OIL RESET SERVICE

Oil service indicator reset is important!

Modern vehicles require oil change reminders and service intervals to be reset correctly through the vehicle’s electronics — not just through dashboard buttons. Our Oil Reset Service ensures that your car’s maintenance schedule, service history, and engine life monitoring remain accurate and up to date.

This service is performed using manufacturer-level diagnostic equipment, ensuring all relevant modules receive the correct reset signals.

Why an oil reset is important

After every oil change, the engine control unit (ECU) and instrument cluster still store:

• Old service interval counts
• Old oil degradation values
• Old mileage thresholds
• Old date-based service reminders

If these values are not reset properly, the vehicle may:

• Continue showing service warnings
• Miscalculate the next service interval
• Trigger early maintenance alerts
• Store incorrect service history
• Run in a protective mode depending on the model

A proper oil reset ensures the vehicle knows the oil is new — which is essential for engine protection and correct maintenance planning.

Why you should not skip it

Driving without resetting the oil service can cause:

• Confusing or incorrect maintenance reminders
• Shortened service intervals that cost more money
• “Service overdue” warnings even after fresh oil
• Misleading data for future diagnosis or resale
• In some models, reduced engine performance
• Incorrect adaptation values for oil quality

Resetting the service interval is a critical final step after an oil change — not an optional one.

How often should you reset it?

An oil reset must be performed:

• Every time oil and filter are changed
• Every time the service interval expires
• Whenever a workshop performs maintenance, but fails to complete the digital reset
• After long-term storage or battery replacement (some models lose data)
• When buying a used vehicle with unknown service history

If you recently purchased a vehicle and the dashboard shows Service Due or Oil Service Required, an inspection + reset is recommended.

What our Oil Reset Service includes

• Full oil & service interval reset through factory-level diagnostics
• Clearing of outdated oil quality values
• Updating vehicle service counters
• Resetting time- and mileage-based reminders

Verification of successful communication in relevant modules:

• ECU
• Instrument cluster
• Service interval module
• CBS system (for BMW/MINI)
• Guidance on correct future service interval
  

We ensure all modules receive the correct reset — not just the dashboard.

Why choose a professional oil reset instead of DIY?

Many modern cars require diagnostic tools because:

• Steering wheel button resets do not work when certain conditions are not met
• Some models require multi-module confirmation (BMW, Mercedes, VAG, Toyota hybrid)
• The reset must match the oil quality specification
• Incorrect resets may trigger warnings later
• Vehicles store digital evidence of service intervals

With professional tools, we ensure:

• All modules update correctly
• Oil quality parameter matches the correct standard
• Next service interval is calculated correctly
• Your vehicle’s digital service record remains accurate

This is especially important when buying or selling a car.

Signs your vehicle needs an oil reset

• “Service Due” message
• “Oil Change Required”
• “Inspection Required”
• “Service Now” / “Maintenance Required”
• Vehicle was serviced but reminder did not disappear
• You performed oil change yourself
• Digital service history is missing the last entry

If in doubt — we can check it for you.

Additional benefits you receive

• Professional report and explanation
• Quick service, often same day
• No unnecessary fees
• Option to combine with full diagnostics or inspection
• Expert advice on correct oil type and interval
• Available daily 09:00–21:00 in the Kellokoski region

Need help before ordering?

If you’re unsure whether your car needs an oil reset, or if the service message doesn’t disappear after changing oil, contact us directly — we will guide you and help you choose the right service.