Yes. You can clear the maintenance reminder on a 2020 Camry by resetting the maintenance reminder in the instrument cluster using the Trip/Reset control. After performing the reset, the MAINT REQD light should go off.
The Maintenance Minder system in the Camry tracks service intervals automatically. The MAINT REQD light is not a fault indicator; it signals that routine maintenance is due or has been completed and the cycle needs to be reset. The exact reset steps can vary slightly by trim and display configuration, so the following common methods will cover most 2020 Camry models. If in doubt, consult the owner’s manual for model-specific instructions.
What the Maintenance Required Light Means
The MAINT REQD indicator on the Camry indicates that routine service is due according to Toyota's Maintenance Minder schedule. It does not mean there is a mechanical fault. Servicing items typically include oil and filter changes, tire rotation, brake inspection, and fluid checks. Resetting the reminder is only appropriate after service has been performed or when you want to reset the cycle for a new interval.
Resetting the MAINT REQD Light on a 2020 Camry
Use the following methods. If the first method does not work on your exact configuration, try the alternative approach described after it.
- Turn the ignition to ON with the engine OFF (do not start the engine).
- Display the odometer by repeatedly pressing the Trip/Reset button until you see ODO on the instrument cluster.
- Press and hold the Trip/Reset button for about 5 seconds, or until the MAINT REQD indicator blinks or resets to 000000.
- Release the button, turn the ignition OFF, then start the engine to verify that the light is off.
Concluding note for this method: If the light resets but reappears after a drive, it may mean maintenance is still due or there is a fault in the reminder system. In that case, schedule service or have the reset checked by a dealer.
Alternative Reset Method (if the first method doesn’t work)
If the standard method above doesn’t clear the light, try this alternative procedure, which works on some Camry configurations.
- Turn the ignition to ON (engine off).
- Make sure the odometer is displayed (ODD or TRIP mode).
- Turn the ignition OFF while continuing to hold the Trip/Reset button.
- While still holding the button, turn the ignition to ON again and keep holding for about 5 seconds until the display confirms reset.
- Release the button and start the engine to verify that the MAINT REQD light is off.
Note: Some Camry trims with digital displays may require a slightly different sequence. If neither method clears the light, consult the owner’s manual or contact a Toyota dealer for model-specific steps.
Troubleshooting tips if the reset doesn’t work
If the MAINT REQD light persists after reset attempts, it could indicate that maintenance is overdue, a service item in the Minder system has not been reset, or there is a fault in the system. In such cases, schedule service with a Toyota technician and have the system checked to ensure the next maintenance date and items are accurate.
Why Resetting Matters
Summary
To clear the maintenance reminder on a 2020 Camry, use the instrument cluster’s Trip/Reset control while the ignition is ON (engine off): display the odometer, hold the reset button for about 5 seconds until the light resets, then turn the ignition OFF and start the engine to verify. If the light returns, or if reset attempts fail, consult a Toyota service professional to confirm maintenance status and reset the Minder system properly.