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How to Reset the Service Light on a Volvo V40

Model: Volvo V40 MK 2 - Years 2012-2019
Part: Service warning light

To manually reset the service light on your Volvo V40 Mk2, you need to follow a short and simple procedure that we will discover in this mini guide. First, insert the key and press the "Start/Stop" button to turn on the dashboard (do not start the engine). Next, press the "OK" button and hold the "Start/Stop" button for a few seconds. Once the maintenance message disappears, release the button, and the procedure is complete. If there are any errors, simply turn off and turn on the ignition to start again.

Updated on 20 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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