How To Reset Oil Maintenance Light On Lexus GX 460/470 (2003-2022)
Last Updated on October 8, 2022 by Nick
How hops it? Today I turned on my car, and I get this on my diagnostic screen; it says maintenance required, which means it’s time for me to change my oil. So I already changed my oil according to what Lexus recommends, and now I need to reset the maintenance light on my Lexus GX 460/470.
I actually change it every thousand miles instead of 7,500 or 10,000 or whatever they prescribe using synthetic oil. I change mine at 5,000, and I always got to reset these things at intervals. So let’s get right into it.
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2003-2009 Lexus GX 470 Maintenance Light Reset Guide
- The first step is to turn the key on
- Make sure your trip is on ODO. How you do that you’re going to have to cycle your ODO/TRIP button on the dash and you just keep pushing it until it gets to ODO
- Next, I’m going to go ahead and turn off my car right now
- After that, I’m going to want to hold the ODO/TRIP button-down with keeping my foot off the brake pedal we’re going to be in ignition mode by pushing the START button two times or turning the key to the on position
- Keep holding the button and it’s gonna go through its cycle right there resetting maintenance data then as soon as it’s complete
- Once it’s complete you can let go of your finger and go ahead to turn off your car
2010-2019 Lexus GX 460 Oil Light Reset
Time needed: 3 minutes
Okay, so this is how you reset the oil maintenance light once you get this light and you already did your oil changes on your Lexus GX 460. So let’s get into the car to try to do it.
- Turn on the ignition
The first thing we’re gonna have to do is switch the ignition over to the ON position which is achieved by hitting the START button twice
- Make sure you’re on TRIP A
Once you get everything to light up you’re gonna need this ODO/TRIP button to make sure you’re on TRIP A. The TRIP A is the only way it will work
- Turn OFF the ignition
Then you’re gonna switch your ignition back off
- Hold down the ODO/TRIP button as you turn on the ignition again
With your left hand you’re gonna push the ODO/TRIP button and hold it down and with your other hand you’re gonna hit the START button twice until you reach the on position
- Continue to hold down the ODO/TRIP button
Keep holding the ODO/TRIP button and you’ll see resetting maintenance data and wait a moment till it successfully resets the oil maintenance light
With Audio Display
- Switch the ignition over to the on position
- Then you’re gonna need to hit the SETUP button
- Next, you’re gonna scroll until you reach VEHICLE and click on that
- Click on MAINTENANCE
- And there are all your other service displays that could be displayed on this menu
- You just reset them as you need you and click on them then edit them
Resetting Oil Light in 2020-2023 Lexus GX 460
This section will show you how to reset the oil maintenance lights on the 2020 Lexus GX 460. It’s a little bit different from the previous model. So let’s go ahead.
- Push the START button twice without stepping on any pedal
- If you got a message on the cluster display, press the Back button to clear it
- Then you’re gonna go ahead with the arrow over left or right whichever way until you find the ⚙️ GEAR
- Next, use the arrow down until you see the VEHICLE SETTINGS
- After that, push the center button on your steering wheel which is the okay or command button
- So let’s go ahead to go to SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE enter that and then RESET that
- Back out and then go to OIL MAINTENANCE and RESET that too and it’s complete
For your info, this operation work for the first and second generations of the Lexus GX 460/470 (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 model years).
When should I replace the oil in my Lexus GX 470/460?
According to your Lexus owner’s handbook, oil changes are recommended every 5,000 miles or six months, whichever comes first.
A warning light on your Lexus GX will let you know when it’s time to get an oil change. The light comes on and flashes for a few seconds whenever you turn the key in the ignition about 4,500 miles after your last oil change. If you keep driving, the warning light will stay on for another 5,000 miles.
You may go further between oil changes when you switch to a synthetic blend or full synthetic oil. However, you may need to replace your engine oil more frequently if you constantly find yourself stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic or if you test the limits of your Lexus GX’s performance potential.
FAQ – Lexus GX Engine Oil
We need to review the fundamentals before you can become an expert in auto maintenance on your own. Let’s begin with a discussion of the appropriate amount of motor oil for a Lexus GX 460/470.
The engine’s oil capacity in your Lexus GX460 is 8.2 quarts or 7.8 liters. This is not to be confused with the engine’s displacement, which is the 4.6-liter volume occupied by its cylinders. However, your Lexus’ oil capacity is the amount of oil your car requires at each oil change.
For the 2019 Lexus GX 460, Lexus suggests SAE 0W-20 oil. The number “0” indicates the oil’s viscosity when the engine is cold, such as when the car is turned off or has just started. Accompanying “W” means the current season, which is winter. The number “20” denotes the oil’s viscosity at the typical engine’s temperatures.
Toyota Super Long Life Coolant is the fluid of choice for the Lexus GX.
So there you have it. When we put the engine on and check, the oil maintenance light is no longer ready today. I hope you enjoyed this content. So thanks for your time and I’ll catch you next time.
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.
