Ford
Explorer Sport Trac
Oil life reset & oil change capacity
Engines covered
4.0L V6 · 4.6L V8
Model years
RESET STEPS
Ford Pedal Sequence · covers model years 2007–2010
Ford & Lincoln, roughly 2004–2019 (F-150, Explorer, Escape, Fusion, Mustang…)
- 1
Close all doors and turn the ignition to ON/RUN without starting the engine.
- 2
Fully press and release the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time (some years: accelerator alone). Hold about 2 seconds.
- 3
Repeat for a total of 3 cycles within 10 seconds. Watch the cluster for the oil-life reset message or a flashing oil light.
- 4
Wait a few seconds, then start the engine and confirm 100% oil life.
Oil needed for an oil change
5.0–6.0 qt (4.7–5.7 L)
Capacity with a new filter. Verify the exact amount and oil grade (viscosity) in your owner's manual before filling.
Type of oil
5W-20 synthetic blend
Oil filter part number
Motorcraft FL-820S (V8) · FL-500S / FL-400S
Common factory part numbers — the right filter can vary by engine. Verify before buying.
Where to buy
- 5W-20Buy on AmazonCheck price
- Motorcraft FL-820SBuy on AmazonCheck price
- Motorcraft FL-500SBuy on AmazonCheck price
- Motorcraft FL-400SBuy on AmazonCheck price
- Oil change kitBuy on AmazonCheck price
These open the store's search for that exact part, at the store's listed price. disclosure.
BEFORE YOU START
- Only reset the oil life after a real oil and filter change.
- Warm oil is hot — let the engine cool a few minutes before draining.
- Reset resets the internal interval timer; it doesn't change what's in the sump.