Volkswagen tire pressure light reset

To reset the tire pressure light on a Volkswagen (Models with a physical TPMS reset button (often in the glovebox)): Inflate all tires to the recommended pressure. Open the glovebox and locate the TPMS reset button. Press and hold it until the light blinks or a chime confirms the reset.

Key takeaways

  • Inflate every tire to the door-jamb pressure first - the light is telling you something.
  • 2 procedures listed for Volkswagen, by model year or family.
  • No special tool needed for the procedures below.
  • If it does not work, confirm your exact year in the owner's manual.

Models with a physical TPMS reset button (often in the glovebox)

Reset button

  1. Inflate all tires to the recommended pressure.
  2. Open the glovebox and locate the TPMS reset button.
  3. Press and hold it until the light blinks or a chime confirms the reset.

Sources: AlexsAutoHaus.com - How do I reset the tire pressure light on my Volkswagen, Capital One - How do I reset the tire pressure light in a Volkswagen - independent references, not the manufacturer.

Infotainment-equipped models without a physical button

Dashboard menu

  1. Inflate all tires to the recommended pressure.
  2. Navigate the infotainment system to Settings, then Vehicle, then TPMS Calibration.
  3. Confirm the calibration and drive briefly to complete the relearn.

Source: Starling Buick GMC Stuart - Reset tire pressure sensor: easy TPMS reset guide (generic infotainment path also used on VW Group vehicles) - independent references, not the manufacturer.

Tools that help

These fit any car. A gauge that reads to 0.5 psi takes the guesswork out of the relearn.

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