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How to Reset the Service Light on the Volkswagen Golf 5

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 5, Golf 5, Golf V - Years 2003-2008
Part: Service warning light

If you have just changed the engine oil in your Volkswagen Golf Mk5 but still see the warning light on, don't worry as we will explain how to resolve it definitively and for free. First, ensure the car is completely off before starting the procedure. Then, locate the "0.0" button below the speedometer and hold it down. At the same time, turn on the ignition. A few seconds later, release the "0.0" button and press the "Min" button located below the rev counter once. At this point, the reset is successfully completed.

Updated on 13 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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