how to reset the maintenance light on Toyota Tacoma N300 (2016-Present)

Toyota Tacoma N300 (2016-Present)

10-15 minutes

Time

easy

Difficulty

low

Severity

2 min read

378 words

Problem Statement

Learn how to reset the maintenance light on a 2016-present Toyota Tacoma N300. Step-by-step guide for easy maintenance light reset.

Affected Component

Electrical

Estimated Time

10-15 minutes

Important safety information - read before proceeding

•Ensure the vehicle is in park or neutral and on a level surface while performing this reset.

1
Ensure the vehicle is parked with the engine turned off.
2
Insert the key into the ignition (if applicable) without starting the engine or push the start button twice without pressing the brake pedal.
3
Locate the odometer/trip meter button on the dashboard.
4
Turn the ignition to the 'ON' position without starting the engine, ensuring all dashboard lights are illuminated.
5
Press and hold the odometer/trip meter button until the odometer displays '000000' (this may take about 10 seconds).

After completing the repair, verify that the issue has been resolved:

To prevent this issue from occurring again:

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Diagnostic Steps

1
Ensure the vehicle is parked with the engine turned off.
2
Insert the key into the ignition (if applicable) without starting the engine or push the start button twice without pressing the brake pedal.
3
Locate the odometer/trip meter button on the dashboard.
4
Turn the ignition to the 'ON' position without starting the engine, ensuring all dashboard lights are illuminated.
5
Press and hold the odometer/trip meter button until the odometer displays '000000' (this may take about 10 seconds).

Solution

1. Preparation

2. Reset the Maintenance Light

Access Ignition:
- Insert the key or use the start button to turn the ignition to the "ON" position (do not start the engine).
Odometer Button:
- Locate the odometer/trip meter button on the instrument panel.
- Press and hold the button for about 10 seconds until the odometer reading starts to flash.
Confirm Reset:
- Release the button after the odometer displays "000000".
- Turn the ignition off and then back to the "ON" position to verify that the maintenance light is no longer illuminated.
Final Check:
- Start the engine to ensure that the maintenance light remains off during operation.