2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE lock

x Only open and close the convertible top when it is clean.
NOTICE
If the convertible top is opened frequently when it is damp or it is left open for several weeks at a time, it may develop creases and pressure marks and could be damaged.
x Do not leave the convertible top open for long periods of time.
x Only open the convertible top when it is completely dry.
When parking the vehicle with the convertible top open, the vehicle interior is not protected against unauthorized access.
x Always close the convertible top and lock the doors and luggage compartment before leaving the vehicle.
x Always store objects left in the vehicle in the locked luggage compartment.
The convertible top will only open or close when the luggage compartment lid is completely closed. Do not open the luggage compartment lid when the convertible top is opening or closing.
Indicator light

Lights up Possible cause Proper response
Convertible top is opening or closing. Wait until the convertible top has fully opened or fully closed.

Flashes Possible cause Proper response

The convertible top opening or closing process is not finished or there is a convertible top malfunction.
Check if the opening or closing process has finished. If necessary, end the process using the convertible top button
Check if all technical requirements are met. If not, take the necessary steps to meet the technical requirements
Check if there is a convertible top malfunction. If necessary, correct the malfunction or have the system checked by your authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility
Messages in the instrument cluster display
When the ignition is switched on, the indicator lights come on briefly for a function check. They go out after a few seconds.

WARNING
Uncontrolled or unintentional opening and closing of the convertible top can cause accidents and serious injuries.
x Never open or close the convertible top unless the vehicle is parked and at a safe distance from traffic.
x Do not open or close the convertible top unless you have made sure that nobody is in the way of the luggage compartment lid, the convertible top supports, and other moving parts.
x Make sure the closed convertible top is latched securely.
x If convertible top operation is interrupted:
– The convertible top may not stop moving immediately. Gravity may cause the convertible top to continue moving.
– If you cannot close the convertible top “normally,” use the emergency closing procedure to latch it, if necessary.
– Note the messages in the instrument cluster that indicate if the convertible top has closed and latched correctly.
NOTICE
Frequent opening and closing of the convertible top drains the vehicle battery. To help prevent the battery from draining, leave the engine running if opening and closing the roof frequently.
NOTICE
Always close the convertible top before leaving the vehicle and when it may rain or snow. If the convertible top is open, rain or snow can damage the vehicle interior and can cause extensive damage to the electrical system.
NOTICE
The height of the vehicle changes when the convertible top is opening or closing. When there is not enough room above the vehicle, for example in a garage, the convertible could hit something and be damaged.
x Only open or close the convertible top when there is enough room above the vehicle to do so.
If you park the vehicle with the convertible top open, the passenger compartment can be damaged by rain or snow, and it is also open to unauthorized persons.
x Always close the convertible top before you leave the vehicle.
x If you must leave things in the vehicle when the top is down, you should lock them in the luggage compartment.

Opening or closing the convertible top with the remote control vehicle
key

Fig. 34 Buttons in the remote control vehicle key.
In some vehicles equipped with the Keyless Access locking and starting system, Power locking and closing system, the convertible can be opened or closed from outside the vehicle when the ignition is off using a valid remote control vehicle key. For this to work, the vehicle key must be within range of the Keyless Access locking and starting system, Unlocking or locking the vehicle with Keyless Access. Volkswagen recommends having the vehicle key less than 1 meter from the door handle on the driver or passenger door.
Before opening or closing the convertible top with the vehicle key, note the following:
x The vehicle doors must be closed.
x Make sure there is enough room above the vehicle for the convertible top to open ⇒ .
Opening or closing the convertible top using the vehicle key
x Follow the checklists and perform the steps on, General information.
x Hold the remote control vehicle key outside the vehicle near the door handle on the driver or passenger door.
x To open: Briefly press the 0 button in the remote control vehicle key. Then press and hold the button within about 2 seconds. Continue holding the button until the convertible top is completely open
⇒ . A chime sounds repeatedly until the convertible top has opened completely.
x To close: Briefly press the 1 button in the remote control vehicle key. Then press and hold the button within about 2 seconds. Continue holding the button until the convertible top is completely
closed ⇒ . A chime sounds repeatedly until the convertible top has closed completely.
Interrupting convertible top operation
The convertible top operation will stop if you release the 0 or 1 button in the remote control vehicle key
⇒ .
When convertible top operation is interrupted, audible warning signals sound after a few seconds and the convertible top will lower either to the front or to the rear of the vehicle, depending on where it was when operation was interrupted.
Continuing convertible top operation
If convertible top operation was interrupted, you can continue operation by pressing and holding the 0
or 1 button in the remote control vehicle key ⇒ .

x Only open or close the convertible top when there is enough room above the vehicle to do so.
If you park the vehicle with the convertible top open, the passenger compartment can be damaged by rain or snow, and it is also open to unauthorized persons.
x Always close the convertible top before you leave the vehicle.
x If you must leave things in the vehicle when the top is down, you should lock them in the luggage compartment.
Removing the wind blocker from the luggage compartment and storing

Fig. 35 A: Opening the storage compartment for the wind blocker. B: Removing the wind blocker from the storage compartment.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a wind blocker that can be used when the convertible top is down.
Removing the wind blocker from the luggage compartment
x Turn the quick-release fasteners ⇒ fig. 35 A (arrows) counterclockwise and gently guide the storage compartment (1) down.
x Raise the back of the wind blocker B (2) and remove it from the storage compartment in the direction indicated by the arrow.
x Fold the storage compartment upward and turn the quick-release fasteners A (arrows) clockwise to close.
Storing the wind blocker
x Turn the quick-release fasteners A (arrows) counterclockwise and gently guide the storage compartment (1) down.
x Slide the wind blocker B (2) opposite the direction of the arrow into the storage compartment (1).
x Fold the storage compartment upward and turn the quick-release fasteners A (arrows) clockwise to close.
Removing and installing the storage compartment when it is not needed
To increase the size of the luggage compartment, you can remove a storage compartment if it is not needed.
To remove the storage compartment B (1), pull it out of the brackets in the direction of the arrow.
To install the storage compartment B (1), slide it into the brackets opposite the direction of the arrow.

WARNING
Installing or removing the wind blocker by the side of the road near moving traffic can cause accidents and serious personal injuries.
x Always park the vehicle a safe distance from moving traffic when installing or removing the wind blocker.
x Never install or remove the wind blocker while driving.
WARNING
Incorrect seating positions in the vehicle increase the risk of serious of fatal injuries in the event of an accident or sudden driving and braking maneuvers.
x Never let anyone sit on the rear seats when the wind blocker is installed.
WARNING
Unsecured or improperly secured objects can cause severe injuries during sudden braking maneuvers or if the vehicle is involved in an accident while driving.
x Never place unsecured objects underneath the wind blocker.
x Never use the wind blocker as a storage shelf. Items on the wind blocker can be thrown around inside the vehicle by the wind and cause injuries.
x Never use the wind blocker to secure objects.
WARNING
Always make sure that hands, fingers, and other parts of the body are out of the way when moving the wind blocker up or down, or when folding it together.
x Never fold the wind blocker upward while driving.
NOTICE
x Always store the wind blocker in its storage compartment when not in use.
x Do not store any other objects in the wind blocker storage compartment.

Installing and removing the wind blocker

Fig. 36 Unfolding the wind blocker.

Fig. 37 A: Sliding in the bars on the wind blocker. B: Sliding in the locking pins.
The wind blocker, if equipped, is in a storage compartment in the vehicle's luggage compartment.
You can close the convertible top even when the wind blocker is installed.
Unfolding the wind blocker
Folding the wind blocker outward before installing it is the easiest way to get it into the correct position for installation.
x Remove the wind blocker from the luggage compartment, Removing the wind blocker from the luggage compartment and storing.
x Fold both side sections outward in the direction of the arrows ⇒ fig. 36 until they lock into place.
Installing the wind blocker
The wind blocker is installed correctly when the longer side faces toward the front and the wind blocker frame is on top.
x Insert both pins on the driver side of the wind blocker into the holes in the side trim panel above the
rear seats ⇒ fig. 37 A (1) (magnified area).
x Fold the handle B (4) at the front center of the wind blocker upward in the direction of the arrow and hold it in place.
x Pull the section of the wind blocker that is facing the front passenger side upward slightly.

x Insert both pins on the wind blocker on the front passenger side into the holes in the side trim panel above the rear seats B (2) (magnified area).
x Press down lightly on the center of the wind blocker B (3) until it locks into place.
x Pull the top section of the wind blocker upward so it contacts the stops and snaps into place.
Removing the wind blocker
x Fold the upper section of the wind blocker down toward the rear of the vehicle.
x Fold the handle B (4) at the front center of the wind blocker upward in the direction of the arrow and hold it in place.
x Pull the center of the wind blocker upward opposite the direction of the arrow B (3).
x Remove both wind blocker retaining pins on the front passenger side from the holes in the side trim panel opposite the direction of the arrows B (2).
x Remove both wind blocker retaining pins on the driver side from the holes in the side trim panel opposite the direction of the arrows A (1).
Closing the wind blocker
x Fold the handle B (4) at the front center of the wind blocker upward in the direction of the arrow and hold it in place.
x Fold both side sections inward opposite the direction of the arrow ⇒ fig. 36.
x Store the wind blocker in the luggage compartment, Removing the wind blocker from the luggage compartment and storing.
WARNING
Installing or removing the wind blocker by the side of the road near moving traffic can cause accidents and serious personal injuries.
x Always park the vehicle a safe distance from moving traffic when installing or removing the wind blocker.
x Never install or remove the wind blocker while driving.
WARNING
Incorrect seating positions in the vehicle increase the risk of serious of fatal injuries in the event of an accident or sudden driving and braking maneuvers.
x Never let anyone sit on the rear seats when the wind blocker is installed.
WARNING
Unsecured or improperly secured objects can cause severe injuries during sudden braking maneuvers or if the vehicle is involved in an accident while driving.
x Never place unsecured objects underneath the wind blocker.
x Never use the wind blocker as a storage shelf. Items on the wind blocker can be thrown around inside the vehicle by the wind and cause injuries.
x Never use the wind blocker to secure objects.

WARNING
Always make sure that hands, fingers, and other parts of the body are out of the way when moving the wind blocker up or down, or when folding it together.
x Never fold the wind blocker upward while driving.
NOTICE
x When moving a front seat forward or back, make sure the backrest does not press against the wind blocker. This can damage the wind blocker, especially its locking mechanism.
x Always store the wind blocker in its storage compartment when not in use.
x Never put objects (luggage, grocery bags, etc.) on top of the wind blocker.
Installing and removing the convertible top cover (boot)

Fig. 38 With the convertible top open: Convertible top cover.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a convertible top cover (boot) that fits over the convertible top when it is down.
Installing the convertible top cover
x Remove the convertible top cover from the luggage compartment.
x Unfold the convertible top cover and lay it over the open top.
x Snap the clips on either side of the convertible top cover ⇒ fig. 38 A (1) into place on the rear side of the trim panels above the rear seats.
x Insert each interior side of the convertible top cover A (arrows), behind the trim panels.
x Insert the front area of the convertible top cover A (2) behind the Automatic Rollover Support System.
x Pull the cover over the convertible top.
x Insert the rear area of the convertible top cover B (3) next to the seal above the luggage compartment lid until the edge of the convertible top cover is completely tucked under the seal and the seam is no longer visible.
x Press the left and right sides of the cover into the retainer completely B (4).