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Old 03-13-2007, 11:31 AM
khanh007 khanh007 is offline
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Default Re: Re-set maintenance computer

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Hello,
I have changed oil and filter for my hybrid. When I tried to follow the instruction listed on the owner's manual to re-set the maintenance computer, it did not work. Can anyone advise me how to get it work. Thanks.
Do you know if this "resetting" is only needed for the TCH or does it need to be done on the regular gas engine Camrys as well after an oil change?

The reason why I ask is because I bought a 2007 Camry SE the other day. The finance guy handling our papers tried pushing the extended service warranty (which I did not buy), and told my wife and I that since most cars are controlled electronically now....even oil changes need to be done by the dealer or else it would void our warranty. He said that oil changes require some sort of computer hooked up to the Camry to do some diagnostics or resetting.

I've been doing oil changes and the easier self-maintenance items that can be done at home since I began driving back in high school, so this came as quite a shock to me.

Was he just blowing smoke or was he correct?

I cannot see what would need to be reset on the gas engine camrys along with an engine oil change....

Anyone got ideas?

Thanks

Khanh
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