The computer system tracks the engine miles from the time it was reset and the light will trigger after 5 000 miles of driving.
Scion tc check engine light oil change.
The maintenance warning must be reset after performed the maintenance service or change the engine oil on your vehicle.
In my experience that has been the major cause of every check engine light ive ever had.
In some cases you need to pull over immediately to prevent damage while in others you merely need to tighten you gas cap next time you stop in order to reset the service engine soon light.
Check the interval for your vehicle mileage in the table above.
When engine oil needs to replace maintenance required light will appear on the display.
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The average price of a 2007 scion tc check engine light can vary depending on location.
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Follow the instructions below to reset the maint reqd light on your scion tc.
The average price of a 2013 scion tc oil change can vary depending on location.
In an oil change service one of our techs will change your tc s oil replace and recycle your used oil and filter check all of your other filters top off essential fluids and perform a free.
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How scion s maintenance required system works and what to expect.
After changing the car s oil reset the maintenance light.
It s simply a reminder to get your tc needs to be serviced.
The sole function of scion s maintenance required system is as a reminder for the driver to take their car in for an oil change.
Discussion starter 1 mar 24 2009.
As for the codes.
The light is no cause for alarm.
Outside of scion recommended oil change intervals your tc may need an oil change if your check engine light is on you hear engine knocking smell oil inside the vehicle or notice excess vehicle exhaust.
This oil helps lubricate engine parts maintain proper engine temperature and prevent the build up of harmful substances within the engine.
Ive even had dealerships and aftermarket shops tell me that the check engine light only turns on because of the oil.