What maint roqd means
WWW.VEHIX411.COM free video instructionsEvery 5,000 miles an oil change indicator light that reads, "MAINT REQD" is automatically switched on in many new vehicles manufactured by Toyota and other auto makers. This light is not an emergency, but rather serves only as a reminder that it has been 5,000 miles since your last oil change. The MAINT REQD light is basically an oil change reminder.Of course, if you get your oil changed at the dealership, they will turn off the MAINT REQD light for you, but if you change your own oil, or go to a quick lube shop, you may be stuck with this oil indicator lit. Here is a very simple four step process that should turn off the MAINT REQD light for a majority of Toyota vehicles, and possibly other brands as well (before performing this procedure, please check with your owner's manual to make sure that the MAINT REQD light is described as an oil change indicator light):• Turn your ignition key to the 'ACC' or 'LOCK' position.• Press and hold the trip meter reset nob (next to your odometer).• While holding the trip meter reset nob, turn the ignition to 'ON', but do not start the car.• Hold the meter reset until the MAINT REQD light switches offOR YOU CAN WATCH A FREE VIDEO ON HOW ITS DONE GO TO WWW.VEHIX411.COM
Hold down the "trip reset" button with the ignition off and keep it pressed while you turn the ignition on
The maintenance required light requires a scan tool to be reset.
With the ignition off, push and hold the trip reset button. While holding the trip reset button turn on the ignition and look for five dotted lines. When the five dotted lines disappear you can release the trip button and the maint reqd indicator will clear.
MAINT REQD on means its time to replace your engine oil. The indicator lamp stays on until it is reset. To reset this reminder: While the ignition switch is on, but the engine is not running, move the trip selector to ODO. Push and hold down the trip selector push knob. Turn off the ignition switch, then turn on the switch. The reset will go through 000000.0 then ------, -----, ----, ---, --, -. once it runs through, release the trip selector knob. The MAINT REQD lamp goes out.
A scan tool is required.A scan tool is required.
Disconnect the battery for 2 minutes. Reconnect and it should be good to go.
How to Reset the "MAINT REQD" Light on Toyota Sienna With the car started (ignition on), set the LCD odometer readout to total mileage (not trip A or B). Turn the car off (ignition key to the OFF position). Push in AND HOLD the button/knob that switches the odometer Turn key to ON position without starting the car. You will notice the maintenance light blink and go out. Release the odometer button/knob. Turn key to OFF position. That's it! The "MAINT REQD" light has been reset to warn you to change your oil in another 5,000 or 7,500 miles or so.
Sit in the drivers seat like you normally would. With your right hand just as the dash ends by your right knee, feel around the end of the dash. You will feel a small box with a button in the middle of it. Start your car, hold the button down until the light switches off. Your good until the next scheduled oil change
To reset the maintenance required light on a 1989 Dodge D50, disconnect the battery. Leave it disconnected for 10 minutes before reconnecting it.
on the tundra faq they said this is the same engine and to pull the battery lead for 10 min. to clear check engine light. they said if the problem still exist the light will come back on within 100 miles. Autozone parts store will read the trouble codes for free but will not clear the light. Other parts stores also provide this service for free. Call some in your area and ask? good luck jerry MAINT REQD is different from an actual MIL. The MAINT REQD light is simply a timer for oil changes. Here's how you get reset the MAINT REQD light: 1) put the key to the ON position 2) press the mileage reset button on your cluster so it shows total mileage (not trip) 3) put the key to the OFF position 4) press and hold down the mileage reset button, leave it pressed 5) put the key to the ON position 6) wait until the mileage shows 000000 and you can stop pressing the ODO button If that doesn't work, consult this http://www.tundrasolutions.com/forums/tundra/115807-reset-maint-reqd-light/