How to Remove the Maintenance Reminder on a Polo?
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Steps to remove the maintenance reminder on a Polo: 1. Turn off the vehicle; 2. Press and hold the right button below the instrument panel, then insert the key and turn it to the power-on position; 3. After turning the key to power-on, release the right button, and a small wrench icon will appear; 4. Once the small wrench icon appears, press the left button below the instrument panel once, and the small wrench will disappear. The Polo is a compact car under SAIC Volkswagen, featuring a 5-door, 5-seat hatchback body structure. Its dimensions are 4053mm in length, 1740mm in width, and 1449mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2564mm. The suspension system combines a MacPherson strut independent suspension with a torsion beam non-independent suspension.
My Polo is a 2018 model. The maintenance reminder gave me a headache for a while, but then I checked the manual and found it's actually simple: Turn off the engine and power, press and hold the ODO button on the dashboard (sometimes labeled as TRIP), keep holding it patiently for about ten seconds, and the warning light will go off. It's like rebooting a small system to clear the built-in memory. However, the button position may vary for different model years of Polo, such as older versions having it near the steering wheel. I think it's better not to rush to clear the reminder—it's good that it alerts you to change the oil or filter, as regular maintenance can extend the engine's lifespan. DIY is fun, but if you really can't manage it, don't force disassembling parts; going to an authorized shop is more hassle-free.
