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How to Reset the Oil Warning Light on a Ford Focus

Model: Ford Focus MK 3 - Years 2011-2018
Part: Service warning light

If you have just changed the oil and filter on your Ford Focus but notice the warning light on the dashboard display, do not worry as this is completely normal. You simply need to perform a manual reset to resolve the issue. Let's find out how to do this in this new guide. First, turn on the vehicle's ignition and press both the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal simultaneously for about 25 seconds. After that, release the pedals and turn off the ignition. Turn it back on immediately after, and the reset procedure is successfully completed.

Updated on 14 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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