How do I reset "Change Oil" Indicator???

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Oct 10, 2003 | 09:22 PM

Jake72

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How do I reset "Change Oil" Indicator???

I know this is probably a common question, but since I am new to the C4 world, I have to ask! :) The "Change Oil" light came on tonight in my "new" '96 LT1. Can anyone tell me how to reset this indicator?

Thanks for your help!
Jake

Oct 10, 2003 | 10:25 PM

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Re: How do I reset "Change Oil" Indicator??? (Jake72)

Try this Jake...http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/kb/question.php?qstId=193

Oct 10, 2003 | 10:42 PM

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Re: How do I reset "Change Oil" Indicator??? (Jake72)

It should say in youre owners manual

Oct 10, 2003 | 11:02 PM

mike.burke

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Re: How do I reset "Change Oil" Indicator??? (bstirn)

It is in the owners manual, if you do not have one I will email you the instructions.

Oct 11, 2003 | 01:36 AM

Jake72

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Re: How do I reset "Change Oil" Indicator??? (mike.burke)

Thanks for the help! I got it reset.

I have a followup question: Does anyone trust the computer to tell you when it's time for an oil change? From what I read, apparently the computer is monitoring engine RPMs and oil temperature to determine oil life. Is this at all accurate or does the light just come on randomly to confuse new guys like me?

Thanks!
Jake

Oct 11, 2003 | 08:32 PM

bstirn

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Re: How do I reset "Change Oil" Indicator??? (Jake72)

I change my oil every 33000 and then at 66000 and then at 10000 and so on regardless of the light Its an easy way for me to remember when to change it

Oct 12, 2003 | 12:34 AM

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Re: How do I reset "Change Oil" Indicator??? (Jake72)

I change my oil every 3,000 miles, I don't rely on the computer.

And Jake, next time your cruze the hills arround the Nashville count your lucky stars. I lived in Brentwood and the back road twisties down arround Leapers Fork are great! Nothing close to that here in Dallas.

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