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How to Reset the Maintenance Light on a Volkswagen Tiguan

Model: Volkswagen Tiguan 5N, MK 1 - Years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Part: Service warning light

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Today's steps will show you how to reset the routine maintenance (service) light on the Volkswagen Tiguan. First, get in the vehicle and press and hold the reset button located at the bottom right of the instrument cluster; then turn the key to position one, waiting for the service reset prompt before releasing the button, as shown in the video.

At this point, use the steering wheel controls and press the "ok" button to confirm and execute the reset of the maintenance key, thus resetting the service!


Posted on 8 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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