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How to Reset the Oil Light on the 2012 Ford C-Max

Model: Ford C Max MK 2 - Years 2010-2019
Part: Service warning light

Once you have changed the oil and oil filter on the 2012 Ford C-Max, it is necessary to reset the oil light. The reset procedure is very simple, aided by our video guide. The first step is to enter the vehicle and close all the doors. The second step is to turn on the ignition and simultaneously press both the brake pedal and the accelerator for about 20 seconds. The light on the display will start to flash until it turns off. Once it is off, release the pedals and turn off the ignition, then turn it back on to confirm the reset.

Updated on 17 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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