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How to Reset the Oil Inspection on Volkswagen Golf 7

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 7, Golf 7, Golf VII - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Warning light – error code

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Follow this tutorial to reset the maintenance and inspection on a Volkswagen Golf 7. Start by pressing and holding the "0.0" button located at the centre of the speedometer, then turn on the ignition without starting the engine. Once done, the information display will show a request to perform the engine oil service reset.

Release the "0.0" button and press it again to confirm the operation and execute the reset. Finally, repeat the same process and wait for the inspection reset request to reset that as well and complete the task.


Updated on 16 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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