How to reset the maintenance light on Volkswagen Jetta VS5?
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The method to reset the maintenance light on Volkswagen Jetta VS5 is: 1. Turn off the car and hold the right button on the dashboard with your left hand without releasing it; 2. While keeping the right button pressed with your left hand, turn the key with your right hand to illuminate the dashboard. At this point, a small wrench indicator light will appear on the dashboard and remain steady without flashing; 3. Release the left hand and press the left button on the dashboard, then the wrench symbol will disappear. Taking the 2021 280TSI Jetta VS5 Manual Base model as an example, its body dimensions are 4419mm in length, 1841mm in width, and 1616mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2630mm, and the body structure is a 5-door, 5-seat SUV.
I drive a Volkswagen Jetta VS5, and resetting the maintenance light isn’t too difficult. Usually, after an oil change, the light stays on as a reminder to reset it. Make sure the car is parked in a safe place with the engine completely off. Locate the reset button, often labeled ‘0.0,’ on the left side of the steering wheel or the dashboard. Hold it down, then turn the key to the ignition position without starting the engine—just until the dashboard lights up fully. Hold for a few seconds until a prompt like ‘Reset Maintenance’ appears or the light flashes, then release the button and press the confirmation key. Once reset, the maintenance light will turn off, indicating the system has recorded this service. If it doesn’t work, try a couple more times or check the owner’s manual for the exact button location. The whole process takes just a few minutes and saves a trip to the shop. Don’t forget—regular maintenance extends your car’s lifespan, so don’t delay when the light comes on.
