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Reset the Service Light on a Volkswagen Passat B5

Model: Volkswagen Passat 3BG, B5 - Years: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Part: Service warning light

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Thanks to this brief video guide, you can see the entire procedure needed to reset the service light on a Volkswagen Passat, model B5 produced from 1996 to 2005. The operation is very simple and can be done independently in just a few seconds after changing the engine oil. First, press and hold the button on the right of the speedometer, then turn the key to the first position.

You will see the word "OIL" appear on the display, then release the button and turn the button on the left of the speedometer to the right.


Updated on 1 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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