How to Reset the Maintenance Light on a Ford Taurus?
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Ford Taurus maintenance light reset method is as follows: 1. First, press the one-touch start button to power on the vehicle; otherwise, the maintenance indicator cannot be reset. Then, click the SET button on the left side of the multifunction steering wheel to enter the menu item settings. 2. Press the button on the right side of the multifunction steering wheel to clear the items displayed on the dashboard. Then, click the OK button on the left side of the multifunction steering wheel to confirm the operation. 3. Observe the LCD dashboard to see that the maintenance light has been reset. 4. Before resetting the maintenance light, the owner should take the car to the 4S store for maintenance.
To reset the maintenance light on a Ford Taurus, I've been doing this for years since I've owned the car for quite a while. First, insert the key and turn it to the ON position, which is the second position, but make sure not to start the engine. Then, keep an eye on the dashboard and look for the small mileage reset button or a similar icon. Press and hold it for about 3 to 5 seconds, and you'll see the maintenance light blink and then turn off. If it doesn't work, some models from certain years might require you to access the settings menu via the steering wheel buttons to find the reset option. Let me remind you, resetting it regularly is important. Otherwise, the light staying on might mislead you into ignoring the actual maintenance schedule, which can easily damage the engine. Last year, I was careless and didn't reset it in time, and during the subsequent maintenance check, a minor issue was found, costing me a few hundred dollars to fix. So don't delay this, and it's best to keep the manual handy for reference.
