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How to Reset the Service Light on the Audi A3

Model: Audi A3 8P, MK 2 - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Service warning light

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In this new mini guide for your 2012 Audi A3, we will describe the steps necessary to manually reset the service light. It will only take a few seconds.

First, get inside the car, insert the key, and turn on the ignition. Next, locate the button below the speedometer and pull it upwards.

As soon as the new menu appears on the mini display of the onboard computer, pull it up again and release it once a new menu appears. Finally, turn off and turn on the instrument cluster to complete the reset procedure.


Updated on 22 May 2026 by ScegliAuto


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