Read and follow the introductory information and
safety information first⇒
Introduction
to the subject
| Lights up | Possible cause | Proper response |
|---|---|---|
|
Engine hood not properly closed. | Stop!Close the engine hood. |
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 engine hood is open or not closed properly, the warning light comes on
in the instrument cluster:
.
Depending on your vehicle's equipment and options, a symbol showing that the hood is not properly closed may appear in the instrument cluster display instead of the warning light. The symbol will still be displayed even after the ignition is switched off. The display goes out about 15 seconds after the vehicle has been locked with the doors closed.

Warning
Introduction to the subject
Getting ready to work in the engine compartmentVolkswagen Tiguan Owners Manual > Off-road driving situations: If the vehicle is stuck
Read and follow the introductory information and
safety information first⇒Introduction
to the subject It takes experience and a fine touch to rock a vehicle back and
forth to get it going when it is stuck.
If you go about it the wrong way, you'll dig the vehicle in even deeper and need
...