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How to Reset the Service Light on a Kia Ceed JD

Model: Kia Cee D JD, MK 2 - Years 2012-2018
Part: Service warning light

Let's see how to reset the service light on a Kia Ceed JD version: turn on the instrument cluster, and use the buttons with arrows on the steering wheel to navigate the dashboard menu. Select the "maintenance" screen, which shows the remaining kilometres/days before the next service. Once this entry is highlighted, press and hold the "ok" button on the steering wheel. After a moment, the display will show the message "reset?". At this point, release the button and then press it again briefly. You will see the values reset to the default settings, and the service light will turn off.

Posted on 15 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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