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How to Reset the Service Light on a Mercedes R-Class

Model: Mercedes Classe R MK 1, W251 - Years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Service warning light

Video tutorial

In this video tutorial, you will see how to reset the service light on a Mercedes R-Class. The first step is to perform maintenance on the vehicle, such as changing the engine oil and filters.

Get inside the vehicle, engage the handbrake, insert the key, and turn it just to the first position to activate the instrument cluster; then press the button on the top left of the steering wheel to access the settings MENU, scroll to the trip mileage, and press the R button located on the dashboard above the speedometer three times; now press the arrow button to scroll until you find the "Maintenance Data" option, then use the (+ and -) buttons to scroll and select CONFIRM "General Maintenance", press the button on the steering wheel shaped like a book located on the left side of the steering wheel.

Maintenance confirmed.


Updated on 13 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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