Volkswagen has a long history of classic car designs, and probably no design is more recognizable than the VW Beetle. While the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle keeps many of the classic features that its fans expect, there also have been some changes to make it the perfect combination of modern and classic.
One of the most noticeable features in the modern VW Beetle is the number of indicator lights included (so many, in fact, that it can become confusing). Here's a quick guide to some of the common dashboard lights in the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle and how you can schedule a test drive with Prestige Volkswagen.
2016 Volkswagen Beetle Steering and Braking
Some of the most important dashboard lights in the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle have to do with steering and braking. If you see the letters ABS lit up in yellow, there's a problem with your automatic braking system. Along the same vein, a problem with your parking brake-usually that it's engaged-is characterized by a red circle that's crossed out with the letter P inside.
All problems with your VW Beetle's power steering are indicated by a steering wheel symbol that's either lit up or flashing yellow or red to indicate severity.
Seeing any of these lights often means that your car needs service. If you commute daily through Mount Laurel, Cherry Hill, or Turnersville, it's best to have your car checked by a professional sooner rather than later.
Gas, Oil, and Coolant Indicators
Gas, Oil, and Coolant IndicatorsIt can be easy to forget about your VW Beetle's fluids, so it's crucial to be aware of this category of dashboard light. Problems with your car's oil, whether it's too low or there's a pressure problem, are shown with an oil lamp.
There are two fuel lights you should be aware of: the yellow fuel pump that means your gas is low and an image that looks like a car with a spring coming out of the side that means your gas cap is off. Additionally, a red thermometer on top of two wavy lines means there's a coolant issue.
Under the Hood
Lastly, here are a few lights that have to do with the parts that make your Volkswagen Beetle run. Like most cars, the VW Beetle has a check engine light, which looks like a yellow engine. Problems with your transmission are alerted with a symbol that looks like a yellow gear with an exclamation point in the center.
When you see a red battery with a plus and minus symbol inside, your VW Beetle's charging system is having an issue. Any dashboard light that's related to your engine, especially red ones, require immediate attention for your safety.
Schedule a Test Drive
The number of lights contained on the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle dashboard light guide can be daunting, but once you know what they mean, they're very useful. The minute something goes wrong with your VW Beetle, you can look at the dash and find out what it is.
If you're interested in taking the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle for a test drive or just learning more about it, then come in to Prestige Volkswagen today. Serving Turnersville, Cherry Hill, and Mount Laurel, Prestige Volkswagen is proud to offer the highest-quality Volkswagen vehicles to our customers.