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How to Reset the Engine Oil Light on a Ford Explorer

Model: Ford Explorer U251, MK 4 - Years 2006-2010
Part: Service warning light

The video shows the steps to reset the engine oil change light on a Ford Explorer. The required steps are brief and very simple. First, get in the car and turn on the ignition without starting the vehicle. As you can see, to the right of the steering wheel, in the centre of the cabin, there is an instrument panel with three buttons: info, setup, and reset. Using these buttons, you can navigate through the menu options. Press the setup button to open the settings and scroll through the options until you select 'oil life'. At this point, confirm the reset with the appropriate button, and the operation will be complete.

Updated on 29 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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