Express 3500 V8-6.6L DSL Turbo (2008)
Oil Change Reminder Lamp: Service and Repair
ENGINE OIL LIFE SYSTEM
WHEN TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine timing, engine load, and
engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an engine oil change will be indicated can vary
considerably. For the oil life system to work properly, you must reset the system every time the oil is changed.
When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is necessary. A "change engine oil" light will come
on. Change your oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the oil
life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year. However, your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year
and at this time the system must be reset. It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level.
If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life
system whenever the oil is changed.
HOW TO RESET THE ENGINE OIL LIFE SYSTEM
The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime your oil is changed, reset the system so
it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where you change your oil prior to a "CHANGE ENGINE OIL" message
(pickup models) or a change engine oil light (van models) being turned on, reset the system.
To reset the Engine Oil Life System, do the following:
1. Turn the ignition key to "ON/RUN" with the engine off.
2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal slowly three times within five seconds.
3. Turn the key to "LOCK/OFF".
If the message or light comes back on when you start your vehicle, the engine oil life system has not reset. Repeat the procedure.
WHAT TO DO WITH USED OIL
Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for
very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used
engine oil. See the manufacturer's warning about the use and disposal of oil products.
Used oil can be a threat to the environment. If you change your own oil, be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal. Never dispose of oil
by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place that collects
used oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station, or a local recycling center for help.
