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Resetting the Maintenance Light on a Ford Kuga

Model: Ford Kuga C394, MK 1 - Years 2008-2012
Part: Warning light – error code

After changing the engine oil in your vehicle, it is also necessary to reset the service light. In today's tutorial, you will learn how to perform this operation on a Ford Kuga, first generation model produced from 2008 to 2012. First, turn on the instrument cluster without starting the engine. Next, press and hold both the brake and accelerator pedals simultaneously. You will see a reset notification appear on the information display, so continue to hold both pedals until the reset completion notification appears.

Updated on 23 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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