How to Cancel the Maintenance Indicator Light on a Volkswagen Polo?
2 Answers
First, turn the key to the OFF position, press and hold the maintenance light reset button, then turn the key to the ON position while continuing to hold the button. Wait for a moment, and the maintenance cycle indicator will enter reset mode. Release the maintenance reset button, then press button A within 20 seconds. Shortly after, the indicator will return to normal display, and the maintenance light will be reset. Below is some related information: 1. During every routine car maintenance, the oil filter must be replaced. For vehicles driven in areas with low dust levels, the air filter can typically last for 20,000 kilometers, requiring only cleaning at 7,500 kilometers. The lifespan of the fuel filter depends on the quality of the fuel used. If you consistently refuel at reputable gas stations and experience no fuel supply issues, you can consider replacing it after 20,000 kilometers. 2. Under normal usage conditions, brake pads can last 30,000–40,000 kilometers, and the original battery can last 3–4 years. There are various types of spark plugs: standard nickel alloy spark plugs can last 20,000–30,000 kilometers, platinum spark plugs can last 80,000–100,000 kilometers, and iridium spark plugs can last 30,000–40,000 kilometers.
As an owner of a Volkswagen Polo, I've also looked into how to turn off the maintenance light myself when it comes on. The manual reset method is: First, completely turn off the ignition switch, then press and hold the 0.0 button next to the instrument panel without releasing it. Next, turn the key to the power-on position but do not start the engine. At this point, the maintenance reset option will appear on the instrument panel. Continue holding the button until the wrench symbol appears, and the reset is complete. However, it's important to note that this method generally works for Polos before 2016, while newer models require a computer to clear the code. It's advisable to check the engine oil level before resetting; otherwise, the light might not be accurate at the next mileage interval. If the reset is successful, the next maintenance reminder interval will automatically reset without affecting other functions of the onboard computer.
