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Reset of the service light for the Volkswagen New Beetle.

Model: Volkswagen New Beetle MK 3 - Years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Part: Service warning light

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Today's steps will allow us to reset the regular maintenance warning (service) of the Volkswagen New Beetle. First, let's get inside the vehicle and start by pressing and holding the reset button located on the right side of the instrument panel; then we turn the key to position one to power on the dashboard, waiting for the confirmation prompt to reset the maintenance key. At this point, we use the steering wheel controls to confirm and execute the service reset by navigating to "ok"; this way, we will have permanently reset the service light!


Posted on 5 January 2026 by ScegliAuto


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