Reset Procedure

1983 Chevrolet Cutaway P30, 6.2 J, StandardSECTION Reset Procedure
  1. Turn ignition switch to RUN position, with engine off.
  2. Press the TRIP (on some models SELECT or SET/RESET) button, located on the DIC, until the OIL LIFE display appears. Message will display percentage of oil life remaining.
    NOTE: On models without DIC buttons, use the TRIP/ODOMETER reset stem.
  3. Press and hold SET/RESET button (on some models, the check-symbol button) on DIC for at least 5 seconds. The message will change to indicate that the Oil Life has been reset. On some models, 3 chimes will also sound.
  4. Turn ignition off.
  5. Turn the key to OFF. If the light or message comes back on when you start your vehicle, the oil life system has not reset. Repeat the procedure.
NOTE: On some models, if oil life system does not reset, try turning ignition OFF after displaying oil life message. Then press and hold reset button.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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