Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

How to Reset the Oil Light on a Dodge Ram 3500

Model: RAM 3500 DS, MK 4, DJ - Years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Service warning light

See other generations:
Video tutorial

In this short tutorial today, you will see how to reset the oil light on a 2012 Dodge Ram 3500. This operation is really easy; you can do it yourself at home, avoiding spending money at a shop. To reset the oil light, start by turning on the instrument cluster without starting the engine.

Now, press the accelerator pedal three times slowly and fully within ten seconds. Now you can turn off the truck and restart it to verify that the reset was successful.


Updated on 1 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

How to Reset the Oil Light on a Dodge RAM 3500
How to Reset the Oil Light on a Dodge RAM 3500
RAM 3500 (2009-2019 / DS, MK 4, DJ) This mini guide will be very useful for you to easily and independently reset the engine oil change warning light in your Dodge RAM 3500. The first t…
How to Change Engine Oil on a 1997 Dodge Ram 3500
How to Change Engine Oil on a 1997 Dodge Ram 3500
RAM 3500 (1993-2002 / BR, BE, MK 2) In today's video, you will learn the instructions to perform routine maintenance by changing the engine oil and oil filter on a 1997 Dodge Ram 3500 D…
How to Reset the Oil Change Light in the Dodge Ram 3500
How to Reset the Oil Change Light in the Dodge Ram 3500
RAM 3500 (2009-2019 / DS, MK 4, DJ) In the following video, you will see how to reset the oil change light in the 2017 Dodge Ram 3500. This procedure can also be repeated for earlier mo…

Other guides you may be interested in

How to Reset the AdBlue Warning Light on a Peugeot Boxer

To reset the AdBlue system on a 2018 Peugeot Boxer, follow these steps: Start the engine and ensure the vehicle is parked in a well-ventilated area. Locate the "MENU" button on the dashboard or steering wheel controls. Press and hold the "MENU" button until the menu options appear on the display. Use the arrow buttons or scroll wheel to access the "Vehicle Settings" or "Settings" menu. Select the "AdBlue" or "AdBlue System" option. Look for the "Recharge" or "Reset" option in the AdBlue menu. Once you find the reset option, select it and confirm your choice when prompted. The system will be reset, and a confirmation message may appear on the display. Turn off the engine and wait a few seconds. Restart the engine and check that the AdBlue system has been reset.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos