how to reset the maintenance light on my Toyota Camry XV50 (2012-2017)

Toyota Camry XV70 (2018-2024)

less than 10 minutes

Time

easy

Difficulty

low

Severity

2 min read

345 words

Problem Statement

Learn how to reset the maintenance light on your 2012-2017 Toyota Camry XV50 after an oil change. Step-by-step guide for easy maintenance.

Affected Component

Electrical

Estimated Time

less than 10 minutes

Important safety information - read before proceeding

•Ensure the vehicle is parked safely and the ignition is off when adjusting the odometer.

1
Ensure the vehicle is in the 'Off' position.
2
Insert the key into the ignition without starting the engine.
3
Set the odometer display to 'Trip A' by pressing the trip reset button.
4
Turn the ignition switch to the 'On' position without starting the engine.
5
Press and hold the trip reset button until the maintenance light flashes and then goes off.

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Diagnostic Steps

1
Ensure the vehicle is in the 'Off' position.
2
Insert the key into the ignition without starting the engine.
3
Set the odometer display to 'Trip A' by pressing the trip reset button.
4
Turn the ignition switch to the 'On' position without starting the engine.
5
Press and hold the trip reset button until the maintenance light flashes and then goes off.

Solution

1. Preparation

2. Reset the Maintenance Light

Turn Off the Vehicle
- Ensure the vehicle is completely powered off.
Adjust the Odometer
- Press the trip reset button until the odometer shows "Trip A."
Turn the Ignition On
- With the odometer set to "Trip A," turn the ignition key to the "On" position (do not start the engine).
Reset the Light
- Press and hold the trip reset button.
- Observe the maintenance light; it should flash and then turn off.
Turn Off the Ignition
- Turn the ignition back to the "Off" position to complete the reset process.