Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

How to Reset the Maintenance Key Light on the Volkswagen Polo

Model: Volkswagen Polo MK IV, Polo 4, 9N, MK 4, Polo IV - Years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Part: Key

See other generations:
Video tutorial

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to reset the service light for the regular oil change maintenance on the Volkswagen Polo. First, get inside the vehicle and press and hold the button located on the right side of the dashboard; then insert the key and turn on the ignition, waiting a couple of seconds until the service light resets, as shown in the video.

At this point, start the engine and check that the "insp" light has been cleared from the dashboard display!


Updated on 23 May 2026 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

How to Reset the Inspection Light on a Volkswagen Polo
How to Reset the Inspection Light on a Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Polo (2009-2017 / 6R, MK V, Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5) Follow the procedure to reset the oil change service light on your Volkswagen Polo. First, get into the vehicle and press and hold the button located…
How to Reset the Inspection Light on a Volkswagen Polo Mk5
How to Reset the Inspection Light on a Volkswagen Polo Mk5
Volkswagen Polo (2009-2017 / 6R, MK V, Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5) This guide shows how to clear the inspection message on a Volkswagen Polo Mk5. To reset the maintenance indicator light on the total mileage display,…
How to Reset the Service Light on the Volkswagen Polo
How to Reset the Service Light on the Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Polo (2009-2017 / 6R, MK V, Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5) Discover the procedure to reset the service warning light for the routine maintenance oil change on the Volkswagen Polo. First, get in the vehicle an…

Other guides you may be interested in

Where to Find and How to Remove the Spare Wheel of a Peugeot 5008?

The spare wheel of a Peugeot 5008 is located under the rear of the vehicle. To remove it, you need to lift the third row of seats to access the fixing bolt that holds the spare wheel in position. Using the correct spanner, proceed to unscrew the fixing bolt until the wheel is no longer secured. At this point, you can extract the spare wheel from underneath the vehicle. Once you have completed this step, you are free to fit the spare wheel. Ensure you correctly remount the spare wheel and securely tighten the fixing bolt when you are finished.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos