In short, you reset routine indicator lights such as the Maintenance Minder (oil life) and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) through the car’s information display or by driving after tire work. This guide explains the standard steps for the 2018 Accord across common trims.
Understanding which lights you can reset
Honda’s maintenance reminders and tire sensors are designed to relearn after service or tire changes. Some warning lights, such as the Check Engine Light or ABS warning, require a diagnostic scan rather than a manual reset. The sections below cover the lights you can typically reset yourself.
Resetting the Maintenance Minder / Oil Life
Resetting the oil life indicator is a routine task after an oil change. Here are the typical steps for the 2018 Accord.
- Turn the ignition to ON (II) with the engine off.
- Use the steering wheel controls to access the Vehicle Information Display and navigate to Maintenance or Oil Life.
- Select Oil Life or Oil Life Reset.
- Press and hold the SEL/RESET button until the display shows 100% oil life, then release.
After the reset, the next service interval will be recalculated by the maintenance minder system. If you don’t see 100%, repeat the steps or consult the manual.
Resetting or calibrating the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
TPMS resets are required after changing or rotating tires or adjusting tire pressures. The 2018 Accord generally relearns automatically when tires are inflated to the recommended pressures and you drive at highway speeds. If your light remains on, try a manual calibration through the vehicle menus or a highway drive.
- Ensure all tires, including the spare if equipped with a sensor, are inflated to the recommended cold tire pressures printed on the door placard.
- Start the car and drive at a steady speed (around 50 mph/80 km/h or higher) for about 10 minutes to allow the system to relearn tire positions.
- If your model supports it, use the information display to navigate to Vehicle Settings > TPMS Calibration, then select Calibrate and follow prompts.
If the light persists after calibration or after driving, there may be a faulty sensor or another issue requiring service.
Other warning lights: what you can and cannot reset yourself
While maintenance and TPMS indicators are designed for driver resets, other warning lights should be handled with care. The Check Engine Light, ABS, VSA, or airbag lights typically indicate an underlying issue and may require diagnostic scans or professional service. If in doubt, contact a Honda technician or use an OBD-II scanner to retrieve codes.
When in doubt, consult the manual
Because trim levels and model updates can alter the exact menus and button names, refer to the 2018 Honda Accord owner's manual for your specific configuration if your screen prompts differ from these steps.
Summary
For most 2018 Accords, reset maintenance-related lights via the information display with the SEL/RESET control, and reset or calibrate the TPMS by ensuring proper tire pressures and either driving on the highway or using the vehicle's settings menu. Other warning lights generally require diagnostic tools or professional service rather than a homeowner reset.
If you’d like, I can tailor these steps to your exact trim level (LX, Sport, EX, EX-L, Touring) or walk you through resetting a specific light you’re seeing.
How do I reset the light on a Honda Accord?
Press and hold the Select/Reset button for 10 seconds. Look at the blinking Engine Oil Indicator light. Select the Reset mode by pressing the Info button on the steering wheel if your display reads “Engine Oil Life”.
How to reset Honda lights?
How to Reset Honda Check Engine Light
- Turn off the ignition.
- Locate the negative terminal.
- Loosen the nut on the negative terminal with a wrench.
- Reconnect the negative cable and tighten it back up with your wrench.
- This should reset the check engine light for your Honda car.
How do I turn off all lights on my 2018 Honda Accord?
Rotate the switches on the lever to operate the exterior lights. Push the lever forward to turn on the high beams. Return the lever to its original position for low beams. OFF: All exterior lights are off.
How do I reset the lights on a 2018 Honda Accord?
And then scroll up again until you see maintenance info. I have very services that I did on my vehicle. So I'm going to select reset items. And I am going to select all due items.