Turn the ignition on.
Volkswagen beetle check engine light reset.
If the check engine light won t turn off on your new beetle it is because it has not been reset or the problem that triggered the check engine light has not yet been fixed.
Connect scan tool to the 16 pin data link connector dlc located underneath the steering column.
When one of these sensors fails it sends a signal to the engine computer to illuminate the check engine light in the dash.
These sensors monitor many vital engine functions and help to lower harmful emissions.
This method shows how to turn off the engine check light off after a routine service.
There are sensors positioned throughout the vehicle that monitor all the vital functions of the car and report back to the main computer in the form of trouble codes.
When retrieving volkswagen check engine light codes with an obd ii scan tool proceed as follows.
While still holding that button turn the key although not far enough to start the engine and then press and hold the minute button on the left side of the instrument pane if pressing doesnt work try turning the knob.
2006 vw jetta tdi service engine light reset with the key in the ignition but not turned press and hold the odometer reset button on the right hand side of the panel.
The connector may have a removable cover.
In some cases you need to pull over immediately to prevent damage while in others you merely need to tighten you gas cap next time you stop in order to reset the service engine soon light.
Press the dashboard button turn ignition on leave on and press again.