How to Reset the Oil Life Indicator on a 2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Which Chevrolet Silverado 1500 model years does this cover?

These oil life reset specifications apply to every Chevrolet Silverado 1500 built from 2012 through 2013 — the GMT900 (2nd generation), full-size half-ton pickup (regular, extended, crew cab). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

• 2012Carryover year; Silverado Hybrid (6.0L two-mode, LZ1) still available in limited numbers
• 2013Final GMT900 year. Max trailering ~10,700 lb with 6.2L and tow package; most 5.3L configs rate 9,100–10,400 lb

How do you reset the oil life on a 2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

4 steps, using only the controls in the car, the full sequence is above.

Do you need a scan tool to reset the oil light on a 2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

No. The procedure above uses the vehicle's own controls. A scan tool is only necessary if the reset does not take, which usually points at a different fault.

Why won't the oil light reset on a 2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

Almost always a timing problem in the sequence, a step held too briefly, or the ignition in the wrong position. Repeat it exactly, with the engine off and the key in accessory rather than run, unless the steps say otherwise. You can also reset through the Driver Information Center: display 'Oil Life', then press and hold the SET/RESET stalk button until it shows 100%.