How to reset the service interval on Skoda: Octavia, Rapid, Fabia, Superb, Yeti

The Skoda Fabia was first launched in 1999, and gained popularity again when the Czech automaker released its third generation in 2015. Thanks to its high reliability, the Fabia can detect faults and when a fault is detected by the vehicle's computer (ECU), an indicator light lights up on the dashboard. To clear the service warning, you need to follow a few simple steps.

How to reset the service interval

The appearance of a signal about the need for maintenance is a common problem that almost every motorist has encountered. In this case, the display may flash and the device may make annoying beeps. In service centers, when resetting, they make an entry in the service book and stick a sticker indicating the date of the next maintenance. Manufacturers do not recommend resetting the data yourself, as the indicator settings may be lost. But most often, no malfunctions in the operation of the vehicle systems are observed.

Typically, a service notification appears after approximately 15,000 kilometers or 372 days. But most drivers perform maintenance much more often, approximately every 5-7 thousand kilometers. After changing the oil and filters yourself, the message “Service” appears. After all, the system cannot recognize that the fluid has already been replaced. You can remove this inscription yourself without overpaying at a car service center. It is possible to reset the recorded information if the “Service” indicator lights up on the screen.

How to reset service on Skoda Octavia (A7, A5, A3)

Depending on the configuration, information can be displayed on the display or multifunction screen. To reset on a car with a regular display, for example Octavia A3 , you must perform the following steps:

1. Turn on the ignition.
2. Press and hold the knob located to the right of the screen for 5 seconds.
3. Without releasing the button, turn on the ignition again.
4. Now you need to turn the knob to the right or left. The service interval has been reset.

Octavia A5 models produced before 2015, the instructions presented above will not work. The operation is performed according to the following scheme:

1. Press and hold the mileage reset regulator for about 15 seconds. At the same time, activate the ignition.
2. Turn the regulator to the right. The display will show the value “15,000 kilometers”.
3. You need to wait a few seconds and make sure that the data has been successfully reset.

Video instruction:

The next generation of cars from the Czech automaker is Octavia A7 , which began production in 2013. To reset the service interval on this machine, you will need to follow a few simple steps:

1. Without turning on the ignition, press the switch on the right. It is intended to reset the counter of the distance traveled per day.
2. After 15 seconds, turn the ignition key.
3. You can now release the switch. The display will display a menu with several options; here you need to select zeroing the service interval.
4. You can then reactivate the ignition.

Video on how to reset the interval on the Octavia A7:

Service warning

The color of the indicator/symbol usually indicates how urgent or dangerous the problem is. Blue and green simply indicate that the light is active, yellow indicates a minor fault or something that requires attention soon, and red, or especially flashing red, indicates a fault that requires immediate attention.

Here are the main warning lights, symbols, meanings and corresponding actions for the first generation Fabia 1999-2007, second generation 2007-2013 (2014) and third generation 2015 to date - MPI, TSI and TDI versions.

Wrench icon

Appears on the MAXI DOT instrument panel/display when vehicle service or inspection is required. If you service your Fabia yourself, or if you've already had it serviced at a dealership but forgot to reset the service interval reminder, read on to learn how to reset the reminder.

Danger and attention symbols (red and yellow exclamation marks)

New Skoda Fabia models use warning triangles with an exclamation point to indicate certain other warning signals. If the warning light comes on and is accompanied by a red triangle, this indicates danger. Immediate action is required here. This may be hazardous to the safety of passengers and/or may result in damage to the vehicle. A yellow triangle indicates a warning and requires attention as soon as possible.

Transmission fault indicator (red)

A gear with a red exclamation mark indicates a gearbox/transmission fault and is only displayed on the MAXI DOT display. If the icon is highlighted with a red danger triangle, you may encounter one of two warnings:

• STOP VEHICLE GEARBOX OVERHEAT. Stop the car and turn off the engine. You can continue your journey as soon as the interval indicator light goes out.
• GEARBOX FAULTY WORKSHOP. Stop the car and turn off the engine. Seek help as you are unable to continue your journey.

Displaying a service warning on Skoda Fabia

Transmission fault indicator (yellow)

If the icon is highlighted with a yellow attention triangle, you may see one of the following messages:

• GEARBOX OVERHEATED. You can continue your journey, but you must do so carefully.
• GEARBOX ERROR REV_ GEAR NOT AVAIL. You can continue your trip. Reverse gear is not available.
• GEARBOX ERROR. You can continue driving. Seek assistance from an engineer as soon as possible.

Battery warning

The alternator/battery warning light will come on when a fault is detected and the system will not be able to charge it. Immediately turn off all unnecessary electrical appliances to save energy. If the coolant light comes on at the same time as the alternator light, stop the vehicle as soon as possible, turn off the engine and do not continue driving as there is a risk of engine damage.

Coolant temperature/level warning

• Red. Fabia engine coolant is too hot or the level is too low. Stop and turn off the engine as soon as possible and allow it to cool for at least 20 minutes. Check the coolant level and add it if necessary. If the light comes on again and the coolant level is sufficient, call for assistance immediately. In new generations of Fabia, the MAXI DOT display may show an engine coolant indicator together with a red warning triangle.
• Blue. The engine coolant is cold and the engine has not reached optimal operating temperature. Avoid high engine loads.

How to reset the inspection service on a Skoda Rapid

The action algorithm is selected based on which on-board computer is installed. Difficulties may arise if the manufacturer supplied the Maxi Dot system with a built-in VAG scanner. You can quickly reset the readings by following the steps in this order:

1. With the ignition off, press the daily mileage switch and do not release.
2. Activate the ignition without pressing the button.
3. When a message appears on the screen about resetting the maintenance indicator after changing the oil, press the left button located at the bottom of the wiper lever.
4. The information should be deleted; you can remove the ignition key.

In Skoda vehicles with a standard on-board computer there are two separate reset buttons. The Rapid model uses a double button with the following symbols: Set – to switch display modes and reset data, 0.0 – reset the TO indicator.

1. If the car was manufactured after 2013, you must turn on the
2. You need to turn everything off, then hold down the “set” key, it’s on the right.
3. After a few seconds, turn on the ignition
4. Release the button.

The left side of the key labeled “0.0” does not need to be used. It is clicked when the oil interval is reset. For models equipped with a multifunction display, the procedure is different. You must turn on the ignition and follow the instructions:

1. Click on the lower right button and do not release until the menu opens.
2. Quickly press the lower left key.
3. Press and hold the right button again until the “Setup” message appears.
4. Then briefly press the second key.
5. Repeat steps from step 3. “Service” should appear on the screen.
6. Perform steps 4 and 5 again, wait until the “Reset” line is displayed
7. Click on the lower left button.
8. Turn off the ignition.

Step by step video:

Resetting the Rapid oil change service indicator

There are several options for resetting values, depending on the presence of Maxidot on the instrument panel.

Maxidot (Maxidot) is a type of on-board computer. Located in the center of the dashboard between the tachometer and speedometer. To quickly determine its presence or absence, see if the car icon is displayed (see picture); if so, it is there. Otherwise, you have a regular on-board computer.

Photo 3. On-board computer Maxidot.

If your car does not have a Maxidot, then you need to do the same steps as for the 2nd generation Fabia.

If available, do the following:

1. Press and hold the daily mileage reset button (the ignition must be turned off!).
2. Turn on the ignition (continuing to hold the key). A display appears with the inscription “Reset
   the oil change service
3. On the wiper activation lever, press button 2 (diagram No. 6).

Diagram 6.
The message “The indicator has been reset” appears, after which we turn off the ignition.

Video instruction

Skoda Roomster 1.4 2013 With maxi dot display. To reset the maintenance, you need to press the button on the wiper lever at the end (up or down) with the ignition on (up or down) and hold for about five seconds. A screen will appear with the words DISPLAY, STATUS and SETTINGS, select SETTINGS with the lower separate button. Down we look for the “MOT” inscription, click the bottom round button, it will be prompted to ZERO, select that’s it, the next service will be in 15,000 km

Clearly it turned out to be reset. From the first time, I have a Skoda Roomster. Good advice!

Skoda Fabia 2013 without maxidot, according to the above diagram, only the number of km until the next one is reset, then the number of days remains the same, the key does not disappear anywhere

How to reset the service interval on a Skoda Fabia

If the car was produced no later than 2010, it is enough to follow the following scheme:

1. With the engine off, press the button near the speedometer.
2. While holding the button, turn on the ignition.
3. The key must be turned to the right.
4. When the data is reset, turn off the ignition.

Video for cars up to 2013:

For Fabia 3 New models starting from 2014, the reset is done in the same way as described above. In Skoda Fabia cars, starting from 2011, when the oil needs to be changed, an icon with a key appears on the display. Performing the operation to reset the service interval is even simpler:

1. Press and hold the daily mileage button located on the right.
2. Without releasing the key, turn the ignition key.
3. Release the daily mileage button.
4. Now press the left key, after which the key on the screen should disappear.
5. The ignition must be turned off.

To check whether the measures taken helped, you need to wait a few minutes. Then turn the ignition key again and look at the display. If everything works, there will be no icon on the screen.

The second method is for cars with a multifunction display manufactured since 2011:

1. With the ignition on, press the button located on the right and do not release it until the main menu opens.
2. Press the same key again. When “Setup” is displayed, release the button and press the middle key.
3. Now you need to press the first button again for a few seconds. When the “Service Interval” line is highlighted, release.
4. Quickly press the second key, then hold down the first.
5. You can release the button after “Reset” is highlighted.
6. To reset, you need to confirm the action by pressing the left button.
7. Turn off the ignition.

In case of resetting reminders on the Skoda Fabia 2, produced from 2007 to 2014, the methods presented above will not work. The procedure is as follows:

1. You need to hold down the key used to erase the mileage.
2. Without releasing the button, put the key in the ignition.
3. Next, you need to release the mileage erase and click on the button with the folder image.
4. The key icon should disappear from the screen. Immediately after this, turn off the ignition and wait until the display goes off.

Video instruction:

Adjustment of maintenance period

You may need to reset your Skoda Fabia service interval if you service your car yourself or sometimes the engineer forgets to do so. The following describes the procedure for resetting the Skoda Fabia reminder for Fabia Mk1 (1999-2007), Mk2 (2007-2014) and the current generation, Mk3 (2015-present).

Procedure for resetting the service interval on Skoda Fabia

Adjustment of maintenance period for Skoda Fabia Mk1

A wrench symbol is displayed on the information panel to indicate that service intervals are required. The mileage indicator or day indicator decreases in 100 km or day increments until the service due date is reached.

To reset the service interval reminder:

• Close all car doors and make sure the ignition is turned off.
• Press and hold the Skoda Fabia Mk1 Service Reset Button located next to the speedometer.
• Turn on the ignition, but do not start the car.
• Release the reset button and press it again until the display shows the “InSP” service indicator.
• Turn the reset button to the right until you see the “service _ _ _” indicator.
• Finally, press the reset button again and the service reminder will now be reset.

Adjustment of maintenance period for Skoda Fabia Mk2

When an oil change is required, a wrench icon and the number 1 are displayed on the instrument panel for approximately 10 seconds. The time remaining until service icon is displayed along with the remaining days and kilometers until the next service. The number 2 is displayed when a check is required.

Service interval reset button on a Skoda Fabia

Once the service period has expired, a flashing wrench icon along with the message OIL CHNG appears on the display for approximately 20 seconds after the ignition is turned on.

To reset the maintenance reminder on the Skoda Fabia Mk2:

• Close all car doors and make sure the ignition is turned off.
• Press and hold the "0.0" button.
• Turn on the ignition.
• Release the "0.0" button.
• Now press the “Display Mode Button”.

That's all. The maintenance reminder will be reset.

Adjustment of maintenance period for Skoda Fabia Mk3

To see when the next service is due, press the 0.0/SET button on the instrument panel. The dashboard display of your Skoda Fabia Mk3 will show a spanner icon with a message indicating the mileage or days until the next service.

To reset the service interval reminder:

• Close all car doors and make sure the ignition is turned off.
• Press and hold the 0.0/SET button.
• Wait for the message “Reset oil change service” to appear on the dashboard display.
• Release the 0.0/SET button.
• Press the 0.0/SET button again.
• Wait for the message “Reset inspection service. Are you sure? on the dashboard display.
• Release the 0.0/SET button.
• Press the 0.0/SET button again.

That's all. The service reminder has now been reset.

How to reset the service interval on a Skoda Superb

The maintenance indicator shows how many kilometers are left until scheduled maintenance. A wrench icon appears on the screen. The display shows a message indicating how many kilometers or days a service will be required. If this moment has come, when turned on, a flashing icon with a key is displayed for 20 seconds. The following message appears on the screen: “Service now!”

It is easy to reset data on Skoda Superb cars starting from 2008. But first you have to figure out the location of the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel. On the right there is a wheel with which you select items in the menu. You will also need the lower left switch with an arrow; it is used to go to the settings section. The interval is reset as follows:

1. Turn on the ignition.
2. Press the switch located under the steering wheel down and wait until the main menu opens.
3. The switches on the steering wheel will be used as arrows when navigating through the menu.
4. You must select the “Settings” item, then go to the “TO” section.
5. Next, you need to click on the inscription “Reset”, when the request appears on the screen, answer “Yes”.

If an LCD information display is installed, you need to go to the menu to get information about how many kilometers are left before the service. To do this, you need to go to the “Settings” section. The operation is performed according to the same scheme as on the Fabia model with an LCD screen.

For the Skoda Superb 2 model, produced from 2008 to 2015, you can use two methods. The first is to use the multifunction steering wheel. To find out the procedure for carrying out operations, you can see the instructions presented above for cars manufactured in 2008 and later.

The second way is to use the buttons on the windshield wiper switch, if included. Below is a short guide:

1. Turn the ignition key.
2. Now you need to find the “Settings” item in the menu. To switch between menu items, click on the upper or lower half of the switch located on the right. This button is used instead of the arrows to move up or down.
3. To enter, select “Settings” by clicking on the bottom button on the left.
4. From the submenu that opens, you need to go to the “Service” section.
5. Select “Reset” and click on the bottom switch located on the left.
6. Click again to clear the TO memory.
7. Turn off the ignition.

How to reset service on Skoda Yeti

Drivers still often have difficulties with this car. The reason is that Yeti has different configurations, and each one performs interval reset differently. In cars produced after 2013, there is a clock button on the right, and a reset key on the left. Detailed step-by-step instructions for resetting are presented below:

1. Turn off the ignition.
2. Press and hold the service interval reset button for 5 seconds.
3. You must turn the ignition key and then release the switch.
4. If the screen does not display the inscription, you need to press the key to set the clock.
5. The program will ask if the data needs to be reset. You need to turn the wheel on the right to about and click on the center.
6. The TO indicator should reset to zero. The ignition must be turned off and then turned on immediately.
7. When turned on, the “Service Oil” sign should disappear.

Video showing the interval reset process:

It happens that the service indicator lights up. In this case, operations are performed according to the same scheme, but they are performed with the alarm system turned on. It is necessary to activate the emergency lights before performing any manipulations.

If the model is equipped with a multifunction display, manipulations are performed with the ignition on. The procedure is the same as when resetting the service interval on Skoda Superb and Rapid. In the same way, the user goes to the menu, goes to settings and goes to the “Service” section, which has a reset function. The only difference is that after clicking “Reset” you need to click again to confirm the reset. It is important to press the key quickly, otherwise the data reset menu will close.