How to reset the tire pressure light on a Golf?
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Golf tire pressure light reset button is located on the gear lever panel. Press and hold the SET button on the gear lever for 3 to 5 seconds until you hear a beep sound, indicating the tire pressure reset is complete. The tire pressure warning light on the dashboard will then disappear automatically. The Golf tire pressure reset button is the tire pressure monitoring indicator button located at the lower part of the central auxiliary instrument panel. There are two types of tire monitoring indicator calibrations: Type A and Type B. For the Golf tire monitoring indicator (Type B), recalibration is required after changing tire pressure or replacing one or more wheels. Wheel rotation (e.g., front-to-rear rotation) also requires recalibration of the tire monitoring indicator.
When the tire pressure warning light comes on while driving my Golf, I always pull over to a safe spot to check the tire pressure first. The owner's manual recommends around 2.3 to 2.5 bar, so I use a portable tire pressure gauge to measure each tire one by one. If there's an issue, I go to a gas station to inflate them to the standard value. Then, I get back in the car, turn on the ignition without starting the engine, navigate to the vehicle settings menu on the dashboard, select the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), and press the reset button until the light goes off. After that, I drive at low speed for a few minutes to let the system calibrate. If the light doesn't turn off, it might indicate a faulty sensor or a leak, requiring a visit to the repair shop. I make it a habit to check the tire pressure monthly, as temperature fluctuations can often trigger such issues. Maintaining proper tire pressure not only ensures safety by preventing blowouts but also improves fuel efficiency by about 10%.
