Oil Reset: RAM 1500/2500/3500 Oil Change Required Light (2011-2024)
Last Updated on October 31, 2023 by Nick
The Ram 1500/2500/3500 is a pickup from the American car brand Dodge. The first generation appeared in 1981, and the fourth generation is now in production. So you came here looking for a way to reset the oil change required light on RAM 1500/2500/3500? Stay here; we will help you.
The oil change reminder system can help take the guesswork out of oil changes. When the time has come to change the oil, a single chime will sound, and a message will flash in the cluster screen for about 10 seconds. I got my oil changed, and now I’m going to reset the oil change light.
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How To Reset Oil Change Light On RAM 1500/2500/3500
For information, this method applies to the fourth and fifth generations of Ram pickups (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 model years).
RAM 1500/2500/3500 (2011-2013)
This little trick works with a lot of the GM’s vehicles, but it’s just that there’s a little difference. On most GM’s vehicles, you can actually kick the gas pedal quickly but you must slowly for this one.
So all you have to do to reset the oil light is depress the gas pedal three times slowly after you turn the ignition to the run position, one click before actually starting it.
RAM 1500/2500/3500 (2014-2018)
Time needed: 3 minutes
We just performed the service on a 2019 RAM 1500, so we gonna clear the oil light. In this chapter, I will use the steering button to access the oil life menu to reset it. So here’s how to do it:
- Get the car to the run position
With foot off the brake, press the START button twice
- Go to VEHICLE INFO
Use the up or down arrows button to get to the Vehicle Information
- Scroll to OIL LIFE
Then you’re going to oil life by using the left or right navigation button
- Press and hold the ► button
Hold down the ► right arrow button to enter the reset mode
- Select OK or YES
When a confirmation message appears, highlight the OK or YES and then press ► to confirm
RAM 1500/2500/3500 (2019-2024)
- Get in the car and turn it to the run mode
- Go to VEHICLE INFO by using the ▲ or ▼ button
- Scroll to OIL LIFE by using the ◄ or ► button
- Press and hold the OK button to reset it
That’s all it takes, quick and easy. If you thought this was helpful, please share this article. We appreciate your time, and let us know in the comments if you have any questions. Thanks, bye.
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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.