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How to reset the maintenance light on Golf 6?

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GabrielaRose

07/25/25 3:31am

Volkswagen Golf 6 maintenance light reset method: First method: 1. Turn off the ignition switch. 2. While turning on the ignition switch, press and hold the odometer hour reset button. After ignition, the prompt message will still be displayed. 3. Within 30 seconds, press and hold the odometer hour reset button for about 3 seconds, and the prompt message will be completely cleared. If the operation is not performed as required or there is an error in the operation, and the message cannot be cleared, start over from the beginning. Second method: 1. Turn off the ignition switch. 2. While pressing the clock adjustment button "SET", turn on the ignition switch. 3. Release the "SET" button, then press the "SET" button once again. 4. Turn off the ignition switch, then turn it on again to see if the light has been reset. If not, you must start over from the beginning.

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OBrooke

08/10/25 5:02pm

Last time I took my Golf 6 out for a spin, the maintenance light came on and was really annoying. I managed to reset it myself: first, turn off the ignition and remove the key. Then, find the small button on the multifunction knob on the right side of the steering wheel, the one with the 0.0 symbol, and hold it down. Next, turn the key to the ignition position so the dashboard lights up without starting the engine. Keep holding the button until the screen shows 'Service Reset' or a menu pops up, which takes about 10 seconds. Release the button, and the maintenance light will go off. The first time I tried, I messed up the steps and had to press it again to get it right. This operation isn’t technically difficult, but be careful not to press other buttons to avoid messing up the settings. The Golf 6 is a sturdy car, and the maintenance light is just a reminder to change the oil and get a check-up. Delaying it too long isn’t good for the engine. Remember to go to the shop for regular oil changes after resetting to avoid the light coming on again and causing trouble.

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