2013 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE lock

Fig. 89 A: On the passenger side: Lower glove compartment. B: Open glove compartment.
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
Key to fig. 89 B:
(1) Note holder
(2) Owner's Manual
(3) Pen holder
(4) Factory-installed Media Device Interface (MDI)/(MEDIA-IN)
(5) SET button for Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Error! Bookmark not defined.
Opening and closing the upper glove compartment (if equipped)
x To open, press on the depression in the opening handle ⇒ fig. 88 (arrow (A)). Then lift the glove
compartment lid upward using the handle (arrow (B)).
x To close, press down on the lid.
Opening and closing the lower glove compartment
If necessary, unlock the glove compartment. It is locked when the key slot is vertical.
To open, pull the handle A in the direction of the arrow.
To close, push the lid up.
Owner's Manual
The lower glove compartment is designed to hold the Owner's Manual ⇒ fig. 89 B (2).
Always keep the Owner's Manual in the lower glove compartment.
Holder for pen and notepad
There are holders for a pen and a notepad in the lower glove compartment lid (1) and (3).
Button in the glove compartment
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) SET button is also located in the glove compartment
(5).
WARNING
An open glove compartment door can increase the risk of serious injury during sudden
braking or driving maneuvers or in a crash.
x Always keep the glove compartment closed while the vehicle is moving.

Opening and closing the lower glove compartment
If necessary, unlock the glove compartment. It is locked when the key slot is vertical.
To open, pull the handle ⇒ fig. 91 A in the direction of the arrow.
To close, push the lid up.
Owner's Manual
The lower glove compartment is designed to hold the Owner's Manual B (2).
Always keep the Owner's Manual in the lower glove compartment.
Holder for pen and notepad
There are holders for a pen and a notepad in the lower glove compartment lid (1) and (3).
WARNING
An open glove compartment door can increase the risk of serious injury during sudden
braking or driving maneuvers or in a crash.
x Always keep the glove compartment closed while the vehicle is moving.
NOTICE
In some vehicle models, design considerations have made it necessary to have openings in the
glove compartment behind the Owner's Manual slot, for example. Small items may fall through
these openings and get behind the instrument panel. This can cause unusual noises and
damage the vehicle. Never put any small objects in the glove compartment for this reason.
Other storage compartments

NOTICE
Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in vehicle damage.
Vehicle key positions in the ignition switch

Fig. 96 In the ignition switch: Vehicle key positions.
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
If there is no vehicle key in the ignition, the steering column is locked.
Vehicle key position ⇒ fig. 96
(0) Ignition switched off. Steering column lock engaged. The vehicle key can be removed.
(1) Ignition is switched on. Diesel engine is preheated (if applicable). Steering column lock can be
released.
(2) Start the engine. When the engine starts, release the vehicle key. When released, the vehicle
key returns to position (1).
If you use the wrong key
If an unauthorized vehicle key has been inserted into the ignition switch, it can be removed as follows:
x Automatic transmission: The vehicle key cannot be removed from the ignition unless both the key
and the selector lever have been moved to the correct position. Press the release button on the
transmission selector lever, move the selector lever to the Park (P) position, and release the button.
The vehicle key can now be removed.
x Manual transmission: Pull out the vehicle key.

WARNING
Improper use of vehicle keys can result in serious personal injury.
x Always take the key with you when you leave the vehicle. The engine can be started and
vehicle systems such as the power windows can be operated, leading to serious personal
injury.
x Never leave children, disabled persons, or anyone who cannot help themselves in the
vehicle when the convertible top is closed. The doors can be locked with the remote control
vehicle key. This could result in people being trapped in the vehicle in an emergency. For
example, depending on the time of year, people trapped in the vehicle can be exposed to very
high or very low temperatures.
x Heat build-up in the passenger and luggage compartment of a parked vehicle can result in
temperatures in the vehicle that are much higher than the outside temperatures, particularly
in summer. Temperatures can quickly reach levels that can cause unconsciousness and
death, particularly to small children.
x Never remove the key from the ignition switch while the vehicle is moving or rolling to a
stop. The steering wheel will lock and you will not be able to steer or control the vehicle.
Leaving the key in the ignition for a long time when the engine is not running will drain the vehicle
battery.
Leaving the selector lever for a long period of time in any position other than Park (P) when the
ignition is switched off can drain the vehicle battery.
On automatic transmission vehicles, the vehicle key can be removed from the ignition switch
only when the transmission is in Park (P). You may have to press the release button on the
transmission selector lever to put the lever into Park (P).
Starter button

Fig. 97 In the center console: Starter button of the Keyless Access locking and starting system.

WARNING
Unintended vehicle movement can cause serious personal injury.
x Do not depress the brake or clutch pedals when switching on the ignition, as the engine
could otherwise start immediately.
WARNING
Improper use of vehicle keys can result in serious personal injury.
x Always take the key with you when you leave the vehicle. Children or unauthorized
persons may use it to lock the vehicle, start the engine, and operate vehicle systems such as
the power windows, leading to serious personal injury.
x Never leave children, disabled persons, or anyone who cannot help themselves in the
vehicle when the convertible top is closed. The doors can be locked using the remote control
vehicle key. This could result in people being trapped in the vehicle in an emergency. For
example, depending on the time of year, people trapped in the vehicle can be exposed to very
high or very low temperatures.
x Heat build-up in the passenger and luggage compartment of a parked vehicle can result in
temperatures in the vehicle that are much higher than the outside temperatures, particularly
in summer. Temperatures can quickly reach levels that can cause unconsciousness and
death, particularly to small children.
In vehicles with a diesel engine and Keyless Access, the engine start may be delayed if the
engine has to be preheated.
If the ignition is switched on or the engine is running and the driver door is opened, a chime
sounds. The chime is also a reminder to switch off the engine and turn off the ignition before leaving
and locking the vehicle from the outside.
Starting the engine

Please perform these steps only in the order listed.
Step Vehicles without Keyless AccessVehicles with Keyless Access
4. Turn the vehicle key to position ⇒ fig. 96 (2)
– do not depress the accelerator pedal.
Briefly press the starter button ⇒ fig. 97 – do
not depress the accelerator pedal. An
authorized vehicle key must be inside the
vehicle in order to start the engine.
5. When the engine starts, release the vehicle
key.
When the engine starts, release the starter
button.
6. If the engine does not start, switch off the
ignition and start again after about 1 minute.
If the engine does not start, switch off the
ignition and start again after about 1 minute.
Use the emergency start feature if
necessary
7. Release the parking brake when you are ready to start driving

WARNING
Never leave the vehicle unattended while the engine is running. The vehicle could move
suddenly, especially when the vehicle is in gear, resulting in accidents and personal injury.
WARNING
“Starting fluids” can explode and can cause a “run-away” vehicle condition.
x Never use starting assist fluids.
NOTICE
x You can damage the starter or the engine if you try to start the engine when the vehicle is
still moving, or if you try to restart the engine right after switching it off.
x Avoid high engine speeds, full throttle acceleration, and heavy engine loads when the
engine is cold.
x Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle. Unburned fuel can get into
the catalytic converter and damage it. The steering column may also be locked.
Do not let your vehicle warm up while standing; instead, start driving right away after making sure
that you have good visibility through all windows. This will help the engine reach operating
temperature faster and keep down emissions.
Major consumers of electricity are temporarily switched off when the engine is being started.
After starting a cold engine, there may be increased operating noises for a few seconds. This is
normal and harmless.
When outside temperatures are below +41 °F (+5 °C) and the diesel fueled preheater is
activated, minor fume build-up may occur underneath the vehicle.

After the engine has been switched off, the radiator fan in the engine compartment may keep
running for several minutes, or may start running after the vehicle has been parked for a while, even if
the ignition is switched off and the vehicle key has been removed. The radiator fan shuts off
automatically when the engine has cooled down enough.
Electronic immobilizer
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
The immobilizer helps to prevent the engine from being started and driven with an unauthorized
vehicle key.
There is a microchip inside the vehicle key. The chip deactivates the immobilizer automatically when
an authorized vehicle key is inserted into the ignition switch.
The electronic immobilizer is automatically activated when the remote control vehicle key is pulled out
of the ignition switch. On vehicles with Keyless Access, the vehicle key must be outside the vehicle
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The engine can therefore only be started with an authorized and correctly coded genuine Volkswagen
vehicle key. Coded vehicle keys are available from authorized Volkswagen dealers, authorized
Volkswagen Service Facilities, and from certain independent repair facilities and locksmiths who are
qualified to make these vehicle keys 42.
If an unauthorized vehicle key is used, Immobilizer active! appears in the instrument cluster
display. The vehicle cannot be operated with this key.
A Declaration of Compliance with the United States FCC and Industry Canada regulations is on 269.
Using genuine Volkswagen keys helps minimize the risk of malfunctions.

Automatic Shift Lock (ASL)
The Automatic Shift Lock (ASL) in Park (P) and Neutral (N) prevents drive positions from being
engaged inadvertently, which would cause the vehicle to move.
To release the ASL, depress and hold the brake pedal with the ignition switched on. Press the release
button on the selector lever at the same time.
The ASL is not engaged if the selector lever is moved quickly through Neutral (N) (e.g., when shifting
from Reverse (R) to Drive (D)). This makes it possible to “rock” the vehicle backwards and forwards if
it is stuck in snow or mud. The ASL engages automatically if the brake pedal is not depressed and the
lever is in Neutral (N) for more than about 1 second and the vehicle is traveling no faster than about
3 mph (5 km/h).
In rare cases, the ASL may not engage on vehicles with DSG® Direct Shift Gearbox. If this happens,
power to the drive wheels will be interrupted to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. The
green indicator light k will blink and a text message will be displayed. To engage the Automatic Shift
Lock (ASL):
x Depress and then release the brake pedal. Try to engage the ASL again.
WARNING
Moving the selector lever to the wrong position can cause loss of vehicle control, a collision,
and serious personal injury.
x Never accelerate when moving the selector lever.
x When the engine is running and a drive position is engaged, the vehicle will start to move
as soon as the brake pedal is released.
x Never shift into Reverse or Park when the vehicle is moving.
WARNING
Unintended vehicle movement can cause serious personal injury.
x Never get out of the driver's seat while the engine is running, especially when the
transmission is in a drive gear. If you must leave your vehicle while the engine is running,
always set the parking brake and shift the transmission into Park (P).
x Never leave the vehicle in Neutral (N). It will roll down hills, whether the engine is running
or not.
x When the engine is running and a drive gear - Drive (D), Sport Drive (S), or Reverse (R) -
has been selected, press and hold the brake pedal to keep the vehicle from moving. The
vehicle may “creep” and move forward or backward even if the engine is idling slowly.
x Never shift into Reverse (R) or Park (P) when the vehicle is moving.
NOTICE
Even though the transmission is in Park (P), the vehicle may move a couple of inches (a few
centimeters) forwards or backwards if you take your foot off the brake pedal after stopping the
vehicle without first setting the parking brake.
If the selector lever is moved into Neutral (N) by mistake when the vehicle is moving, take your
foot off the accelerator pedal. Wait until the engine speed has dropped to idle speed before moving
the selector lever into a drive gear.