how to reset the oil light on my Volkswagen Tiguan Second Generation (2018-present)

Volkswagen Tiguan 2nd Gen (2018-Present)

5-10 minutes

Time

easy

Difficulty

low

Severity

3 min read

409 words

Problem Statement

Learn how to reset the oil light on your Volkswagen Tiguan (2018-present) with this step-by-step guide. Keep your vehicle's maintenance in check.

Affected Component

Electrical

Estimated Time

5-10 minutes

Important safety information - read before proceeding

•Ensure the vehicle is in 'Park' (for automatic transmission) or 'Neutral' (for manual transmission) during the reset process.

1
Ensure the vehicle is parked on a level surface and the engine is off.
2
Insert the key into the ignition or press the start button without starting the engine.
3
Access the vehicle's infotainment system or instrument cluster menu.
4
Locate the 'Settings' or 'Vehicle' menu on the display.
5
Navigate to 'Service' or 'Oil Change' option.
6
Confirm the reset procedure when prompted on the screen.

After completing the repair, verify that the issue has been resolved:

To prevent this issue from occurring again:

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Diagnostic Steps

1
Ensure the vehicle is parked on a level surface and the engine is off.
2
Insert the key into the ignition or press the start button without starting the engine.
3
Access the vehicle's infotainment system or instrument cluster menu.
4
Locate the 'Settings' or 'Vehicle' menu on the display.
5
Navigate to 'Service' or 'Oil Change' option.
6
Confirm the reset procedure when prompted on the screen.

Solution

1. Preparation

Gather the vehicle key and ensure the vehicle is in the "On" position without starting the engine.
Have the owner's manual on hand for reference if needed.

Turn on the Ignition: Insert the key and turn to the “On” position or press the start button without depressing the brake pedal.
Navigate to Menu: Use the steering wheel controls or the touchscreen to access the main menu on the display.
Select Settings: Scroll through the menu options and select "Settings."

3. Reset the Oil Light

Find Service Menu: Within the Settings, look for "Service" or "Vehicle."
Select Oil Change Option: Choose the "Oil Change" or "Reset Oil Change" option.
Confirm Reset: Follow the on-screen prompts to confirm the reset of the oil light.
Exit Menu: Once the reset is confirmed, exit the menu to return to the main screen.