Suzuki Outboards: 20-hour & 100-hour Oil Reset Reminders
2025-08-02T05:59
Suzuki Outboards: 20-Hour & 100-Hour Oil Reset Reminder – What You Need to Know
Regular maintenance is the key to keeping your Suzuki outboard running strong for years to come. Whether you're a weekend boater or a serious angler, one of the most important service intervals for your engine is the 20-hour break-in service, followed by regular 100-hour maintenance. And if you've seen that blinking oil light on your Suzuki outboard, you're not alone – it's just your engine reminding you it’s time for service!
At Bud’s Marine, we want to make it easy for you to know what these reminders mean and how to reset them when your service is complete.
🛠️ What Is the 20-Hour and 100-Hour Oil Reminder?
Suzuki outboards are equipped with a maintenance reminder system that alerts you at key service intervals:
20-Hour Reminder: This is the initial break-in oil change.
100-Hour Reminder: This repeats every 100 hours and includes oil changes, filters, gearcase lube, and other routine checks.
When it's time, your oil indicator will blink or beep, depending on your model. This is a friendly reminder—not a signal of damage or failure.
🔧 How to Reset the Suzuki Outboard Oil Reminder
After your oil has been changed and the service is completed, the oil reminder light needs to be manually reset. Here’s a general guide on how it’s done (always refer to your model's service manual for exact steps):
For most Suzuki models:
Turn the key to the “ON” position but do not start the engine.
Pull the emergency stop switch lanyard out to disable the engine.
Pull the throttle to full throttle position and hold it.
Push in the emergency stop switch 3 times quickly (within 10 seconds).
The oil reminder should beep and reset.
If you're unsure or prefer assistance, our team at Bud’s Marine can handle this for you in minutes.
After that, 100-hour service keeps everything running at peak performance.
⚓ Trust Bud’s Marine with Your Suzuki Outboard Service
Our certified technicians are trained to handle all your Suzuki outboard needs, from break-in service to full seasonal maintenance. We’ll not only reset your oil reminder, but ensure your engine gets everything it needs for a long life on the water.
Need service or have questions?
Contact us or call us at 937-686-5555 to schedule your Suzuki outboard maintenance today.
