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How to Reset the Service 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, let's see how to reset the ordinary maintenance service light on a Volkswagen Tiguan. First, get in the vehicle and turn on the instrument cluster; using the steering wheel controls, navigate to the onboard computer settings, scrolling through the options until you reach the service section, as shown in the video.

Now enter the submenu to confirm and execute the maintenance key reset by pressing the button at the end of the right stalk; exit the onboard computer and check the correct reset of the service light!


Posted on 26 May 2026 by ScegliAuto


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