How to Reset Oil Life on a Honda

October 06, 2023 · 3 min read

Keeping a check on your oil is one of the most important Honda maintenance tasks, and resetting the oil life indicator after an oil change is sometimes needed to maintain accurate readings. The following is a handy guide for learning how to reset oil life on a Honda.

Initial Actions

First, you must turn the ignition to on without starting the engine. The Honda Oil Life Percentage Indicator can then be accessed via the Select/Reset device located on the dashboard or steering wheel, depending on your model. If it's on the dash, it will be a knob. If it's found on the steering wheel, you will push a button.

Knob and Button Basics

If you have the button, you can interact with the menu simply by pressing the button, which will provide a displayed list of options. Scrolling through, you should see an option that reads either Engine Oil Life or Engine Oil Indicator %. You may need to reach this option through another selection, such as a wrench icon or Vehicle and Maintenance Info setting.

If you have a knob, you will press it as many times as it takes until you see the Engine Oil Life or Engine Oil Indicator % option.

Final Actions

Once you have reached the appropriate setting, press and keep a hold on your Select/Reset button for about 10 seconds, or until the percentage indicator begins blinking. If your screen reads Engine Oil Life, then push the button (on the steering wheel) that says Info. This step officially enters you into Reset mode. At this stage, push the Select/Reset button again.

For Engine Oil Indicator % readings, simply press your Select/Reset knob for another five seconds after the blinking starts. With some newer models, like the 204-horsepower Honda CR-V Hybrid, the aforementioned process may be streamlined so that you will just press and confirm a System Reset option for your engine oil within the menu. No matter the method, once the indicator reads 100%, you have successfully reset your oil life. You can then cease pressing and turn off your ignition.

Why It's Important to Reset Oil Life on a Honda

The Honda Maintenance Minder system takes the guesswork out of maintenance by monitoring vehicle operations electronically and alerting drivers when a problem arises. For oil changes, an orange wrench may appear along with a service message. The system will evaluate factors such as engine load, temperature, and speed to determine when action is needed. Oil quality is typically measured in percentage points.

Having high-quality oil is important for keeping your Honda's engine running properly. When the indicator signals a change is needed, you should reset it following an oil change so that it will continue providing accurate readings.

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Trust your dealership to provide you with the highest quality Honda service at competitive prices to keep your vehicle running smoothly. Our staff are friendly and professional. Our skilled technicians use cutting-edge technology and only genuine Honda parts. Plus, we always have great money-saving deals, service coupons, and specials. more 1. Fast Appointment Scheduling You should get your car serviced every 7,500 miles or at least once a year. We've made it as easy as possible for you to make a service appointment with us. You can either schedule an appointment online or phone us. We will make sure that the time is most convenient for you. 2. Knowledgeable Service Staff Our friendly and professional staff will explain the service to you and answer any questions you might have. We recommend that you service your car regularly at the prescribed service intervals. It will increase the performance, handling, safety, fuel efficiency, resale value, and also prolong the life of your car, truck, or SUV. 3. A Comfortable Lounge To make sure that you are comfortable while you wait for your car to be serviced, we have a lounge area. Here you can relax while we work on your Honda to make sure it is in perfect running condition. 4. Well-Equipped Service Center Our state-of-the-art service center is equipped with cutting-edge technology to ensure that we deliver quality maintenance, services, and repairs. 5. Expert Technicians Service Your car Our technicians are Honda trained and go on regular courses to keep them up to date with the latest technological advances. When they work on your car, they use only the best diagnostic equipment, tools, and genuine Honda parts. 6. Genuine Honda Parts We use high-quality genuine Honda parts that are specially designed and engineered to fit your vehicle perfectly. All Honda parts are tested to Honda and Federal safety standards to ensure your safety. 7. Complimentary Multi-Point Inspection One of our technicians will do a thorough inspection of your car to determine what maintenance and repairs are required and to find any problems before they become serious issues. 8. Quality Checks After a Service Once the service is done on your vehicle, we will take a look to make sure that the service that was performed meets our high Honda standards. 9. Fantastic Deals and Specials When you bring your Honda in for service, always ask the staff about our latest deals and specials. The information is also available on our website under Service and Parts Specials. 10. We Care About You and Your Car We will contact you after a service to enquire about your experience with us and to find out if you are satisfied. We go out of our way to ensure that we give our customers the best quality service and maintenance. Contact Boyd Honda today. We know your car and will make sure that your car is performing optimally.

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