How to Reset the Oil Life on a Ford Transit Connect

Steps from the 2018 Ford Transit Connect owner's manual.

  1. Switch the ignition on, but do not start the engine.
  2. Press the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time.
  3. Keep both pedals fully pressed.
  4. After three seconds, a message appears saying the reset is in progress.
  5. After 25 seconds, a message appears saying the reset is complete.
  6. Release both pedals, then switch the ignition off.

Source: 2018 Ford Transit Connect owner's manual, PDF page 204. Steps are summarized in our own words (AI-assisted, checked against the cited pages 2026-10-18). Other model years can differ; your manual has the final word.

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