--- title: "How to Reset Oil Life on a 2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler" description: "Reset the oil life or maintenance reminder on the 2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler in 4 steps, using only the controls already in the car. No scan tool needed." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/oil-reset" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # How to Reset the Oil Life Indicator on a 2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler Reset the oil life or maintenance reminder on the 2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler in 4 steps, using only the controls already in the car. No scan tool needed. ## Reset procedure, 2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler (High confidence) 1. Without pressing the brake pedal, turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine) 2. Using the steering-wheel arrow buttons, navigate the instrument cluster display to the "Oil Life" item under Vehicle Info 3. Press and hold the steering-wheel OK/select button until the display shows the reset confirmation 4. Confirm the reset when prompted, Oil Life resets to 100% Note: JL replaced the JK's accelerator-pedal trick with a cluster-menu reset. Works the same way across gas, diesel, and 4xe powertrains. ## Which Jeep Wrangler model years does this cover? These oil life reset specifications apply to every Jeep Wrangler built from 2018 through 2025, the JL (3rd generation), off-road suv, solid front/rear axle (2-door; 4-door unlimited). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. - [2018 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018) - [2019 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2019) - [2020 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2020) - [2021 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2021) - [2022 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2022) - [2023 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2023) - [2024 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2024) - [2025 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2025) ## What changed during the 2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler | Years | What changed | | --- | --- | | 2018 | JL launch; note that some dealers/titles carried over 'Wrangler JK' badging into 2018 for leftover previous-generation stock, a 2018-titled Wrangler may mechanically be a JK. Confirm by VIN/generation, not just model year. | | 2019 | eTorque mild hybrid introduced as an option on the 2.0L turbo | | 2020 | 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 added; eTorque became optional on the 3.6L V6 | | 2021 | 4xe plug-in hybrid and Rubicon 392 (6.4L V8) both launch | | 2022 | New High Tide and Beach special editions added; minor equipment shuffling across trims; 4xe becomes the only Wrangler variant offered in Europe | | 2023 | Air conditioning becomes standard on all trims; Uconnect 4 replaces Uconnect 3 with a 7-in touchscreen standard (up from 5-in); Rubicon 20th Anniversary special edition | | 2024 | eTorque dropped from the lineup entirely | | 2025 | 3.6L V6 automatic reportedly phased toward manual-only on some trims as Jeep leans further into the 2.0L turbo and 4xe; verify current-year trim/engine availability before ordering parts | ## 2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler oil life reset: common questions ### How do you reset the oil life on a 2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler? 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 2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler? 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 2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler? 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. JL replaced the JK's accelerator-pedal trick with a cluster-menu reset. Works the same way across gas, diesel, and 4xe powertrains. ## Sources - [NHTSA Part 573 Safety Recall Report 20V-124, clutch pressure plate](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2020/RCLRPT-20V124-8022.PDF) - [NHTSA Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-787, 4xe HV battery fire risk](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2023/RCLRPT-23V787-2073.PDF) - [The Drive, NHTSA opens investigation into 2018-2019 JL frame welds/steering](https://www.thedrive.com/news/29962/nhtsa-opens-investigation-on-2018-2019-jeep-wrangler-over-faulty-frame-welds) - [Go-Parts, 2019-2024 Jeep Wrangler steering damper guide, TSB 23-079-23](https://www.go-parts.com/garage/ps-2019-2024-jeep-wrangler-steering-damper) - [xtremediesel.com, 2020-2023 Wrangler 3.0 EcoDiesel oil spec (MS-12991, 5W-40, 9.0 qt)](https://www.xtremediesel.com/jeep-2020-wrangler-ecodiesel/fluids-filters/engine-oil) - [Victorville Motors / Fontana CDJR, Wrangler oil type & capacity by engine and year](https://www.victorvillemotors.com/service-department/service-tips/jeep-wrangler-oil-type/) - [Green Car Reports, 2021 Wrangler 4xe EPA electric range (22 mi) and MPGe (49)](https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1131650_2021-jeep-wrangler-4xe-plug-in-hybrid-rated-for-22-electric-miles) - [MotorTrend, 2021 Rubicon 392 EPA fuel economy (13/17/14 mpg)](https://www.motortrend.com/news/2021-jeep-wrangler-rubicon-392-fuel-economy-mpg) - [DrivingLine / MotorTrend, Xtreme Recon package factory 35-in tire spec (LT315/70R17)](https://www.drivingline.com/articles/37-s-and-no-lift-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-rubicon-392-xtreme-recon/) - [4 Wheel Parts, JL factory tire sizes by trim (Sport 245/75R17, Rubicon 285/70R17)](https://www.4wheelparts.com/articles/what-tires-fit-on-the-jeep-wrangler-jl) - [jlwranglerforums.com, JL cabin air filter part number and location](https://www.jlwranglerforums.com/forum/threads/cabin-air-filter-part-servicing.5432/) - [Edmunds, 2018 Jeep Wrangler specs (fuel tank, curb weight, EPA mpg)](https://www.edmunds.com/jeep/wrangler/2018/features-specs/) ## Other Jeep Wrangler generations - [2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler oil life reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/oil-reset) Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/oil-reset). ## More for the 2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/common-problems) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.