How do I reset my Honda service reminder?

If maintenance service is done by someone other than your dealer, reset the maintenance minder as follows: Press the Select/Reset knob until the engine oil life indicator is displayed. Press the Select/Reset knob for more than 10 seconds. The engine oil life indicator and the maintenance item code(s) will blink.

Can you drive a car with 0 Oil life?

You’re fine. Drive it until you hit your oil change interval and have the light reset. It is important not to wait to have your vehicle serviced, especially once the indicator reads 0% oil life. If you do wait and servicing is overdue, you risk severe damage to the engine which could leave you stranded or worse.

How far can I drive without oil?

Cars can generally go 5,000 to 7,500 miles before needing an oil change. Furthermore, if your vehicle uses synthetic oil, you can drive 10,000 or even 15,000 miles between oil changes.

What can happen if you don’t get an oil change?

Skipping an oil change leads to the vehicle’s oil thinning over time and catching a buildup of metal, dirt, and other particles. Over time the oil will become abrasive and wear down on vital engine parts. It is crucial to follow a maintenance schedule that fits both your vehicle needs and your driving style.

What happens if you go too long without oil change?

Go long enough without an oil change, and it could eventually cost you your car. Once motor oil becomes sludge, it no longer draws heat from the engine. The engine might overheat and either blow a gasket or seize up. If the heat doesn’t cause a gasket to blow, it will warp the parts in your engine.

Do you really need to change your oil every 6 months?

Some swear by the “every 3,000 miles or every 3 months” rule, but advances in engines and oil have made that guidance obsolete. Many automakers have oil-change intervals at 7,500 or even 10,000 miles and 6 or 12 months for time. Follow the manual and your car’s engine should stay well-lubricated and perform well.”