how to reset the maintenance light on my Honda Civic 10th Generation (2016-2021)

Honda Civic 11th Generation (2022-Present)

Error Codes

10-15 minutes

Time

easy

Difficulty

low

Severity

2 min read

397 words

Problem Statement

Learn how to reset the maintenance light on your Honda Civic 10th Generation (2016-2021) after an oil change. Step-by-step guide included.

Affected Component

Electrical

Estimated Time

10-15 minutes

⚠️ Safety Warnings

Important safety information - read before proceeding

•Ensure the vehicle is in park and on a flat surface before performing the reset.

Symptoms

•Maintenance light remains illuminated on the dashboard
•Notification for scheduled maintenance displayed on the screen
•Oil change indicator is active

Diagnostic Steps

1
Turn the ignition to the 'ON' position without starting the engine.
2
Ensure the trip meter is set to 'Trip A' by pressing the trip button on the dashboard.
3
Turn off the ignition completely.
4
Press and hold the trip button while turning the ignition back to the 'ON' position.
5
Continue to hold the trip button until the maintenance light resets and the trip meter displays '0.0'.

Solution

Verification

After completing the repair, verify that the issue has been resolved:

✓Test the affected component to ensure it functions correctly
✓Check for any error codes or warning lights
✓Monitor the vehicle for a few days to ensure the issue does not recur

Prevention Tips

To prevent this issue from occurring again:

•Follow the manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule
•Address warning signs early before they develop into major issues
•Use quality parts and fluids recommended for your vehicle
•Keep detailed records of all repairs and maintenance

Tools & Equipment Required

•None required.

Parts Required

•None required.

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Diagnostic Steps

1
Turn the ignition to the 'ON' position without starting the engine.
2
Ensure the trip meter is set to 'Trip A' by pressing the trip button on the dashboard.
3
Turn off the ignition completely.
4
Press and hold the trip button while turning the ignition back to the 'ON' position.
5
Continue to hold the trip button until the maintenance light resets and the trip meter displays '0.0'.

Solution

1. Preparation

Ensure the vehicle is parked in a safe location with the engine off.
Gather necessary tools: none required for this process.

2. Resetting the Maintenance Light

Turn Ignition On
- Insert the key or press the start button to turn the ignition to "ON" without starting the engine.
Set Trip Meter
- Press the trip button until the display shows "Trip A".
Turn Off Ignition
- Turn the ignition off completely.
Hold Trip Button
- Press and hold the trip button down.
Turn Ignition On Again
- While holding the trip button, turn the ignition back to "ON".
Complete Reset Process
- Keep holding the trip button until the maintenance light blinks and then turns off, indicating the reset is successful.

3. Finalize

Release the trip button once the light resets.
Turn off the ignition again and then start the engine to check if the maintenance light is off.