Q: How do I view the engine oil life?
How do I view the engine oil life?
The engine oil life is a feature that shows you how much life is left in your current batch of engine oil. To view the engine oil life, press the SER/Reset button until the information display shows the engine oil life on the instrument panel. When the information display shows the engine oil life, it will also display the Maintenance Minder.
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