Resetting The Inspection Reminder

2011 Volkswagen Golf Base, 2D Hatchback, 2.5 A, StandardSECTION Resetting The Inspection Reminder

With Basic Display:Β 

  1. Switch OFF ignition.
  2. Switch ON the emergency flashers.
  3. Hold down the 0.0/SET button in the instrument cluster (lower right under speedometer display).
  4. Switch ON ignition.
  5. Release the 0.0/SET button and push the clock-setting button (lower left under speedometer display) within 20 seconds.
    NOTE: On models where the messages "Reset oil change interval?" or "Reset inspection interval?" appear, push the 0.0/SET button again while the appropriate message is displayed.
  6. Switch OFF the emergency flashers.

With Premium Display:Β 

  1. Switch OFF ignition.
  2. Switch ON the emergency flashers.
  3. Hold down the 0.0/SET button in the instrument cluster (lower right under speedometer display).
  4. Switch ON ignition.
  5. Release the 0.0/SET button.
    NOTE: On models where the messages "Reset oil change interval?" or "Reset inspection interval?" appear, push the 0.0/SET button again while the appropriate message is displayed.
  6. A confirmation message appears in the display. Confirm with the OK/RESET on the windshield wiper lever, or the OK button on the multi-function steering wheel.
  7. Switch OFF the emergency flashers.
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