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Resetting the maintenance light (service) on the Volkswagen Polo

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

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These brief and simple steps will illustrate the procedure for resetting the ordinary maintenance light (service) on the Volkswagen Polo. First, get into the vehicle and press and hold the reset button located at the bottom of the instrument panel; turn the key to position one, release the button after a few seconds, and then press the other button to confirm and execute the reset of the maintenance light, as shown in the video.

At this point, turn off the instrument panel and start the engine, completing the service reset operation!


Posted on 9 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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