How to Reset the Golf Tire Pressure Warning Light?
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Golf tire pressure warning light can be reset using the tire pressure reset button. The specific steps are as follows: The tire pressure reset button is located around the gear shift lever. Press and hold it for 3-5 seconds to reset the tire pressure warning light. Below are explanations regarding the tire pressure warning light: 1. The tire pressure warning indicator lights up as a precautionary measure to alert the driver about tire pressure or other issues. This could be due to driving over uneven surfaces, uneven tire pressure distribution, or changes in tire pressure during driving. 2. If the tire pressure warning light comes on while driving, immediately reduce the vehicle's speed, avoid sharp turns and sudden braking, and find a safe area to inspect the tires. If it's safe to continue driving, proceed to the nearest repair shop or 4S store for inspection. If driving is not possible, call for roadside assistance. 3. Regular vehicle maintenance, especially tire maintenance, is essential during vehicle use. Tires are the only components in direct contact with the ground, and their proper condition ensures safe vehicle operation. Note that after replacing tires or inflating them, the tire pressure monitoring system may trigger an alarm due to pressure changes. Failure to reset the tire pressure promptly may cause the warning light to remain illuminated.
Last time my Golf's tire pressure warning light kept coming on, and I learned a trick at the dealership: First, park the car without turning off the engine. Find the CAR button behind the steering wheel, press it to enter the vehicle settings, then use the directional keys to scroll down to the "Tires" option. Press OK to enter, and you'll see a "SET" indicator. At this point, inflate all four tires to the pressure marked on the door frame sticker—never just inflate the one that triggered the alarm. After topping up the air, come back and press SET to confirm. Wait until the yellow exclamation mark on the dashboard disappears, and you're done. In my case, it was a false alarm due to pressure drop after a temperature decrease—sensors won't be fooled if there's an actual nail puncture. I recommend keeping a tire pressure gauge in the glovebox and checking monthly for peace of mind.
My bestie's Golf also keeps showing this light, but actually it can be fixed right on the infotainment screen. Start the engine but don't drive, swipe the main screen to the far right to the vehicle service icon, tap into it and select "Tire Pressure Monitoring System", then poke "Reset" and wait for the countdown. During this, the dashboard light will blink, and finally a prompt sound will pop up to indicate it's done. Note this must be done on level ground! Once she struggled for half an hour on a slope with no success, but moving to a flat parking spot fixed it immediately. If the light comes back the next day after resetting, there's an 80% chance you've got an actual leak – better check those tires pronto. Volkswagens all have this quirk. You can also reset the tire pressure data in the mobile app – so convenient in this connected era.
