How can the oil life indicator be reset on a 2020 Honda Accord?

Step 1: Turn on the Ignition

• Press the START/STOP button once to turn on the ignition without starting the engine. Ensure the car is in Park (P).

Step 2: Access the Information Display

• Use the controls on the steering wheel to navigate through the menu. Typically, you will use the ‘Home’ button or the ‘i’ button located on the left side of the steering wheel.
• Access the 'Maintenance' menu by scrolling through the options displayed on the dashboard.

Step 3: Select Oil Life

• Once inside the Maintenance menu, scroll to find the 'Oil Life' or 'Maintenance Minder' option. Select it by pressing the ‘Enter’ or ‘SEL/RESET’ button.

Step 4: Initiate Reset

• Press and hold the 'Enter' or 'SEL/RESET' button for a few seconds. The display will start blinking, indicating that the system is in reset mode.

Step 5: Confirm the Reset

• After the display starts blinking, release the button. Now press and hold the button again until the oil life indicator resets to 100%.

Step 6: Verify the Reset

• Release the button once more and exit the Maintenance menu. Turn off the ignition and then turn it back on to ensure the oil life indicator shows as 100%.

Additional Tips:

• Always refer to the vehicle's owner manual for any specific instructions related to your car model.
• If the oil life indicator does not reset, repeat the steps as the system might not have registered the reset the first time.
• It is recommended to reset the oil life indicator only after completing an oil change to keep track of the maintenance schedule accurately.