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How to Reset the Service Light on a Volkswagen Passat?

Model: Volkswagen Passat 3BG, B5 - Years: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Part: Service warning light

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To clear the Service light displayed on the instrument cluster of the Volkswagen Passat, press and hold the button at the bottom right of the instrument cluster while it is off: continue holding it down to insert the key into the ignition and turn it to activate the cluster.

Once the cluster is on, release the button and then turn the one on the left side: this will clear the Service light, and you can turn off the cluster by removing the key.


Posted on 1 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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