How to Reset the Oil Life on a Ford Transit Connect
Steps from the 2018 Ford Transit Connect owner's manual.
- Switch the ignition on, but do not start the engine.
- Press the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time.
- Keep both pedals fully pressed.
- After three seconds, a message appears saying the reset is in progress.
- After 25 seconds, a message appears saying the reset is complete.
- Release both pedals, then switch the ignition off.
- Only reset the system after changing the engine oil and oil filter.
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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