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how to reset the maintenance light on Honda Civic 9th Generation (2012-2015)?

Honda Civic 9th Generation (2012-2015)

Severity: lowDifficulty: easy5 minutes
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Problem Statement

Learn how to reset the maintenance light on Honda Civic 9th Generation (2012-2015) after maintenance. Step-by-step guide for quick reset.

Component
Electrical
Repair Time
5 minutes

Safety Warnings

  • ⚠Ensure the vehicle is in 'Park' and the parking brake is engaged before performing this procedure.

Symptoms

  • •Maintenance light is illuminated on the dashboard
  • •Vehicle owner has completed scheduled maintenance (oil change, filter replacement, etc.)
  • •No other warning lights are present

Diagnostic Steps

  1. 1Ensure the vehicle is in the 'Off' position.
  2. 2Depress the brake pedal and hold it down.
  3. 3Turn the ignition key to the 'On' position without starting the engine.
  4. 4Press the gas pedal three times within five seconds.
  5. 5Check if the maintenance light goes off.

Solution

Solution

1. Preparation

  • Gather necessary tools: None required for this procedure.
  • Ensure the vehicle is parked on a flat surface and the ignition is in the "Off" position.

2. Reset Maintenance Light

  1. Turn Ignition to "On":

    • While keeping the brake pedal depressed, turn the ignition key to the "On" position (do not start the engine).

  2. Press Gas Pedal:

    • Quickly press the gas pedal three times within five seconds.

  3. Check Maintenance Light:

    • Observe the dashboard. The maintenance light should extinguish, indicating it has been successfully reset.

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

Parts Required

  • None

Additional Information

Component

Electrical

Repair Time

5 minutes

Difficulty

easy

Severity

low

Tools

1 items

Parts

1 items

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