How To Reset Cadillac DTS Oil Change Minder Oil Life Light (2006-2011)

Last Updated on April 10, 2020 by Nick

How To Reset Cadillac DTS Oil Change Minder Oil Life Light (2006-2011) – This is a car produced from 2006 through 2011. Large size luxury sedan with four doors was introduced in 2006. Cadillac DTS comes equipped with the Northstar V-8 engine 4,6L cylinder that produces 275hp. Cadillac DTS is also equipped with a 4-speed manual transmission power 4T80.

The unique of this car is the special G or RWD platform. DTS-V has a supercharged V-8 engine 469HP. The special features include chrome-plated wheels, power seats, leather interior; Magnetic Ride Control & navigation system, moonroof, chair conditioning or heating.

How To Reset Cadillac DTS Oil Change Minder Oil Life Light (2006-2011)

How To Reset Cadillac DTS Oil Change Minder Oil Life Light (2006-2011)

Time needed: 7 minutes

When the remaining oil life is low, the Change Engine Oil Soon message will appear on the display. The Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. Follow the instructions below to reset the engine oil life system on your Cadillac DTS:

  1. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position

    Don’t start the engine!

  2. Press the VEHICLE INFORMATION button repeatedly until you see Remaining Oil Life on the display

    The button is located to the left of the steering wheel.
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  3. Press the ✓ button for several seconds

    Press and hold the  button until the Oil Life display changes to 100 percent

  4. Turn the ignition off and start the engine to verify the indicator has been reset

    Done!

Method 2:

The oil life system can also be reset as follows:

  • Turn the ignition key to position “ON” without starting the engine
  • Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds.
  • Turn the ignition off and start the engine to verify the indicator has been reset

For more details, please watch the following video:

These instructions are based on the Cadillac owner’s manual. This procedure should apply to the first generation of Cadillac DTS (2006 2007 2008 2009 2009 2010 2011 model years). Hopefully the article of How To Reset Cadillac DTS Oil Change Minder Oil Life Light (2006-2011) useful for you. Good Luck!

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