I just replaced the spark plugs (94 Integra) and noticed some carbon residue in wire 1 at the spark plug connection. I did my best to remove the most I could and reconnected all four wires to the spark plugs. In driving the car at cruising speed, I experience some jolting especially when pressing the gas pedal.

Does this mean that there is no current going to spark plug at cylinder 1 and thus no firing?

Could this be corrected by putting vaseline on the spark plug - wire contacts instead of igniter paste?

 

Probably a bad plug wire, are they the originals? If so, they are too old and tired(Increased resistance). The spark looks for the easiest way to go, it found a way to go that it should not take, but even if you clean off the carbon, it will try to take the short cut. I would get new plug wires and use the spark plug goo, I would not use vaseline. Don't forget the anti-sieze on the threads. I got aftermarket wires, but the OEM ones are at least as good.

 

To answer the original question...
If you have a 2004 Honda Accord, you can reset the MAINT REQD light by
1. Turn off car engine
2. Hold down the console knob used to view the trip odometer/outside temp
3. Turn the key to the ON position without actually starting the engine
4. Wait approx 10 seconds until the light goes out.

 

I had the same problem as you with the jolting during acceleration. Are you throwing misfire codes? (71-74 I believe). I would check out the plugs and see if there is a lot of deposit on those before changing the wires. I swapped mine out and the problem went away and my mileage went up about 10%. Its cheaper than swapping out the wires. Yes, don't forget antiseize since we have an aluminum head.