Every 38,000 km or every two years.
Warning lights to indicate when scheduled maintenance is due
All models described in this Manual are equipped with various types of warning lights located on the instrument panel, which automatically light up after the car has traveled a certain number of kilometers. These lights can only be switched off using a special tool that is inserted into the connector located in the engine compartment.
Although the tool for adjusting the SPTO warning lights can be purchased at the dealer service department, alternative tools can also be found at auto parts stores at a reasonable price. When purchasing such a tool, it is important to know the model and year of your car, as well as the number of contacts in the connector (15 or 20). Once you purchase the tool, all that remains is to insert it into the connector and, following the instructions of the tool manufacturer, adjust the warning light.
The brake pad wear indicator light will not reset automatically if the wear sensor (or its wiring) damaged due to wear of the pads: it should be repaired first.
Previously used 15-pin connector (indicated by the arrow) located at the front of the engine. The 20-pin connector used on later models is located in the left rear corner of the engine compartment.
To adjust the scheduled maintenance warning light, you can use a tool similar to the one shown in the photo by plugging it into the special socket.
The warning lights are controlled by the SPTO warning panel on the instrument panel, which is powered by rechargeable batteries. If these batteries fail, problems will be indicated on the warning panel. Signs of battery failure include failure of the warning lights to adjust and malfunction of the tachometer, temperature gauge and radio. In Chapter Steering You will find more complete information about the SPTO notification panel.