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2015-2021 Ford F-150 Reset the Oil Service Reminder

Is the oil service reminder indicator light coming off on your Ford dashboard? Learn how to reset the oil service reminder after doing an oil change on your Ford by following the procedures below. This guide provides instructions on how to reset the oil service reminder in a 2019 Ford F-150. The oil service reminder is an indicator light that comes on after a certain interval of miles that is programmed in the vehicle’s computer is driven.


This mile range is the interval at which the oil is supposed to be serviced. The light should be reset after an oil change has been done. In this guide, we will show you how to rest this oil light on your Ford truck, and this will also work on most newer domestic vehicles.

Procedure

  1. Use the arrows and OK button on the left side of the steering wheel to navigate the menus on the dash display
  2. Navigate to the menu and scroll down to the fifth option “Settings” and push “OK”
  3. Then, scroll down to the third option “Advanced Settings” and push “OK”
  4. Next, select the first option, “Vehicle” and push OK
  5. Next, scroll down to the third option, “Oil Life Reset” and push “OK”
  6. Here, the remaining life of the oil in percentage is displayed. Hold the “OK” button for about three seconds to reset this.
  7. The oil life is now reset to 100%, push the exit button below the arrows to exit back to the display on the dash. You are done!

Vehicle Applications

All Ford models and domestic vehicles, including Ford F-150, F-250, F-450/550 years: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, including Super Duty and XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Raptor, Platinum, and Limited.

How many miles can I drive before my oil needs to be changed and my oil life is up?

The oil life percent on Ford is based on an interval of 7,500 – 10,000 miles driven in light conditions. There is an intelligent monitoring system in place that tells whether the vehicle has driven in heavy conditions such as towing, steep hills, or offroad that will decrease the oil life, and a typical interval in those conditions is around 5,000 miles.

It is always a safe bet to have the oil changed around 5,000 – 7,500 miles if you want to take extra care. Great maintenance can lead to the longevity of your vehicle.

We hope you find the 2015-2021 Ford F-150 Reset the Oil Service Reminder guide helpful. Check these troubleshooting and repair guides for more help on your Ford.

Author

  • Rushit Hila • ASE Certified

    Rushit Hila, an ASE-certified engineer (G1 Automotive Maintenance and Repair), brings over two decades of hands-on experience in the automotive world to his writing. With a strong educational background, including a Master of Science in Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, he has honed his skills and expertise through years of practical work. As a respected authority in the field, Mr. Hila is dedicated to offering insightful and valuable content that resonates with both vehicle owners and mechanics.

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