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How to Reset the Service Light on a Volkswagen Polo

Model: Volkswagen Polo 6R, MK V, Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5 - Years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Part: Service warning light

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Here’s how to reset the service light on a Volkswagen Polo. To reset the maintenance service light, turn on the vehicle's instrument cluster, use the button located near the onboard computer display (instrument cluster), then, once in the settings menu, scroll with the buttons located above the instrument cluster (as shown in the video) until you find the option for the maintenance service setting (if the menu is present).

Check the display of the onboard computer located above the instrument cluster at the end of the setting, turn it off and on again with the ignition key.


Updated on 12 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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