Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC19846000 STEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)GENERAL INFORMATIONMAINTENANCE REMINDER LIGHT (RESET PROCEDURES)ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT REMINDERENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT REMINDER RESET - PROCEDURE 18VEHICLES WITH DIC (& STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS)
1984 Pontiac 6000 STE
Vehicles with DIC (& Steering Wheel Controls)
1984 Pontiac 6000 STESECTION Vehicles with DIC (& Steering Wheel Controls)
- Using the DIC controls on the right side of the steering wheel (see Fig 1), display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the driver information center (DIC).
- Press SEL or SET/CLR (check mark icon on some systems) on the DIC controls and hold down for a few seconds to clear the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message and reset the oil life at 100%.NOTE: Be careful not to reset the oil life display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change.
NOTE:
If the CHANGE OIL message comes back on when the vehicle is started, the engine oil life system has not been reset. Repeat the procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.