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How to Reset the Maintenance Indicator on the Volkswagen Golf IV

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, Golf 4, MK 4 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Service warning light

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Let's see how to reset the maintenance light on the Volkswagen Golf IV: first, ensure that the ignition is off, then press and hold the right button (the one for adjusting the hours on the dashboard, near the speedometer display). Turn on the ignition while holding the button.

At this point, the light or the "service" message should flash or change: you can release the button. On some models, after releasing, it may be necessary to briefly press the same button again to confirm the reset.

The "reset" message should disappear. This procedure is valid for many Volkswagen models from that era (1999-2005).


Posted on 20 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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