Check Engine Light Question - Toyota Yaris Forums

falkor_99 · 07-16-2007, 04:48 AM

So my check engine light came on, check the milage and figured it was time to change the oil. So I did and now the check engine light still blinks 6 or 7 times before turning off. Just wondering if anyone knows that means? Thanks

Nigal · 07-16-2007, 05:40 AM

Is it when you first start the car? I've always heard that 9 times out of 10 when the light comes on it's a problem with the gas cap not being tight.

Violin · 07-16-2007, 06:21 AM

You have to reset the light after you change the oil. Its not automatic.

slvryaris · 07-16-2007, 08:10 AM

Is it a check engine light or does it say main req? The sedans have a maintenance required light that comes on, but I am not for sure about the hatch. Might wanna check with some hatch owners. It might be a real check engine light and something might be wrong.

Thotprawsis · 07-16-2007, 04:45 PM

If it's the service light, try this:
Push and hold the odometer reset button
Turn the key to the “on” position
The service light should start out solid, start blinking for a couple of seconds, go solid again for about one second and then go out.
Then turn the ignition off
This should reset the service light. According to a thread on toyotanation.
I hope this helps

Thotprawsis · 07-16-2007, 04:47 PM

Even better yet. Stop by the dealership, to be on the safe side!

slvryaris · 07-16-2007, 05:21 PM

It is in the manual for how to reset the maintenance required light, but make sure its not a check engine light.

falkor_99 · 07-16-2007, 11:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thotprawsis

If it's the service light, try this:
Push and hold the odometer reset button
Turn the key to the “on” position
The service light should start out solid, start blinking for a couple of seconds, go solid again for about one second and then go out.
Then turn the ignition off
This should reset the service light. According to a thread on toyotanation.
I hope this helps

You totally rock man....did exactly what you did and its as good as new.....thank you sooo much dude

r300f28 · 07-22-2007, 07:12 AM

Just did my first oil change yesterday on my 07 Yaris sedan.
Amsoil SAE 5-30 and Amsoil filter. Did not have to reset anything, no blinking lights, NADA. Have started the car several times since. Was aware of the problem of the reset after an oil change & had the information on how to do the reset. Turns out didn't have to do anything

gonzo452001 · 07-22-2007, 08:06 AM

It doesn't come on until 5000miles I always reset mine when I change the oil that way I know when it comes on I need to change my oil

slvryaris · 07-22-2007, 10:10 AM

It is programmed for 5,000 miles after it is reset. If its not coming on then you need to take it back to the dealer, but I believe that every one of them has a main. req. light.

Quote:

Originally Posted by r300f28

Just did my first oil change yesterday on my 07 Yaris sedan.
Amsoil SAE 5-30 and Amsoil filter. Did not have to reset anything, no blinking lights, NADA. Have started the car several times since. Was aware of the problem of the reset after an oil change & had the information on how to do the reset. Turns out didn't have to do anything

swng · 07-22-2007, 05:15 PM

I have just come across a useful article on this subject:
http://www.extragasmileage.com/is-yo...ve-to/#more-85

07-16-2007, 04:48 AM	#1
falkor_99 Drives: 07 Yaris Blue HB Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: OC Posts: 234	Check Engine Light Question So my check engine light came on, check the milage and figured it was time to change the oil. So I did and now the check engine light still blinks 6 or 7 times before turning off. Just wondering if anyone knows that means? Thanks

07-16-2007, 05:40 AM	#2
Nigal Drives: 2007 Yaris S Join Date: May 2007 Location: Piqua, Ohio Posts: 302	Is it when you first start the car? I've always heard that 9 times out of 10 when the light comes on it's a problem with the gas cap not being tight. __________________ ********************************* "Emancipate yourselves from mental slavery; None but ourselves can free our minds."

07-22-2007, 08:06 AM	#10
gonzo452001 Drives: 3-door liftback blazing blue Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: French Lick,IN Posts: 185	It doesn't come on until 5000miles I always reset mine when I change the oil that way I know when it comes on I need to change my oil __________________ 07 yaris LB 5-speed blazing Blue 07 yaris LB Auto Bayou Blue rostra cruise control oem style foglights 96tacoma 4x4 xcab I4auto Weathertech vent visors Scan GaugeII

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
engine question... (2ZR-FE and 2ZZ-GE)	Avia	General Yaris / Vitz Discussion	5	12-24-2010 08:16 AM
Check engine light	Geelmeel	DIY / Maintenance / Service	7	11-28-2009 11:32 PM
Check engine light flashes during high reving	AlphaFox	DIY / Maintenance / Service	40	08-21-2007 01:43 PM
Engine Question?	N.Y.YARIS	Performance Modifications	8	04-03-2007 10:08 PM
Check Engine "Injector failure Code"	YarisPR	DIY / Maintenance / Service	14	03-04-2007 08:13 PM

07-16-2007, 06:21 AM	#3
Violin View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris LB Auto Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,592	You have to reset the light after you change the oil. Its not automatic.

07-16-2007, 08:10 AM	#4
slvryaris View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris Sedan S Join Date: May 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 885	Is it a check engine light or does it say main req? The sedans have a maintenance required light that comes on, but I am not for sure about the hatch. Might wanna check with some hatch owners. It might be a real check engine light and something might be wrong.

07-16-2007, 04:45 PM	#5
Thotprawsis View User's Garage Drives: '07 Blazin' Blue LB Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 201	If it's the service light, try this: Push and hold the odometer reset button Turn the key to the “on” position The service light should start out solid, start blinking for a couple of seconds, go solid again for about one second and then go out. Then turn the ignition off This should reset the service light. According to a thread on toyotanation. I hope this helps

07-16-2007, 04:47 PM	#6
Thotprawsis View User's Garage Drives: '07 Blazin' Blue LB Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 201	Even better yet. Stop by the dealership, to be on the safe side!

07-16-2007, 05:21 PM	#7
slvryaris View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris Sedan S Join Date: May 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 885	It is in the manual for how to reset the maintenance required light, but make sure its not a check engine light.

07-22-2007, 07:12 AM	#9
r300f28 Drives: 2007 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Castaic Calif Posts: 17	Just did my first oil change yesterday on my 07 Yaris sedan. Amsoil SAE 5-30 and Amsoil filter. Did not have to reset anything, no blinking lights, NADA. Have started the car several times since. Was aware of the problem of the reset after an oil change & had the information on how to do the reset. Turns out didn't have to do anything

07-22-2007, 05:15 PM	#12
swng Drives: 06 3-dr auto RS Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: BC Posts: 1,051	I have just come across a useful article on this subject: http://www.extragasmileage.com/is-yo...ve-to/#more-85