How to Reset the Oil Life on a Chevrolet Aveo

Steps from the 2011 Chevrolet Aveo owner's manual.

Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off.
Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds.
Turn the key to LOCK/OFF.

Reset the system every time the engine oil is changed.
If the change engine oil light comes back on when the vehicle is started, the reset failed; repeat the procedure.

Source: 2011 Chevrolet Aveo owner's manual, PDF page 215. Steps are summarized in our own words (AI-assisted, checked against the cited pages 2026-10-18). Other model years can differ; your manual has the final word.

Confirm with your own manual, dipstick or door-jamb label.
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