2006 toyota highlander maintenance required light reset

Complete Instruction on how to reset the Oil Light & Service Maintenance Required Reminder on Toyota Highlander/Kluger(XU20, XU40, XU50, XU70, HYBRID, LE, LIMITED, SE, XLE) from year 2000-2001-2002-2003-2004-2005-2006-2007-2008-2009-2010-2011-2012-2013-2014-2015-2016-2017-2018-2019-2020.

2000-2007 Oil Light/Maint Reqd Reset Toyota Highlander

STEP 1

  • Turn the Ignition ON. Don’t start the Engine.

STEP 2

  • Press the ODO/TRIP BUTTON to display to ODO.
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STEP 3

  • Then Turn the IGNITION to OFF.

STEP 4

  • Press and hold ODO/TRIP BUTTON and turn ignition to the “RUN” position. Hold knob for at least 5 seconds until “000000” is displayed.

STEP 5

  • Then Turn the Ignition OFF. Then Turn the ENGINE ON to verify if the OIL LIGHT is reset.
  • If fail Repeat the Procedure.

2005-2006-2007 Maint Reqd Reset Toyota Highlander

STEP 1

  • Turn the Ignition ON. Don’t start the Engine.

STEP 2

  • Press the ODO/TRIP BUTTON to display to ODO.
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STEP 3

  • Then Turn the IGNITION to OFF.

STEP 4

  • Press and hold ODO/TRIP BUTTON and turn ignition to the “RUN” position. Hold knob for at least 5 seconds until “MAINT REQD RESET COMPLETED” is displayed.

STEP 5

  • Then Turn the Ignition OFF. Then Turn the ENGINE ON to verify if the MAINT REQD  is reset.
  • If fail Repeat the Procedure.

2008-2013 Highlander Maintenance Required Soon Reset

STEP 1

  • Turn the Ignition ON. Don’t start the Engine.

STEP 2

  • Press the ODO/TRIP BUTTON to display to TRIP A.
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STEP 3

  • Press and hold ODO/TRIP BUTTON and turn ignition to the “RUN” position. Hold knob for at least 5 seconds until “RESETTING MAINTENANCE DATA COMPLETED” is displayed.

STEP 4

  • Turn the Ignition OFF. Maintenance reset is complete.

2013-2020 Toyota Landcruiser Service Maintenance Required Reset

STEP 1

  •  Press The “ENGINE START STOP” Button twice.

STEP 2

  • Press The ODO/Trip Button To Display TRIP A.
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STEP 3

  • Turn The Power Off. /Ignition OFF.

STEP 4

  • While Holding The Odo/Trip Reset Button, Press The “ENGINE START STOP” Button Twice, Don’t Release The Odo/Trip Button, Until The RESETTING MAINTENANCE DATA  Is Complete.

STEP 5

  • Turn Ignition OFF. Service Maintenance Is Complete.

This tutorial will work for the following model

  • Toyota Highlander
  • Toyota Kluger

Thank you very much 🙂 -erwin

Last Updated on June 25, 2022 by Nick

Toyota Highlander or also known as the Kluger is a mid-size crossover SUV produced by Toyota. So today what we’re going to do is we’re going to reset the oil maintenance required light on this Toyota Highlander.

When engine oil needs to replace, the MAINT REQD message will appear on display. I just replaced the engine oil and what I need to do is reset the maintenance interval lights. Here are some instructions that don’t get wound up with; these instructions will show you step-by-step how to do this. So let’s go see together how this task is done.

Table of Contents

  • How To Reset Maintenance Required Light in Toyota Highlander
  • Resetting the Oil Light With Steering Button
  • How rugged is the Toyota Highlander?
  • Toyota Highlander’s Maintenance Schedule
  • FAQ – Toyota Highlander Maintenance Requires

How To Reset Maintenance Required Light in Toyota Highlander

Time needed: 3 minutes.

In this section, I’ll show you how to reset the maintenance-required light on Toyota Highlander with the Trip button. So let’s get started:

  1. Turn the key to the on position

    If your vehicle has an ignition button, press the START/STOP button two tomes without stepping on the brake pedal

  2. Make sure you are on the TRIP A display

    We need to get this to TRIP A, so you’ll press the ODO/TRIP button on the instrument cluster until you get that to TRIP A

    2006 toyota highlander maintenance required light reset

  3. Next, turn off your car

    Once that’s where you’ll turn the ignition off

  4. Hold down the ODO/TRIP button while turning on the ignition again

    After that, press and hold that same button that we were using while you turn the ignition to the on position again

  5. Continue to hold the ODO/TRIP button

    Keep hold down the button until it says resetting maintenance data and once that says complete you’re good to go

Resetting the Oil Light With Steering Button

For 2015 models and above, the Highlander is also equipped with a multi-information display. You can use this method as an alternative to the first method. So the first thing you’re going to do is:

  • First, turn on your car
  • Then scroll over to the right until you get to the ⚙️ (gear) symbol

2006 toyota highlander maintenance required light reset

  • After that, scroll down until you see Maintenance System or Schedule Maintenance
  • Next, press the center button to enter the menu
  • At this point, the system will ask you to “Reset Data?”
  • To confirm it select YES

For your info, this operation work for the second and third generations of the Toyota Highlander (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 model years). For the new model, you can reach it here.

How rugged is the Toyota Highlander?

Toyota is recognized for making long-lasting vehicles, and the Highlander is no exception. Even after covering 300K miles on their cars, many owners haven’t needed substantial repairs like an engine or transmission rebuild.

You must service your car at the proper intervals to reach this level. Older vehicles using conventional oil need to have their oil changed every 3,000 to 5,000 miles, whereas newer models using synthetic oil only need to change their oil every 7,500 to 10,000 miles or so. You should bring your car in for a tune-up every 12 to 18 months.

Toyota Highlander’s Maintenance Schedule

The Toyota Highlander’s maintenance plan is rather extensive, and you should follow it to avoid any issues with the car. As long as you follow up with the maintenance, your vehicle will last longer.

So you need to check all fluid levels, oil and filter replacement, tire rotation, brake lining/drum, and brake pad/disc inspection should be performed every 5,000 miles or six months. You should examine the ball joints, coolant, and transfer case oil every 15,000 miles or 18 months, whichever arrives first. The cabin and engine air filters should be replaced every 30,000 miles or 36 months.

FAQ – Toyota Highlander Maintenance Requires

Is there a timing chain or a belt on the Toyota Highlander?

Depending on the powertrain, the Toyota Highlander has gone through numerous variants. Timing chains and belts may be included in your vehicle’s standard equipment. The four-cylinder SUV’s timing chain was standard equipment from 2001 to 2007. The V6 model had a timing belt, but in 2008, the manufacturer changed all of the Highlander’s engine choices to a timing chain.

What brand of engine oil is recommended?

The engine must be lubricated using SAE 0W-20 oil. Mobil 1, Valvoline Advanced, Castrol Edge, Royal Purple, Pennzoil Platinum, and Quaker State are all excellent choices if you’re doing it yourself.

How much oil does a 2015 Highlander hold?

To keep engine components cooled and lubricated, engine oil is essential. The 4-cylinder engine (1AR-FE) in the Toyota Highlander requires 4.6 quarts. In comparison, the V6 engine (2GR-FKS) requires 5.8 quarts of oil.

So there you go. I hope you enjoyed this content, and if you find it helpful please share by having way more coming your way soon. Thanks for reading, and have a great day.

About The Author

Nick

Hi! Greetings, I'm Nick. I am an automotive technician and a vehicle enthusiast. I'm an expert in the field of engine oils and lubricants. After working at the dealer service station for more than a decade, I was happy to be the editor and author of the articles on automobiles.

What does maintenance required light mean on a 2006 Toyota Highlander?

Toyota Maintenance Required Light: This light comes on to remind you to change your oil. It comes on 5,000 miles after the last time it was reset.