How to cancel the insp on Volkswagen dashboard?
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Methods to cancel the insp on Volkswagen dashboard: 1. Computer clearing of insp requires handling at a 4S shop; 2. For manual clearing, after the car is turned off, press and hold the reset button with your left hand, turn on the ignition switch with your right hand (do not start the engine), and release the left hand when a flashing wrench symbol appears. Volkswagen is an automobile manufacturer headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany, with models including Touareg, e-up!, Scirocco, Scirocco R, Golf Cross, Golf Variant, Golf R, Passat Variant, Passat Alltrack, CC, and Sharan.
Last time I cleared the 'insp' warning light myself, I found it quite simple. After turning off the car, hold down the 0.0 button at the lower right of the instrument panel without releasing it, then turn the key to power on but do not start the engine. Keep an eye on the screen, and after about ten seconds, a prompt to reset the maintenance data will appear. At this point, release the button and press 0.0 once more to complete the process. However, the button location may vary in older or higher-end models; for example, in the Passat, it's on the side of the instrument panel, while in the Lavida, it might be at the top of the wiper stalk. Make sure the car is parked in a safe place when performing this operation, and it's best to do it right after maintenance to ensure the reset cycle is accurate. Recently, I heard that in newer models, this reminder can also be canceled through the vehicle settings menu on the central control screen.
As someone who frequently tinkers with cars, I've found that the core of eliminating the maintenance reminder 'insp' in Volkswagen vehicles lies in resetting the counter. The first step is to turn off the ignition switch, followed by the crucial step of holding the reset button for a sufficient duration while the power is on. The new Bora requires a 20-second long press, while the Sagitar might need less time. It's important to remind everyone to confirm whether the maintenance has been completed before resetting; otherwise, the next oil change reminder won't be accurate. If the operation fails, don't panic—it might be because the system locked due to not following the prescribed procedure after the last maintenance. In such cases, it's advisable to visit a workshop and use a diagnostic computer to resolve the issue.
