2014 Beetle Quick-Start Guide
Your Beetle comes standard with stand-out style. And that’s just the beginning. You’ll also discover many new, innovative features that make driving this iconic car more fun than ever before. Because at Volkswagen, we want to be sure that you’re getting the most out of your time behind the wheel. So we’ve created this guide to help you learn to speak fluent Volkswagen. knowingyourvw.
Bluetooth® Technology 1 Pairing your phone Text * PAIR3 to 38981 to watch the Bluetooth® Pairing video. First, check your phone’s compatibility at www.vw.com/bluetooth. Standard text and data rates apply. Phone button Start the ignition. Your vehicle’s Bluetooth® system will be in “discovery” mode for the next three minutes. From the Bluetooth® menu on your phone, search for new devices and select VW PHONE.
Bluetooth® Technology 3 Dial by number Dial by number tips Press the microphone button on the multifunction steering wheel. • If the system repeats the number incorrectly, say, “Correct” and repeat the number. After the chime, your vehicle’s Bluetooth® system will say, “Main menu”. • You do not have to include a “1” before the area code. Say, “Dial number”. Redial The system will respond, “Number please”. After the chime, say the number. (Speak the number in single digits 1-2-3.
Premium VIII Audio 5 Select and save a preset radio station Press AM, FM or SAT to select a band. Use the tuning knob at the lower right to select a station, then press and hold any preset station soft key until you hear a confirmation beep. The new station will appear in the display. By pressing the Presets soft key, you can change through additional presets. Streaming audio with Bluetooth® technology First, pair your compatible Bluetooth equipped phone or audio player.
RNS 315 Navigation and Audio 7 Enter a destination Press the NAV hard key. Change the route settings Tap the flag icon on the touchscreen. This will allow you to enter the address. NAV hard key Enter the state first, then the city, the street, and the number. The system will automatically display the fastest route. You can also have the most economical or shortest route displayed. Within the Navigation screen, press the SETUP hard key.
iPod® Adapter 9 To connect your device, here’s all you need to do Premium VIII RNS 315 First, note that your iPod® music player must be Generation Four or newer. Connect it to your vehicle’s MDI cable. First, note that your iPod® music player must be Generation Four or newer. Press the MEDIA hard key. Connect it to your vehicle’s MDI cable. Press the MEDIA-IN soft key until the external audio device is shown in the display. Audio from your device will play through your speaker system.
Manual Climate Control Cool the interior 11 Defrost the windshield Turn the temperature to MAX. Text * CLIMATE3 to 38981 to watch the Heating and Cooling video. Standard text and data rates apply. Turn the fan speed to 4. 1. Turn the temperature dial all the way to the right. Heat the interior The air recirculation light will come on automatically. 2. Turn the fan speed to 3. Turn the vent dial to the 3. Turn the vent dial to the Turn the temperature dial all the way to the right. setting.
Cruise Control 13 mph 60 Text * CRUISE3 to 38981 to watch the Cruise Control video. Activate When you get to your cruising speed, press the rocker switch at the end of the cruise stalk towards SET/ –. Standard text and data rates apply. 1. L ocate the cruise control stalk on the lower left hand side of the steering column. 2. T urn the switch on top of the cruise stalk to the ON position. Set cruising speed The green CRUISE light will appear in the instrument cluster.
Manual Seats 15 Adjust your seat height Text * SEATS3 to 38981 to watch the Adjusting the Seat video. Standard text and data rates apply. Adjust your seat forward or back Use the lever on the left side of the seat. Pull up to raise the seat and down to lower. 1. Pull up on the handle under the driver’s seat. 2. Rock forward or back to a comfortable position. 3. Release the handle to lock the seat in place. Lumbar support Recline your seat Use the dial on the lower rear of your seat.
Windshield Wipers 17 Continuous LOW: From the OFF position, move the wiper stalk two clicks up. HIGH: From the OFF position, move the wiper stalk three clicks up. Pulsing/quick wipes From the OFF position, press the wiper stalk down for a single wipe. Intermittent From the OFF position, move the wiper stalk one click up to activate the intermittent wipers. Wash The switch at the top of the stalk rotates to vary the time interval between each wipe. Pull the stalk toward you to spray washer fluid.
Setting the Clock Text * CLOCK3 to 38981 to watch the Clock Settings video. 19 Standard text and data rates apply. Turn the ignition On. Press the Menu/Clock button to highlight the hour in the instrument cluster display. To advance the hour, push the . Press and hold the button to fast forward through the hours. Press the Menu/Clock button again to highlight the minutes. The minutes can be advanced, like the hours, by pressing the through the minutes. .
Volkswagen Car-Net 21 TM Text * CARNET3 to 38981 to watch the VW Car-NetTM Features & Functions video. Standard text and data rates apply. Automatic Crash Notification In the event of an accident, if your airbags** are deployed, you will automatically be put in contact with a VW Car-Net™ Customer Specialist who is automatically notified of your vehicle’s location. A VW Car-Net™ Customer Specialist contacts your vehicle immediately to determine your needs and calls for help if necessary.
Volkswagen DoubleCheck 23 Got questions? We’ve got answers. Go to knowingyourvw.com Owning a VW gets even better. knowyourvw.com is a dedicated website that provides “how-to” video tutorials for operating many of the features found on your Volkswagen. Video tutorials are able to be viewed from your desktop or on a mobile device. Call your dealer to make an appointment for your Volkswagen DoubleCheck, also known as your second vehicle delivery, within 30-days of ownership.
Important Safety Instructions and Warnings BLUETOOTH® TECHNOLOGY • Accidents and injuries can occur if the driver is distracted. Speaking on or using a phone while driving can distract the driver from traffic. • Select the volume settings so that the acoustic signals from the outside are still audible (e.g. the sirens of emergency rescue vehicles). Obey all applicable legal requirements.
• Route cables so as not to interfere with the driver. • Unmounted or improperly mounted external devices can be thrown through the passenger compartment in the event of a sudden driving or braking maneuver or an accident, causing injury. • Never leave external devices in the doors, on the front windshield, on or near the area marked “AIRBAG” on the steering wheel, instrument panel, and seat backs or between these areas and the occupants.
• Text/email alerts (when setting up) - The alerts should only be viewed when it is safe and appropriate. Always pay careful attention to the road, and do not drive while distracted. Message and data rates apply. WINDSHIELD WIPERS • Windshield washer fluid without enough frost protection can freeze on the windshield and reduce visibility. • Use the windshield washer system with enough frost protection for winter temperatures.
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