Resetting the oil life on your 2018 Honda Civic is a straightforward process using the controls on your steering wheel.
To reset the oil life indicator on your 2018 Honda Civic, follow these simple steps using the vehicle's multi-information display and steering wheel controls.
Step-by-Step Guide to Resetting Oil Life
This guide outlines the process to ensure your maintenance minder system is updated after an oil change, based on the provided reference:
- Locate the Menu Button: Find the Menu button on the left side of your steering wheel. It is typically marked with a little "i".
- Press the Menu Button: Press the Menu button twice.
- Access the Maintenance Screen: Press and hold the "Enter" button until the maintenance screen appears on your dashboard display.
- Find the Oil Life Option: Scroll through the options displayed on the screen until you locate the oil life indicator. This is often labeled as "Item A".
- Reset the Oil Life: Press and hold the "Enter" button again. Keep holding it until the oil life percentage resets to 100%.
Once completed, your vehicle's maintenance minder system will be aware that the oil change has been performed and will begin tracking the oil life until the next service is due.
Why Reset Your Oil Life?
- Accurate Tracking: Ensures your car's computer correctly calculates the remaining oil life based on driving conditions.
- Timely Maintenance: Helps you perform future oil changes at the recommended intervals.
- Maintain Vehicle Health: Proper maintenance is crucial for the longevity and performance of your engine.
This process is essential to keep your maintenance minder system accurate after performing an oil change yourself or having it done elsewhere.
