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How to reset the maintenance light on the Volkswagen Polo 6N

Model: Volkswagen Polo Polo 3, MK III, 6N, Polo III, MK 3 - Years: 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Service warning light

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In this article we will see how to reset the maintenance light of the Volkswagen Polo 6N. We recommend performing this procedure only after having the car serviced. First, you need to start the ignition, then press and hold the button located on the dashboard, below the speedometer.

After pressing the button and holding it down, turn off the ignition. Now wait 10 seconds while holding down the button, after 10 seconds start the instrument panel while holding down the button.

Now wait for the reset to be complete, indicated by the light showing ----, at this point release the button and restart the instrument panel.


Posted on 25 September 2025 by ScegliAuto


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