Oil change service light reset?

Tiny
BUCKWHEAT78
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  • 2007 SATURN ION
We just changed the oil in the car but the change oil light is still on in the car. How do we get that off?
Friday, July 9th, 2010 AT 9:33 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
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Hi,

Here are the directions for resetting the oil change light.

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How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System

The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change the engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime the oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where you change the oil prior to the CHG OIL message being turned on, reset the system.

After changing the engine oil, reset the system by doing the following:

1. Press and release the trip/reset button until the OIL LIFE message is displayed.
2. Then press and hold the trip/reset button until a chime sounds five times, and RESET is displayed in the message center. When the system is reset, the odometer will again be displayed in the message center.
3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK.

If the CHG OIL message comes back on when you start your vehicle, the engine oil life system has not reset. Repeat the procedure.

Your vehicle has a unique oil filter element. When installing the filler cap do not exceed 18 lb-ft (25 Nm). Inspect the condition of the O-ring and replace if damaged. See your Saturn retailer for additional information.

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I hope this helps. Let me know if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe
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