Volkswagen 2012 Beetle Owner's manual

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Side view
Fig. 1 Vehicle side overview.
Key to fig. 1:
(1) Roof antenna
(2) Fuel filler flap
(3) Outside door handle
(4) Outside mirror
Additional turn signal light
(5) Side marker light
(6) Lift points for the jack
Front view
Fig. 2 Vehicle front overview.
Key to fig. 2:
(1) Inside mirror
(2) Front windshield
(3) Windshield wipers
(4) Engine hood
(5) Engine hood release
(6) Headlights
(7) Turn signals
(8) Fog lights/static cornering lights (if equipped)
(9) Front license plate bracket
(10) Threaded hole for the front towing eye (behind cover)
Rear view
Fig. 3 Vehicle rear overview.
Key to fig. 3:
(1) Roof antenna
(2) Rear window
Rear window defroster
(3) High-mounted brake light
(4) Volkswagen Emblem for opening the rear hatch
(5) Taillights
(6) Threaded hole for the rear towing eye (behind cover)
(7) Rear license plate bracket
(8) License plate lights
(9) Rear hatch
Driver door overview
Fig. 4 Overview of controls in the driver door.
Key to fig. 4:
(1) Indicator light for power locking system and anti-theft alarm system (if equipped)
(2) Buttons for operating the power windows
(3) Door handle
(4) Power locking button for locking and unlocking the vehicle
(5) Switch for adjusting the outside mirror
Adjusting outside mirrors
Outside mirror heating
(6) Lever for releasing the engine hood
(7) Bottle holder
(8) Reflector
Driver side overview
Fig. 5 Driver side overview.
Key to ⇒ fig. 5:
(1) Instrument cluster:
Instruments
Display
(2) Air vents
(3) Windshield wiper and washer lever
Windshield wiper  
Intermittent operation for windshield wipers
Windshield wiper 
“One-tap wiping” x
Windshield wiper
Automatic wipe/wash for windshield
Lever with buttons for the Volkswagen Information System (Basic version)  , /
(4) Multi-function steering wheel controls (if equipped)
Volume setting for radio programs, navigation system notifications, or telephone calls
Mute switching for radio or activation of voice control
Audio, Navigation
Control buttons for the Volkswagen Information System # , ,
(5) Horn (only works when the ignition is switched on)
(6) Ignition switch (vehicles without Keyless Access) or location for the emergency start feature for
the Keyless Access locking and starting system
(7) Pedals
(8) Driver front airbag
(9) Lever for adjustable steering wheel
(10) Storage compartment
(11) Switch for background lighting (in the doors)
(12) Dimmer control for the instrument and switch illumination
(13) Lever for
High beams
Headlight flasher
Turn signals
.
Cruise Control System (CCS)     
(14) Headlight switch
Off position
Low beams
Fog lights
Upper center console
Fig. 6 Overview of the upper center console.
Key to fig. 6:
(1) Additional instruments (if equipped)
(2) Radio or Radio & Navigation system (factory-installed) ⇒ Booklet
Radio
or ⇒ Booklet
Navigation system
(3) Passenger seat heating button
(4) Controls for:
Manual AC
(5) Switch for emergency flashers
(6) PASSENGER AIR BAG  light (front airbag for front seat passenger)
(7) Driver seat heating button
(8) Air vents
Lower center console
Fig. 7 Overview of the lower center console.
Key to fig. 7:
(1) Lever for:
Manual transmission
Automatic transmission
(2) 12 Volt socket
(3) Storage compartment with cup holder in the center console
(4) Center armrest with storage compartment (if equipped)
(5) Parking brake lever
(6) Starter button for the Keyless Access locking and starting system
(7) Storage compartment
Applicable only in the United States
Front passenger side overview
Fig. 8 Overview of the front passenger side.
Key to fig. 8:
(1) Air vents
(2) Opening handle for the upper glove compartment (if equipped)
(3) Passenger front airbag location in the instrument panel (approximate)
(4) Opening handle for the lower glove compartment
(5) Inside the lower glove compartment: SET button for Tire Pressure Monitoring System 
Applicable only in Canada
Front passenger side overview
Fig. 9 Overview of the front passenger side.
Key to ⇒ fig. 9:
(1) Air vents
(2) Opening handle for the upper glove compartment (if equipped)
(3) Passenger front airbag location in the instrument panel (approximate)
(4) Opening handle for the lower glove compartment
Symbols on the roof console
Symbol Meaning
Interior and reading lights.
Power sunroof.
Three-button module ⇒ Booklet
Mobile Phone Package.
Instrument cluster
Introduction
In this section you’ll find information about:
Instrument overview
Additional instruments
Displays
Service reminder display
More information
Warning and indicator lights.or! Bookmark not defined.
Volkswagen Information System. Display of the selected gears (automatic transmission).
Service reminder information ⇒ Booklet
Warranty and Maintenance
.
WARNING
Driving on today's roads demands the full attention of the driver at all times. Driver distrac-
tion causes accidents, collisions and serious personal injury!
Never use the buttons in the instrument cluster while driving.
Instrument overview
Fig. 10 Instrument cluster in the instrument panel.
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS .
Instrument explanations ⇒ 
fig. 10:
(1) Tachometer (thousands of revolutions per minute when the engine is running).
The red zone at the end of the scale indicates maximum permissible engine rpm (revolutions
per minute) for all gears after the break-in period. Before reaching the red zone, select the next
higher gear or selector level position D, or ease your foot off the accelerator ⇒ 
.
(2) Speedometer.
(3) Fuel gauge..
(4) Reset button for the  odometer display (trip).
Push the
 button for about 1 second to reset to zero.
(5) Displays.
(6) Button for setting the clock.
With the ignition on, push the
button to highlight the hour or the minutes in the clock
display.
To advance the clock, push the  button
(4). Press and hold the button to fast forward.
Push the button again to finish setting the clock.
NOTICE
To help prevent engine damage, always avoid high engine speeds, full throttle acceleration
and heavy engine loads when the engine is cold.
To help prevent engine damage, the tachometer needle should only enter the red zone
(warning zone) briefly.
Upshifting early into the next higher gear saves fuel and reduces engine noise.
Additional instruments
Fig. 11 Above the center console: Engine oil temperature indicator 1, stopwatch 2 and boost pressure indica-
tor 3.
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS .
Instrument explanations ⇒ 
fig. 11:
(1) Engine oil temperature indicator
The engine has reached operating temperature when the needle moves into the center of the
gauge under normal driving conditions. The needle may move farther to the right on the gauge
with a heavier engine load at high outside temperatures. This is not a cause for concern as
long as the
e
or
Ô
indicator light does light up or flash.or! Bookmark not defined..
(2) Stopwatch
Analog stopwatch that measures up to 60 seconds.
Digital stopwatch with hour, minute and second display (one tenth of a second intervals are
shown up to 59 minutes and 59 seconds when the ignition is switched on).
Digital display with stop function selected.
(3) Boost pressure indicator
The boost pressure indicator shows the pressure in the boost pressure duct between the su-
percharger or turbocharger and the engine. The farther right that the indicator points on the
gauge, the higher the pressure in the boost pressure duct and the greater the output from the
engine. The word “Turbo” on the gauge indicates the system is charged.
(4) Start / Stop / Reset button
Stopwatch mode: press the button
 once to start timing and press a second time to
stop. Press the button  again to resume timing.
Speed-dependent stopwatch mode: the stopwatch starts automatically with an audible
chime when you begin driving. Press once to stop the watch.
Press and hold longer than 2 seconds: the stopwatch resets.
(5) Stopwatch mode button
You can switch between stopwatch modes using the set button
.
After selecting the stopwatch in the display, the mode displays briefly, followed by the last time
that a time was recorded.
Stopwatch mode.
Speed-dependent stopwatch mode. The stopwatch starts automatically with an audible
chime when you begin driving. An LED in the stopwatch comes on to indicate that this mode
is active ⇒ 
.
WARNING
Rapid acceleration can cause skidding and loss of traction, especially on slippery roads,
resulting in a loss of vehicle control, collisions, and serious personal injury.
Only use the stopwatch feature or fast acceleration if visibility, weather, road, and traffic
conditions permit and other drivers will not be endangered by your driving and the vehicle's
acceleration.
WARNING
Driving on today's roads demands the full attention of the driver at all times. Driver distrac-
tion causes accidents, collisions and serious personal injury!
Never set the stopwatch when the vehicle is moving.
NOTICE
To help prevent engine damage, always avoid high engine speeds, full throttle acceleration
and heavy engine loads when the engine is cold.
Displays
Fig. 12 In the instrument cluster display: A: Open engine hood, B: Open rear hatch, C: Open driver door.
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS .
Depending on the vehicle model, different information may be shown in the instrument cluster display
⇒ 
fig. 10 (5).
Warning and information texts
Odometer displays
Time
Outside temperature
Compass display
Open door, engine hood, or rear hatch
Selector lever position.
Gear recommendation (manual transmission).
Multi-Function Indicator (MFI) and menus for different settings.
Service reminder display.The instrument cluster displays and their arrangement may vary depend-
ing on the vehicle model and engine. For displays without warning and information messages, mal-
functions are only signaled with indicator lights.
If there are multiple warning messages, the symbols are displayed for several seconds in order
of importance. The symbols are displayed until the cause has been corrected.
Service reminder display
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS .
The service appointment reminder is shown in the instrument cluster display ⇒ 
fig. 10 (5).
For information on maintenance intervals, please see the ⇒ Booklet
Warranty and Maintenance
.
For vehicles with time- or distance driven-dependent service, only fixed service intervals are dis-
played.
Service reminder
If service is due in the near future, a service reminder is displayed when the ignition is switched on.
On vehicles without text messages (Basic instrument cluster), a wrench symbol
d
and a miles (kil-
ometers) indicator are shown in the instrument cluster display. The distance shown in miles (kilome-
ters) is the maximum distance the vehicle can be driven without having a service completed. The
display changes after a few seconds. A clock symbol is displayed and the number of days until the
required service is shown.
On vehicles with text messages (Premium instrument cluster), Service in --- mi or --- days
(Service in --- km or --- days) is shown in the instrument cluster display.
Service event
When service is due, a warning chime sounds when the ignition is switched on, and a flashing
wrench symbol
d
is displayed for several seconds. For vehicles with text messages, Service now is
shown in the instrument cluster display.
Viewing service message
The current service message can be accessed when the ignition is switched on, the engine is
switched off, and the vehicle is stopped:
Push the
button in the instrument cluster several times until the wrench symbol appears.
OR: Select the Settings menu.
In the Service submenu, select the Info menu item.
A minus sign in front of the number of miles (kilometers) or days means that service is overdue. On
vehicles with Premium text message display, Service since --- mi or --- days (Service
since --- km or --- days) is shown in the instrument cluster display when service is overdue.
Resetting the service reminder display
If the service was not performed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen
Service Facility, the service reminder can be reset as follows:
Vehicles with Premium text message display:
Select the Settings menu.
In the Service submenu, select the Reset menu item.
Confirm request with the  button on the multi-function steering wheel.
Vehicles with Basic text message display:
Switch off the ignition.
Push the  button in the instrument cluster and hold down.
Switch on the ignition.
Release the  button and push the button in the instrument
cluster within about 20 seconds.
Do not reset the service reminder between service intervals; otherwise, incorrect information will
be displayed.
The service reminder disappears after a few seconds when the engine is running or after
the  button on the windshield wiper lever or the  button on the multi-function steering wheel has
been pushed.
Instrument cluster
Introduction
In this section you’ll find information about:
Instrument overview
Additional instruments
Displays
Service reminder display
More information
Warning and indicator lights.or! Bookmark not defined.
Volkswagen Information System. Display of the selected gears (automatic transmission).
Service reminder information ⇒ Booklet
Warranty and Maintenance
.
WARNING
Driving on today's roads demands the full attention of the driver at all times. Driver distrac-
tion causes accidents, collisions and serious personal injury!
Never use the buttons in the instrument cluster while driving.
Instrument overview
Fig. 10 Instrument cluster in the instrument panel.
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS .
Instrument explanations ⇒ 
fig. 10:
(1) Tachometer (thousands of revolutions per minute when the engine is running).
The red zone at the end of the scale indicates maximum permissible engine rpm (revolutions
per minute) for all gears after the break-in period. Before reaching the red zone, select the next
higher gear or selector level position D, or ease your foot off the accelerator ⇒ 
.
(2) Speedometer.
(3) Fuel gauge..
(4) Reset button for the  odometer display (trip).
Push the
 button for about 1 second to reset to zero.
(5) Displays.
(6) Button for setting the clock.
With the ignition on, push the
button to highlight the hour or the minutes in the clock
display.
To advance the clock, push the  button
(4). Press and hold the button to fast forward.
Push the button again to finish setting the clock.
NOTICE
To help prevent engine damage, always avoid high engine speeds, full throttle acceleration
and heavy engine loads when the engine is cold.
To help prevent engine damage, the tachometer needle should only enter the red zone
(warning zone) briefly.
Upshifting early into the next higher gear saves fuel and reduces engine noise.
Additional instruments
Fig. 11 Above the center console: Engine oil temperature indicator 1, stopwatch 2 and boost pressure indica-
tor 3.
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS .
Instrument explanations ⇒ 
fig. 11:
(1) Engine oil temperature indicator
The engine has reached operating temperature when the needle moves into the center of the
gauge under normal driving conditions. The needle may move farther to the right on the gauge
with a heavier engine load at high outside temperatures. This is not a cause for concern as
long as the
e
or
Ô
indicator light does light up or flash.or! Bookmark not defined..
(2) Stopwatch
Analog stopwatch that measures up to 60 seconds.
Digital stopwatch with hour, minute and second display (one tenth of a second intervals are
shown up to 59 minutes and 59 seconds when the ignition is switched on).
Digital display with stop function selected.
(3) Boost pressure indicator
The boost pressure indicator shows the pressure in the boost pressure duct between the su-
percharger or turbocharger and the engine. The farther right that the indicator points on the
gauge, the higher the pressure in the boost pressure duct and the greater the output from the
engine. The word “Turbo” on the gauge indicates the system is charged.
(4) Start / Stop / Reset button
Stopwatch mode: press the button
 once to start timing and press a second time to
stop. Press the button  again to resume timing.
Speed-dependent stopwatch mode: the stopwatch starts automatically with an audible
chime when you begin driving. Press once to stop the watch.
Press and hold longer than 2 seconds: the stopwatch resets.
(5) Stopwatch mode button
You can switch between stopwatch modes using the set button
.
After selecting the stopwatch in the display, the mode displays briefly, followed by the last time
that a time was recorded.
Stopwatch mode.
Speed-dependent stopwatch mode. The stopwatch starts automatically with an audible
chime when you begin driving. An LED in the stopwatch comes on to indicate that this mode
is active ⇒ 
.
WARNING
Rapid acceleration can cause skidding and loss of traction, especially on slippery roads,
resulting in a loss of vehicle control, collisions, and serious personal injury.
Only use the stopwatch feature or fast acceleration if visibility, weather, road, and traffic
conditions permit and other drivers will not be endangered by your driving and the vehicle's
acceleration.
WARNING
Driving on today's roads demands the full attention of the driver at all times. Driver distrac-
tion causes accidents, collisions and serious personal injury!
Never set the stopwatch when the vehicle is moving.
NOTICE
To help prevent engine damage, always avoid high engine speeds, full throttle acceleration
and heavy engine loads when the engine is cold.
Displays
Fig. 12 In the instrument cluster display: A: Open engine hood, B: Open rear hatch, C: Open driver door.
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS .
Depending on the vehicle model, different information may be shown in the instrument cluster display
⇒ 
fig. 10 (5).
Warning and information texts
Odometer displays
Time
Outside temperature
Compass display
Open door, engine hood, or rear hatch
Selector lever position.
Gear recommendation (manual transmission).
Multi-Function Indicator (MFI) and menus for different settings.
Service reminder display.The instrument cluster displays and their arrangement may vary depend-
ing on the vehicle model and engine. For displays without warning and information messages, mal-
functions are only signaled with indicator lights.
If there are multiple warning messages, the symbols are displayed for several seconds in order
of importance. The symbols are displayed until the cause has been corrected.
Service reminder display
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS .
The service appointment reminder is shown in the instrument cluster display ⇒ 
fig. 10 (5).
For information on maintenance intervals, please see the ⇒ Booklet
Warranty and Maintenance
.
For vehicles with time- or distance driven-dependent service, only fixed service intervals are dis-
played.
Service reminder
If service is due in the near future, a service reminder is displayed when the ignition is switched on.
On vehicles without text messages (Basic instrument cluster), a wrench symbol
d
and a miles (kil-
ometers) indicator are shown in the instrument cluster display. The distance shown in miles (kilome-
ters) is the maximum distance the vehicle can be driven without having a service completed. The
display changes after a few seconds. A clock symbol is displayed and the number of days until the
required service is shown.
On vehicles with text messages (Premium instrument cluster), Service in --- mi or --- days
(Service in --- km or --- days) is shown in the instrument cluster display.
Service event
When service is due, a warning chime sounds when the ignition is switched on, and a flashing
wrench symbol
d
is displayed for several seconds. For vehicles with text messages, Service now is
shown in the instrument cluster display.
Viewing service message
The current service message can be accessed when the ignition is switched on, the engine is
switched off, and the vehicle is stopped:
Push the
button in the instrument cluster several times until the wrench symbol appears.
OR: Select the Settings menu.
In the Service submenu, select the Info menu item.
A minus sign in front of the number of miles (kilometers) or days means that service is overdue. On
vehicles with Premium text message display, Service since --- mi or --- days (Service
since --- km or --- days) is shown in the instrument cluster display when service is overdue.
Resetting the service reminder display
If the service was not performed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen
Service Facility, the service reminder can be reset as follows:
Vehicles with Premium text message display:
Select the Settings menu.
In the Service submenu, select the Reset menu item.
Confirm request with the  button on the multi-function steering wheel.
Vehicles with Basic text message display:
Switch off the ignition.
Push the  button in the instrument cluster and hold down.
Switch on the ignition.
Release the  button and push the button in the instrument
cluster within about 20 seconds.
Do not reset the service reminder between service intervals; otherwise, incorrect information will
be displayed.
The service reminder disappears after a few seconds when the engine is running or after
the  button on the windshield wiper lever or the  button on the multi-function steering wheel has
been pushed.
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Volkswagen 2012 Beetle Owner's manual

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