Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 01

NOTE: This procedure is for models with Electronic Type Mileage Counter.

A mileage counter activates the service reminder indicator between 12, 000 and 30, 000 mile intervals, depending on whether mechanical or electronic type is used. On 1987 Dakota models, mileage counter in the odometer will illuminate reminder light at 52, 500, 82, 500 and 105, 000 miles.

The electronic type uses a 9-volt battery which supplies power to the electronic counter, preventing memory loss when vehicle battery is disconnected.

NOTE: Vehicle battery must be connected during resetting procedure to prevent power loss to memory.

To reset electronic type, locate Green, Red, White or Tan plastic case behind instrument panel in lower left cluster area. Slide case from bracket and open cover. Remove 9-volt battery, and insert a small rod or screwdriver into hole in switch, closing contacts. Replace battery with a new 9-volt alkaline type. Close case. Slide case back into bracket. See Fig 1.

NOTE: Some models use a non-resettable mileage counter. Replace it with a resettable type.

Fig 1: Chrysler Electronic Type Reset Switch

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