PriceProtect™
DriveShield™
GarageGuard™
Services
Insurance
Car Insurance
Compare Car Insurance with Jerry
Jerry’s Expert Advice
Car Insurance Estimates
Home & Renters Insurance
Renters Insurance
Repairs
Car Repair Estimates
Repair Estimates for Popular Services
Advice
Read Car Content
Browse Jerry Car Advice
Check Out Expert Car QnA
Learn About How We Create Content
Jerry Data & Research
How do I reset the oil life on a 2012 Honda Accord?
I got an oil change a few days ago, but when I look at the oil life gauge on my instrument panel, it still reads 35%. How can I reset the oil life on my 2012 Honda Accord?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
An oil change is an integral part of
basic car maintenance
, so good job on getting that done! Your mechanic probably just forgot to reset the oil life light, but doing it yourself is a cinch.Follow these instructions to reset the oil life on a 2012 Honda Accord:
- Turn the key to the on position. Or if you have a push-button start, press the button twice.
- On your instrument cluster, find the trip button. Use it to select oil life.
- Press and hold the trip button for 10 seconds, or wait until the oil life indicator starts to flash.
- Release the button.
- Press and hold the trip button again for five seconds, or until oil life reads 100%.
Since you’re taking time to reset the oil life on your Accord, you may as well take the time to save some cash on your auto insurance with the
Jerry
app.As a licensed broker, Jerry helps you find and compare quotes from over 50 name-brand insurance companies in minutes. When you find a better rate, Jerry can help you buy your new coverage and even cancel your old policy.
View full answer
- Gregory R.
WHY YOU CAN TRUST JERRY
Jerry partners with more than 50 insurance companies, but our content is independently researched, written, and fact-checked by our team of editors and agents. We aren’t paid for reviews or other content.
Join 4M+ members in lowering their car insurance
You Might Also Be Interested
Read Advice From Car Experts At Jerry
What Others Are Asking
Browse More Content
Insurance in Your State
Easiest way to compare and buy car insurance
No long forms
No spam or unwanted phone calls
Quotes from top insurance companies