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Resetting the Inspection (Service) Light on a Volkswagen Polo

Model: Volkswagen Polo MK 3, Polo 3, 6N, MK III, Polo III - Years: 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Service warning light

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This guide provides instructions for resetting the inspection (service) light on a Volkswagen Polo. First, get in the vehicle and press and hold the reset button located at the bottom right of the instrument cluster; then turn the key to position one to power the ignition, waiting for the maintenance warning to reset on the instrument cluster display, as shown in the video.

At this point, release the button and turn off the ignition, then start the engine to complete the reset operation!


Posted on 9 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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