How to Reset the Oil Life Monitor; What to Do with Used Oil- Page 257

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How to Reset the Oil Life Monitor

After changing the engine oil, the system must be reset.
With the ignition key in RUN but the engine off, fully
push and release the accelerator pedal slowly three times
within five seconds. If the CHANGE OIL SOON light
flashes, the system is resetting. Turn the key to OFF,
then start the vehicle. If the CHANGE OIL SOON light
comes back on, the system has not reset. Repeat the
procedure. (If you have a driver information center, the
system may be reset by pressing the DIC RESET button
for five seconds while viewing the oil life display on the
DIC. See “Driver Information Center” in the Index.)

What to Do with Used Oil

Did you know that used engine oil contains certain
elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could
even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil stay on your skin
for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and
water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw
away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See
the manufacturer’s warnings about the use and disposal
of oil products.)

Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you
change your own oil, be sure to drain all free

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from the filter before disposal. Don’t ever dispose of oil
by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, into
sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead,
recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If
you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil,
ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling
center for help.