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How to reset the "Service" light on an Audi Q5?

Model: Audi Q5 MK 1, 8R - Years 2008-2017
Part: Service warning light

To reset the "Service" light on an Audi Q5, turn on the instrument panel without starting the engine. Use the dial located in the center console to access the onboard computer menu. Rotate the dial to navigate through the options until you reach the vehicle settings menu. Within this menu, select the section related to maintenance or service intervals. Once inside the maintenance menu, continue to use the dial to scroll through the options until you find the option to reset the intervals. Select this option by pressing the dial and follow the instructions on the display that will ask you to confirm the reset. Hold down the dial for a few seconds to complete the operation. When the procedure is finished, the "Service" light will turn off, indicating that the reset was successful. At this point, it is advisable to turn off and on the instrument panel to verify that the "Service" light has been successfully deactivated. If the reset fails on the first attempt, repeat the procedure making sure to follow each step correctly.

Posted on 27 April 2025 by ScegliAuto

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