How To Reset Oil Maintenance Required Light on Old Toyota Avalon
Last Updated on January 3, 2024 by Nick
Good morning everyone. Today I want to share how to reset the oil maintenance required light on the Toyota Avalon. This operation is for those of you who have maintenance required light on the 2005 to 2018 Toyota Avalon.
In this case, I had changed my oil, but I forgot to actually reset the trip meter or whatever that Toyota uses to keep track of that. As you can see right there, the maintenance required light is on. This happens when you go beyond the scheduled oil change distance. So let’s see what we need to do.
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2005-2012 Toyota Avalon Maintenance Light Reset Procedure
All right, today we’re in a Toyota Avalon, and this one is a 2005. Now we’re going to be resetting the maintenance-required light in the corner. Okay, and how we do that is we utilize the stick for the trip odometer to change between them. So what we do is:
- Turn on the ignition without starting the car
- Make sure your odometer read on ODO
- Turn off the car
- Ok now you have to hold down the ODO/TRIP button while turning on the ignition again
- Keep hold of the ODO/TRIP button until the odometer is going to flash then you’ll see the maintenance-required light will eventually go out
- Now you can start the car and all the rest of the lights will go away and it will look like normal
Resetting Oil Light in Toyota Avalon (2013-2018)
Time needed: 3 minutes
In this section, I’m going to show you how to reset the maintenance light which is needed after replacing the engine oil and the filter on the 2013 Avalon. So you just basically need to:
- Turn on the ignition key without starting the engine
If your vehicle has an ignition button, press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without touching the brake pedal
- Make sure the trip computer is set to the TRIP A
Press the ODO/TRIP button on the instrument cluster repeatedly to bring you to TRIP A
- Next, turn off the ignition
Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once
- Press and hold the ODO/TRIP button, and turn the ignition key to the ON again
If your vehicle has an ignition button, hold down the trip button and press the start button twice
- Keep hold it down
Continue to hold down the ODO/TRIP button until 000000 appears on the display
For your info, this operation work for the third and fourth generations of the Toyota Avalon (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 model years). We have it right here if you’re seeking the most recent model.
Toyota Avalon Oil Maintenance Advice
If you are wondering how to perform a Toyota Avalon oil change, you should first read the owner’s manual. You should also wear safety glasses to avoid accidents, especially when working under the car. The fluids in your vehicle can be extremely harmful to your skin and eyes. Make sure you read the manual book and follow the procedures. The following is Toyota Avalon oil maintenance advice:
Regular oil changes
You might be wondering how often your Toyota Avalon needs an oil change. You can follow several maintenance tips to ensure you do it correctly and safely. Changing your engine oil regularly will help your car perform at its peak level and keep you from experiencing any problems. Regular Toyota Avalon oil change tips can ensure you get optimum performance from your vehicle. Read on to learn more about these tips!
Synthetic-blend oil
If you’ve ever driven a Toyota Avalon, you know that changing the oil regularly is crucial for engine health. The oil in your car’s engine is responsible for carrying debris to the oil filter, which traps them. Keeping the engine oil clean will keep your Toyota from knocking and prevent parts from rusting. The oil changes you make will also help to prevent your Toyota Avalon from suffering from damage or premature wear.
Heavy-duty oil
It would be best if you visited your mechanic for a regular oil change on your Toyota Avalon. Frequent oil changes can help your mechanic catch more problems. A frequent oil change can detect issues such as faulty batteries or brake pads. Your mechanic can also check the oil filter and other filters. They will perform a courtesy inspection while performing the oil change. Here are some tips to keep your car running at peak performance.
Check oil level before changing oil
If you’ve never changed the oil in your Toyota Avalon, you’re in for a treat. This fast, easy process is essential to keeping your engine healthy. You should park your vehicle on level ground to check the oil level and locate the dipstick. Look for a bright-colored handle with the word OIL stamped on it. Put the dipstick and wipe any excess oil with a clean rag before reinstalling it. Be sure to insert the dipstick into the engine.
Service schedule
You’ll want to change its oil regularly to get the most out of your Toyota Avalon. This maintenance schedule should be done every six months, or around 5,000 miles, depending on how many miles you’ve driven. You may also want to have your brakes inspected and change the cabin air filter. However, if you haven’t changed the oil, now’s the time to schedule an oil change.
Tools needed
You’ll need several essential tools for a Toyota Avalon oil change. For starters, you’ll need a drain pan, funnel, wrench, and jack. Consult the owner’s manual to ensure you’re changing the right oil for your car. For additional tools, consider purchasing a quality automotive multi-tool. The tools required for an oil change vary depending on your vehicle and personal preference.
FAQ – Avalon Maintenance Required
If the 2018 Toyota Avalon has the regular 3.5-liter V6 engine, it requires 6.45 quarts of 0W-20 motor oil. There is no difference in viscosity between the hybrid model and the standard variant, but you only need 4.65 quarts for the hybrid version.
Regardless of the size of your engine, the conditions in your area and the way you drive will significantly impact how often you need to get it serviced. Replace this engine oil on the standard model every 5,000 miles or six months. And every 10,000 miles or 12 months for the hybrid.
The cost of an oil change is around $130 to $160. About $40 to $60 of the total comes from the cost of hiring a worker.
Dexron III power steering fluid is suggested for Toyota Avalon cars. Every 75,000 miles, you should replace the power steering fluid.
Dexron VI is the recommended gearbox fluid for the Toyota Avalon. Every 30,000 to 60,000 miles, you should replenish the transmission fluid.
So that’s how you reset the oil light on most Toyota and Lexus also. But as I said, I’ve left in the description the year make a model this procedure is for and on that. So thanks for checking it out and have a great day.
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 have done evrything to reset the maint light but stays i changed the oil two days ago
Did you chaiyouroil yourself I tried a special oil change and my light vame on a week later.
Hello I have avalon 2012 I replace the battery I remove it than I replaced now the wondow can’t be up down.
I got it to work on 2015 Avalon. Was a bit tricky and tried a few times. Had to set to Trip A reading like you said for 2015. Took a few tries. Thanks