Before driving
Indicator lights
In this manual: Before driving
~3min read
Read and follow the introductory information and safety information first⇒
Introduction to the subject | Lights up | Possible cause | Proper response |
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One or more driving lights not working or cornering light malfunction. | Replace burned out bulb ⇒ Changing light bulbs or if all light bulbs are OK, visit an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service facility. |
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Left or right turn signal. The indicator light blinks twice as fast if a turn signal is not working on the vehicle or the trailer. |
Check the turn signals on the vehicle and the trailer. |
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Daytime running lights (DRL) on. | ⇒ Lights and Vision features ⇒ Lights and Vision features . |
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High beams switched on or headlight flashers in use. | ⇒ Turn signal lever and high beam switch . |
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License plate light not working. | Replace the light bulb that isn't working ⇒ Changing the light bulb in the license plate lamp . If all light bulbs are OK, see an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service facility. |
| Flashes | Possible cause | Proper response |
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Adaptive Front Lighting System malfunction. | See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility ⇒ Lights and Vision features ⇒ Lights and Vision features |
When the ignition is switched on, several warning and indicator lights come on briefly for a function check. They go out after a few seconds.
Failure to heed warning lights and instrument cluster text messages can cause the vehicle to break down in traffic and result in a collision and serious personal injury.- Never ignore warning lights or text WARNINGS.
- Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
- Whenever stalled or stopped for repair, move the vehicle a safe distance off the road, stop the engine, turn on the emergency flashers, and use other warning devices to warn approaching traffic.
- Never park the vehicle in areas where the hot catalytic converter and exhaust system can come into contact with dry grass, brush, spilled fuel, oil, or other material that can catch fire.
- A broken down vehicle presents a high accident risk for itself and others. Switch on emergency flashers and set up a warning triangle to warn oncoming traffic.
Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in vehicle damage.
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