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Resetting the Oil Change Indicator on a Volkswagen Tiguan

Model: Volkswagen Tiguan BW, MK 2, AD - Years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Part: Service warning light

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Today, let's see how to reset the oil change indicator on a second-generation Volkswagen Tiguan. This operation is very simple to perform and can be done independently after changing the engine oil and its filter.

First, press and hold the right button on the speedometer, then turn the ignition key to the first position. Once done, the maintenance reset request will appear on the display, so release the right button on the speedometer and confirm the operation by pressing the "OK" button located on the right side of the steering wheel.


Posted on 17 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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