how to clear the maintenance light on my Ford Explorer Fifth Generation (2011-2019)

Ford Explorer Fifth Generation (2011-2019)

10-15 minutes

Time

easy

Difficulty

low

Severity

2 min read

376 words

Problem Statement

Learn how to clear the maintenance light on your Ford Explorer (2011-2019) with this step-by-step guide. Simple instructions for a quick fix.

Affected Component

Electrical

Estimated Time

10-15 minutes

Important safety information - read before proceeding

1
Ensure that all required maintenance has been completed (oil change, filter replacement, etc.)
2
Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the 'On' position without starting the engine
3
Press the gas pedal three times within five seconds
4
Turn the ignition off and then back on to check if the maintenance light has cleared
5
If the light remains on, use an OBD-II scanner to check for any stored codes

After completing the repair, verify that the issue has been resolved:

To prevent this issue from occurring again:

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Diagnostic Steps

1
Ensure that all required maintenance has been completed (oil change, filter replacement, etc.)
2
Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the 'On' position without starting the engine
3
Press the gas pedal three times within five seconds
4
Turn the ignition off and then back on to check if the maintenance light has cleared
5
If the light remains on, use an OBD-II scanner to check for any stored codes

Solution

1. Preparation

2. Clear Maintenance Light

Turn Ignition On
- Insert the key into the ignition.
- Turn the key to the “On” position without starting the engine.
Press Gas Pedal
- Press the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds.
- Ensure that you press the pedal all the way down to register properly.
Turn Ignition Off
- Turn the ignition key back to the “Off” position.
Check the Light
- Turn the ignition back to the “On” position and verify that the maintenance light is off.
- If the light is still on, connect the OBD-II scanner to the vehicle's diagnostic port and follow the scanner prompts to clear any fault codes.