Easy Way To Reset Oil Change Light On Dodge Challenger (2008-2023)
Last Updated on February 20, 2024 by Nick
What’s up, Mopar fam? So today, in this post, we will reset the engine oil change required light on my Dodge Challenger. I’ll show you a few ways to reset it so you can choose the best one for your car, even if the goal is the same.
So I have a nice little pop-up here that tells me my oil change is required now. I have already changed my oil, and I changed it about 2,500 miles ago; as you see, I do much driving and out of that 2500 miles. I put a full synthetic oil here, which is good for 10,000 miles or one year. So I shouldn’t have to change my oil for a while, but I need to get rid of this alert.
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Easiest Way To Reset Oil Change Light On Dodge Challenger
This is the fastest and easiest way to reset oil life, which applies to most Mopars. So here’s what we’re gonna do.
- So first, let’s get into the car and without stepping on the brake pedal, turn the ignition to the RUN position without starting the engine
- Next, let’s fully depress the GAS pedal all the way down slowly three times within 10 seconds
- After that, let’s turn off the ignition and start the car to verify that oil life is reset
Resetting Oil Life With Steering Button (2015-2023)
Time needed: 3 minutes
Alright, this is how to reset your oil change light on a 2015 Dodge Challenger, and it’s going to be through the cluster using the left-side multifunction buttons. So let’s try to do it.
- Stick the key in and turn it to the run position
Turn the ignition to the run position without having the engine on. So to do this, you’re not going to step on the brake just press the start button twice
- Go to the VEHICLE INFO
Once we do that your main menu is most likely going to be out of the speedometer and what we’re going to be doing is taking it down to Vehicle Info by using the ▼ button
- Find the OIL LIFE
Then we’re going to load up the dash screen, and then we’re gonna use the ◄ left or ► right button to go ahead and scroll to the Oil Life
- Hold down the OK
Now we’re gonna go ahead and press OK and hold it down so we’ll get the 100%
For your info, this operation work for the third generation of the Dodge Challenger (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 model years).
Recommended Oil Change Interval for the Dodge Challenger
Let’s talk oil. How familiar are you with the recommendation to change your oil every 5,000 kilometers? Nowadays, that is rare. Here are two big reasons why. 1: improved oil chemistry. Today’s oils, primarily synthetic, help protect engines better than ever. 2: oil-life monitoring systems. Most new vehicles will tell you when you need an oil change. So, what is the right interval? Every 5,000 kilometers? 7,500? 10,000?
The fact is, it depends on the age of your vehicle. Older vehicles may require more frequent oil changes in your engine type. Diesel typically needs more frequent oil changes than gas engines. And your driving habits.
Severe driving conditions involving dirt, dust, excessive idling, and frequent cold starts require more oil changes. Lastly, if you don’t drive much, you’ll need to think about time instead of kilometers, like every six months or so, depending on the age of your vehicle.
You need to know what your owner’s manual recommends and pay attention to your vehicle’s oil monitoring system. It’s intelligent and probably more accurate than whatever that old-school sticker on your windshield says. You won’t come in for an oil change too late or too early, which is good for your wallet and the environment.
FAQ – Dodge Challenger Service
Between $140 and $160 is how much it will set you back to get the oil changed in your Challenger, and that includes both labor and parts.
Full synthetic oil is recommended for the 2019 Dodge Challenger. You may put six quarts of SAE 5W-20 into the 3.6-liter V6 engine. The 5.7L V8 engine can store 7 quarts of 5W-20 oil. The 6.2L V8 and the 6.4L V8 can use up to 7 quarts of oil and call for 0W-40.
A Dodge Challenger’s durability depends on elements, including how well it is maintained and luck. Depending on how well you take care of it and how lucky you are, your automobile might easily survive over 200,000 miles with minimal maintenance. Without proper maintenance and a little luck, your car may not make it through the 50,000-100,000-mile mark.
Alright, so now that we have the message cleared. You can find the instructions in the owner manual as well. So leave the comments and drop your opinion below or share this content if this helped you out. I’ll really appreciate it. So thanks for reading, everyone; take care, and I’ll catch you later, guys.
About The Author
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.
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I noticed that the red Challenger in the photo is the rare right-drive version. 🙂
You are incorrect. It is a picture that is reversed…notice the badging is also flipped.