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How to Reset the Maintenance Light on a Volkswagen Passat

Model: Volkswagen Passat MK 8, 3G, B8 - Years: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Part: Warning light – error code

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In this tutorial, you will see how to reset the maintenance light on a Volkswagen Passat by following a few simple steps: first, perform maintenance such as changing the engine oil and filters. Next, get into your vehicle; to reset, use the button located at the bottom right of the speedometer with the symbol of a spanner.

Close all the doors of the vehicle and press and hold the previously described button while simultaneously turning on the ignition. Then release the button; within 20 seconds, press the button again to reset the service light.

Turn off and then turn on the ignition to check if the light has turned off.


Updated on 15 May 2026 by ScegliAuto


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