how to reset the maintenance light on my Toyota RAV4 Fourth Generation (2013-2018)

Toyota RAV4 Fourth Generation (2013-2018)

Less than 10 minutes

Time

easy

Difficulty

low

Severity

2 min read

329 words

Problem Statement

Learn how to reset the maintenance light on your 2013-2018 Toyota RAV4 with this simple step-by-step guide. Quick and easy instructions included.

Affected Component

Electrical

Estimated Time

Less than 10 minutes

Important safety information - read before proceeding

•Ensure the vehicle is stationary during the resetting process to prevent any accidents.

1
Turn the ignition switch to the 'OFF' position.
2
Press and hold the odometer trip reset button on the dashboard.
3
While holding the trip reset button, turn the ignition switch to the 'ON' position (do not start the engine).
4
Continue to hold the trip reset button until the maintenance light blinks and turns off.
5
Release the trip reset button.

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Diagnostic Steps

1
Turn the ignition switch to the 'OFF' position.
2
Press and hold the odometer trip reset button on the dashboard.
3
While holding the trip reset button, turn the ignition switch to the 'ON' position (do not start the engine).
4
Continue to hold the trip reset button until the maintenance light blinks and turns off.
5
Release the trip reset button.

Solution

1. Preparation

2. Resetting the Maintenance Light

Turn the ignition switch to the "OFF" position.
Press and hold the odometer trip reset button located on the instrument cluster.
While holding the button, turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position without starting the engine.
Continue holding the trip reset button until the maintenance light blinks and turns off (this may take about 10 seconds).
Once the light is off, release the trip reset button and turn the ignition switch back to the "OFF" position.