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How to reset the Service light in the Volkswagen Polo?

Model: Volkswagen Polo 6R, MK V, Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5 - Years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Part: Service warning light

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On the Volkswagen Polo, to reset the Service light, turn on the instrument panel: once it is on, navigate through the onboard computer menu by pressing the button on the central left part of the panel. Select the option that shows the spanner icon: when this is displayed, press and hold the 0.0/SET button for a few seconds until the corresponding icon disappears from the instrument panel.

After the icon has disappeared, you can turn off and then turn on the panel again to verify that the reset has been completed.


Updated on 6 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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The Service light, depicted as a yellow spanner, illuminates as scheduled to remind the driver that it is time for scheduled maintenance. This means that the set mileage has been reached, or the expected time has passed. The procedure involves turning on the instrument cluster, pressing the accelerator three times, and then turning off the ignition. After this, keep the brake pressed, turn the ignition back on, and then turn it off again. Upon the next ignition, you will notice that the light has been reset.

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