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 Airbag Warning Light on the Volkswagen Polo?

Model: Volkswagen Polo Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5, MK V, 6R - Years 2009-2017
Part: Warning light – error code

To reset the airbag warning light on the vehicle, follow the procedure below: use a diagnostic system that connects to the OBD2 port of the car located under the dashboard on the left side of the steering wheel. Once the tool is connected to the vehicle, wait for the recognition of the make and model, then wait for the connection to the ECU, at which point you can read the list of existing errors and, if necessary, clear them. After that, perform an ignition test to verify that the warning light has indeed turned off.

Updated on 30 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

Video tutorial

Related tutorials

How to Reset the Airbag Light on the Volkswagen Polo
How to Reset the Airbag Light on the Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Polo (2009-2017 / Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5, MK V, 6R) Briefly review the instructions that will allow you to reset the airbag light on the Volkswagen Polo by following these simple steps. To reset the ai…
How do you deactivate the passenger airbag of the Volkswagen Polo?
Volkswagen Polo (2009-2017 / Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5, MK V, 6R) The deactivation of the passenger airbag of the Volkswagen Polo is done by opening the glove compartment located on the side of the front passenger: …
How to Reset the Airbag Light on a Volkswagen Polo?
How to Reset the Airbag Light on a Volkswagen Polo?
Volkswagen Polo (2009-2017 / Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5, MK V, 6R) The airbag light on the Volkswagen Polo indicates a general electronic problem with the airbag system, often related to damage to the light switch. T…

Other guides you may be interested in

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Polo 2009-2017 - How to enter the Volkswagen Polo radio security code? Read answer
    • Polo 2009-2017 - What does the catalyst warning light on the Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TDi indicate? Read answer
    • Polo 2009-2017 - What does the warning light with a yellow triangle on Volkswagen Polo mean? Read answer

How to Reset the Tyre Pressure Light on the Opel Grandland X

While driving, if you notice the tyre pressure warning light coming on, first check the actual inflation pressure of the tyres and, if necessary, restore the pressures recommended by the manufacturer. After restoring the correct pressures, you need to reset the warning light that has illuminated on the instrument cluster. To do this, locate the reset button on the lower central console. Press this button and hold it down for at least 3 seconds, after which the low pressure indication will turn off.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos