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How to Reset the Service Light on a Passat

Model: Volkswagen Passat B7 - Years 2010-2014
Part: Service warning light

To reset the service and oil change light on the vehicle, follow these steps: access the cabin and sit in the driver's seat, insert the ignition key into the slot and turn on the ignition. Locate the "ok" button among the controls on the right side of the steering wheel, along with the up and down buttons needed to navigate the onboard computer menu. Enter the "settings" menu using the controls to the right of the "ok" button and scroll through the various options on the display until you select the "service" option using the "up" and "down" arrows, then press the "ok" button and scroll to select the "reset" option. At this point, the service light will have been reset.

Updated on 24 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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