How to Reset Service and Inspection Lights for VW and Audi's

We show you how to reset the service or inspection due light on your VW or Audi with the OBDeleven. Resetting the service light on your vehicle is a requirement to keep track of the maintenance on your vehicle. If you do your own work or get your vehicle serviced at a shop that does not have access to a scan tool the OBDeleven is the most cost-effective way to perform this task. You will no longer have to pay the dealer hour labor just to reset your light.
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[@Deutscheautoparts]

Update - Since making this video OBDeleven has created a next-gen version that works with iPhones! you can still buy the android version if you would like. LINKS BELOW Next-Gen - OBDeleven VW and Audi Scan Tool HERE www.shopdap.com/nextgen-obdeleven-ios-android-vw-audi-scantool.html Older Android Style OBDeleven Pro Scan Tool www.shopdap.com/obdelevenpro-vw-audi-scan-tool.html

[@joeshmoe12301230]

What the difference between the next gen (black with red stripe) and the “pro pack” (Black with blue stripe) devices? Thank you

[@dwalker7264]

I've had the OBDEleven ever since it first hit the market. It is a MUST have for any Audi enthusiast. I've saved a ton of $$$ on maintenance resets, brake service (rear brake) and having peace of mind just incase that check engine light comes on. Before ANY mods, definitely get this little device.

[@isoccerpluse]

Man thank you! So happy I found this video. I've been wanting to do my own maintenance on my S5 but couldn't get rid of the annoying light. Now I can big thanks

[@tuftylb]

Perfect timing! Thank you Paul

[@takeomack2782]

Great video! Doing this tomorrow, thanks for the help Paul! 👍

[@Lord_Dazzla]

skip to 3:10. leave the guy a like anyway. OBDELEVEN USERS!

[@ncarnaiz]

Sooooo simple! Thanks for sharing!

[@tredfxman]

*NONE of the videos i watched worked for me !!!* - BUT this is how you do it if you have a *Multifunction Steering Wheel* (tons of buttons to left and right on steering wheel) On the right of your steering wheel click Left button that look like 2 overlapping windows until you reach Settings Menu. Then click Arrow Down button until you reach Service. Click OK in middle. Click Arrow Down again, click OK again. Will the Service be Reset? Click OK. - *Done & Dusted !!!* 👍

[@skrichter]

Device works great. Easy to use. Cleared my annoying service interval light. Thx for the video.

[@utbasat]

A best ever VW adviser

[@mqbr22]

Thanx a lot. A dealer wanted to charge me 80$ to reset the light after I did my own oil change service.

[@Somewondude]

smh

[@tredfxman]

Something i did in 2-3 minutes on my Multifunction Steering Wheel with the buttons. To my belief the easiest way to do it! Also scanned & cleared with OBD Eleven, but it didnt do anything.

[@nyvinchenz9430]

Great info but do you have a video on how to set readiness monitors for state emissions inspection like in vcds

[@JoseSanchez-ww2fl]

Thanks Paul appreciated.

[@samjekel2673]

You're always a lifesaver. Anytime I need to figure something out about my audi you manage to have a video about it.

[@pabloczer4858]

Works like charm 👍

[@scottfiresign953]

Great video and information. I'm interested in purchasing this from you guys, but I have a question. I have a 2014 Audi RS5 and need to do the rear brakes. Will this OBD11 software release the electronic parking brake?

[@antonvalchev1433]

Thanks mate 👍

[@silkyslimjmj8926]

😜thanks you are the man

[@vwaudiharley1]

Its a good explained top Movie 👌👍👍👍

[@prince1786cb]

Thanks 🙏

[@mehranmoghadam4217]

Hi thanks for the reset service light with Obdeleven video. can you please let me know how should I prime the fuel system on my 2014 vw Passat TDI I recently I did purchase a Obdeleven, But I can not do it.thanks

[@skullworkz]

Worked on my B8 S4! Put some manual transmission cars in your video's.

[@thesage1621]

So I went out and bought the obd11 tool and followed your prompts, but it would not reset the inspection service light. Also, do you have to purchase credits in order to do that? It prompted me to that and I purchased 20 credits then try to reset it and it still wouldn't do it. Any advice?

[@Gino20202]

Is there a way to reset the inspection reminder to come on for the month your inspection is actually due? Mine's been off since I got the car. It comes on now (March) and my inspection isn't due until July. If I just reset it without changing it, it'll come on again next March when it's (again) not really due. It's annoying.

[@alexhatcher8812]

I bought a used GOLF, and changed ALL The fluids, but between intervals. do i need to wait til the service reminder shows up to "reset it" also: I like to do my oil every 5k, where does ODBeleven allow that switch. is that bad vs good oil?

[@alfredoroisenzvit5364]

Hi. thanks for the Tut! I have a 2013 Touareg V8 4.2. it actually has a service reset on the multimedia screen. I have OBDeleven as well. The service reset is for 10000Km, but I'm doing long life for 15k. can you share the long coding codes in order to be able to set the service reminder for 15k? Thanks!!!

[@antj211]

I have a 2011 q7 TDI. All I have is a service due light on. I would like to be able to uo on all service issues and have the option to erase codes. I understand there's 2 models? Which would you recommend for my purposes?

[@fredygump5578]

I just changed my oil this afternoon on my '16 GTI, and luckily I do have the OBDeleven. (But I haven't attempted to reset the light, so this will save some time!) On my '12 TDI, the reset was in the dash menue...why would they intentionally make life difficult for their customers? If a dealer tried to charge me $130 to reset, I would leave and never come back!

[@hykok]

Do you need the pro version to do long coding to reset the service inspection reset? Do you need to buy new credits everytime you want to reset the service inspection light?

[@davidzonen5980]

Will this device reset the Inspection Service indicator on an R8? I downloaded the app and see Oil Service reset but not Inspection Service. Thanks

[@richardrivera7040]

Hi,I asked over a week ago if any of the OBD devices with a connected cord would work to reset the inspection,service alert on an Audit 2016 A4 since I have a smart phone and no access to an android and have not received an answer. Respectfully, can you please assist me with this issues. Sincerely: Richard

[@roughryder5]

Hey man, can you tell me if it's possible to remove an 'app' that I installed on the MMI? I enabled 'Race' mode using the OBDEvelen application and now I want to remove it so I can take my car to the Audi dealership. Please tell me this is possible...I'm not seeing the option to remove.

[@intruth1]

Does it work on c7 model? 2012 A6? Service due in the dash... not the oil change that can be done in the MMI

[@theeinsuranceguy]

I just bought Carista for my 13 Audi RS5 and the Service Due light is still there after changing this function using the app. Any ideas? Im using the latest app Android version.

[@marcusestrada6661]

I bought the original a week or so ago and paid for the pro version but I'm not able to do anything in this or the other videos. If I try to do what you explained I have to pay for credits which are $2 a piece just to perform the action. It's reduculous,I tried adjusting the lights as well since I have aftermarket LEDs but it'll asked me to pay additional $2 is this normal?

[@mvmcali6900]

do I need to purhase this OBDeleven device to plug inot the OBDII port just to reset that light?

[@siphomogashoa1620]

How do I reset the insoection light on my audi s3 2015

[@johnnyparker2128]

I assume the tablet/iPad app is slightly different from Android/iPhone because my app doesn't look like that. Using iPhone 11

[@redzone5655]

Should I use OBD Eleven or the OBD Eleven PRO version to do this?

[@timoteo2157]

So how do we find out what service is due ? 2013 b8.5 allroad 86k

[@ethmtn604]

Any help on resetting services notifications without obd tools please 🙏 VW ID4'

[@adycrap]

Sick

[@jaysomeone3376]

Hey quick question. I've had my obd11 for 2 years clearing service interval was great first time. But it doesn't clear it anymore. It says successful but instrument cluster doesn't reflect this. Obd11 takes my credits but car still shows service due.

[@Deutscheautoparts]

+jay s please reach out to obdeleven to see if they can help.

[@MaxStudioCG2023]

but how about to put the kilometrage for next inspection on the dashboard?

[@MouseCIick]

isnt there a reset pattern like holding the trip button or ODO button whatever while turning the car on engine off or something like that.

[@tredfxman]

There is but it didnt help me! *NONE Worked for me !!!* - This is how you do it if you have a *Multifunction Steering Wheel* On the right of your steering wheel click Left button that look like 2 overlapping windows until you reach Settings Menu. Then click Arrow Down button until you reach Service. Click OK in middle. Click Arrow Down again, click OK again. Will the Service be Reset? Click OK. - *Done & Dusted !!!* 👍

[@STICKSHFT]

does the Cobb reset the service light?

[@tdg8321]

Will this OBDeleven reset my SERVICE DUE light on my 2012 Audi A5? If so, would this work on Galaxy Tablet a? Thank you! Tom

[@intruth1]

Any answer yet? ... hmm the service due in the instrument cluster with a wrench symbol right?

[@arielcastro34]

Will it work for a 2022 VW ID4 inspection due 12k? Reset??

[@jskraag]

Did not work for my audi a4b6. Red line pops up and it says 'somthing whent wrong pleace try again.' And when I tried to do it again its says' working ' And nothing more happens its stuck. Somthing that should be easy, is only irritating.

[@kyleholben]

How to do you change the interval?

[@stephencannon3140]

I would guess the answer is yes but want to confirm.....before I order. Is there a IPhone version of OBD11?

[@2006stiguy]

For the 2018 Volkswagen Passat GT you can reset both the oil life and the service reminder inspection now messages in less than one minute using the multifunction screen and steering wheel controls. With the car off hold the master trip reset button turn the color to the on position and in the multifunction display it will give you the option to clear the oil reset message. Click OK and now your service interval is reset for the oil change. For the service now message make sure the car is turned off turn the hazard lights or flashers on then hold the master tripped reset button and while holding the button turn the car to the on position and the option to reset the service now message is displayed on the multifunction display click OK and now you’re all set ready to go no need to pay anything at all for these simple reset procedures

[@vhjioa]

That's with OBD credits though, there are ways without using credits like under dashboard >>> adaptation

[@antoniojframalho]

As all sellers never gave the complete information... For those 2 simple tasks you had to pay for it. 10 credits in each operation, and do not always work as that simple. My last reset, oil and inspection I wasted 60 credits due an app malfunction. It is cheaper as a dealer? Yes, it is, but isn't free.

[@hydrainarms3135]

Can this be done with a regular obd scanner

[@40ozWreck]

Do i have to buy the pro version of obdeleven to reset the inspection due??

[@OGMama75]

Get on with it!

[@ksichelstiel]

Doing this yourself rather than paying the dealer to reset 1 time pays for the OBDeleven!!!

[@charliecearley8073]

$65 now on amazon

[@echtogammut]

I noticed that the European B9 models have the option to reset the service interval in the MMI. OBD11 is a good tool, but it is ridiculous that it is necessary in order to do basic maintenance. This must have been at the request of American dealers.

[@bgardiner3354]

Does this work to get rid of the "Service due" message on Audi's??

[@keemykeem7522]

Did not work for me car I have the OBD eleven

[@dominickgorini5907]

2014Audi A5 Convertible - Is the Inspection Service due the same as Service Due? I can reset my Oil Service Interval through the MMI but not my "Service Due" light. Will this allow me to reset my Service Due light?

[@intruth1]

Any answer yet? This is the real issue that seems like requires VCDS -_-

[@dominickgorini5907]

In Truth - yes the device is needed to reset the service interval light. It does work, plus you can “turn on” other features that you may want like windows open / close from the key fob.

[@nyclassic4ever130]

I just bought a 2014 Audi Q5...service due comes on. Now should I really get that checked out in case something is really due? Or just reset it myself and ignore? The dealer that sold it to me (not Audi) swears nothing needs to be done...just reset but says they can't do it..but Audi dealer or service can.. 🤔 I just got 92k miles. Anyone??

[@namithasrinath2182]

I have a 2011 A4 and have the "Service Due" pop up every time I start or stop the engine. This isnt the oil change interval which I can reset myself. Will this tool reset the "Service Due" Do I need to pay extra other than just buying the dongle?

[@matthewstrupp7274]

i have the same problem did you figure out how to reset it?

[@intruth1]

Matthew Strupp any answer?

[@rizwanhaque9735]

I have the same car and just did it an hour ago. The device arrived today so i am just a beginner. You can reset using the adaptation function on obdeleven. 17 Dashboard Adaptation Oil service reset: Channel 02 - enter new value 0 Inspection service reset: Channel 53 - enter new value 0 Channel 55 - enter new value 0

[@Roberto7GL]

Hello (...2015 Audi S6), I do a lot of the service task myself; like filter changes, break fluid, etc. That said, will the new 'onboard digital service history' automatically assume that the relevant service task were complete for the given service interval? Or, does this app ONLY reset the oil-change interval? This is critical, as I live in Germany, and for future resale of a car the service history has to be A-Z complete. Thank you in advance!

[@thefunction8512]

Do you have to be using an android device

[@andrew.triggs]

Don't forget about ShopDAP's other video that shows how to do this without OBD11. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZbPepWnoL6bi7M

[@Deutscheautoparts]

That would only apply to MK7 specifically that procedure would not work on all models.

[@thelegendarybigpum5699]

Another great video from DAP! This is definitely a convenient way to reset the service intervals. For those of you without the OBDeleven, you can reset both the oil and inspection service lights as shown here; kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZbPepWnoL6bi7M. Can confirm this works on mkVII GTI with keyless ignition.

[@richardrivera7040]

Does the OBD11 work with an apple device and on an Audi A4?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

+richard rivera no this is android only.

[@richardrivera7040]

Deutsche Auto Parts thanks for replying. I appreciate that you did.

[@richardrivera7040]

Deutsche Auto Parts hi, and thanx again for replying. However, can I ask if one of the other devices that has the cord connected and does not need an app through a phone work as well? Because the service for the inspection on my Audi A4 is driving me crazy! Thanks you again.

[@richardwilliams5842]

The fact that Audi or ANY service place would charge someone a hundred dollars or more just to reset your service light is highway robbery!!!!! Takes less than 2 minutes SMDH

[@chriswilliamson607]

Why does the app ask me to buy credits to reset my service lights? How many credits do I need

[@fse7794]

whats inspection? is it differs from service? do i need inspection at all?

[@szf2316]

how you got answer for this?

[@RahimRahim-cc7rl]

Like like 👍

[@EduardGulia]

I have a question: is it possible to reset the service / oil change interval by entering custom values for the mileage / days remaining until next service / oil change ?

[@hfd268]

Eduard Gulia yes with vag-com but it’s a little bit more difficult

[@yoshi10152010]

Will this work on my 2014 Audi S4?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

yes

[@Master321v]

Hey mate! I have obd11...pro version bought....and try to do the same..but f.uck...there is no window like in your app... How the hell?! Make me realy nervous...lol I can see only the control units window... Where can i find these like in yours?! Ie seat bekt warings...oil reset..and so on...

[@redzone5655]

Master321v is that true?

[@Master321v]

@@redzone5655 yes it was. TBH i am a caveman in a digital world...but i saw youtube vids and i sorted out this shit...🤣🤣🤣

[@vietto4378]

So this obdeleven only works on android phones?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

iOS coming in the next couple months

[@AtikurRahman-hr8up]

Hi

[@scott2735]

This video no longer works, there is no apps section on the new app

[@blockbertus]

Bought OBD11 mainly for this but despites the fact that there is an app for my 1.6 Audi A3 8L (2001, EU) it doesn't work. I found the solution for that with the clock and track reset knobs. I must say that I'm not really happy with OBD11 at all. It is really slow and opening any modules causes it to basically lock up. :( Nevertheless, I enjoy your videos. Any suggestions on how to install a catch-can in the said car? As you might know, that engine is prone to oil sludge buildup due to condensation. Earlier versions of that same engine even froze because of that.

[@Deutscheautoparts]

+blocki many older models have much slower control modules. This can make accessing them more painful. I can't speak to that model as we don't have in in the us so don't have more details than that.

[@biscuiteater40]

I may be thinking of something different, but don't you just hold down the trip reset button on the dash as you start the car? Maybe that is oil change only?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

That is the method for the MK7. This wouldnt be as applicable there but would be for most other models.

[@janjaso]

Theres oil change light and a service light. You can do oil change easily with pushing n pulling dash sticks but service light needs a tool hooked to computer theres no way around it, easy $$ for audi vw

[@Russel530]

@@janjaso snap on device does it

[@ivofixzone6410]

@@Russel530 Snap on device costs a fortune. The idea is to do it quick, easy and cheaper.

[@HellaMeiste]

Damn it i dont have Android, I just got iPhone so when OBDeleven for iphone ??? I don’t trust Dealer mechanic anymore...My first audi got so many BS before, now i have a new Audi along with the first in my garage! It seems that now i got “ inspection due” that i dont want to bring to dealer for reseting!

[@paulbakajin257]

2019 AUDI Q5 Inspection due DID NOT clear using the OBD11. Not sure if I did something wrong ur just not capable.

[@neridaberrocalmoscoso10]

No option for me, you have to buy the scan tool for USD 80 with no guarantee that this works on my Audi

[@diesel7806]

I successfully reset the service reminder on my 2014 audi a6 with $10 elm327 obdII that I bought from amazon and I use carista app with that!

[@zipper978]

2:30

[@Chillymosquito]

Thank you

[@antoniojframalho]

This kind of intervation shouldn't required 10 obd 11 credits. The dealer does it when the car needs to do schedule service. It is a waste of money.

[@chrisbalfoort2564]

OBD Eleven?!? It’s Roman numerals for 2. It’s the second generation of On-board Diagnostics.

[@RICHIE_RICH89]

Obd2 u mean.

[@t58beare]

Nope, OBDEleven

[@afshin3232]

Do not waste your money on this. The app asking you to use credits to be able to reset fault code or do anything else and you have to pay almost $3 us dollar every time. Witch is nonsense

[@t58beare]

Okay, enjoy paying $80 for the dealer just to turn off the light/reset reminder since $1.30 is SO OUTRAGEOUS. Shit only Bill Gates can afford $1.30, what a terrible device because of this. It's also a shame that in the live coding section you can change anything that costs credits for free by entering it manually. Lazy cheap ass.

[@dailydrivenmuscle.]

Umm...you have to pay credits to that...what a joke. So 100bucks for doing 4:17 plus you have to buy 10 credits for the service option...WTF

[@elliew.1922]

OBDEleven is frustrating. Their credit system makes it worse.

[@justinfoster.]

He talks like he’s trying to fill a word count

[@DanielSallade]

It's OBD2 #Roman numerals. SMH. OBDII they are "I"'s.

[@Deutscheautoparts]

Its the brand name of the product OBD Eleven

[@Lord_Dazzla]

ha ha.....

[@dcippitelli]

This video is little misleading as it implies the only way to reset these lights is with a OBDeleven or VAGCom which is not true. Why not inform people that anyone can reset the service and inspection lights yourself for free using procedures already built into the software in the car? These procedures are available on youtube with a simple search.

[@firstnamelastname776]

why dont you be smart enough to provide that link !!

[@dcippitelli]

firstname lastname kzbin.info/www/bejne/bobLXqWqjN9og8k

[@TheToyCentre_UK]

I'm sure that works fine for that particular VW model. But with an audi a3 with mms - the button doesn't exist - so manual reset can't be done without vag or odbii. Oil change notice can be cancelled - the service due is tantalisingly displayed - but no reset is available in the mms menu grrr.

[@HellaMeiste]

Davide Cippitelli but “ inspection due” is NONE, we need something like obd11 to do ourself but this obd11 is for android only duh!

[@godovermoney1124]

I don't want or need any car I have to hook up to a phone to reset stuff. No thanks !!!!!

[@curtishill5172]

Audi pisses me off sometimes...... they want you to bring your car in so they can charge you for nothing. You can reset your oil light easily but not the service light. 🖕🖕🖕🖕🖕🖕🖕🖕

[@rockhead1731]

enough with the obd11 who wants to pay (buy credits) every time you do something to your car. might as well take it back to the dealer

[@nickolastiguan]

it comes with some credits i believe, and i am sure the OBD11 with credit purchases will still be cheaper than a stealership. especially an Audi dealership

[@rockhead1731]

nickolastiguan. no I get it, of course is cheaper than the dealership. I just don't like the pay-to-play aspect of it I'd rather just get rostech or something similar, which I did (Total Car Diagnostics vag-com cable and rostech free software) but to each his own✌

[@thelegendarybigpum5699]

Erick R , you can get about 5 credits each day, one for logging on and 4 more for watching ads that you can pretty much close right after they load. Most of the apps are 10 credits, so in two days of logging in, you made up the credits.

[@Deutscheautoparts]

I think you might misunderstand what OBDeleven credits are used for. Most of the Apps which require credits are not a feature that exists with vagcom. Most apps are a 1 touch coding feature intended if you dont know how or dont want to make the effort to perform a specific coding. The cost for 100 credits is currently $13.00 this means the cost per service light reset is $1.30. Most people drive enough miles for 100 credits to last the entire life of their vehicle for service resets. With all that said there are plenty ways to get free credits and most importantly if you know how to perform coding and adaptations in vagcom...... You wont need any credits at all. Hope this helps clarify

[@rockhead1731]

Deutsche Auto Parts no I fully understand and for the less tech-savvy the obd11 makes sense I am a technician and enjoy the oem level diagnostic and coding available through vag-com

[@rajahghany6826]

U outage your mind, they do reset the servile and expection code.lier for real

[@chrishuxford7823]

Douche auto parts is a joke.

[@ivofixzone6410]

Thanks, but no thanks. Good video, but you are no better than Audi dealers. For one Service light to buy your adapter for $80.00 ? No way.