2015 Subaru Outback Oil Reset (2024)

FAQs

2015 Subaru Outback Oil Reset? ›

To reset the oil level warning or maintenance light in your 2015 subaru legacy vehicle, turn the ignition key to the "on" position and depress the gas pedal slowly three times. Release and start your vehicle and the oil light should indicate a reset.

To reset the oil level warning or maintenance light in your 2015 subaru legacy vehicle, turn the ignition key to the "on" position and depress the gas pedal slowly three times. Release and start your vehicle and the oil light should indicate a reset.

Most modern Subaru cars have a warning light that will illuminate on the dashboard when the oil needs changing. The light may say “Check Engine” or “Oil Change,” depending on the model of your car. If this light comes on, don't ignore it. Schedule an oil change as soon as possible to prevent engine damage.

First, turn your key to the “On” position (which is two turns of the key). Make sure to not start the engine. Completely press down the gas pedal three times within ten seconds, then turn off your vehicle. Start up the vehicle to check that your oil light has reset.

Press the button until you reach “Oil Life.” Push and hold the button until you've changed the percentage to 100. Press the button again, hold it, and cycle back to “Oil Life.” Hold the button until you see “Oil Change Required” then hold again when you see “Hold Reset.” After you hold, the reset should stick!

Oil pressure warning lamp

Indicates low or no engine oil pressure; stop your vehicle as soon as you can safely do so and immediately shut-off the engine. Have your vehicle towed to the closest Subaru dealership.

The check engine light on your 2015 Subaru Forester will usually shut itself off if the issue or code that caused it to turn on is fixed. For example, if the cause of your check engine light coming on was a loose gas cap, if it's tightened, the light will turn itself off.

Subaru recommends getting your 2022 Subaru Outback oil & filter changed each 3,000-5,000 miles for conventional oil. Synthetic oil normally should be changed each 7,500 - 10,000 miles. Keep in mind it's best to check your owner's manual and ask your dealer to find out the intervals that work best for your car.

If the oil level and condition are okay, the engine is running normally, but the oil light is still on, the likely culprit is a worn-out oil pressure sensor. In this case, you can safely drive, but you will want to get the car checked out and the sensor replaced by a qualified mechanic as soon as possible.

It Could Indicate Low Oil Level

You should check your oil level right away if the light is on. To do so, remove the dipstick, wipe it off with a cloth, reinsert it, and pull it out again. If the oil doesn't come up to the line, you may have found the cause of the engine warning light.

Do you have to reset oil life? ›

Every time you get your car's oil changed, it's important to reset the oil change indicator light on your dashboard. If you don't reset the indicator, you may find that your car will indicate that you need another oil change far sooner than it should.

The check engine light on your Subaru will usually shut itself off if the issue or code that caused it to turn on is fixed. For example, if the cause of your check engine light coming on was a loose gas cap, if it's tightened, the light will turn itself off.