Q: Change engine oil soon
Hi the change engine oil soon light has poped up on me car can you tell me what needs to be done and is it ok to drive
My car has a manual transmission.
This change oil soon light is telling you it is time to get the oil and filter changed. Whoever changes the oil and filter for you will need to reset the light for you so you can start fresh until the next oil change is due. This light is just a reminder to get the oil changed. It will come on in a specified amount of miles.
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