How to Reset the Engine Oil LifeSystemThe Engine Oil Life System calculates when to changethe engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Wheneverthe oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculatewhen the next oil change is required. If a situation occurswhere you change the oil prior to a CHANGE ENGINEOIL SOON message in the DIC being turned on, resetthe system.After the oil has been changed, the CHANGE ENGINEOIL SOON message must be reset. To reset themessage:1. Press the up or down arrow to scroll the DIC toshow OIL LIFE.2. Once the XXX% ENGINE OIL LIFE menu item ishighlighted, press and hold the RESET button untilthe percentage shows 100%.If the percentage does not return to 100% or if theCHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comesback on when you start the vehicle, the engine oillife system has not reset. Repeat the procedure.What to Do with Used OilUsed engine oil contains certain elements that can beunhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer.Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Cleanyour skin and nails with soap and water, or a goodhand cleaner. Wash or properly dispose of clothing orrags containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer’swarnings about the use and disposal of oil products.Used oil can be a threat to the environment. If youchange your own oil, be sure to drain all the oil from thefilter before disposal. Never dispose of oil by putting itin the trash, pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or intostreams or bodies of water. Recycle it by taking it to aplace that collects used oil.5-22
