How to reset the oil inspection due reminder on an Audi A4?
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Audi A4 oil inspection due reset method: 1. With the engine turned off, press and hold the short trip counter reset button located below the tachometer; 2. Turn the ignition switch to ON position while still holding the reset button, then release it when the SERVICE indicator appears on the display; 3. Pull out the minute button on the clock and turn it clockwise until the mileage display appears; 4. Turn off the engine to complete the reminder reset. The Audi A4 is a B-segment vehicle manufactured and marketed by FAW-Volkswagen, available with 1.8T, 2.4T and 3.0T engine displacements.
I usually drive an Audi A4, and the oil service reminder can be reset by myself. The method is quite simple: First, turn off the engine, press and hold the "0.0" button on the instrument panel without releasing it, then press the start button once to power up the instrument panel. At this point, the service reset menu will pop up on the screen. After releasing the button, quickly press the "0.0" button once more to confirm, and the reminder will be cleared. Do not press the brake during the entire process, otherwise the engine will start and cause the reset to fail. After resetting, the system recalculates the service interval, so make sure to perform this only after changing the oil to avoid misleading service timing. It takes just three minutes to do it yourself, saving a trip to the dealership. If it doesn’t work after two attempts, the timing of button presses might be off—check the owner’s manual to confirm the steps for safety.
My Audi-driving friends often ask me how to turn off the oil reminder. Actually, it's just a matter of resetting the system memory. The key operation involves three steps: Park and turn off the engine, then press and hold the "0.0" button, power on the car without starting the engine, and press the confirmation button when you see the English prompt on the dashboard. Remember not to use the old mechanical key method; newer models use electronic reset. After completing the steps, check the oil dipstick level to ensure maintenance was just performed before resetting. Otherwise, forcing a reset could cause the engine to run beyond its service interval. I've taught this trick to several car enthusiasts—it's quicker than using a diagnostic computer. However, menu locations may differ for pre-2018 models. If unsure, the safest approach is to take a video of the dashboard and ask in an auto repair group.
