how to reset the maintenance light on Toyota Highlander Third Generation (2014-2019)

Toyota Highlander Third Generation (2014-2019)

5-10 minutes

Time

easy

Difficulty

low

Severity

2 min read

374 words

Problem Statement

Learn how to reset the maintenance light on a 2014-2019 Toyota Highlander. Step-by-step guide for a quick and easy reset process.

Affected Component

Electrical

Estimated Time

5-10 minutes

Important safety information - read before proceeding

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

1
Ensure the vehicle is parked in a safe location and the ignition is turned off.
2
Insert the key into the ignition or ensure the push-to-start button is in the 'OFF' position.
3
Press and hold the odometer reset button on the instrument panel.
4
Turn the ignition to the 'ON' position without starting the engine while continuing to hold the odometer reset button.
5
Wait for the maintenance light to blink and then turn off, typically after a few seconds.
6
Release the odometer reset button.

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Diagnostic Steps

1
Ensure the vehicle is parked in a safe location and the ignition is turned off.
2
Insert the key into the ignition or ensure the push-to-start button is in the 'OFF' position.
3
Press and hold the odometer reset button on the instrument panel.
4
Turn the ignition to the 'ON' position without starting the engine while continuing to hold the odometer reset button.
5
Wait for the maintenance light to blink and then turn off, typically after a few seconds.
6
Release the odometer reset button.

Solution

1. Preparation

2. Reset Maintenance Light

Insert Key or Use Push-to-Start: Insert the key into the ignition or ensure the push-to-start button is ready to be activated.
Press Odometer Reset Button: Locate the odometer reset button on the dashboard and press and hold it down.
Turn Ignition On: While holding the odometer button, turn the ignition to the "ON" position (do not start the engine).
Wait for the Light to Reset: Keep holding the odometer reset button until the maintenance light blinks and then turns off. This usually takes about 10 seconds.
Release the Button: After the light has turned off, release the odometer reset button.