Resetting the oil life indicator is a crucial task for vehicle maintenance, ensuring your engine runs smoothly and efficiently. Whether you’re driving a 2017 Honda Civic or a 2017 Jeep Wrangler, knowing how to reset the oil life indicator is essential to keep your vehicle in top condition.
Understanding the Reset Oil Life Message
When your vehicle’s onboard computer detects that it’s time for an oil change, it will display a Reset Oil Life message on the dashboard. This indicates that the oil has reached the end of its lifespan and needs to be changed promptly to prevent potential damage to the engine.
How To Reset Oil Life on 2017 Honda Civic
Start by turning the ignition key to the on position without starting the engine. Locate the Select/Reset knob on the instrument panel and press it until you see the oil life indicator displayed on the screen. Press and hold the Select/Reset knob until the oil life percentage begins to blink. Release the knob, then press and hold it again until the oil life percentage resets to 100%.
How To Reset Oil Life on 2017 Jeep Wrangler
Begin by turning the ignition key to the on position without starting the engine. Use the arrow buttons on the steering wheel to navigate to the Settings menu on the instrument cluster. Scroll down to Maintenance and select it. Then, choose Oil Life and press the OK button to reset the oil life percentage to 100%.
