How do you reset the airbag light on a VW Beetle?

By Lexie Tanner 5 years ago

How do you reset the airbag light on a VW Beetle?

How to Reset a VW Beetle Airbag Module

  1. Shut off the engine.
  2. Press the reset tool’s “Select” button until the red and yellow lights light up.
  3. Turn on the ignition but do not start the car.
  4. Press the tool’s “Enter” button for 10 seconds until its lights come on.

Why is my airbag light on in my Volkswagen?

When the light is on, it means your airbag may not deploy in the event of an accident. If the airbag is broken, it will cause the warning light to illuminate. Sometimes a car has been in a crash that triggered the crash sensors, but it wasn’t at the point of making the airbags deploy.

How do I get the airbag light off?

How to Reset an Airbag Light

  1. Put the key into the ignition and turn the switch to the “on” position.
  2. Watch for the airbag light to turn on. It will stay illuminated for seven seconds and then shut itself off. After it shuts off, immediately turn the switch off and wait three seconds.
  3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 two more times.

How do I get the airbag light off my dashboard?

How do I get my airbag light to go off?

Is it safe to drive my car with the airbag light on?

If the airbag light is on, it means that the airbag will not be able to deploy in the event of an accident. This is a dangerous proposition, and it means that you should avoid driving if at all possible in that vehicle.

What does the light on the air bag mean?

Vw dealer advises that airbag light indicates airbags are disabled and caused by a malfunction in the seatbelt assembly costing over $500 to repair. D. O.

Is there a recall on the New Beetle?

Below is the actual recall description and remedy: “Volkswagen is recalling 76,900 my 2004-2005 New Beetle and my 2003-2005 New Beetle convertibles equipped with an advanced (dual-stage) air bag system.

How much does it cost to fix an air bag light?

Took it to the dealer to diagnose. Dealer stated that the drivers side (seat) side impact airbag (the one built into the side of the seat nearest the door) was not communicating with the airbag system and stated that it would cost $680 to fix. Less that a year ago I spent $500 on the drivers seat belt latch replacement to cure the airbag light.