How to Reset the Maintenance Light on Audi A3?

[TimothyMarie]

There are two methods to reset the maintenance light: using a car computer diagnostic tool and manual reset. I. Manual Reset Steps for Audi A3 Maintenance Light: 1. Press and hold the reset button below the odometer, turn the ignition key to OFF, and then release the reset button. 2. Then press and hold the digital clock adjustment button or analog clock adjustment button until the display shows "OEL," indicating the maintenance reset is complete. II. Computer Diagnostic Tool Reset Method: 1. With the engine off, press and hold the short-distance trip counter reset button below the tachometer. 2. Turn the ignition to ON, release the short-distance trip counter reset button, and the display will show "SERVICE." 3. Pull out the minute button on the clock, turn it to the right, and the odometer reading will appear on the display. Turn off the engine to reset the reminder, then turn the ignition to ON again, and the "SERVICE" message will disappear.