How to Clear the Immediate Maintenance Reminder in Octavia?
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Turn off the ignition switch, then press and hold the "0.0/SET" (reset/setting) button on the instrument panel. Turn on the ignition switch while keeping the "0.0/SET" (reset/setting) button pressed with your left hand. When the reset-related information appears on the instrument panel display, press the "0.0/SET" (reset/setting) button again to confirm.
I also encountered this warning right after a service, but it's actually something you can reset yourself. First, turn off the engine completely and make sure the key is in the off position. Then press and hold the small 0.0 button on the right side of the instrument cluster. With your other hand, turn the key to the ignition-on position (don't start the engine). You'll see a prompt appear on the dashboard - keep holding the button. After about 10-15 seconds, the reset confirmation screen will appear. Release the button and quickly press the 0.0 button once more to complete the process. The whole procedure takes less than a minute, and remember not to press the brake pedal during the entire process. Note that the steps might vary slightly for different model years of the Octavia - newer models may require going through the vehicle settings menu. I've done this multiple times - it's simple and saves you a trip to the dealership.
Last time during maintenance, I specifically asked the technician, and he taught me a trick: After turning off the engine, immediately press and hold the trip computer reset button on the right side of the steering wheel—that small dot below the instrument panel. At the same time, turn the key to the ON position and wait for the instrument backlight to illuminate. Hold it for about 15 seconds, and the service reset option will appear on the screen. Release the button and then press it briefly once more to confirm, and the prompt will disappear. Note that this must be done before starting the engine, otherwise it won’t work. This method applies to most Škoda models. For the Octavia with a digital instrument cluster, you may need to find the maintenance reset option in the central control menu using the steering wheel buttons.
