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Reset of the engine oil warning light (service) for the Volkswagen Transporter.

Model: Volkswagen Transporter T5, MK 5 - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Part: Service warning light

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Today we will discover the steps that will allow us to reset the engine oil change (service) light on the Volkswagen Transporter. First, we get into the vehicle and start by pressing and holding the right button on the instrument panel; then we turn on the ignition, wait a few seconds, and then turn the left button to confirm and execute the reset of the service light, as shown in the video.

At this point, we turn off the instrument panel, then start the engine and check that the maintenance key has been correctly reset!


Posted on 16 December 2025 by ScegliAuto


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