How to Reset the 5000km Maintenance Reminder for Ford Escort?
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Click on the General-Settings in the central control screen, find the "Information" option, and long-press the information button without releasing. Wait for a keyboard interface to appear, enter 75315908 and confirm to clear the reminder. A prompt will indicate that the current maintenance has been reset, then click OK. However, it is still recommended to regularly maintain your car, otherwise, the vehicle's lifespan will be significantly shortened.
Last time I removed the maintenance reminder on my Ford Escort by myself, and it was actually quite simple. First, turn off the car and rotate the key to the off position. Then, press and hold the OK button on the steering wheel without releasing it. Next, turn the key to the power-on position, where the dashboard lights up but the engine doesn't start. Wait for about ten seconds, and the wrench icon on the dashboard will start flashing. At this point, release the button and turn off the power. After restarting the car, the 5,000-kilometer reminder disappeared. The whole process is like restoring a phone to factory settings—the key is to time the button presses correctly. If it doesn’t work the first time, just try a couple more times, as there might be slight differences between model years. This skill is quite handy if you do your own maintenance, saving you the hassle and unnecessary expense of visiting the dealership.
As someone who often helps friends with car repairs, I'm very familiar with eliminating the maintenance reminder on the Ford Escort. The key is to reset the trip computer using the steering wheel buttons. The specific operation is divided into four steps: Hold down the OK button on the right side of the steering wheel with the engine off, keep holding it while turning the key to power on, release the button when you see the dashboard enter engineering mode, and finally power off and restart. Be careful not to step on the brake pedal during the entire process, otherwise the engine will start. After successful operation, the dashboard will display a confirmation message. Some car owners can't find the OK button; it's actually the round button in the multifunction area on the right side of the steering wheel. If there's no response after three attempts, it may be due to insufficient battery voltage or poor button contact. In this case, it's recommended to go to a 4S shop for professional equipment handling.
