How to Reset Kia Soul Oil Change Reminder by Model Year
Last Updated on October 25, 2026 by Albert Duke
Reset the Kia Soul oil-change reminder only after the required oil and filter service has been completed. A service reminder is different from a low engine-oil warning. If the oil-level warning is on, check the oil level and follow the owner’s manual; do not simply reset a reminder.
Before You Reset the Reminder
- Park safely and complete the scheduled oil service.
- Confirm the correct oil level with the vehicle on level ground, following the owner’s manual.
- Use the procedure for your Soul’s exact model year and display. Menu names and steering-wheel controls vary.
Resetting the Service Interval
Older Souls may use the instrument-cluster Service Interval screen and a RESET or OK button. Many newer Kia displays use an Oil Change Reminder setting in the cluster User Settings or the infotainment Vehicle settings. Select the oil-change/service reminder and confirm Reset only after service.
If the Warning Does Not Clear
Check whether the message is a service reminder or an engine-oil warning. A persistent oil-pressure warning, low-oil warning, noise, or leak needs diagnosis before driving further. The reset does not repair an engine condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reset the oil light without changing the oil?
Do not reset an oil-change reminder before the required service. Resetting it early makes the maintenance record inaccurate.
Why is my Kia Soul oil warning still on?
It may be a low-oil or oil-pressure warning rather than a maintenance reminder. Stop safely and consult the owner’s manual or a qualified technician.
Use Kia’s owner resources for the procedure that matches your model year.
