2014-2023 VW Volkswagen Tiguan Oil Service/Inspection Light Reset Guide

Last Updated on August 19, 2022 by Nick

Hello, governor! Today, I will show you step-by-step how to reset the oil service light or inspection reminder on VW Volkswagen Tiguan. Basically, you can learn this tutorial on page 272 in your owner manual. But I know you guys are busy, so I make this content to save your time.

Anyway, after you finish the engine oil change on your VW Tiguan, you still have to reset the oil service light. If you’re not going to take your car to the dealer or authorized service and you need to reset it, that is how you do it. So stay tuned before you get into the action.

2014-2017 VW Tiguan Service/Inspection Light Reset

All right I have a 2017 VW Tiguan and I’m going to show you how to reset the service and the inspection light as well on it. It’s quite a simple procedure on this. So the way you do this is:

Basic Display (Service Reset)

• The first step is to turn the key off
• Next, hold the 0.0/SET button down, and then you turn the key to the on position but don’t start the car

• Once it lights up you let go of that button and then you press the ❏ button on the left side of the dash

Premium Display (Service Reset)

• Stick the key in and turn it to the on position 
• Now press and hold the 0.0/SET button
• As you hold it, switch the ignition on
• And then in the middle screen right there you can see it says do you want to reset service? So all you need to do is press the OK on the steering wheel to confirm

With Basic Display (Inspection Reset)

To reset the general inspection reminder is very similar but with one difference you need to turn on your hazard lights. So let’s do it.

• First, make sure you switch the hazards light on

• Then hold down the 0.0/SET button and at the same time you switch the ignition on
• So the next thing you do is within 20 seconds to the left there’s another little button, so you just press that and it should be reset

With Premium Display (Inspection Reset)

• Turn the key off
• Now turn on the hazard lights
• Hold down the 0.0/SET button and while holding that you turn on the ignition
• After that, you will see the question comes up, so press OK on the steering and it should be cleared

2018-2023 Volkswagen Tiguan Oil Service Reset

With Digital Cluster

• Put on the ignition
• Use the ◄or► button until we get to the DRIVING DATA
• After you get to driving data you need to use the ▲or▼ arrows button to get to the RANGE and click OK

• When you see that screen pop up you press and hold OK until it brings you to the SERVICE MENU
• From there you can RESET OIL SERVICE or RESET INSPECTION

For your info, this operation work for the second generation of the VW Volkswagen Tiguan (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 model years). For the older ones, you can reach it here.

Volkswagen Tiguan Maintenance Schedule

Your Volkswagen Tiguan needs routine maintenance at intervals corresponding with the mileage you have driven on it. Routine maintenance includes changing the oil and filter, checking the fluids in the windshield washer, wiper fluid, and headlamp cleaning fluid, and completing a safety inspection. Routine maintenance also includes checking all four tires’ brake pads and overall wear. Your mechanic will ensure your car is safe to drive by checking the lining of each tire, examining how thick they are, and replacing the brake pads if they aren’t too worn.

Routine maintenance is crucial for your VW Tiguan. If you neglect regular maintenance, your car can experience a shortened life span. Routine maintenance can be done by a VW technician, who will be able to recognize potential mechanical issues before they become severe. It’s the best way to ensure your car runs at its best for a long time.

VW Tiguan service intervals

The VW Tiguan Maintenance Schedule will provide important information about the following steps when maintaining your vehicle. Your Volkswagen Tiguan should have routine service every 10,000 miles. During these frequent visits, a technician will inspect various parts of the car, including the drive shaft, transmission, and brakes. They will also check the shock absorbers and coil springs. These services are recommended for all Volkswagen Tiguan owners, as they are the essential parts of your car.

To some, it may come as a surprise to find that the 2019 VW Tiguan, one of the most technologically equipped SUVs on the market, can go up to 10,000 miles without oil changes. However, you should only do this cautiously; we advise getting it checked every 5,000–7,000 miles or six months, whichever comes first, depending on how often you drive and the weather. In the winter, for instance, when you’re driving, the interval should be shorter, so your engine is always ready to face severe conditions.

FAQ – VW Tiguan Engine Oil

So that’s all you have to do. So now you will check the following oil change is in ten thousand miles which is almost more than a year you know one year is equal to 365 days. But I don’t recommend it; I’ll recommend you guys to at least change the oil twice a year to keep your engine nice, smooth, and healthy. So anyway love you guys; thank you so much for reading, and I hope this video has been helpful. Good luck!