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2014-2023 Acura MDX Oil Maintenance Light Reset Guide

The Acura MDX is the first SUV from the automaker Acura and serves as a replacement for the SLX. So are you here because you just changed the engine oil and want to reset the maintenance service light on the Acura MDX?

I did some maintenance work on my car, and now I had to reset the service minder. I’ve checked the manual and found a way to reset it. Then I made this content on it, so I thought I’d share that with everybody and let me know what you think. So come with me and stay tuned.

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2014-2020 Acura MDX Maintenance Light Reset Procedure
With Audio Display
Here’s How You Reset Oil Light In New Acura MDX (2021-2023)
What is Acura Maintenance Minder System?
FAQ – Acura Maintenance Service

2014-2020 Acura MDX Maintenance Light Reset Procedure

Time needed: 3 minutes

I just replaced the oil on the Acura MDX, so now we’re going to cycle through and reset the oil light. So here is how to reset the maintenance light on your 2015 Acura MDX. I’m sure I think this probably applies to the 2014 and newer. Let’s check this out!

Turn on your car without starting the engine
So push the Start button twice with the foot off the brake pedal to get all the gauges to come up
Find and enter the VEHICLE SETTINGS menu
Now look at the cluster screen, and we’re gonna be using the right selector wheel. Scroll up or down until you come to Vehicle Settings, and then push the wheel to enter the menu
Scroll to MAINTENANCE INFO
Next, you need to scroll down all the way to get to Maintenance Info and click that to enter the menu
Select RESET
Here this will give you a menu asking you if you want to reset the light. So if you want to go ahead, select RESET by pressing down on the wheel, and the reset is complete

With Audio Display

You can also reset the maintenance item through your vehicle’s audio system. So let me show you how you can do it yourself at home.

Turn on the car
Press SETTINGS button

And from this menu, you want to get VEHICLE SETTINGS
Scroll down and find the MAINTENANCE RESET
Select RESET
When a confirmation message appears, select RESET to perform the maintenance reset

Here’s How You Reset Oil Light In New Acura MDX (2021-2023)

In this session, I will explain how to reset the oil life or maintenance minder on the latest generation of Acura MDX. The method is only slightly different from the previous model. So here’s how to do it:

Get in the car and set the power mode to ON
Use the right selector wheel to scroll over through until you get the MAINTENANCE screen

On the wheel, you’re gonna press and hold it down to enter the reset mode
In this mode, you can select the maintenance item you want to reset, or you can also select All Due Items
Press the wheel to perform reset the selected item

For your information, this operation works for Acura MDX’s third and fourth generations (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 model years). For the older model, you can reach it here.

What is Acura Maintenance Minder System?

Every Acura has what they call the maintenance minder system, which will basically determine when you need an oil change. It is based upon each person’s driving habits, so you know as we get that question.

Many Acura’s have had that for several years, but we still get that question today. So basically, what you’re going to have is your car will have, so it’s not just over 3,000 miles. It’s based on several factors: your driving characteristics, the time between service, and the miles you put on your car.

So everybody could be a little different. Absolutely everyone’s going to be a little different regarding that. So you know we see a range of mileage when it comes up, but the car will let you know, and it gives you an indicator as to you know what service it is that you have as well as what percentage of oil life.

So how do you know that, right? Basically, you know because on your MID screen, which is in between your tachometer and your speedometer mostly it’ll show your oil life and it’ll as you drive it’ll drop from one hundred percent to ninety, to eighty and as it goes down when your service is ready. Then the light will pop up, saying something like A1 service code.

Here’s an explanation of what the maintenance minder codes mean. If your car came up with A1, A is for the oil change, and 1 is for the rotated tires. And if you’ve done both of them now, you can reset them.

FAQ – Acura Maintenance Service

What does it mean when it says to check the emissions system?

When an Acura MDX’s check emission system indicates that a problem has been found, it signifies that the vehicle’s emissions, ignition, fuel, or exhaust systems have been damaged. If the car’s emissions control system is malfunctioning, it usually implies that the vehicle is polluting the air over federal regulations.

What does it mean when it says battery charging system?

If the Acura MDX’s check charge system light comes on, you should get the alternator checked. This light signifies that your car’s battery is currently the sole source of power.

What does it mean when a VTM-4 light comes on Acura?

Variable Torque Management 4WD (VTM 4) is the Acura MDX’s version of the acronym for the vehicle’s all-wheel drive system. If this system’s warning light comes on in your MDX, the first step is scanning your vehicle’s codes to discover the problem. The EGR valve is the most prevalent source of this warning light.

What kind of fluid goes in a rear differential?

Acura All-Wheel Drive Lubricant (DPSF) is the approved fluid for use in the differential of the MDX. For Acura automobiles, this fluid gives the most pleasing results possible.

Alright, guys hope you enjoyed this content. By the way, after you change the oil on your car, you need to turn it on and let it run for a minute. Then get back outside, look underneath, and make sure everything is buttoned up to ensure you don’t have any leaks. Thank for reading! I’ll catch you on the next one.

Jacob

Hi, I'm Jacob, and I have been passionate about automobiles since I was a child. I have spent countless hours assisting my father in his garage, learning everything there is to know about car maintenance and repair. For ten years, I ran a successful repair business, where I gained hands-on experience working with a variety of vehicles. As a result, I have developed a deep understanding of the mechanics of the car and have become an expert in maintaining and repairing any vehicle.