How to Reset the Maintenance Light on the New Santana?
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Method to reset the maintenance light on the new Santana: 1. With the ignition switch turned off, press and hold the button on the right side of the instrument panel with your left hand, then turn on the ignition switch; 2. After turning on the ignition switch, continue holding the button with your left hand until the maintenance light enters the reset mode, then release the right button; 3. Within 20 seconds of releasing the right button, press the left menu button once to confirm the reset. The new Santana offers a total of 8 models with 1.4L and 1.6L engine options, with dimensions of 4473mm in length, 1706mm in width, and 1469mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2603mm. The front suspension type of the new Santana is MacPherson independent suspension, and the rear suspension type is compound torsion beam independent suspension.
I've been driving the new Santana for several years, and every time after maintenance, I have to reset the service light, otherwise it keeps bothering me by staying on. The steps are quite simple: insert the car key and turn it to the ignition position without starting the engine, then press and hold the small stick button on the dashboard—usually the odometer reset button on the right side—for about three to five seconds until you see the light flash or the reset prompt disappears, then release it. I guess this might be a common design in the Volkswagen family, and the manual should have detailed illustrations. Don’t underestimate this step—if you don’t reset the light after maintenance, it will stay on, misleading you into thinking there’s a problem with the car, or you might ignore it when it’s actually time for maintenance. Additionally, the Santana recommends maintenance every 5,000 kilometers, including changing the oil filter and other tasks, which can extend the engine’s lifespan and save money. Developing a habit of regular maintenance also helps maintain the car’s resale value.
