how to reset the oil change light on my Ford F-150 13th Generation (2015-2020)

Ford F-150 13th Generation (2015-2020)

Error Codes

5-10 minutes

Time

easy

Difficulty

low

Severity

2 min read

362 words

Problem Statement

Learn how to reset the oil change light on your Ford F-150 (2015-2020). Step-by-step guide with diagnostic steps and verification procedures.

Affected Component

Electrical

Estimated Time

5-10 minutes

⚠️ Safety Warnings

Important safety information - read before proceeding

•Ensure the vehicle is in 'Park' or 'Neutral' with the parking brake engaged before performing the reset.

Symptoms

•Oil change light illuminated on the dashboard
•Maintenance reminder message displayed
•Engine oil change has recently been performed

Diagnostic Steps

1
Ensure the vehicle is in the 'On' position but do not start the engine.
2
Use the steering wheel buttons to navigate to the 'Settings' menu on the instrument cluster display.
3
Scroll to 'Vehicle' and then select 'Oil Life.'
4
Check the current oil life percentage to confirm if a reset is necessary.
5
If applicable, confirm that the oil change has been completed.

Solution

Verification

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

✓Test the affected component to ensure it functions correctly
✓Check for any error codes or warning lights
✓Monitor the vehicle for a few days to ensure the issue does not recur

Prevention Tips

To prevent this issue from occurring again:

•Follow the manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule
•Address warning signs early before they develop into major issues
•Use quality parts and fluids recommended for your vehicle
•Keep detailed records of all repairs and maintenance

Tools & Equipment Required

•Ensure the vehicle is parked on a level surface, and the engine is off.

Parts Required

•None

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Diagnostic Steps

1
Ensure the vehicle is in the 'On' position but do not start the engine.
2
Use the steering wheel buttons to navigate to the 'Settings' menu on the instrument cluster display.
3
Scroll to 'Vehicle' and then select 'Oil Life.'
4
Check the current oil life percentage to confirm if a reset is necessary.
5
If applicable, confirm that the oil change has been completed.

Solution

1. Preparation

Tools Required: None
Ensure the vehicle is parked on a level surface, and the engine is off.

Turn the ignition to the "On" position without starting the engine.
Use the left arrow button on the steering wheel to access the main menu of the instrument cluster.
Scroll to the "Settings" option using the up/down arrow buttons.

3. Reset the Oil Life

In the "Settings" menu, select "Vehicle."
Choose "Oil Life" from the list of options.
Press and hold the "OK" button until a message appears confirming the reset.
Release the "OK" button once the confirmation is received.

4. Verification

Turn off the ignition and then turn it back to the "On" position.
Check the oil life percentage to ensure it has reset to 100%.