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How to Reset the Maintenance Light on a Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf VII, MK 7, Golf 7 - Years 2012-2019
Part: Service warning light

Today's instructions will allow you to reset the ordinary maintenance light on the Volkswagen Golf. First, get in the vehicle and press and hold the reset button located at the bottom of the instrument panel; turn the key to position one to power on the panel, then release the button and press it again once to confirm and execute the reset of the maintenance light from the display, as shown in the video. At this point, turn off the instrument panel, start the engine, and verify the actual reset of the service light!

Posted on 2 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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