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How to Reset the Oil Change Reminder on Ford Kuga?

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McValeria
08/29/25 6:06am
Ford Kuga oil change reminder reset method: 1. Press the vehicle's one-touch start button to start the engine; 2. Press the OFF button on the left side of the multifunction steering wheel; 3. Press the OK button on the left side of the multifunction steering wheel; 4. Observe the vehicle dashboard, the oil change reminder will disappear. Below is relevant information about Ford Kuga engine oil: 1. Engine oil, also known as engine lubricant, is hailed as the 'blood' of a car. It serves functions such as lubrication, cleaning, cooling, sealing, wear reduction, rust prevention, and corrosion protection for the engine. 2. The Kuga's factory-installed oil is 5W-30 semi-synthetic Mobil oil. The 5W-30 viscosity rating has strong adaptability across most regions in China, though extremely cold northeastern areas may require higher fluidity oil. Since turbochargers operate at high speeds with oil lubrication, all turbocharged engines demand higher-quality oil. It's recommended to switch to 5W-30 full synthetic oil.
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VonBrielle
09/11/25 3:45am
Old driver's tip: Last time I took my Escape for maintenance, the technician cleared the service reminder on the spot. After studying the manual at home, I realized you can do it yourself too. Take the 2013 model as an example: First, turn the key to the ON position without starting the engine, keep your left foot firmly on the brake pedal, then press the accelerator pedal all the way down with your right foot three times in succession. Finally, you'll hear a 'ding' sound, and the wrench icon on the dashboard will disappear. The method for newer models is even simpler: Use the buttons on the left side of the steering wheel to find the settings menu, then select 'Vehicle Maintenance' and choose 'Reset Oil Life.' Remember, the car must be in the ON position with the dashboard backlight illuminated for this to work. If the reminder doesn't clear after trying, it might be because the maintenance interval parameters aren't set correctly, and you'll need a diagnostic tool to reset them.
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DelBrandon
10/25/25 4:34am
Just helped my sister with her 2018 Ford Escape: Press the start button twice to power up the instrument panel without stepping on the brake to start the engine. Hold the OK button on the steering wheel with your left hand while simultaneously pressing and holding the start button with your right hand for 10 seconds. Watch for the instrument panel needles to make a full sweep. Release the buttons after hearing a confirmation beep, then go to the oil life option in the vehicle settings to reset the percentage. Once spent half an hour with no response, only to realize the system requires seatbelt connection for this operation. Recommend checking the displayed oil life percentage first - if it's already negative, immediate maintenance is needed. For newer models with SYNC system, the reset option can also be found in the touchscreen's settings menu.
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