Maintenance Required Toyota Corolla
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In a 2008 toyota corolla how do you get rid of the maintenance required light? It was not reset when the oil was changed so the light came on and I have no clue how to get it off. The dealer said look in the manual but I don't see anything in there.
Shane M replied: "have it serviced"
Esty replied: "I always have trouble doing that, but I'll give you hints and play around with it. You know the button on the dashboard that changes the odometer from trip to general odometer, etc.? You have to move the ignition key so that the radio plays but the car isn't started. Then you have to hold that odometer button down for a few seconds, and then turn the car on. It usually takes me several tries, but it's something like that. As I said, if you play around with it, you'll eventually get it, but it isn't easy. Stupid system."
mrvadeboncoeur replied: "At 4500 miles since last reset, the Maint Reqd light will blink at you on startup (very easy to miss seeing it). At 5000 miles since last reset, the Maint Reqd light will stay on solid.
It's just a reminder by miles that you are due for the next scheduled maintenance. It is not smart (doesn't go by time, or do any oil analysis), just a mile counter. Usually that is an oil change/tire rotation:
Should your dealer forget to reset it, or you go to an independent mechanic or DIY, you can reset the light yourself.
Yes, the procedure should be in your Owner's Manual. Look someplace similar to:
Page 122-123 of the US 2004 Prius Owner's Manual (Section 2-5 "Operation of Instruments and Controls: Gauges, Meters and Service Reminder Indicators", item (j) in the "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" section.)
Otherwise, go back to the dealer and make them finish the job that they should've done in the first place. (Whenever I have my Toyota serviced, they have a separate line item for resetting the Maint Reqd light on the work order, right after the oil change...)"
top gun replied: "The light can mean 100's of things that may be wrong. From a few dollars to 100's and you need a diag machine to tell. Too many people have the light turned off but do not solve problem and soon need new car."
masaomo43 replied: "heres what you need to do
1. hold down trip button on odometer
2. turn key on to ACC
3 watch odometer display will go (----------) and then to what your mileage is. thats it light should turn off"
I have a 2007 Toyota Corolla CE. How do I turn off the maintenance required light? Directions in the manual are confusing and have not worked.
A W replied: "Ask the galahs at the dealership you bought it from
"Oh what a feeling, the lights on""
whoopswhosfault replied: "What i did is take it into a oil pit stop at a Toyota dealer. For $20 you get your oild change and then ask them to turn of that light. In my case it went on because my girlfriend left the gas cap off. They never charged me.
Otherwise man it is under warranty."
Bozema replied: "This came up my new 2007 Highlander and I bet its the same. It took some research on the part of my mechanic and the darn thing stays on even after the required maintenance is done. I watched him do it and took notes. Here's what you do:
Put the key in the ignitition.
Hold down the trip odometer button and keep holding it down.
Turn they key on then off three times. Let go of the button.
Turn the key back on and wait till it says "complete."
Dang that message is annoying. I don't need a stupid message to tell me when its time for an oil change - I can count to 5,000. Hope this works for you. If this doesn't do it, take it to the Toyota dealer and insist that they fix it and make them let you watch as they do it and take notes."
Carman Nguyen replied: "Make sure the odometer shows mileage,not trip.
Hold the reset button in,then turn ignition key on
Mileage numbers will turn into slashes and become zeros
When mileage numbers come back,you can let off the reset button
Done."
SML replied: "I think that u shold just g o to the dealer and ask em to check it out!"
Why is my Maintenance Required light still flashing when I start my 2007 Toyota Corolla? The manual says this light comes on when the oil needs changing. I have changed the oil and filter and the light still flashes when I turn the car on (longer than all the other lights that come on temporarily when I start the car). Why is this?
deejayspop replied: "you need to clear the code, you can do this by dis connecting your battery for 10 minutes or so, if it still is lit after that you probably have a faulty sensor"
Dke replied: "Sometimes unscrewing and scrwewing the gas cap tight, turns that light off."
Brian M replied: "odb2 scanner time :)"
reeds_person replied: "There could be something else that needs to be replaced or the computer didn't clear the code out. Take it to any parts store and they can read the code and clear it for you."
mdcbert replied: "Because you have to pay the dealer to turn it off. ALSO the dealer is supposed to change the oil on cars that are under warranty still so that They KNOW it was done correctly. If you change your own oil it will void your warranty.
Thats how they make money on new cars nowadays
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
Sorry to hear about your bad luck."
Jesus freak replied: "Disconnect the battery cables and touch the neg and positive leads together for 10 seconds or so that should reset your code."
Mike C replied: "Check your manual on how to reset the oil life timer"
james d replied: "when you change your oil you have to reset the light. It wont no someone drained the oil."
I own a 2005 Toyota Corolla LE. How do you turn off the "Maintenance Required" gauge on the dashboard? I got my 3,000-mile service recently, and they neglected to turn off that gauge on my dashboard after servicing it. I didn't have it serviced at my Toyota dealership for the first time, so I'm assuming they just didn't know to turn it off. Is there an easy way to do so?
Nikki replied: "Some cars have a slot (so to speak) were you stick your key in to reset the maintenance mark! Its located where your gauges are! Can't miss it! Im just winging this thats how all my cars have been reset but in some cases I suppose it may be different!
PS. At least this is how it is done with Hondas ..."
Dick Haloren replied: "Turn the ignition key to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position with the odometer (not trip meter) reading shown. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position while holding down the trip meter reset button. Hold down the knob for at least five seconds. The odometer indicates "000,000" and the light should go off."
KELLI J replied: "I don't personally know how on your particular car but if you look in your owners manual it should tell you how. I know on my honda you have to turn on the car and push on the brake pedal so many times in 30 seconds.... it is probably something simple like that."
michael o replied: "Dick Haloren is correct"
chrispykia replied: "Most vehicles with "maintenance required"light, the reset button is usually right by the oil filter, you just push the button and it resets the kilometers or miles till the next service."
nickoname replied: "Check your oners manual"
us1tohell replied: "Turn the ignition key to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position with the odometer (not trip meter) reading shown. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position while holding down the trip meter reset button. Hold down the knob for at least five seconds. The odometer indicates "000,000" and the light should go off."
Is There Check Engine Light On A 2005 Toyota Corolla LE? I notice that there is a MAINTENANCE REQUIRED light on a Corolla but does it have an actual CHECK ENGINE LIGHT? Is MAINTENANCE REQUIRED the same as CHECK ENGINE?
Robert M replied: "No, it isn't. When you are starting your car, before you engage the actual starter, all the dash lights should come on to indicate that the bulbs are working. If you do NOT see a check engine light, you may have a bad bulb in the dash. Good Luck!!"
Mark F replied: "Maintenance Required is for when your car is due for ROUTINE MAINTENANCE.
The Check Engine Light (which every car is required to have BY LAW) is there to signal an engine malfunction.
All of this is of course explained in your owners manual."
how can I get the book that goes with the toyota corolla 2005 ce? The maintenance required light is on but I want to know what are the possible problems are?
psw123 replied: "Call your local Toyota dealer. They will sell you one or order it for you if they don't have one."
kbrick13 replied: "an owner's manual, since it is a 2005, you might be able to find it at the dealer. if not, you might be able to get it at an auto salvage yard. a service and repair manual can be purchased at an auto parts store, or retail store."
kestrel268 replied: "Try Walmart for Haynes manuals. I think they have them."
How many miles late before warranty is lost - 2008 Toyota Corolla? I'm concerned about how many additional miles can i drive my 2008 Toyota Corolla before I risk voiding the manufacturer warranty?
I have pretty much been keeping up with the required maintenance schedule. I took my car in:
1. for the 5k miles service at 5100
2. for the10k miles service at 10235
However, now I'm due for my 15k miles services at 15235 and I'm actually over, at 15370? I'm trying to stretch for 4 more days, due to scheduling. So that will make me very late for my service.
How many miles can I go over the scheduled service date/mileage amount, before my warranty gets voided?
sundance replied: "Call the dealership or where you get it serviced. If it is - it is. What can I say?
See site below for more info."
2008 Toyota Corolla 15,000K service really worth $600? I purchased my corolla from a dealership and was given the "Free Tires for Life" package under the pretense that I must maintain my car at their dealership and follow their maintenance schedule.
I have done the research and "Mother Toyota" only requires the following:
1. Oil and Filter change
2. Rotate Tires
3. Tighten drive shaft bolt (whatever that means)
4. Visual inspects
However the dealer requires, in addition to the list above:
1. Wheel alignment
2. Throttle service
3. Fuel Injector service
4. Change of spark plugs
5. Change engine air filter
6. Check value caps
5. And a bunch of other minute items, such as change wipers, etc.
All of these requirements comes to the dealer price of $600 for their 15K service.
Now this doesn't seem to make any scene to me, as to why all of these are required by the dealership at a mere 15k miles, when the manufacturer does not require it.
I'm wondering if I should simply forfeit the "Free Tires for Life" and simply stick to getting the "Mother Toyota's" requirements done for around $50.00/ $60.00. Thus, saving me over $500. Or should I continue following the dealer maintenance schedule and spend the $600 today and all other 15K miles interval, in addition to $50 every every 15k miles interval, just to keep the "Free Tires for Life".
To me it seems like a rip off, but what are your views and advice?
I have priced the cost of tires and the most it would cost for an excellent set of tires is $100.00/ tire = $400 TOTAL.
To me, it doesn't seem like it's worth it, but I'm no car expert.
tessajanell replied: "Have questioned them about this. I would have a fit. When we purchased our new ford F-150 in 2005 we bought the extra service package for about $2,000. We are now at the point that I take it in every 5,000 miles. If it cost us $600 each visit the dealership would be getting a really bad deal and I don't think that most places would screw themselves like that. It sounds like you are getting ripped off to me. Talk to them about this and then go price tires for your car. If it works out to less then $600 dollars every 15k mile (40k per set is the standard for new tires) which I am sure it will, I would tell them you are just going to give up the tires for something more affordable"
Bandett replied: "have you ever noticed ,How many ads today there product is FREE ! WHEN EVER YOU HEAR THAT YOU KNOW YOU are being lied to. A cardealer wouldnt walk acoss the street to pour a warm soda on you if you were on fire, unless you paid them for it.--At 15000 you do not need 1,2,3,4 plugs in new cars go 50 k miles min.,5 go to auto zone 10 bucks,6 dont know what that is, and the second # 5 is just a bunch of stuff to make list longer. those free tires will prob. cost you 600$ each at least. Then they put they will put the cheapest ones on , or you can up grade for some more $. Your BS alarm went off for good reason. and the want you pay for this50$ .How did you keep from laughing, and you know the car slezman that sold you the car got extra commission if he could suck you in to this . ITS FREE! ITS FREE!"
Tim R replied: "Some places pad the bill with services that really amount to nothing. They may sound good to someone that doesn't know what is actually needed. Lose the tire deal."
ASE Certified Car Guy replied: "You are getting screwed... a 15K service is an oil change w/ rotation, air & cabin air filters. Thats it! Our 15 K is around 100 bucks - maybe a few dollars more.
NO SPARK PLUGS . NO THROTTLE SERVICE NO WHEEL ALIGNMENT (unless its off) <- get it checked for free!)"
R T replied: "It's not "worth" $600 unless you're willing to pay for it.
Get the oil changed.
You can check the rest:
Air filter is easy: pop it open and check it.
Plugs should be good for at least double that.
If your tires are wearing evenly and you don't have a drift to one side or the other: chances are the alignment is good.
Throttle service? Is your throttle sticking open or is the pedal heavy?
Fuel injectors do NOT NEED SERVICING.
Otherwise not needed.
Tires should be rotated regularly. You can do that at home if you have time w/ a jack and using the spare to hold the axle you just took the tire off though and save yourself from being further gouged.
Drive shaft bolt? Ask them why.
Value caps? Do you mean valve caps? On tires? If you're missing some: it's $2 from any auto dealer."
Will driving my car about 300 miles past the oil change due mileage be damaging to my car ? My maintenance required light has been on for 2 days. I can change oil tomorrow or the day after tomorrow. That will make me about 300 miles past the due mileage. The car is a Toyota Corolla 2008. Will my car be just fine if I'm about 300 miles late to change oil ?
Troy replied: "300 miles isn't going to make a difference. At least you are changing it regularly."
JetDoc replied: "No. 300 miles is nothing as far as an oil change is concerned. Just make sure the engine is not low on oil, and get the service done whenever it is convenient for you to do it."
SEGERLOVER replied: "that little bit will not cause any harm at all."
don r replied: "As long as there's no sludge, there shouldn't be a problem. If there is sludge, the damage is done. The mileage light doesn't tell this defect, it's just a nagging reminder that recommended oil change is due. Why don't you take an hour to get the oil changed to preserve the record for your warranty?"
xdmwe replied: "It depends on other conditions, too. So, it may do damage."
Ronnie replied: "Yes it will be fine. It will not hurt your car at all. Everyone you talk to, will tell you differently when to get it changed. Some prefer every 3500 miles and some go 5,000. 300 miles will not hurt."
Julie replied: "300 miles over is not going to hurt your car, especially a Toyota. Read your owners manual about time between oil changes and remember the region that you live in. Extreme temp changes can affect how often you need to change your oil."
Roosterkroozer replied: "It's not the oil that you should worry about. Most motor oils are designed to go 15,000 miles between changes. The oil filter, on the other hand, is designed to last for about 4500 to 6000 miles under lighter use situations. So you're okay for now. Just don't wait more than 1000 more miles to change oil and filters."
Steven J replied: "No you will be fine to change the oil asap. Our 2009 Corolla Matrix recommends oil changes every 5,000 miles.
The oil builds up dirt from the engine, and the lubricating properties will decline, but not for many many more miles after 3,000 miles. I think the 3,000 miles 6 months is mainly for Jiffy Lube as a catch phrase.
With full synthetic you can almost double the oil life."
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