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How To Reset Cadillac ELR Oil Life Light Oil Change Minder (2014-2016)

How To Reset Cadillac ELR Oil Life Light Oil Change Minder (2014-2016) – Along with the development of automotive technology and increasing market awareness for environmental conservation, electric vehicles begin to be present in a variety of models for diverse market segments. In 2013, GM introduced its first electric car, the Chevrolet Volt, which is a five-door hatchback car. In the same year, GM confirms plans for the next electric car, which is part of the Cadillac Converj concept car.

The car, named the Cadillac ELR uses the same technology as the Volt. However, this car displays luxury coupe design. In the full circumstances, lithium-ion battery-powered 16 kWh which is hidden under the seat of the Cadillac ELR can push the pace of electric vehicles up to a distance of 64 km. If the battery is depleted, a 1.4 L 4-cylinder engine gasoline will result in the intake of additional power to the battery and automatically add distance of the Cadillac ELR.

How To Reset Cadillac ELR Oil Life Light Oil Change Minder (2014-2016)

Time needed: 7 minutes

When the remaining oil life is low, the Change Engine Oil Soon minder 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 ELR:

  1. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position without starting the engine

    If your vehicle has an ignition button, press and holds the Engine Start/Stop button for 5 seconds without touching the brake pedal

  2. Press the ◄ navigation button to access the cluster app

    The button is located on the steering wheel

  3. Find and select the INFO (i) menu

    Press the SEL button to select

  4. Scroll down to the “REMAINING OIL LIFE” menu

    Use the ▲ or ▼ button to scroll down

  5. Press and hold the SEL button until the oil life display changes to 100 percent

    On some models, a confirmation message will appear on the display, select YES to confirm

  6. 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

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 ELR (2014 2015 2016 model years). Hopefully, the article How To Reset Cadillac ELR Oil Life Light Oil Change Minder (2014-2016) useful for you. Good Luck!

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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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