Lincoln oil life light reset

To reset the oil life light on a Lincoln (Most 2011+ models (shares Ford's pedal method)): Switch the ignition on without starting the engine. Fully press the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time and hold. After about three seconds a message confirms the reset is in progress; keep holding. Full steps below.

Key takeaways

  • Change the oil first - the light is only a reminder.
  • 1 procedure listed for Lincoln, by model year or family.
  • No special tool needed for the procedures below.
  • If it does not work, confirm your exact year in the owner's manual.

Most 2011+ models (shares Ford's pedal method)

  1. Switch the ignition on without starting the engine.
  2. Fully press the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time and hold.
  3. After about three seconds a message confirms the reset is in progress; keep holding.
  4. After about 25 seconds a message confirms the reset is complete; release both pedals and switch the ignition off.

Source: Ford owner's manual (fordservicecontent.com) - Oil Change Indicator Reset (shared Ford Motor Company procedure) - independent references, not the manufacturer.

Tools that help

These fit any car. A scanner with service-reset functions handles the makes that have no button procedure.

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