Maintenance Required Lamp/Indicator: Service and Repair

2012 Ford Fusion AWD V6-3.5LSECTION Service and Repair


Message Center Configuration

Oil Life Reset

NOTE: The oil life calculation is set at a maximum of approximately 12,070 km (7,500 miles) or 180 days.

1. Press and release the SETUP button 2 times to display OIL LIFE=XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW.

2. Press and hold the RESET button for 2 seconds and release to reset the oil life to 100%.

Oil Life Start Value

NOTE: The oil life start value is used to reset the oil life value back to maximum of approximately 12,070 km (7,500 miles) or 180 days if the value was previously changed, or to lower the value from the maximum (7,500 miles or 180 days) in 10% increments down to 10%.

1. Press and release the SETUP button 2 times to display OIL LIFE=XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW.

2. Press and hold the RESET button for 2 seconds and release to reset the oil life to 100%.

3. Release the RESET button then press and release the RESET button to lower the percentage by 10% (down to 10%) for each button press or return the value to 100%.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.