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Resetting the Maintenance Light on Volkswagen Magotan

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SanVincent
07/30/25 12:56am
  1. First, turn off the ignition key of the FAW-Volkswagen Magotan to ensure all dashboard lights are off. 2. Then, press and hold the maintenance light reset button on the FAW-Volkswagen Magotan. 3. Next, turn the ignition key back on so that all dashboard lights illuminate, while continuing to hold the button for a moment until the maintenance cycle indicator enters reset mode. 4. After that, release the maintenance reset button on the FAW-Volkswagen Magotan, and within 20 seconds, press the 'A button' briefly to restore the indicator light to normal display. 5. Finally, the maintenance light on the FAW-Volkswagen Magotan will be successfully reset.
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DeGeorge
08/15/25 6:23am

Last time I took my wife's Magotan for maintenance, the mechanic taught me how to reset the service light: After turning off the engine, first press and hold the small trip reset button on the dashboard without releasing it. Then turn the key to the 'on' position (without starting the engine), at which point the dashboard will display a countdown. Keep holding the button until the screen prompts that the reset is complete before letting go. Finally, restart the car, and the little yellow wrench symbol should disappear. My 2016 Magotan gets this treatment after every service. For newer models with touchscreens, you'll need to navigate to the reset option in the vehicle settings menu. I recommend checking the owner's manual for your specific model year before attempting this. If you're unsure, just let the dealership handle it—they can also check the chassis and fluid levels while they're at it, ensuring you don't actually forget to change the oil after resetting the service light.

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Emerson
10/20/25 4:12am

Just helped my neighbor with his Magotan yesterday. Resetting the maintenance light is actually quite simple: After turning off the engine, hold down the round button on the right side of the dashboard without releasing it, turn the key to the ignition-on position (don't start the engine), and wait for the maintenance reset prompt to appear on the screen. Keep holding until the confirmation pop-up appears, which takes about ten seconds or so. Release the button, turn off the power, and restart the car. Remember, some model years may require accessing the menu via steering wheel buttons, while older cars mostly use physical buttons. If you try twice without success, don't force it—it might be a system glitch or require professional equipment to reset. Regular maintenance is important; make sure the oil and oil filter are actually replaced before resetting, so you're not driving around with a car that needs servicing after the light is reset.

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Destiny
12/03/25 4:44am

To reset the maintenance light on my 2012 Magotan, follow these four steps: First, turn off the engine and press the odometer button. Then, turn the key to the ignition-on position and hold for 15 seconds until text appears on the dashboard before releasing. Finally, restart the vehicle. For newer models with a multifunction steering wheel, reset it by navigating to the maintenance option using the left and right buttons. It's recommended to perform this operation when the engine is cold to avoid accidental touches, and clean the dashboard dust beforehand. If the reset keeps failing, check the fuses and avoid poking the button with tools. The Magotan's electronic system is quite sensitive; if you can't manage it yourself, it's worth spending some money to have a repair shop reset it with a computer and check for fault codes.

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