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How to Reset the Maintenance Light on a Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 7, Golf 7, Golf VII - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Service warning light

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This guide shows how to reset the service light for the regular maintenance of the engine oil change on a Volkswagen Golf. First, get into the car and press and hold the reset button located at the bottom of the instrument panel; turn on the ignition and wait for the maintenance key reset prompt to appear, as shown in the video.

At this point, release the button and press it again just once, confirming and executing the reset of the maintenance light; then start the engine!


Posted on 15 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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