Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles

How to Reset the Engine Oil Change Message on the Ford Escape Mk2

Model: Ford Escape MK 2 - Years 2008-2012
Part: Warning light – error code

This guide shows how to reset the oil change light on the Ford Escape Mk2. This procedure can be performed with the engine running. To complete the procedure, operate the buttons on the left side of the steering wheel, at the bottom of the dashboard. Press the "INFO" button or the "SETUP" button until the next instruction appears. You will need to press the "RESET" button to complete the reset of the light. At this point, by pressing the "SETUP" button and then "RESET", you can reset the engine oil life to 100%. Turn off the instrument cluster and then turn it back on to check that the operation has been completed correctly.

Updated on 8 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

Video tutorial

Related tutorials

Ford Escape (2008-2012 / MK 2) In this video tutorial, you can see how to reset the engine oil change light or maintenance light on a Ford Escape by following a few simple steps th…
Ford Escape (2013-2019 / MK 3) To reset the Oil Change light on a Ford Escape, enter the cabin and press the accelerator and brake pedals simultaneously. While holding these pedals…
Ford Escape (2013-2019 / MK 3) This video shows how to reset the oil change light on a 2013 Ford Escape if the light remains on after an oil change. To reset the light, get in the …

Other guides you may be interested in

How to Check the Oil Level on a Jeep Renegade?

To check the oil level on a Jeep Renegade, you need to open the bonnet to access the components inside the engine bay: on the lower left side of the engine block, you will find the dipstick for checking the level. This should be pulled out and thoroughly cleaned with a cloth: once cleaned, reinsert it back into its tube and pull it out immediately after. This way, you can check that the oil mark is between the minimum and maximum levels; finally, you can place the dipstick back in its tube.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos