Mini oil life light reset
To reset the oil life light on a Mini (Most current models): Turn the key to just before starting the engine (or press Start without pressing the brake, on keyless models). Press and hold the trip-odometer reset button until a 'Reset?' or similar message appears on the display. Release the button; the service interval clears.
Key takeaways
- Change the oil first - the light is only a reminder.
- 1 procedure listed for Mini, by model year or family.
- No special tool needed for the procedures below.
- If it does not work, confirm your exact year in the owner's manual.
Most current models
- Turn the key to just before starting the engine (or press Start without pressing the brake, on keyless models).
- Press and hold the trip-odometer reset button until a 'Reset?' or similar message appears on the display.
- Release the button; the service interval clears.
Sources: MINIF56.com - Reset Service Intervals, Mini of Escondido - Reset MINI Cooper oil service light - independent references, not the manufacturer.
Tools that help
These fit any car. A scanner with service-reset functions handles the makes that have no button procedure.
OBD-II scannerResets service lights on cars with no manual procedureShop Reminder stickersWrite the next due mileage so the light is a backup, not the planShop stickers
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