Service Due Reminder

What it means

A reminder that scheduled maintenance is due based on the distance or time set by the manufacturer, such as an oil and filter change. It is not a fault, but ignoring it shortens engine life.

Symptoms3

• A wrench symbol or service message appears at startup.
• A countdown showing the distance left until service.
• The symbol stays lit after the due date has passed.

Possible causes3

• The set distance since the last service has been reached.
• The set time interval has passed even with low mileage.
• The reminder was not reset after the last service.

How to diagnose and fix4

1. Book a service and change the oil and filter and check fluids per the maintenance schedule.
2. Ask the technician to reset the service reminder when finished.
3. Many cars let you reset it from the instrument menu; check the owner manual.
4. In hot and dusty conditions, follow the severe service schedule.

Repair cost

In Saudi riyals; the highlighted part is the expected range for this fault.

An oil and filter change is usually in the lowest band, rising for major services that include extra parts.

Prices are rough estimates for common cars at independent workshops and vary with the car and the source of the part.

Frequently asked questions