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How to reset the service light on the Audi A3?

Model: Audi A3 MK 2, 8P - Years 2003-2013
Part: Service warning light

In this tutorial, you can see how to reset the service light on the Audi A3, a very simple and quick operation to perform only after completing all required scheduled maintenance tasks. Start by entering the cabin, then insert the key and turn on the instrument cluster; it is not necessary to start the engine. Next, press and hold the long right button on the dashboard to activate the maintenance menu, release it, and pull it a second time, keeping it in position until the interval is correctly reset.

Updated on 4 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

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