Volkswagen 2014 Beetle Manuals

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Volkswagen 2014 Beetle Owner's Manual (381 pages)

Brand: Volkswagen | Category: Automobile | Size: 6.06 MB

Side View
1
Front View
2
Rear View
3
Driver Door Overview
4
Driver Side Overview
5
Center Console Overview
7
Upper Center Console
7
Lower Center Console
9
Front Passenger Side Overview
10
Symbols on the Roof Console
12
Instrument Cluster
13
Instrument Overview
13
Additional Instruments
14
Displays and Warning Lights (Basic Version)
16
Odometer Displays
17
Outside Temperature Display
17
Selector Lever Positions
17
Gear Recommendation
17
Displays (Premium Version)
18
Warning and Information Texts
19
Compass Display (if Applicable)
20
Service Event
24
Viewing Service Message
24
Resetting the Oil Change Service Reminder
24
Volkswagen Information System
26
Menu Structure – Overview (Basic Version)
27
Using the Instrument Cluster Menus
29
Accessing the Instrument Cluster Menus
29
Displaying a Submenu
29
Main Menus (Premium Version)
30
MFI Menu (Multi-Function Indicator)
30
Possible MFI Menu Displays
31
Switching between the Displays
32
Storing Speed for the Speed Warning
32
Settings Menu (Premium Version)
32
Enabling and Disabling Displays
32
Lights & Vision Submenu
33
Driving Checklists and Warnings
34
Getting Ready and Driving Safely
34
Driving in Other Countries
35
Driving through Water on Roads
36
Technical Data
37
Vehicle Identification Number
38
Vehicle Identification Label
38
Safety Compliance Certification Label
38
Radiator Fan and High Voltage Warning Sticker
38
Engine Data
39
Gasoline Engines
39
Dimensions
39
Diesel Engines
39
Vehicle Key Set
41
Remote Control Vehicle Keys
42
Remote Control Vehicle Key
42
Folding the Key Bit in or out
42
Panic Button
42
Indicator Light in the Remote Control Vehicle Key
43
Replacing the Remote Control Vehicle Key Battery
44
Replacing the Battery
44
Synchronizing the Remote Control Vehicle Key
45
Power Locking and Closing System
46
Indicator Light in the Driver Door
47
Description of the Power Locking System
47
Automatic Locking (Auto Lock)
47
Locking the Vehicle after Airbag Inflation
47
Unlocking or Locking the Vehicle from the Outside
48
Unlocking or Locking the Vehicle from the Inside
49
Unlocking or Locking the Vehicle with Keyless Access
50
General Information
50
Unlocking and Opening Doors (Keyless Entry)
51
Closing and Locking Doors (Keyless Exit)
51
Unlocking and Locking the Rear Hatch
51
Automatic Deactivation of Sensors
51
Anti-Theft Alarm System
52
Deactivating the Alarm
53
Doors
54
Display
54
Rear Hatch
56
Opening the Rear Hatch
57
Unlocking with the Vehicle Key
58
Opening with the Volkswagen Emblem
58
Closing the Rear Hatch
59
Locking the Rear Hatch
59
Power Windows
60
Opening or Closing Power Windows
60
Power Windows – Features
61
Switches in the Driver Door
61
Automatic Lowering of the Windows
61
One-Touch Opening and Closing
61
Convenience Closing
62
Power Window Pinch Protection
62
Power Sunroof
64
Opening or Closing the Power Sunroof
65
Sliding Headliner
65
Power Sunroof – Convenience Closing Feature
66
Pinch Protection for the Power Sunroof
66
Closing the Power Sunroof Without Pinch Protection
66
Initializing the Power Sunroof
67
Adjusting the Seating Position
69
Number of Seats
69
Examples of Improper Seating Positions
71
Proper Seating Position
72
Driver – Seat and Steering Wheel Adjustment
73
Passenger – Front Seat Adjustment
73
Manual Controls on the Driver and Front Passenger Seats
74
Adjusting the Front and Rear Head Restraints
75
Adjusting the Height
75
Proper Head Restraint Adjustment
75
Adjusting the Head Restraint for Short People
75
Removing and Reinstalling the Head Restraints
76
Removing the Front Head Restraints
77
Installing the Front Head Restraints
77
Removing the Rear Head Restraint
77
Reinstalling the Rear Head Restraint
77
Adjusting the Steering Wheel Position
78
Center Armrest
79
Front Center Armrest
79
Seat Functions
80
Seat Heating
80
Special Seat Heating Features
81
Safety Belts
85
Warning Light
87
Frontal Collisions and Laws of Physics
88
What Happens to Passengers Not Wearing a Safety Belt
89
Safety Belts Protect
90
Using Safety Belts
91
Twisted Safety Belt
91
Lockable Safety Belt
91
Fastening and Unfastening Safety Belts
92
Safety Belt Position
93
Unfastening Safety Belts
93
Proper Safety Belt Position
94
Adjusting Safety Belt Height
94
Safety Belt Extender
96
Using a Safety Belt Extender
97
Properly Using Safety Belt Extenders
97
Safety Belt Retractor, Pretensioner, Load Limiter
99
Automatic Safety Belt Retractors
99
Safety Belt Pretensioner
99
Service and Disposal of Belt Pretensioners
99
Indicator Lights
101
Turn Signal Lever and High Beam Switch
103
Convenience Turn Signal (Lane Change Feature)
103
Switching Lights on and off
104
Fog Lights
104
Lights and Vision Features
105
Acoustic Warning When Lights Are Not Switched off
105
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
105
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Parking Feature
105
Static Cornering Lights
106
Automatic Headlight Control
106
“Coming Home” and “Leaving Home” Feature
108
Background Lighting in the Outside Mirrors
108
Instrument Panel Lighting and Headlight Range Adjustment
109
Instrument Panel Lighting
109
Instrument Cluster Brightness
109
Interior and Reading Lights
110
Glove and Luggage Compartment Lights
111
Background Lighting
111
Background Lighting in the Doors
111
Sun Protection
112
Sun Visors
112
Sun Visor Adjustment
112
Vanity Mirror and Lighting
112
Windshield Made of Heat-Insulating Glass
113
Windshield Wipers and Washer
116
Indicator Light
116
Windshield Wiper Lever
117
Windshield Wiper Functions
118
Windshield Wiper Service Position
119
Rain Sensor
120
Checking and Refilling Windshield Washer Fluid
121
Recommended Cleaners
122
Filling Capacity
122
Mirrors
123
Outside Mirrors
123
Inside Mirror
124
Manually Adjustable Inside Mirror
124
Auto-Dimming Inside Mirror (if Equipped)
124
Outside Mirrors
125
Driving Tips
127
Stowing Luggage
128
Driving with an Open Rear Hatch
128
Driving a Loaded Vehicle
129
Weights and Axle Weights
130
Luggage Compartment
132
Folding the Rear Seat Backrest Forward and Back into Place
134
Luggage Compartment Cover
135
Removing the Luggage Compartment Cover
136
Storing the Luggage Compartment Cover
136
Installing the Luggage Compartment Cover
136
Shopping Bag Hooks
137
Roof Rack
138
When Should the Roof Rack be Removed?
138
Attaching the Roof Rack Base Carrier and Roof Rack
139
Mounting the Roof Rack Base Carrier and Roof Rack
139
Securing a Load on the Roof Rack
140
Maximum Permissible Roof Load
140
Checking the Mountings
140
Trailer Towing
142
Tires and Wheels
143
Tire and Wheel Handling
145
Avoiding Tire Damage
145
Unidirectional Tires
145
Wheel Rims
146
Rotating Tires
146
Tires more than 6 Years Old
146
Tire Storage
146
New and Replacement Tires
147
Tightening Torque
147
Wheel Rims with Bolted Rim Rings
147
Wheel Rims with Bolted Decorative Covers
147
Replacing Tires
148
Tire Inflation Pressure
149
Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
149
Tire Inflation Pressure in Cold Tires
150
Tread Depth and Tread Wear Indicators
152
Tread Wear Indicator (TWI) in the Tire
152
Tire Wear and Damage
153
Objects Embedded in the Tire
153
Compact Spare Wheel
154
Stowing the Replaced Wheel
154
Removing the Compact Spare Wheel
154
Differences between the Road Tires and the Compact Spare
154
Tire Labeling
156
Load Rating Code
158
Speed Rating Code Letter
158
Winter Tires
159
Speed Restrictions
159
When Using Winter Tires
159
Snow Chains
160
Glossary of Tire and Loading Terminology
161
Accessory Weight
161
Aspect Ratio
161
Bead
161
Cold Tire Inflation Pressure
162
Curb Weight
162
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
162
Maximum (Permissible) Inflation Pressure
162
Passenger Car Tire
163
Pneumatic Tire
163
Production Options Weight
163
Recommended Inflation Pressure
163
Speed Rating (Letter Code)
164
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
164
Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG)
164
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
164
Tires and Vehicle Load Limits
165
Vehicle Normal Load on the Tire
165
Determining the Correct Load Limit
166
UTQG Classification
166
Treadwear
167
Traction
167
Temperature
167
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
168
Indicator Light (Telltale)
168
Storage Areas
172
Storage Compartment in the Doors
173
Storage Compartment on the Driver Side
174
Storage Compartment in the Front Center Console
174
Storage Compartment in the Center Console
175
Storage Compartment in the Front Center Armrest
175
Glove Compartments
176
Opening and Closing the Upper Glove Compartment (if Equipped)
176
Opening and Closing the Lower Glove Compartment
176
Media Device Interface (MDI/MEDIA-IN) Jack
177
Holder for Pen and Notepad
177
Other Storage Compartments
179
Cup Holders
180
Beverage Bottle Holders
180
Cup Holders in the Front Center Console
181
Cup Holder in the Rear Center Console
181
Power Outlets
182
12 Volt Sockets in the Vehicle
182
Maximum Power Draw
183
12 Volt Socket
183
Starting and Stopping the Engine
185
Electronic Immobilizer
185
Push-Starting and Tow-Starting
185
Indicator Lights
186
Vehicle Key Positions in the Ignition Switch
187
If You Use the Wrong Key
187
Starter Button
188
Emergency Start Feature
189
Emergency Shut-Off
189
Engine Restart Feature
189
Starting the Engine
190
Stopping the Engine
191
Electronic Immobilizer
193
Shifting
194
Warning and Indicator Lights
195
Pedals
196
Manual Transmission: Gearshift Lever
197
Shifting into Reverse
197
Downshifting
198
Automatic Transmission: Selector Lever
199
Automatic Shift Lock (ASL)
199
Shifting with Tiptronic
201
Using Tiptronic with the Selector Lever
201
Using Tiptronic with the Shift Paddles Behind the Steering Wheel
201
Driving with Automatic Transmission
202
Driving on Hills
202
Kick-Down Acceleration
202
Automatic Transmission Malfunction
203
Emergency Shift Program
203
Overheating of Direct Shift Gearbox Automatic Transmission
203
Information on “Cleaning” the Diesel Particulate Filter
204
Gear Recommendation
204
Steering Warning and Indicator Lights
205
Steering System Information
205
Electronic Steering Column Lock
207
Mechanical Steering Column Lock
207
Power Steering
207
Counter-Steering Assistance
207
Braking and Parking
208
Setting the Parking Brake
211
Releasing the Parking Brake
211
Parking the Vehicle
212
On Hills
212
About the Brakes
213
Brake System Malfunction
214
Brake Booster
214
Braking Assistance Systems
215
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
215
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
216
Brake Assist (BAS)
216
Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR)
216
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL and XDL)
216
Brake Fluid
218
Brake Fluid Specifications
218
Brake Fluid Level
218
Changing Brake Fluid
219
Saving Fuel and Helping the Environment
220
Efficient Driving Style
220
Fuel-Efficient Driving
220
Coasting
220
Defensive Driving and “Flowing” with Traffic
221
Calm and Smooth Driving
221
Moderate Use of Extra Electrical Loads
221
Additional Factors that Increase Fuel Consumption (Examples)
221
Avoid Traveling Short Distances
222
Adjust the Tire Pressure
223
Use Low Viscosity Engine Oil
223
Avoid Unnecessary Weight
223
Remove Unnecessary Aftermarket Components
223
Starting Assistance Systems
224
Hill Hold
224
Cruise Control System (CCS)
226
Cruise Control Operation
226
Indicator Lights
226
Cruise Control Operation
227
Driving Downhill with Cruise Control
228
Automatic Deactivation
228
Rear Assist
229
Operation
230
Screen
231
Special Considerations
231
Cleaning the Camera Lens
232
Orientation Lines Overview
233
Park Distance Control (PDC)
234
Switching the Park Distance Control (PDC) System on and off
236
Special Considerations When Using Park Distance Control
236
Muting the Park Distance Control Volume
236
Heating and Air Conditioning
238
Manual Air Conditioning (AC) and Climatronic
238
The Dust and Pollen Filter
238
Manual Controls
242
Climatronic Controls
243
Settings for Optimum Visibility
245
Air Conditioner Does Not Work
245
Operation
245
Air Vents
247
Air Recirculation
248
Switching Manual Air Recirculation on and Off: Manual A/C
248
Automatic Air Recirculation
248
Switching Automatic Air Recirculation on and off
248
Temporarily Deactivating the Automatic Air Recirculation
249
Switching Air Recirculation on and off
249
Refueling
251
Indicator Lights and Fuel Gauge
253
Fuel Filler Cap Not Properly Closed
253
Opening the Fuel Filler Cap
254
Misfueling Guard for Diesel Vehicles
255
Closing the Fuel Filler Cap
255
Fuel Capacities
256
Refueling Checklist
257
Fuel
258
Gasoline
258
Octane Rating
258
Unleaded Gasoline
259
Gasoline Containing Alcohol or MTBE
259
Seasonally Adjusted Gasoline
259
Gasoline Additives
260
Diesel Fuel
261
Winter Diesel
261
Illinois Registered Vehicles
261
Working in the Engine Compartment
264
Opening or Closing the Engine Compartment
264
Preparing to Work in the Engine Compartment
267
Opening the Engine Hood
268
Closing the Engine Hood
269
Engine Oil Warning and Indicator Lights
270
Engine Oil Specifications
271
Engine Oil Capacities
272
General Recommendations
272
Checking the Engine Oil Level and Adding Oil
273
Engine Oil Level Ranges
274
Engine Oil Consumption
275
Changing Engine Oil
275
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
277
Engine Coolant Specifications
279
Checking Engine Coolant Level and Topping off
280
Checking Engine Coolant Level
281
Vehicle Battery
283
Location of the Vehicle Battery
283
Explanation of the Warnings on the Vehicle Battery
283
Checking the Vehicle Battery Electrolyte Level
285
Checking the Vehicle Battery Acid Level
286
Charging, Replacing, Disconnecting, and Connecting the Vehicle Battery
286
Charging the Vehicle Battery
286
Replacing the Vehicle Battery
286
Disconnecting the Vehicle Battery
287
Connecting the Vehicle Battery
287
Vehicles with Keyless Access
287
What Drains the Vehicle Battery?
287
Exterior Care and Cleaning
289
Washing the Vehicle
290
Car Wash
290
Washing by Hand
290
Washing with a Power Washer
291
Cleaning Windows and Outside Mirrors
292
Removing Wax Residue
292
Cleaning and Changing the Windshield Wiper Blades
293
Removing Snow
293
Removing Ice
293
Lifting and Tilting Windshield Wiper Arms
294
Cleaning the Wiper Blades
294
Changing Wiper Blades
294
Waxing and Polishing Vehicle Paint
295
Caring for and Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts
295
Caring for and Cleaning “Second Skin” Vehicle Graphics
295
Polishing
295
Durability of Vehicle Graphics
296
Cleaning Vehicle Graphics
296
Caring for Vehicle Graphics
296
Cleaning Wheel Rims
297
Caring for Rubber Door and Window Seals
297
Deicing Door Lock Cylinders
297
Cleaning Steel Wheels
297
Undercoating
298
Cleaning the Engine Compartment
298
Plenum Chamber
298
Interior Care and Cleaning
300
Caring for Upholstery
301
Cleaning Upholstery, Fabric Trim and Alcantara
302
Treating Stains
303
Care and Cleaning of Leather Upholstery
304
Care and Treatment
304
Cleaning
304
Cleaning Leatherette
305
Cleaning Storage Compartments and Cup Holders
305
Care and Cleaning of Plastic Components/Wood Trim and Instrument Panel
306
Cleaning the Safety Belts
306
Parts, Accessories, Repairs, and Modifications
308
Break-In Period
309
Breaking in a New Engine
309
Parts and Accessories
310
Operating Fluids and Equipment
310
Repairs and Technical Modifications
311
Repairs and Other Things that Can Affect Advanced Airbag Performance
311
Notice about Data Recorded by Vehicle Control Modules
313
Consumer Information
316
Operating Your Vehicle Outside of the United States and Canada
316
Radio Antenna and Reception
317
Volkswagen Service Information
317
Declaration of Compliance, Telecommunications and Electronic Systems
319
Reporting Safety Defects
320
Engine Control and Emission Control System
321
Catalytic Converter
322
Diesel Particulate Filter
323
Lift Points for the Vehicle
324
In an Emergency
326
Protecting Yourself and the Vehicle
327
Emergency Closing and Opening
329
Manually Unlocking and Locking the Driver Door
330
Special Considerations When Unlocking
330
Manually Locking the Passenger Door
331
Opening the Rear Hatch from Inside the Luggage Compartment
332
Emergency Release for the Fuel Filler Flap
332
Emergency Release for the Selector Lever Lock
332
Removing the Selector Gate Cover
333
Emergency Release for the Selector Lever
333
Vehicle Tool Kit
334
Storage
334
Wheel Trim
336
Hubcaps
337
Vehicles with Pull-Off Hubcaps
337
Vehicles with Twist-Off Hubcaps
337
Wheel Bolt Caps
338
Wheel Covers
338
Pulling off the Wheel Cover (Version 1/2)
339
Installing the Wheel Cover (Version 1/2)
339
Changing a Wheel
340
Preparations for Changing a Wheel
341
Wheel Bolts
342
Loosening the Wheel Bolts
342
Important Information Regarding Wheel Bolts
342
Wheel Bolt Tightening Torque
342
Lifting the Vehicle with the Vehicle Jack
343
Changing a Wheel
345
After Changing a Wheel
346
Removing the Wheel
346
Mounting a Spare or Compact Spare Wheel
346
Fuses
348
Fuses in the Vehicle
349
Fuse Types
349
Fuse Color Coding
349
Opening the Fuse Box in the Instrument Panel
350
Opening the Fuse Box in the Engine Compartment
350
Replacing Blown Fuses
351
Identifying a Blown Fuse
351
Replacing a Fuse
351
Replacing Light Bulbs
353
Additional Light Bulb Specifications
353
Information on Light Bulb Replacement
355
Replacing Headlight Bulbs - Removing the Headlight Assembly
356
Replacing Headlight Bulbs - after Removing the Headlight Assembly
357
Reinstalling the Headlight Assembly
359
Replacing Light Bulbs in the Front Bumper
360
Replacing Light Bulbs in the Front Bumper (Beetle R-Line)
361
Removing and Installing the Subwoofer to Replace Bulbs
363
Replacing Taillight Bulbs in the Vehicle Body
364
Removing the Taillight
364
Replacing License Plate Light Bulbs
365
Changing the Light Bulb
365
Installing the Taillight
365
Jump-Starting
367
Using Jumper Cables
369
Attaching Jumper Cables
369
Removing Jumper Cables
370
Towing
371
Towing on a Commercial Tow Truck
372
Towing Manual Transmission Vehicles
372
Towing Automatic Transmission Vehicles
372
When Not to Tow Your Vehicle
372
Tips on Towing
373
Towing Eye; Tow Rope or Tow Bar
373
Installing the Front Towing Eye
374
Installing the Rear Towing Eye
376
Installing the Rear Towing Eye (Beetle R-Line)
377
Driving Tips While Towing
378
Abbreviations
379

Volkswagen 2014 Beetle Quick Start Manual (19 pages)

Brand: Volkswagen | Category: Automobile | Size: 3.33 MB

Table of Contents
2
Bluetooth Technology
3
Premium VIII Audio
5
RNS 315 Audio and Navigation
6
Ipod Adapter
7
Manual Climate Control
8
Cruise Control
9
Power Sunroof
9
Manual Seats
10
Rear Hatch
10
Windshield Wipers
11
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
11
Setting the Clock
12
Performance Gauge Cluster
12
Volkswagen Car-Net TM
13
Volkswagen Doublecheck
14

Volkswagen 2014 Beetle Brochure & Specs (17 pages)

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