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How To Reset Oil Maintenance Light On Toyota RAV4 (2013-2023)

The Toyota RAV4 is a D-segment sports utility vehicle produced by the Japanese manufacturer Toyota. The first version was made in 1994 and had great success in Japan, the United States, and Europe. So are you looking for a way to reset the oil maintenance minder light on the Toyota RAV4?

So today I’m going to show you how to reset the maintenance reminder in this car. This is a 2016 Toyota Rav4, but the process should be very similar in other years and models like 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. If you do have one of those other years, I’d love to hear about it in the comments section below if the process was the same for you.

Table of Contents

Resetting Maintenance Light On RAV4 With Monochrome Display
Resetting Oil Light On RAV4 With Color Display
Toyota RAV4 Oil Change
FAQ – Toyota RAV4 Maintenance

Resetting Maintenance Light On RAV4 With Monochrome Display

There are 2 ways to reset the maintenance reminder on the Toyota RAV4. Please follow the guidelines below according to your car trim level.

I’ll show you how to reset the maintenance light on a RAV4 with a monochrome screen in this first session. So here’s the way to reset it:

Turn on the switch ignition without starting the engine
Go to TRIP A by pressing the DISP button repeatedly

Next, turn the switch off
Press and hold the DISP button while turning back on the ignition
Continue to hold down the DISP button until the maintenance light go away

Resetting Oil Light On RAV4 With Color Display

Time needed: 3 minutes

In this section, I will explain how to reset the oil light on the Toyota RAV4, which is equipped with a color information display. You can enter the Settings menu to reset the maintenance light. Follow the instructions below to do it:

Turning on the accessory mode
We’re not going to be starting the vehicle up. So if your vehicle has an ignition button, with your foot off of the brake push the START button two times
Go to the ⚙️ menu
By using the control pad on your steering wheel push the left or right and what we’re actually looking for is the settings option which is the ⚙️ gear icon
Find the VEHICLE SETTINGS or METER SETTINGS
Once you’ve found that you can start using the up or down buttons to scroll through the options in this Settings menu and the one we’re looking for here says Vehicle Settings
Press and hold the OK button
Once you’ve found that go ahead and hold down the OK button and it’s gonna bring up an option
Select SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Highlight the Schedule Maintenance and then go ahead by hitting the ok button
Select YES
After that, you’re gonna see it says Reset Data? and you can select YES to complete the reset

Toyota RAV4 Oil Change

A 2013 Toyota RAV4 runs on SAE 0w-20 completely synthetic oil in all climates. The oil capacity for the 4-cylinder engine is 4.6 quarts. Every 7,500 miles or one year, you should get your oil changed.

The more often you replace your oil, the longer it will last, the better your mileage and the better your engine will operate. Regular oil and filter changes remove sludge and debris from the engine. If the oil isn’t replaced regularly, your car’s engine will develop several issues. A car’s engine components will wear out as the oil becomes thinner, abrasive, and thinner with time.

Toyota has significantly different suggestions for the most recent 2019 Rav4 and upwards. The 0W-16 Synthetic engine oil is recommended for the 2.5L engine in the new Toyota RAV4. Drain plug torque is 30 ft/lbs, and the vehicle’s capacity is 4.8 quarts.

The 0W-16 refers to the oil’s thickness or viscosity at starting, w for winter, and 16 to operational temperatures. Because oil has a limited shelf life and eventually degrades, it is essential to replace it periodically.

It is recommended that the RAV4’s oil and filter be replaced every 5,000 miles or every six months, whichever comes first. Even if you’ve never done an oil change, it shouldn’t take more than 20 minutes.

FAQ – Toyota RAV4 Maintenance

Should you change the transmission oil on RAV4?

The transmission fluid is recommended to be changed in the 2018 Toyota RAV4 after 60,000 miles or 72 months, whichever comes first. Every 30,000 miles or 36 months, whichever comes first, you should inspect the oil for symptoms of leaking.

How much should I pay for transmission fluid change?

You should use any Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid in the RAV4. If you have your transmission fluid changed by a technician, expect to pay anywhere from $100 to $110 for labor and additional components.

Is there a timing chain or belt on the Toyota RAV4?

The engine of the Toyota RAV4 utilizes a timing chain. It does not create any noise since it is encased in oil, contrary to what some people believe. They’re preferable to a belt in the long run since they’ll last as long as the engine.

So there you go, that simple reset the maintenance reminder on your RAV4. I hope this content was able to help you reset the oil maintenance light on your Toyota RAV4. Thanks so much for reading and until next time.

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.