How to Turn Off All Interior Lights in the Tiguan L?

[GabrielDella]

The method to turn off all interior lights in the Tiguan L is: There is usually a switch above the front row with several modes, and you can directly turn it off by locating the switch. Taking the 2021 Tiguan L 330TSI Automatic Two-Wheel Drive Comfort Edition as an example: Its dimensions are 4712 mm in length, 1839 mm in width, and 1673 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2791 mm and a fuel tank capacity of 60L. In terms of power, it is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum power of 137 kW and a maximum torque of 320 Nm. For the suspension, the front suspension uses a MacPherson independent suspension, while the rear suspension employs a multi-link independent suspension.

[DelElias]

I've been driving the Tiguan L, and this issue is quite common. When all the interior lights are on, first check if all doors including the trunk are properly closed, because the lights automatically turn on if a door isn't shut properly. After closing the doors, the lights should go off automatically. If they remain on, look for a small light switch button near the dashboard on the driver's seat, which looks like a small bulb symbol, and pressing it can turn off the entire light group. Some models allow operation through the central touchscreen; enter the vehicle settings menu and find the lighting control to manually turn it off. I remember last year when I washed the car, the door wasn't closed tightly and the lights stayed on all night, nearly draining the battery and making it difficult to start. So, developing a habit of checking if the lights are off before parking can save a lot of trouble, especially before long trips to ensure everything is in order.

[LeTheo]

Commuter's Perspective on the Tiguan L: Fully lit headlights affect visibility and battery life. A quick fix is to close all doors tightly, then press and hold the light control button on the dashboard or ceiling for two seconds. Alternatively, navigate to the settings on the central control screen and switch the lighting to off mode. If the lights stay on without response, the door lock sensor might be dirty—clean it or restart the car to reset the system. Avoid keeping the key near the car frequently to prevent automatic light activation. Once, I forgot about this during overtime, and the battery drained, requiring a rescue call, which was quite a hassle and delayed work. Therefore, addressing light issues promptly is a basic safety habit.

[StFrancisco]

Mom's Experience with Kids: Often, the interior light turns on unexpectedly while driving, scaring passengers. This is usually caused by doors not being fully closed, especially when kids in the back seat move around. Immediately check if all doors are securely closed to automatically turn off the light. If that doesn't work, use the central control switch button to turn off the light, located near the handbrake on the button panel. You can also easily turn off the lighting through the car's infotainment system settings in a few simple steps. Leaving the light on not only disturbs children's sleep but also wastes battery. Safety comes first when driving at night, so it's important to ensure doors are properly closed after kids open them.