OBD Guide

P1619

Engine Oil Life Monitor Reset Circuit

Severity
Low
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$6–33 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Oil change indicator does not reset
  • Incorrect mileage readings before oil change
  • No oil change reminders

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in reset circuit
  • Indicator reset button malfunction
  • Problems with wiring or connectors
  • ECU software error
  • Malfunction of the oil resource indicator itself

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring and connectors in the circuit
  2. Check the functionality of the reset button
  3. Reset the error with an OBD-II scanner and check if it returns
  4. If necessary, replace the reset button or related circuit components.
  5. Update the ECU firmware if appropriate service bulletins are available

Related codes

Error P1619 by Vehicle Brand