Finding The Oil Life Monitor In A 2008 Ford Edge

The Ford Edge is equipped with an Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor system that analyses vehicle data to determine the recommended time to change the oil. The monitor calculates oil change service intervals based on the vehicle's use, operating conditions, and time since the last oil service. It is important to reset the oil life monitor every time the oil is changed, so the system can accurately track when the next oil change is needed. This can be done by turning on the ignition and pressing the brake and gas pedals simultaneously until the screen displays Service: Oil Reset In Progress, then holding them for about 25 seconds until the screen shows Service: Oil Reset Complete. Alternatively, the setup button can be pressed until the display shows oil life x*x% hold reset = new, then the reset button can be held for 2 seconds to complete the reset process.

Resetting the oil life monitor

• First, turn the ignition on without starting the engine.
• Press down on both the brake and gas pedals simultaneously and hold them until your screen displays "Service: Oil Reset In Progress.".
• Continue to hold both pedals for about 25 seconds until the screen shows "Service: Oil Reset Complete."
• You may need to wait a few moments before turning off the ignition to complete the procedure.

Alternatively, if your vehicle has a setup button and a message centre:

• Press the setup button until the display shows "Oil Life x*x% Hold Reset = New."
• Hold down the reset button for about 2 seconds to complete the reset process.
• A confirmation message will appear, indicating that the oil life has been successfully reset to 100%.

Please note that the exact steps may vary slightly depending on your vehicle's specific model and features. Always refer to your owner's manual for detailed instructions specific to your vehicle.

How often to change oil

The general recommendation is to change the oil in your car every 5,000 miles or so. However, this can vary depending on the type of oil used, your driving habits, and the age and model of your car.

For a 2008 Ford Edge, it is recommended to change the oil every 5,000 miles. You can also refer to your owner's manual for guidance on how often to change the oil, as it should specify the recommended service intervals. The manual will also tell you if your car has the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, which calculates when you should change the oil based on your vehicle's use, operating conditions, and time since the last oil service. This system will alert you when it's time to change your oil by displaying messages such as "Change Engine Oil Soon" or "Oil Change Required" on your cluster display.

If you have less-than-typical driving habits, such as excessive towing, extensive idling, or driving off-road, it is recommended to change your oil more frequently, typically every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

It's important to note that there are two types of oil: conventional and synthetic. Conventional oil is made from crude oil and is suitable for routine driving. However, it breaks down more quickly and should be changed more frequently (every 3,000 to 5,000 miles). Synthetic oil, on the other hand, lasts longer and can help extend engine life, requiring changes roughly every 10,000 miles.

Additionally, after each oil change, you should reset the oil life light on your 2008 Ford Edge. This will ensure that the system accurately calculates when the next oil change is due.

Using the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor system

The Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor system in your Ford Edge calculates oil change intervals based on your vehicle's usage, operating conditions, and time since the last oil service. The system will notify you when it's time to change your engine oil by displaying one of the following messages on your cluster display:

• "Change Engine Oil Soon": This means your vehicle has about 5% oil life left, and you should replace the oil and filter soon.
• "Oil Change Required": This indicates that your vehicle has no oil life remaining, and the oil and filter need to be replaced immediately.

To check the oil life percentage in your 2008 Ford Edge, refer to your owner's manual. It will guide you through the process of using the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor system to monitor your oil life. Typically, you can find this information in the maintenance or vehicle care section of the manual.

It is recommended to change your oil every 5,000 miles or when the oil starts to darken. Resetting the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor system after each oil change is crucial to ensure accurate tracking of the next oil change. Here's a step-by-step guide to resetting the system:

• Turn on the ignition without starting the engine.
• Press the setup button until the display shows "Oil Life x*x% Hold Reset = New".
• Hold the reset button for about 2 seconds until you see a confirmation message indicating that the oil life has been reset to 100%.

Alternatively, you can reset the oil life light by pressing and holding both the brake and gas pedals simultaneously for about 25 seconds while the vehicle is turned on but not running. The display will first show "Service: Oil Reset In Progress" and then "Service: Oil Reset Complete" when the procedure is finished.

Resetting the oil life monitor after changing oil

The oil life monitor in your 2008 Ford Edge needs to be reset after every oil change so that the system can correctly determine when the next oil change is due. If you don't reset the light, your vehicle will indicate that you need another oil change sooner than necessary.

The procedure is slightly different depending on the model year of your Ford Edge and the type of display it has.

For the 2011-2023 Ford Edge with an Advance Display:

• Turn the ignition on without starting the engine.
• Push the START button on the right side of the steering column twice without stepping on any pedals.
• Once the instrument cluster powers up, push OK to clear any yellow messages.
• Find the main menu on the left display and scroll down to SETTINGS, then hit OK.
• Scroll to VEHICLE and hit OK.
• Find and select OIL LIFE RESET.
• Hold down the OK button on 100% to reset.

For the 2008 Ford Edge:

• Turn the ignition on without starting the vehicle.
• Press down on both the brake and gas pedals at the same time until your screen says "Service: Oil Reset In Progress."
• Keep pressing down on the brake and gas for about 25 seconds until the screen says "Service: Oil Reset Complete."
• Turn the ignition off.

Alternatively, you can try the following:

• Press the setup button until you see the message "oil life x*x% hold reset = new".
• Press and hold the reset button for 2 seconds to reset the oil life.
• You should get a message saying "oil life set to 100%".

For vehicles with Info/Setup/Reset Buttons:

Ford has a video showing how to reset the Oil-Life Monitor in vehicles with these buttons.

For vehicles with a Message Center:

Ford also has a video showing how to reset the Oil-Life Monitor in vehicles with a message center.

Checking oil life since the last oil change

To check the oil life of your 2008 Ford Edge since your last oil change, you can refer to the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor system. This system calculates oil change intervals based on your vehicle's usage, operating conditions, and time since the last oil change.

The monitor will display one of two messages on your cluster display to indicate the need for an oil change:

• "Change Engine Oil Soon": This means your vehicle has about 5% oil life left, and you should replace the oil and filter soon.
• "Oil Change Required": This alerts you that there is no oil life remaining, and the oil and filter need to be replaced immediately.

It is recommended to change your oil every 5,000 miles. You can also manually check the oil level by using the oil dipstick, which is usually located in the engine bay. If the oil level is below the "add" or "full" mark, you may need to add oil or get an oil change.

To reset the oil life monitor after an oil change, follow these steps:

• Turn on the ignition without starting the engine.
• Press and hold down both the brake and gas pedals simultaneously until the screen displays "Service: Oil Reset In Progress."
• Continue holding both pedals for about 25 seconds until the screen shows "Service: Oil Reset Complete."
• Wait a few moments before turning off the ignition to complete the process.

Alternatively, you can press the setup button until the display shows "Oil Life x*x% Hold Reset = New," and then hold the reset button for 2 seconds. A confirmation message will appear, indicating that the oil life has been reset to 100%.

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