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how to reset maintenance light on my Toyota Corolla E140 (2006-2013)

Toyota Corolla E140 (2006-2013)

Severity: lowDifficulty: easy10-15 minutes
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Problem Statement

Learn how to reset the maintenance light on your 2006-2013 Toyota Corolla E140. Step-by-step guide to ensure your vehicle's maintenance light is cleared.

Component
Electrical
Repair Time
10-15 minutes

Safety Warnings

  • ⚠Ensure the vehicle is parked on a level surface and the ignition is off when performing this reset.

Symptoms

  • •Maintenance light illuminated on the dashboard
  • •No other warning lights present
  • •No abnormal vehicle performance issues
  • •Owner has completed oil change or other scheduled maintenance

Diagnostic Steps

  1. 1Turn the ignition key to the 'OFF' position.
  2. 2Press and hold the odometer reset button on the instrument panel.
  3. 3While holding the odometer reset button, turn the ignition key to the 'ON' position without starting the engine.
  4. 4Continue to hold the odometer reset button until the maintenance light flashes and then turns off.
  5. 5Release the odometer reset button and turn the ignition key to the 'OFF' position again.

Solution

Solution

1. Preparation

  • Ensure the vehicle is in a safe location and the engine is off.
  • Gather necessary tools: none required for this procedure.

2. Reset Maintenance Light

  1. Turn the Ignition Off:

    • Ensure the ignition is completely off before proceeding.
  2. Press and Hold Odometer Reset Button:

    • Locate the odometer reset button on the instrument cluster.
    • Press and hold the button down.
  3. Turn Ignition On:

    • With the odometer button still held, turn the ignition key to the "ON" position (do not start the engine).
  4. Monitor Maintenance Light:

    • Keep holding the odometer reset button until the maintenance light begins to flash.
  5. Finalize Reset:

    • Once the maintenance light turns off, release the odometer reset button.
    • Turn the ignition key back to the "OFF" position.

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

10-15 minutes

Difficulty

easy

Severity

low

Tools

1 items

Parts

1 items

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