How to adjust the dashboard background lighting of Volkswagen Lavida?
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Locate the driver's seat position. Below the steering wheel, on the left side, there is a control button for adjusting the brightness of the dashboard lighting. Press the control button for adjusting the brightness of the dashboard lighting to make adjustments.
When I first got my Lavida, I was also researching how to adjust the instrument panel lights. In the lighting control area on the left side of the steering wheel, there's a knob with a gear symbol next to the headlight switch - that's the key to adjusting brightness. Remember to turn on the headlights first (either manual or auto mode works), then rotate this knob to see the instrument backlight change. I've tried dimming it slightly during night driving to reduce eye strain, while setting it brighter during daytime for better visibility. Note that the position may vary slightly across different model years, and higher trim levels can also adjust it through the trip computer menu. I recommend adjusting it according to road conditions - this is quite important for long-distance driving. By the way, the ambient lighting actually adjusts simultaneously, creating a coordinated interior that really improves the driving mood.
I drove a Lavida for several years and gained quite some experience in adjusting the instrument lighting. It mainly relies on the knob near the light control lever, which is marked with an instrument symbol. However, there's a detail to note: adjustments can only be made when the parking lights or headlights are on; it's locked during the day when only the daytime running lights are on. I usually set the brightness to a medium-low level at night, which is neither glaring nor too dim to see the fuel gauge needle. If the adjustment doesn't respond, it might be due to a fuse issue or poor switch contact. Some car owners overlook the function of this knob, but setting the right brightness actually helps prevent driver fatigue. I readjust it every season change, as the ambient light differs significantly between summer and winter.
