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How to Reset the Service Light on a Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 6, Golf VI, Golf 6, 5K1 - Years 2008-2012
Part: Service warning light

Resetting the service light on the Volkswagen Golf Mk6 is one of the simplest tasks you can perform independently. Just follow the instructions in this mini guide, and you won't encounter any issues. First, ensure the car is completely off. Then, press and hold the "0.0" button located below the speedometer while simultaneously turning on the ignition. Release the button as soon as the light stops flashing, and then press the "Menu" button once. The reset is complete, and from the next start, the maintenance light will no longer activate.

Updated on 8 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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