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How to Reset the Service Light on a Volkswagen Bora?

Model: Volkswagen Bora MK 6 - Years 1998-2005
Part: Service warning light

Resetting the service light on a Volkswagen Bora, as shown in this tutorial, is a very simple and quick operation. Before proceeding, ensure all scheduled maintenance work has been completed. Start by entering the cabin, then insert the key but leave it in the first position. Next, press and hold the right button on the dashboard, turn on the instrument cluster simultaneously, and after about two seconds, release the button and rotate the left one clockwise. To complete the procedure, simply restart the vehicle.

Posted on 28 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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