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Question posted by steve1830 on August 24th, 2012

Reset Oil Light After Changing Oil

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Answer #1: Posted by roadrunnertim on August 25th, 2012 9:25 PM
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Turn the key to the "on" position, but don't start the car. Press the gas pedal three times in a row. You will hear a ding or some other sound to tell you the oil light has been reset.

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Owner's Manual - Page 6

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Owner's Manual - Page 108

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Owner's Manual - Page 137

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Owner's Manual - Page 141

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Owner's Manual - Page 142

... it to the proper level. See Engine Oil on your dipstick and bring it serviced. To reset the CHANGE OIL light, see Engine oil On page 5- 15. 3-35 Check the oil level on page 5-15. A false LOW OIL light may be checked. If the light doesn't come on, have the oil changed. If the CHANGE OIL light comes on and stays on after starting your...
Owner's Manual - Page 224

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Owner's Manual - Page 238

... time you need to get fuel. Engine Oil If the LOW OIL light appears on the instrument cluster, it means you get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. this is an added reminder. 2.2L L4 ECOTEC Engine 5-15 LOW Ole 3400 V6 ...
Owner's Manual - Page 241

... use has the starburst symbol on the front of Engine Oil to perform the engine oil change service yourself, be sure the oil you , be identified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). If you choose to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified...
Owner's Manual - Page 242

... is ever reset accidentally, you must change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last oil change. You should look for good performance and engine protection. 5-19 If you cannot find such SAE 5W-30 oils, you will come on mileage. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on . A CHANGE OIL light will...
Owner's Manual - Page 243

... the trash, pouring it can be reset. Used oil can calculate when the next oil change is required. Never dispose of oil by taking it has a unique oil filter element. When the CHANGE OIL light starts to a CHANGE OIL light being turned on page 5-81. How to Reset the Change Oil Light The GM Oil Life SystemTMcalculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on the ground...
Owner's Manual - Page 245

...If you have your fluid level checked by your dealer or service center when you use your oil changed . Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle ... fluid to use. Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON@-Ill is the only reason for your oil changed . If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to the dealership service department and have your automatic ...
Owner's Manual - Page 263

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Owner's Manual - Page 290

...The wheel could fall off . 1 Never use a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to,to use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If ..-.. Install the compact spare tire. Put the wheel nuts back on the ... or on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. In an emergency, you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to which it is held against the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 316

... services shown at 150,000 miles (240 QQO km) should be repeated after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle. A CHANGE OIL light will be reset. However, your brakes is necessary for the life of this vehicle. Footnotes The U.S. We, however, urge that an...
Owner's Manual - Page 317

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Owner's Manual - Page 343

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Owner's Manual - Page 344

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Owner's Manual - Page 346

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Owner's Manual - Page 348

... ...3-64 Piaying a Compact Disc ...3-41, 3-53, 3-00 Playing the Radio ...3-39, 3-45, 3-56 ~ NewVehicle Break-in ...2-18 NormalMaintenance Replacement Parts ...5-88 0 Odometer ...Off-Road Recovery ...Oil Change Engine Oil Light ...Engine ...Low Oil Level Light ...nw--...-- Scheduled Maintenance Services ...6-4 Part B . c q n t e n U I L I : - I ...6-15 Part E -
Owner's Manual - Page 353

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