Chevrolet Colorado 2005 Oil Life Reset Guide

Chevrolet Colorado 2005 Oil Life Reset Guide

The Colorado seemed promising when it replaced the S-10 in 2003. Since then, a number of better competitors have come on the scene. The unrefined five-cylinder engine, which it shares with its GMC Canyon twin, lacks punch and doesn't offer a fuel-economy advantage over competing V6s. It had to work hard to make power in our tested crew cab. Handling is sound but unexceptional. The ride is unsettled and the body constantly quivers. The huge 48-foot turning circle makes parking a chore. Overall these GM trucks trail the current competition in just about all categories. Reliability has been above average, but the trucks score too low in testing to be recommended.

How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System 
The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change the engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Whenever the oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where you change the oil prior to a CHANGE OIL message being turned on, reset the system.

To reset the Engine Oil Life system: 

1. With the engine off, turn the ignition to ON/RUN.

2. Press and release the stem in the lower center of the instrument cluster until the OIL LIFE message is displayed.

3. Once the alternating OIL LIFE and RESET messages appear, press and hold the stem until several beeps sound. This confirms that the oil life system has been reset.

4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF.

If the CHANGE OIL message comes back on when you start your vehicle, the engine oil life system has not reset. Repeat the procedure