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How to restore the service indicator light of the Volkswagen Golf 4

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, MK 4, Golf 4 - Years 1997-2003
Part: Service warning light

In today's article, we will see how to reset the service light of the Volkswagen Golf 4. To reset the light, you do not need any tools or software. We recommend performing the procedure only after having serviced the vehicle. To reset the light, you must insert the key without starting the engine, then press the button on the right side of the dashboard below the speedometer, keeping it pressed while starting the engine. Once the engine is started, release the right button and then take the left button and turn it half a turn clockwise. Now the procedure will be complete, so restart the engine to verify that the reset has been done correctly.

Posted on 8 October 2025 by ScegliAuto

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