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How to reset acura tl oil light

Writer Andrew Davis

While the majority of Acura TL models utilize the same procedure to reset the light for oil changes, however, there could be important differences between one model to another regarding the controls or options you will need to use to accomplish this job. Here is the step-by-step process for each year that runs from 1995 until 2013. Select the year for your Acura version and go through the procedure to set your Acura T’s oil life maintenance light without any issues. 1995-1998: Reset the indicator’s color by inserting your keys into the slot that is directly beneath it. 1999-2003:

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  • The key should be turned in the off position.
  • Press and hold both “Select” and “Reset” buttons on the panel, then switch the key’s ignition to the position (II). Do not turn the engine on.
  • Click the SELECT button, then press the button RESET. Press them for 10 minutes, until your indicator is reset.
  • Switch off the ignition, and then turn on the engine to ensure that you correctly reset your indicator.
  • Switch the ignition onto the position (II). Turn off the engine.
  • Press the SELECT/RESET button, to hold the button until you can see the oil’s life appear on the screen.
  • Press the button once more. Keep it in place until you receive confirmation messages. The message should be visible in 10 seconds.
  • Switch the key to the settings for ignition (II). Switch off the engine.
  • Press the button repeatedly situated on your steering wheel, until you can see the oil level of your engine displayed on your display.
  • Click the SELECT/RESET switch to hold for at least 10 seconds. The engine will be in reset mode for oil maintenance in the display.
  • You’ll see the maintenance codes disappear and the maintenance indicator will be restored to 100.
  • Switch off the ignition. Restart the vehicle to ensure that you have reset the indicator.

2004-2005:

2006-2013:

Each time you change the Acura TLC’s oil you’ll have to reset the maintenance of the oil light. If you do not reset the light, the system will not be able to precisely track the time when you have to change your oil once more.