{"id":41899,"date":"2022-06-15T09:33:35","date_gmt":"2022-06-15T09:33:35","guid":{"rendered":" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/?p=41899"},"modified":"2022-06-15T09:33:35","modified_gmt":"2022-06-15T09:33:35","slug":"why-is-the-maintenance-required-light-in-my-car-turned-on","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/why-is-the-maintenance-required-light-in-my-car-turned-on\/","title":{"rendered":"Why is the maintenance required light in my car turned on?\u00a0\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Car symbols, often called dashboard lights, remind you about the car service schedule. For instance, you turn on the ignition, and a light on your car\u2019s dashboard flashes with the words \u2018maintenance required.\u2019 Your car may be running smoothly, so you&#8217;ll be perplexed by the maintenance required light\u202fturned on. The question is, should you panic?\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">No, there is no reason for you to panic if maintenance required light turns on. It\u2019s essentially telling you that your car will require regular maintenance shortly. For instance, it could be time for an oil change, a tune-up, or a new timing belt. Most dashboard lights, after all, signify a potentially important issue, such as low engine oil pressure, low battery charge, nonfunctional airbags, and dangerously high engine temperatures.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">So, how can you turn off the maintenance required light? What will happen if you neglect it for long? Keep reading to know more!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/why-is-the-maintenance-required-light-in-my-car-turned-on\/#What_does_the_maintenance_required_light_mean\" >What does the maintenance required light mean?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/why-is-the-maintenance-required-light-in-my-car-turned-on\/#What_service_do_you_need_to_do_when_the_maintenance_required_light_illuminates\" >What service do you need to do when the maintenance required light illuminates?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/why-is-the-maintenance-required-light-in-my-car-turned-on\/#Can_I_drive_with_the_maintenance_required_light_on\" >Can I drive with the maintenance required light on?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/why-is-the-maintenance-required-light-in-my-car-turned-on\/#What_will_happen_if_a_driver_ignores_maintenance_required_light\" >What will happen if a driver ignores maintenance required light?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/why-is-the-maintenance-required-light-in-my-car-turned-on\/#How_to_reset_maintenance_required_light\" >How to reset maintenance required light\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/why-is-the-maintenance-required-light-in-my-car-turned-on\/#How_to_reset_the_maintenance_light_on_Toyota_cars\" >How to reset the maintenance light on Toyota cars\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/why-is-the-maintenance-required-light-in-my-car-turned-on\/#How_much_does_it_cost_to_fix_maintenance_required_light\" >How much does it cost to fix maintenance required light?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/why-is-the-maintenance-required-light-in-my-car-turned-on\/#When_should_you_visit_a_mechanic\" >When should you visit a mechanic?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/why-is-the-maintenance-required-light-in-my-car-turned-on\/#Difference_between_maintenance_required_and_check_engine_lights\" >Difference between maintenance required and check engine lights\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_the_maintenance_required_light_mean\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What does the maintenance required light mean?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The maintenance required light is a warning light that reminds drivers that their car needs a service. It activates in 5,000-mile intervals since carmakers normally recommend basic servicing \u2014 <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/why-do-cars-need-oil\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">oil change<\/a>, filter replacement, and inspection \u2014 every 5,000 miles. The light blinks for a few seconds every time you start your car after 4,500 miles. The light will remain on if left unchecked for another 500 miles, indicating you\u2019ve traveled 5,000 miles.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">However, the maintenance required light can turn on at different mileage points depending on your car. For instance, the light will sometimes illuminate every few thousand miles to alert you that it\u2019s time for an oil change. On the other hand, in some cars, the light may appear once every 60,000 miles or every other significant number to alert the necessity for a major tune-up.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/way-plus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/1148169_BlogAdBanner_Opt4_500x500px_V01_080921.jpg\" alt=\"Save well while servicing maintenance required light\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_service_do_you_need_to_do_when_the_maintenance_required_light_illuminates\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What service do you need to do when the maintenance required light illuminates?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In carmakers like Toyota or Lexus, a 5,000-mile service includes an engine oil and filter change, tire rotation, multi-point inspection, and an inspection and adjustment of all fluids. Be mindful that the service requirements vary with different carmakers and models.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_drive_with_the_maintenance_required_light_on\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Can I drive with the maintenance required light on?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_41908\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-41908\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-41908\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/maintenance-required-light-on-e1655284131523.jpg\" alt=\"maintenance required light on\" width=\"600\" height=\"449\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-41908\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><em>By Samantha Celera via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/scelera\/3145868098\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Flickr<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Yes. You can drive your car with the light turned on. But, be aware that you\u2019re driving at your own risk without doing the recommended or scheduled service. For these reasons, keeping your car up-to-date with all planned and suggested maintenance is critical to avoid the many untimely, inconvenient, and costly repairs that occur with neglect.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_will_happen_if_a_driver_ignores_maintenance_required_light\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What will happen if a driver ignores maintenance required light?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Though it is safe to travel with the light turned on, the car may have adverse effects if you ignore the warning for longer. In addition, driving with maintenance required light on can damage your car\u2019s engine or even worsen. It can even lead to an accident, or you may get stranded on the road.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_reset_maintenance_required_light\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How to reset maintenance required light<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You might wish to turn off the maintenance required light at some point. It usually happens when a technician forgets to reset the light during service or if you do maintenance on your car. The technique for resetting the device is rather simple.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Turn on the ignition switch.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Make the Odometer\/Trip Display to ODO mode.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Turn off the ignition switch.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Press and hold the trip meter \u2018Reset\u2019 button while turning on the ignition switch.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Then, the light will illuminate solidly for three seconds. Then it will blink for two seconds and finally illuminate steadily for a second.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> You should release the trip meter \u2018Reset\u2019 button.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Turn off the ignition.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Turn on the ignition and check that the maintenance required light is off. If the light continues to blink (step 5), turn off the ignition and begin from the first step again.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_reset_the_maintenance_light_on_Toyota_cars\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How to reset the maintenance light on Toyota cars<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Turn on the ignition switch.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Make the Odometer\/Trip Display to Trip A (recent model) or ODO mode (early model).<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Turn off the ignition switch.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Press and hold the trip meter \u2018Reset\u2019 button while turning on the ignition switch.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> The light will flash while five blank lines emerge on the ODO screen, one fading every second. The light will turn off when all the ODO lines disappear.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> You should release the trip meter \u2018Reset\u2019 button.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Turn off the ignition.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Turn off the ignition and ensure that maintenance required light disappears. If the light continues to blink (step 5), turn off the ignition and start again from the first step.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_it_cost_to_fix_maintenance_required_light\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How much does it cost to fix maintenance required light?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When you buy a new car, the carmaker will normally cover the 5,000-mile service intervals for free up to 25,000 miles. The 5,000-mile service might cost anywhere between $75 and $135, depending on where you live. When you reach higher mileage levels, your car will require major services like timing belt repairs and ignition tune-ups. It will coincide with a standard 5,000-mile service interval.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_you_visit_a_mechanic\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When should you visit a mechanic?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It isn\u2019t necessary to take your car to a mechanic when the maintenance required light turns on. The light turns on to remind you to do the car service on time. Also, you needn\u2019t worry much about the light if you\u2019re changing the car\u2019s oil and oil filter based on the owner\u2019s manual.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Difference_between_maintenance_required_and_check_engine_lights\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Difference between maintenance required and check engine lights<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Always remember that the maintenance required light will turn on when your car requires service. It normally reminds you every 5,000 miles to make an oil change, filter replacement, and inspection. The light never indicates a problem with your car.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The \u2018check engine light is a far more significant warning than the \u2018maintenance\u2019 light. The check engine illuminates when your engine or car is facing a major problem. If the light appears, take your car to a repair immediately for a diagnosis. The mechanic will plug in a reader to determine why the light is on.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/way-plus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/WAY-PLUS.png\" alt=\"Save up to $1000 on car services every year\" width=\"794\" height=\"294\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><em>Here\u2019s more info on\u00a0<\/em><a title=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/airport-parking\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/airport-parking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Link top-rated airport parking\"><em>top-rated airport parking<\/em><\/a><em>,\u00a0<\/em><a title=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/cities\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/cities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Link the best parking spots in your city\"><em>the best parking spots in your city<\/em><\/a><em>, the most affordable\u00a0<u><a title=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-insurance\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Link auto insurance\u00a0\">auto insurance\u00a0<\/a><\/u>for your car, and\u00a0<\/em><a title=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/car-wash-near-me\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/car-wash-near-me\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Link top-rated car washes near you\"><em>top-rated car washes near you<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Car symbols, often called dashboard lights, remind you about the car service schedule. For instance, you turn on the ignition, and a light on your car\u2019s dashboard flashes with the words \u2018maintenance required.\u2019 Your car may be running smoothly, so you&#8217;ll be perplexed by the maintenance required light\u202fturned on. 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