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Service reset on an Audi A6.

Model: Audi A6 MK 2, C5 - Years 1997-2004
Part: Service warning light

In this very short tutorial today, we will see how to reset the service light on an Audi A6, model C5, produced from 1997 to 2004. This operation is very simple and can be done entirely on your own in just a few seconds, but let's see how to proceed. Let's start the procedure by pressing and holding the right button on the speedometer, then turning on the instrument cluster of the vehicle without starting the engine. Finally, we release the right button and briefly press the left button on the speedometer to reset the service light and complete the task as shown in the video.

Posted on 10 December 2025 by ScegliAuto

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