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[sorkang724]

my MAINTANCE light just came on, how do i shut it back off. i'm sure the only reason why it came on was because i hit 20000 miles, is probably telling me i needa go back to the dealer, does anyone know how to turn the light off ?, any help would be appreciated. thanks

[PhreakdOut]

1) Turn the car off
2) Push the odometer button in to change it to show the total mileage. (Not trip)
3) Hold in this "button" and then turn the key to accessory or on.
4) keep holding it a few seconds till the odometer changes to all dashes "-----"
5) Your Maint light should go off.

This comes on every 5,000 miles (?) or so to remind you to get the oil changed. The owners manual details how to reset it.

[sorkang724]

thanx bro

[04solarafanatic]

PhreakdOut,

Do you get your oil change every 5k or 3k miles?

[so-cal_sol]

PhreakdOut,

Do you get your oil change every 5k or 3k miles?

yea, its your oil change

[PhreakdOut]

PhreakdOut,

Do you get your oil change every 5k or 3k miles?

This whole debate really depends on your driving. Can you go 5K with no problems? Yes.

The general rule of thumb is:

> Stop and go, aggressive or short distance driving should require more frequent oil changes.

> Long distance - normal RPM (highway) driving is less wear and tear so the oil can last longer.

When you get close to 3K miles, take a look at the oil condition on the dipstick. Dark black is contaminated / dirty so it's time to change.