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Resetting the Service Light on the Volkswagen Golf GTI

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf 8, MK 8, Golf Viii - Years 2019-2026
Part: Service warning light

In this brief and simple guide, we will discover the steps to reset the service light for the routine maintenance oil change of the Volkswagen Golf GTI. First, get into the vehicle and start the instrument cluster; then go to the vehicle settings using the controls on the steering wheel, navigate to the service menu, and select the option to reset the maintenance interval, as shown in the video. At this point, check that the message and maintenance key have been reset from the instrument cluster display!

Posted on 9 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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