What does maintenance required light mean on 2001 Civic?

What does maintenance required light mean on 2001 Civic?

Owner’s Manual pages 67-68) The maintenance required light in our dash is a reminder to bring the car in for scheduled maintenance (every 10,000 miles). The light will flash after start up for 10 seconds once you are 2000 miles from the car’s scheduled maintenance.

When does the Honda Civic maint REQ’D light go off?

After 10 seconds, the MAINT REQ’D light will reset and turn off. The MAINT REQ’D light is designed to illuminate (whenever the engine is running) after 10, 000 miles. After the MAINT REQ’D light is reset, it will illuminate when the ignition switch is turned on then will go out after 2 seconds.

How to reset maintenance required light ( 2001-2005 )?

If the lights are on, the MAINT REQ’D light will not reset. If your Civic is equipped with daytime running lights (DRL), the DRL must be disabled so the MAINT REQ’D light can be reset. These are the steps: Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.

How do I reset the running light on my Honda Civic?

If your Civic is equipped with daytime running lights (DRL), the DRL must be disabled so the MAINT REQ’D light can be reset. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET button. NOTE: See bottom photo for location of the SELECT/RESET button.

What does the maintenance required light mean on my car?

This is an alert for you to make an appointment for car service because you are getting close to the 5,000-mile service interval. The maintenance required light will remain on and be solid after the mileage interval reaches 5,000 miles since the light was reset. This is the final reminder to bring your car in for service.

After 10 seconds, the MAINT REQ’D light will reset and turn off. The MAINT REQ’D light is designed to illuminate (whenever the engine is running) after 10, 000 miles. After the MAINT REQ’D light is reset, it will illuminate when the ignition switch is turned on then will go out after 2 seconds.

If the lights are on, the MAINT REQ’D light will not reset. If your Civic is equipped with daytime running lights (DRL), the DRL must be disabled so the MAINT REQ’D light can be reset. These are the steps: Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.

If your Civic is equipped with daytime running lights (DRL), the DRL must be disabled so the MAINT REQ’D light can be reset. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET button. NOTE: See bottom photo for location of the SELECT/RESET button.

Is there a maintenance schedule for a Honda Civic?

Honda offers a maintenance schedule that serves as a good reference point for when you should have your vehicle serviced. Depending on the service needed, it can be done as a DIY. Other services may require you to take the vehicle into a dealer service center or a reputable auto shop.

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