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How to Reset the Inspection Warning on the Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 7, Golf 7, Golf VII - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Service warning light

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Here are the instructions to reset the inspection warning (service) on the Volkswagen Golf. First, get inside the cabin and press and hold the reset button located at the bottom of the instrument cluster; turn the ignition on by turning the key to position one, waiting for the maintenance key reset prompt to appear on the display, as shown in the video.

At this point, confirm and perform the service reset by releasing the button and pressing it once; finally, turn off the ignition and start the engine!


Posted on 12 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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