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How to reset the "Service" light on a Volkswagen Golf?

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf VII, MK 7, Golf 7 - Years 2012-2019
Part: Service warning light

To reset the "Service" light on a Volkswagen Golf, follow these steps. Start with the instrument panel turned off. Press and hold the button located under the instrument panel, usually marked with "0.0" or "SET". While holding down the button, turn on the instrument panel without starting the engine. Continue to hold the button until a message appears on the instrument panel display indicating that the reset is in progress. At that point, the "Service" light should turn off. You may need to confirm the reset by pressing the button again or using the steering wheel controls, depending on the specific model of your Golf. Once the reset is complete, turn off the instrument panel and then turn it back on to verify that the "Service" light has indeed been reset. If the light does not turn off, repeat the procedure carefully, making sure to follow each step correctly. This process ensures that the vehicle maintenance system is up to date and that you can properly monitor future service intervals.

Posted on 25 February 2025 by ScegliAuto

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