How to Reset the Oil Life on a Ford Fiesta
Steps from the 2019 Ford Fiesta owner's manual (vehicles equipped with the oil change indicator).
- Switch the ignition on without starting the engine.
- Fully press the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time.
- Keep both pedals fully pressed.
- After three seconds, wait for a message saying the reset is in progress.
- After 25 seconds, a message confirms the reset is complete.
- Release the pedals and switch the ignition off.
- Only reset the system after changing the engine oil and oil filter.
Source: 2019 Ford Fiesta owner's manual, PDF page 189. 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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