- 1). Start your Volkswagen's engine.
- 2). Look at the center dash panel right behind the steering wheel. If there is anything wrong with your VW, the indicator lights will illuminate here.
- 3). Look for any illuminated lights. A red battery light is a faulty alternator indicator light. If a yellow light in the shape of an engine with the word "Check" below it lights up, this is the check engine light. This light can indicate a variety of problems that will need to be diagnosed using an on board diagnostic scan tool from a professional mechanic. A red oil canister light indicates insufficient oil pressure in the system. A thermometer light with two wavy lines underneath the thermometer indicates a problem with the VW's cooling system. The (O) symbol on the dash indicates brake pad replacement is necessary. A light in the shape of a gas pump indicates that your VW is low on fuel, and you need to refill it. A light in the shape of a passenger with a seat belt means that your seat belt is either not properly buckled or is malfunctioning. If the words "Anti-lock Off" appear on the dash, this means that your anti-lock braking system is malfunctioning. A 1/2 circle with wavy lines in front of it means that your fog light bulbs need to be replaced. A light in the shape of a car with the trunk open means that the trunk lid is not closed all of the way, or there is a malfunction in the trunk latch and lock mechanism.
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