2014 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA HYBRID lock

Removing the wheel
x Review the checklist, Preparations for changing a wheel.
x Loosen the wheel bolts, Wheel bolts.
x Lift the vehicle, Lifting the vehicle with the vehicle jack.
x Completely unscrew and remove the previously loosened wheel bolts using the hexagonal socket
in the screwdriver handle ⇒ fig. 171. Place the wheel bolts on a clean surface.
x Remove the wheel.
Mounting a spare or compact spare wheel
If the tire is a unidirectional tire, be sure to install it in the proper rolling direction ⇒ page 192, Tires and wheels.
x Place the spare wheel or compact spare wheel on the axle.
x Screw in the wheel bolts clockwise and tighten them slightly using the hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle.
x Lower the vehicle with the jack.
x Use the lug wrench to firmly tighten all wheel bolts (turn clockwise) ⇒ . Do not tighten them in sequence! Tighten any wheel bolt to begin, then tighten the wheel bolt diagonally opposite the first bolt, and so forth.
x Install the wheel bolt caps, center wheel hubcap, or wheel cover, if any, Wheel trim.
WARNING
Wheel bolts that are tightened or installed improperly can come loose, causing loss of vehicle control, a crash, and serious personal injury.
x Always keep wheel bolts and threads in the wheel hub clean and free of oil and grease. The wheel bolts must turn easily and must be tightened with the right torque.
x Use the hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle only to turn the wheel bolts when they are loose, never to loosen them or tighten them firmly.
WARNING
Improper use of a compact spare wheel can cause loss of vehicle control, a crash or other accident, and serious personal injury.
x Never use a compact spare wheel if it is damaged or worn down to the wear indicators.
x Never drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h) with a compact spare wheel. Avoid full-throttle acceleration, heavy braking, and fast cornering!
x Never drive more than 125 miles (200 km) with a compact spare wheel that is installed on the front axle (drive axle).
x Replace the compact spare with a normal wheel and tire as soon as possible. Compact spare tires are designed for brief use only.
After changing a wheel

Please carry out each step only in the order specified:
fig. 176 (A) (B) (C) (C)
Low beam, daytime low beam headlight or daytime running light, side marker light
Front turn signal indicator High beam Parking light (small bulb holder)
3. Pull off the rubber cover on the back of the headlight. Depending on the model, a plastic cover with securing clip might be used. Press the securing clip upward and remove the cover.
4. Turn the bulb holder as far as it goes to the left and pull out with the light bulb facing rearward. Pull out the bulb holder with the light bulb facing rearward.
5. Pull the light bulb straight out of the bulb socket. If necessary, press the lock on the bulb holder.
6. Replace the burned out light bulb with a new bulb of the same type.
7. Insert the bulb holder into the headlight assembly and turn as far as it goes to the right. Insert the bulb holder into the headlight and slide it in completely.
8. Attach the rubber or plastic cover. If applicable slide the securing clip rearward.
The illustrations show the left headlight assembly from the rear. The right headlight assembly is the mirror image of the left headlight assembly.
Different models may have different lights, and the location and design of covers, bulb holders, and bulbs may be in a different location than shown in the illustrations.
You cannot replace the LEDs in LED daytime running lights. Contact your authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.

Please carry out each step only in the order specified:
2. Open the luggage compartment lid
3. Using the flat blade of the screwdriver from the vehicle tool kit carefully pry the cover
off the slot ⇒ fig. 180 A (1).
4. Unscrew the fastening screws B (3) with your hand and carefully remove the taillight assembly from the luggage compartment lid.
5. Press together the release tabs for the connector plug B (2) in the direction of the arrow and pull the connector plug off.
6. Unlock the bulb holder by pressing the locking tabs in direction of the arrow ⇒ fig. 181 A and remove the bulb holder from the taillight assembly.
7. Replace the burned out light bulb with a new bulb of the same type B.
8. Reinsert the bulb holder in the taillight assembly. The locking tabs must latch with an audible “click”.
9. Attach the connector plug ⇒ fig. 180 B (2) to the bulb holder.
10. Carefully reinsert the taillight assembly into the opening in the luggage compartment lid. Hold the rear light assembly with one hand in the installation position and with the other hand, tighten the fastening screws B (3).
11. Check the taillight assembly for proper installation and secure fit.
12. Attach the cover. The cover must latch tightly and securely into place.
13. Close the luggage compartment lid
Different models may have different lights, and the location and design of covers, bulb holders, and bulbs may be in a different location than shown in the illustrations.
Replacing taillight bulbs in the luggage compartment lid (LED taillights)

Fig. 182 In the luggage compartment lid: A: removing the cover on the LED taillight, B: Removing the LED taillight.

Changing the light bulb

5. Release the bulb holder from the locking tabs ⇒ fig. 185 A (arrows) and remove the bulb socket assembly from the taillight assembly.
6. Replace the burned out light bulb with a new bulb of the same type B.
7. Insert the bulb socket into the rear taillight assembly. The locking tabs A (arrows) must latch with an audible “click”.
Installing the rear light assembly

8. Plug the connector plug back into the bulb holder and carefully insert the rear light assembly into the opening in the vehicle body.
9. Hold the rear light assembly with one hand in the installation position and with the
other hand, tighten the fastening screw ⇒ fig. 184 B (1).
10. Check the taillight assembly for proper installation and secure fit.
11. Close the cover in the side trim panel.
12. Close the luggage compartment lid
Different models may have different lights, and the location and design of covers, bulb holders, and bulbs may be in a different location than shown in the illustrations.
Replacing the taillight bulbs in the vehicle body (LED taillights)

Fig. 186 In the side of luggage compartment: A: Open cover of the rear side panel. B: Removing the LED taillight assembly.

The procedure for attaching and for removing the jumper cables is described below. Perform each of the following steps only in the order described, which follow the letters shown in the illustration
⇒ fig. 189 A – B – C – D.
Attaching jumper cables
1. Switch off the ignition in both vehicles Starting and stopping the engine.
2. Open the fuse box cover in the engine compartment, Fuses.
3. Attach one end of the red jumper cable to the positive jump-start terminal in the engine
compartment ⇒ fig. 188 (+) ⇒ .
4. Attach the other end of the red jumper cable to the positive terminal (+) of the good battery (booster battery): (2).
5. Attach one end of the black jumper cable to the negative terminal (-) of the booster battery: (2) .
6. Attach the other end of the black jumper cable (3) to a bare metal part of the vehicle with the dead battery. This part should be connected directly to the engine block. You may also attach the cable to the engine block itself or to the towing eye installed on the front of the vehicle, Towing.
Attach the clamp to a point that is as far away as possible from the dead battery (1) ⇒ .
7. Route the jumper cables so that they cannot get caught in any moving parts in the engine compartment of either vehicle.
Starting the engine
x Start the engine of the vehicle with the good battery that is providing help and let it run at idle speed.
x Turn on the ignition of the vehicle with the dead battery. If the engine starts, wait 2 to 3 minutes
until it “runs smoothly” before removing the jumper cables as described below ⇒ . If the engine does not start within about 10 seconds, turn off the ignition and wait at least 1 minute; then try again.
Before removing the jumper cables
x Switch off the headlights (if they are on).
x In the vehicle with the dead battery, switch on the heater fan and the rear window defroster. This helps to minimize voltage spikes when the cables are disconnected.
Removing jumper cables
With the engine running, remove the jumper cables in reverse order to the way they were connected.
1. Disconnect the black (-) cable from the vehicle with the dead battery.
2. Disconnect the black (-) cable from the other vehicle (vehicle with the good battery).
3. Disconnect the red (+) cable from the other vehicle (vehicle with the good battery).
4. Disconnect the red (+) cable from the vehicle with the dead battery.
5. Close the fuse box cover.
6. If necessary, unscrew the towing eye on the front of the vehicle, Installing the front towing eye.

x Read and heed all towing information in the owner's manual for the other vehicle.
A vehicle can be towed only if the electronic steering column lock is released. In case of a power loss or malfunctions of the electrical system, the engine may have to be jump-started in order to release the electronic steering column lock.
Installing the front towing eye

Fig. 190 In the right front bumper: Removing the cover.

Fig. 191 In the right front bumper: Screwing in the towing eye.

x Screw the towing eye counterclockwise into the threaded hole as far as it will go (arrow)
⇒ fig. 191 ⇒ . Use the lug wrench to turn and tighten the towing eye.
x When towing is complete, unscrew the towing eye clockwise to remove it.
x Position the upper lip of the cover in the opening in the bumper and carefully push the lower lip over the edge of the opening; if necessary press on the lower lip from below.
x Push on the lower part of the cover until the lower lip has locked into place.
NOTICE
Always make sure the towing eye is screwed all the way into threaded hole so that it is secure. If not, it could be pulled out while your vehicle is being towed.
Installing the rear towing eye

Fig. 192 In the right rear bumper: Removing the cover.

Fig. 193 In the rear right bumper: Screwing in the towing lug.

Installing the rear towing eye
x Take the towing eye, the lug wrench, and the screwdriver out of the vehicle tool kit in the luggage compartment, Vehicle tool kit.
x Carefully slide the cover down and off in the direction of the arrow ⇒ fig. 192. Slightly more force may be required.
x Stow the cover in the luggage compartment if necessary.
x Screw the towing eye counterclockwise into the threaded hole as far as it will go (arrow)
⇒ fig. 193 ⇒ . Use the lug wrench to turn and tighten the towing eye.
x When towing is complete, unscrew the towing eye clockwise to remove it.
x Slide the cover into the bumper in the direction opposite to the arrow until locks into place
⇒ fig. 192.
NOTICE
Always make sure the towing eye is screwed all the way into threaded hole so that it is secure. If not, it could be pulled out while your vehicle is being towed.
Driving tips while towing