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How to Reset the Maintenance Light on Volkswagen?

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VonAshley

07/24/25 9:59pm

Volkswagen maintenance light reset method generally involves turning off the door key, waiting for all the lights on the dashboard to go out, pressing and holding the reset button on the right side of the dashboard with your left hand, then turning on the ignition with your right hand without starting the engine. Keep holding the button until the light automatically turns off. Below is some relevant information about the maintenance light: 1. The maintenance light is a reminder function set by the car manufacturer to alert the owner to perform maintenance at certain mileage or time intervals, displayed in the form of dashboard or screen messages or indicator lights. Resetting the maintenance light means clearing the reminder information after maintenance is completed, essentially resetting the information. 2. The original intention of the car maintenance light is to remind the owner to perform maintenance as soon as possible. Therefore, the owner should promptly visit a 4S shop for maintenance. After the maintenance is completed, the 4S shop will use a fault diagnostic tool to reset the maintenance light. The quickest and most accurate method to eliminate the maintenance reminder light is to use a fault diagnostic tool. Generally, individual car owners do not have such equipment, so it is recommended to have the reminder light reset at a 4S shop after maintenance or visit an external 4S shop for resetting.

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DelJohnny

08/10/25 2:51pm

I've personally helped a friend with this. Resetting the maintenance light on a Volkswagen is actually quite simple. First, with the engine off, press and hold the reset button at the bottom right of the dashboard – make sure not to turn on the ignition. Then, turn the power on until the dashboard lights up fully. At this point, a prompt asking if you want to reset will appear on the dashboard. Release your finger and firmly press the adjacent minute button to confirm. The key point is not to start the engine. Older models like the Lavida and Sagitar might require entering the engineering mode to reset – hold the reset button while turning on the power and wait for the menu to appear. For newer models like the Tiguan L, it's even easier – just find the maintenance settings in the central control system. Remember, when this light comes on, get the oil changed promptly. Never just reset the light and keep driving, as engine damage from this is a serious issue.

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