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

Honda Civic 9th Generation (2012-2015)

Less than 10 minutes

Time

easy

Difficulty

low

Severity

2 min read

346 words

Problem Statement

Learn how to reset the maintenance light on Honda Civic 9th Generation (2012-2015) with this easy step-by-step guide. No special tools required.

Affected Component

Electrical

Estimated Time

Less than 10 minutes

Important safety information - read before proceeding

•Ensure the vehicle is in 'Park' or 'Neutral' and on a stable surface while performing the reset.

1
Ensure the vehicle is in the 'Off' position.
2
Insert the key into the ignition without starting the engine.
3
Press the gas pedal three times within 5 seconds.
4
Turn the ignition switch to the 'ON' position while keeping the gas pedal pressed.
5
Wait for the maintenance light to blink and then turn off.
6
Release the gas pedal and turn off the ignition.

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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
Press the gas pedal three times within 5 seconds.
4
Turn the ignition switch to the 'ON' position while keeping the gas pedal pressed.
5
Wait for the maintenance light to blink and then turn off.
6
Release the gas pedal and turn off the ignition.

Solution

1. Preparation

2. Resetting the Maintenance Light

Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the "ON" position without starting the engine.
Press the gas pedal three times in quick succession.
Turn the ignition to the "ON" position while keeping the gas pedal pressed down.
Keep the gas pedal pressed until the maintenance light blinks and goes out (this may take about 10 seconds).
Release the gas pedal.
Turn off the ignition to complete the reset process.