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What Does the Spanner Light Mean in a Volkswagen?

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Key

If the spanner light appears on the dashboard of your Volkswagen, it means it is time for a service as the relevant interval has been reached. After completing the service at your trusted garage, you can manually reset the light by following the simple procedure shown in this tutorial. First, enter the cabin and insert the key, but keep it in the initial position. Then, press and hold the "0.0/SET" button, usually located on the dashboard, while simultaneously turning on the instrument panel. Press the same button a second time.

Updated on 5 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

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