How To Reset Oil Life/Service Light On Hyundai Sonata (2015-2019)
Last Updated on September 11, 2022 by Nick
Hello, sunshine! Today, I will show you how to reset the oil life or service light on a Hyundai Sonata. Now the fun fact about this particular vehicle has the maintenance requirement has been turned off. Means the warning lights have been turned off entirely so that they don’t have to, you know, have a warning light every time they need an oil change.
I think that’s a bad idea because sometimes they don’t even change their oil at all when they turn it off. Anyway, for you guys who turn it on and have a warning light every time you need to change the oil, I am here to show you how to reset the service light.
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2015-2019 Hyundai Sonata Oil Life/Service Light Reset Guide
Time needed: 3 minutes
So if you start your vehicle, you’ll get the service reminder. It says the mile is negative whatever, so that’s how much it passed your service interval. So if you want to reset it, all you got to do is:
- Turn the key on
The first thing we’re going to have to do is switch your ignition over to the on position
- Go to the WRENCH tab or the exclamation point menu
Next, we’re going to be paying attention to the cluster display and we’re going to need the ❏ button, directional switch to scroll up and down, and the OK button. So you’re gonna find the wrench tab or the exclamation point menu by pushing the ❏ button until it lands on it
- Find the Service minder
Then scroll down and make sure you’re on the Service minder screen
- Hold down the OK button
Once it does you’re gonna press and hold the OK button and you have successfully reset your oil maintenance light
How To Adjust The Service Interval
If you do want to adjust the service interval there’s a menu you could adjust to whatever mileage you want. So the way you do this is:
- Hit the ❏ button to go over to the USER SETTINGS
- Then you’re gonna go to SERVICE INTERVAL and hit the OK button
- Then right under the service interval, you’re gonna have your mileage and months. So if you want to set it by the mileage you’re gonna go there and hit OK and then it’s gonna give you a five-digit number that you could put in.
- Hit OK to move over to the next slide and hit the ❏ button to save it
Hyundai Sonata Service Schedule
The Hyundai Sonata service schedule outlines recommended services based on the car’s mileage. Every 7,500 miles, performing a minor service, such as an oil change and tire rotation, is recommended. Your Hyundai Sonata may require a primary service, like a brake pad replacement or a more extensive repair. In addition to preventing common problems, maintenance helps extend the life of your car and prevent hefty repair bills.
Hyundai offers several maintenance plans based on the car’s mileage and the condition of the car’s interior and exterior. Regular services for a Hyundai Sonata will include oil changes, tire rotations, spark plug replacements, and coolant changes. Some maintenance tasks are required on an annual basis, such as replacing the air filter.
Performing essential car maintenance is not difficult and can save you hundreds of dollars a year. It’s also fun and can even involve the entire family. You don’t need a technician to perform a service, but make sure you use the correct tools and fluids. In addition, it’s best to follow the Hyundai Sonata service schedule to prevent problems.
In general, your vehicle will need a major service every 120,000 miles. The maintenance plan will include replacing the engine’s oil, filter, and spark plug. Other significant items on the schedule include brake pads and discs, air conditioning refrigerant, fuel tank, and drive belt.
FAQ – Hyundai Sonata Engine Oil
5W-20 and 5W-30 are the recommended oil grades for a Hyundai Sonata. Under the hood, on the engine block, there will be an oil cap with the appropriate oil type written on it. The owner’s manual will include the information if it’s not included.
For the 2.4L 4-cylinder engine F and the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo B, the maximum quantity of engine oil your Sonata can contain is 5.7 quarts (4.8 liters).
So that’s how you reset it. For your info, this operation work for the seventh generation of the Hyundai Sonata (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 model years). I hope this content helped. Please comment below with any questions and don’t share them. So thanks for stopping by, 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.