How to Reset the Oil Change Light on a Fiat 500

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Fiat 500 instrument cluster showing the oil change warning

Got an oil change, but the shop didn’t reset the light? On a Fiat 500 you can do it yourself in about 10 seconds, no tools needed.

Here’s the exact pedal trick I used in my Fiat 500.

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Quick specs (from the video)
TimeAbout 10 seconds
ToolsNone
Key positionAccessory power on, engine NOT running
MethodPress the accelerator to the floor 3 times, quickly
👍 Pros
  • No tools or scan tool
  • Takes seconds
  • Saves a trip back to the shop
👎 Cons
  • Don’t start the engine during the reset
  • The presses need to be in fairly rapid succession

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Why is my Fiat 500 oil light still on?

I went to Jiffy Lube when my oil change light came on, and after pulling out I realized they hadn’t reset it. The good news is you can do it yourself.

Fiat 500 dashboard showing the oil change needed warning
The oil change warning on the dash.

How to reset the oil change light

  1. Put the key in and turn it to accessory power on. Don’t start the car.
  2. You’ll see the oil change acknowledgement on the screen.
  3. Press the accelerator pedal to the floor 3 times in fairly rapid succession.
  4. The light goes out. Turn the car off.

Check that it worked

Start the car normally. The little service triangle and the oil change warning should be gone. That’s all it takes.

Fiat 500 cluster after the reset with no service warning
After the reset, the warning is gone.

FAQ

Do I need to start the engine to reset the Fiat 500 oil light?

No. Turn the key to accessory power only.

How many times do I press the gas pedal?

Three times, to the floor, in fairly rapid succession.

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