Resetting the oil life system after an oil change is important for Honda CR-V owners to keep accurate track of maintenance schedules. The oil life indicator informs drivers when it’s time for the next oil change based on factors like engine operating conditions and accumulated mileage. Fortunately, the process of resetting the oil life on a CR-V is very straightforward.
What You’ll Need
To complete an oil life reset on a Honda CR-V, you’ll need:
- Your CR-V owner’s manual – This details the oil life system and how to reset it specifically for your model year. Consult the maintenance section.
- Keys – Turning the ignition to the “On” position without starting the engine is required when pressing the reset button.
Steps to Reset Oil Life
The basic process for resetting oil life after an oil change on a Honda CR-V is:
- Turn the ignition to the “On” position without starting the engine. Do not press the brake pedal.
- Locate press and hold the select/reset button on the steering wheel. It’s on the lower right spoke.
- Keep holding the button until the oil life percentage display comes up reading “100%.” This typically takes 10-15 seconds.
- Press the select/reset button again to confirm you want to reset.
- The system will return to normal and the maintenance reminder light should go off.
Reset Oil Life Without Buttons
Newer Honda CR-V models from 2017 onward use electronic buttons and controls rather than physical ones. To reset the oil life, go through the vehicle settings to reach the maintenance reset menu:
- From the home screen, select Settings
- Choose Vehicle Settings
- Select Maintenance Reset
- Pick Oil Life
- Follow the prompts to reset to 100%
Reset the Oil Life Indicator Light
After completing an oil change and resetting the oil life, check that the maintenance reminder light is turned off on the instrument panel.
If it remains lit, this indicates the system failed to reset properly. Redo the oil life reset process by pressing and holding the button until you reach the reset mode again.
Use Honda’s Maintenance Minder System
While you can choose to change the oil based on a generic mileage interval, Honda’s built-in Maintenance Minder is the optimal system for tracking when oil changes and other servicing is due on your CR-V.
Relying on the Maintenance Minder guarantees you follow the ideal oil change intervals for your exact driving usage and conditions. Adhering to its schedule promotes maximum engine longevity.
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