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How to Reset the Service Light on a 2009 Volkswagen Golf 5

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 6, Golf VI, Golf 6, 5K1 - Years 2008-2012
Part: Service warning light

If the orange service light illuminates on the instrument cluster of your 2009 Volkswagen Golf Mk5 and you want to learn how to perform a manual reset, read this guide carefully and follow the instructions. First, get inside the car and reach the driver's side. Next, locate the "0.0" button situated below the speedometer and press it. At the same time, insert the key and turn on the ignition. After a few seconds, release the "0.0" button and press the "Min" button to complete the reset procedure.

Updated on 5 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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