2002-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe Oil Life Reset Guide
Last Updated on May 6, 2024 by Nick
Hey everybody! In this post, I want to show you how to reset your oil life or oil change light on your Chevrolet Tahoe. There are actually two ways to do it on this vehicle, and I will go over both of them.
Always remember, don’t reset the oil life unless the proper maintenance has been done. If the oil life has been reset accidentally, always make sure to get it done three thousand miles past the oil change sticker on the windshield. So let’s hop over to it.
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Simple Way to Reset Oil Life in 2002-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe
Alright, in this section, I’m going to show you how to reset the oil light on a Chevrolet Tahoe. This method can be work on all Tahoe models (2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014).
- First, put the key into the on position without starting the engine
- After that, you go over to the GAS pedal and you’ll depress the pedal three times slowly to the floor
- Once you’ve done that your oil light will blinks or the oil life reset message will show up
- Now you’ll be able to turn it off and start the vehicle one more time and you will see that you no longer have your engine oil light
Resetting with DIC Button in Chevrolet Tahoe (2007-2014)
Time needed: 3 minutes
This section will show you how to reset the change engine oil message on your dash for a 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe onward. So let’s go ahead and get started.
- Turn the key to the on position
Don’t start the engine!
- Go to the OIL LIFE screen
Then you’re gonna come over to the controls on the right side and then you’re going to hit the little information icon button until you see that message which is pretty much the oil life remaining
- Hold down the ✓ checks button
Then from there you’re gonna come down a bit and you’re gonna hold the ✓ checks button until it turns it to 100
- Release the button
At that point, you can release the button and you’re good to go
What is the oil life indicator based on?
The Chevrolet oil life monitoring system uses a computer algorithm to determine when your car needs an oil change. The algorithm uses millions of test miles to calibrate the system. Once calibrated, it adjusts the interval based on driving habits and climate conditions. A warning light or message reminder will appear on the dashboard to remind you when it’s time to change the oil.
In addition to determining when the oil needs changing, an oil life monitor can recommend a new oil change. It often recommends the oil change after a certain amount of miles, saving you time and money. People would change their oil every few thousand miles or so in the past. Today, oil life monitors are more advanced and based on actual engine data.
FAQ – Chevrolet Tahoe Engine Oil
The oil capacity for the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe is 6.0 US quarts or 5.7 liters.
Engine oil meeting the Dexos standard, or comparable engine oil in the 5W-30 viscosity category, must be used in the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. An SAE 0W-30 oil can be utilized in locations where the temperature drops below -20 degrees Fahrenheit.
So that is how you do an oil life reset on the old Chevrolet Tahoe. Hopefully, I did the job that much easier for you. I appreciate you guys; thank you for checking out the new post. So thank you guys for tuning into my site and happy motoring.
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Nick
Hi! Greetings, I'm Nick, an automotive technician and a vehicle enthusiast with over a decade of experience working at a dealer service station. I have extensive knowledge of engine oils and lubricants and have helped countless customers maintain their vehicles. As an editor and author of articles on automobiles, I draw on my personal experience and professional training to provide readers with accurate and reliable information. I am passionate about sharing my expertise with others and helping them make informed decisions about their vehicles.