2015 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE CONVERTIBLE lock

x When washing or rinsing the vehicle in cold weather, do not let water get into the lock cylinders or point the hose at gaps around the doors, hood, or luggage compartment lid. The water could freeze on the locks and seals and make it difficult to open the vehicle!
NOTICE
Never wash the convertible top with a power washer. The convertible top could be damaged.
Cleaning windows and outside mirrors

Overview of recommended rubber conditioning products

Seal Recommended product
(A) and (B) Clean only. Do not use any conditioning products.
(C) Rubber conditioning product without silicone or special lubricantG 052 172 A1.

NOTICE
Using incorrect conditioning products can damage the seals. For information on suitable conditioning products, see your authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Deicing door lock cylinders

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
If you suspect a malfunction or vehicle damage, read and follow the following advice before contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. You may also find helpful information under “Special considerations” or “Checklist” in the index.

Description Possible causes, among others Possible remedy
Engine does not start.
Vehicle battery dead. – Perform jump-start – Charge vehicle battery
The wrong vehicle key is used. Use a valid vehicle key.
Fuel level too low. Refuel
AdBlue fill level too low. Refill AdBlue
Vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked using vehicle key.
– Battery in the remote control vehicle key is dead. – Too far away from the vehicle (out of range). – Buttons have been pressed too many times.
– Replace the battery in the remote control vehicle key. – Move closer to vehicle. – Synchronize vehicle key. – Lock or unlock vehicle manually.
Unusual noises. Cold engine, braking assist systems, electronic steering column lock. Check the “Noises” entry in the index.
Odd driving behavior.
Assistance systems activated. Check the “Assistance systems” entry in the index.
DSG® automated transmission too hot. Stop vehicle as soon as you can safely do so.
Features do not work as described in this manual.
Settings were adjusted in the Volkswagen Information System.
Check and reset to factory settings if necessary
Headlights do not light up the road as they should.
– Headlights incorrectly adjusted. – Light bulbs burned out. – Low beams not switched on.
– Have the headlight range adjusted by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. – Change light bulbs. – Switch on low beams.
Electrical consumers do not work.
Vehicle battery charge too low. Charge vehicle battery.
Remaining fuel level too low. Refuel.
Fuse blown. Check fuse and replace if necessary

WARNING
Before using the emergency procedure to close the convertible top, park the vehicle as far away from moving traffic as possible. If necessary, switch on the emergency flashers and set up a warning triangle. Obey all applicable legal requirements.
NOTICE
If the vehicle's battery fails or the power windows won't work, the door windows are not lowered when the door is opened or closed. Always close and open the door carefully to help prevent damage to the window, the paint, or the rubber seal.
NOTICE
To help prevent vehicle damage, carefully remove and properly reinstall parts after emergency locking or unlocking.
Manually unlocking and locking the driver door

Fig. 155 Door handle on driver door: Concealed lock cylinder.

Special considerations when unlocking:
x If the vehicle is equipped with an anti-theft alarm system, the system remains activated for the
unlocked vehicle. But the alarm is not triggered at first ⇒  Power locking system.
x Open the driver door. The alarm will sound.
x Switch on the ignition. For vehicles with Keyless Access, deactivate the alarm by holding the
remote control vehicle key to the right of the steering column trim and pressing the starter button ⇒  Starting and stopping the engine, if necessary. The electronic immobilizer recognizes a valid remote control vehicle key when the ignition is switched on and deactivates the anti-theft alarm system.
The driver door can be unlocked separately from the inside the vehicle by pulling the door
handle to open the door ⇒  Unlocking or locking the vehicle from the inside.
The anti-theft alarm system, when installed, is not activated when the vehicle is locked manually
with the key bit ⇒  Anti-theft alarm system.
Manually locking the passenger door

Fig. 156 On the edge of the passenger door: Manually locking the door with the vehicle key.

The passenger door can be unlocked and opened separately from inside the vehicle by pulling
the door handle to open the door ⇒  Unlocking or locking the vehicle from the inside.
Opening the luggage compartment lid from the passenger
compartment

Fig. 157 In the bottom of the driver door pillar: Emergency release cover.

Fig. 158 In the bottom of the driver door pillar: Luggage compartment lid emergency release.

x Turn the handle counterclockwise to open the convertible top hooks. You may have to push up on the front of the convertible top slightly so the hooks can open all the way.
x Pull the convertible top down using the emergency handle and turn the handle clockwise until the convertible top latches completely and securely. The indicator light goes out.
x Turn the screw in the center of the emergency handle counterclockwise to loosen using the Phillips head end of the screwdriver and remove the handle.
x Reinstall the front cover over the emergency lock opening.
x Put the hexagonal socket wrench, emergency handle, and screwdriver back into the vehicle tool kit
⇒  Vehicle tool kit.
x Drive to an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility to have the convertible top serviced. The bolts that were removed cannot be reused and must be replaced with
new bolts before the top can be opened again ⇒ .
WARNING
The wind generated by driving can open the convertible top if it is not latched. This can cause accidents and serious injuries.
x Never drive if the convertible top is not latched.
CAUTION
To help reduce the risk of personal injury, never touch moving parts when the convertible top is closing.
x Always be careful not to pinch your hands when closing the convertible top manually.
x Always be careful not to pinch yourself or others when pressing the convertible top onto the windshield frame.
NOTICE
To help prevent significant vehicle damage, do not operate the convertible top after performing the emergency closing procedure until the bolts are replaced with correct, new bolts by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Emergency release for the fuel filler flap

Emergency release for the selector lever lock

Fig. 162 Removing the selector gate cover.

Fig. 163 Releasing the selector lever lock.