How to Reset “Maintenance Required” Dash Indicator Light in the s2000
Resetting the Maintenance Req’d indicator in the Honda s2000 is a very simple process:
1. Insert the key into the ignition, turn it all the way to position II (do not start the engine).
2. Turn the key back to the OFF position.
3. Press and hold the trip reset button on the dash.
4. (While still holding the trip reset button) Turn the key all the way to position II. In about 15 seconds, the Maint Req’d light will go out.
The indicator light automatically triggers every 7500 miles to remind you that you need to change oil and check all fluids. It is not an indication that anything is actually wrong with the car.
Bobby A :
Date: June 2, 2009 @ 6:14 pm
It is hard to put civil voice to how angry I am about that light, and much I think honda sucks for it. If they wanted to be helpful then put a maint reminder light. DO NOT TELL ME SOMETHING ON MY CAR HAS FAILED AND IT NOW NEEDS REPAIR. First time it came on I cancelled a trip becuase I thought my car actually needed repairs.
olga :
Date: July 13, 2009 @ 11:22 am
Here is some helpful info.
The following site is one that I always use. They have FREE instruction videos to reset your srs, airbag, maintenance required, brake and other lights. Instead of paying a dealer hourly you can find info for FREE without using a scanner. Another cool thing they have is new parts from the dealer with up to 40% discount. Check it out.
steve Kersten :
Date: January 20, 2010 @ 10:04 am
maybe you should know your car so when a light comes on you know what is required and if its serious or not…….. just a thought bobby
david :
Date: January 29, 2010 @ 4:00 pm
Yeah bobby, reading instruction manuals can help wirh these difficult probems.
thomas :
Date: June 10, 2010 @ 6:04 am
No only is the information easilyy available in the owner’s manual, but a quick google of “maintenance required light on honda”, would also enlightened you on the reason the light came on.