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How to reset the Oil Service light on the Volkswagen Golf?

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 7, Golf 7, Golf VII - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Service warning light

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To reset the Oil Service light on the Volkswagen Golf, press and hold the 0.0 button located at the centre of the instrument cluster while it is off. Continue holding the button and turn the key in the ignition to turn on the instrument cluster. Releasing the button will display a message asking if you really want to reset the maintenance and oil light.

Press the OK button located on the right side of the steering wheel to completely reset the light, removing it from the instrument cluster.


Updated on 12 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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