How to Reset the Oil Life on a Ford Explorer

1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Select Vehicle Maintenance.
3. Select Oil Life.
4. Press and hold the OK button until the system reset confirmation appears.

• Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after every engine oil and filter change.
• If the monitor says oil needs replacing early, change it within two weeks or 500 mi (800 km).

Source: 2026 Ford Explorer owner's manual, PDF pages 374, 492. 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.