Rear hatch -> Warning light for Your Volkswagen Beetle 4 Door Third Generation (2012-2019)

If the vehicle must be pushed, do not push against the rear spoiler. The rear spoiler and the  
rear hatch could be damaged.  
Warning light  
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS  
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Lights up Possible cause  
Proper response  
OR  
Stop!  
Open the rear hatch and then close it again.  
Rear hatch open or improperly closed.  
icon ap-  
pears in the  
display  
When the ignition is switched on, several warning and indicator lights come on briefly for a function  
check. They go out after a few seconds.  
If the rear hatch is not closed properly, the . warning light comes on in the instrument cluster or the  
vehicle icon appears in the instrument cluster display showing an open rear hatch.  
Depending on your vehicle's equipment and options, the red warning light or icon may still be dis-  
played even after the ignition is switched off as long as the key has not been taken out of the ignition.  
The icon in the instrument cluster display goes out about 15 seconds after the vehicle has been  
locked.  
WARNING  
If the rear hatch is not closed properly, it may open suddenly when the vehicle is moving and  
cause severe injuries.  
Stop immediately and close the rear hatch.  
Always make sure the rear hatch is securely latched after you close it.  
Opening the rear hatch  
Fig. 25 In the remote control vehicle key: Button to unlock and open the rear hatch.