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How to Turn on High Beam Headlights in Volkswagen?

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DelMiranda
07/29/25 12:22pm

Here are the steps to turn on high beam headlights in Volkswagen: 1. Turn the knob below the left side of the steering wheel to the right to activate the low beam headlights. 2. Push or pull the control lever on the left side of the steering wheel to switch between low beam and high beam headlights. Below are the correct ways to use Volkswagen headlights: 1. When meeting another vehicle at night, switch to low beam headlights when the distance is more than 150 meters. 2. Use low beam headlights when meeting non-motorized vehicles on narrow roads or bridges at night. 3. When turning at an intersection controlled by traffic lights at night, use low beam headlights. 4. Use low beam headlights when driving close to the vehicle in front in the same direction. Drive with low beam headlights on well-lit roads.

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LolaLynn
08/13/25 11:15pm

Turning on the high beams of a Volkswagen is actually quite simple. I usually prefer to operate them manually while driving. The control stalk on the left side of the steering wheel - a light push downward flashes the high beams, which works great for instantly alerting oncoming traffic. If you need to keep the high beams on continuously, just push the stalk all the way forward. At this point, a blue headlight icon will illuminate on the instrument panel. However, a reminder for new drivers: don't use high beams in well-lit urban areas as they can dazzle oncoming drivers. After driving Volkswagens for so many years, I've noticed that some higher-end models even come with automatic high beam functionality. When activated in the settings, the car can automatically switch based on road conditions, but this feature reacts a bit sluggishly - not as reliable as manual operation.

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StAna
10/09/25 3:18am

I usually turn on the high beams when driving on the highway at night. The control lever in Volkswagen cars is located on the left side of the steering wheel. Pulling the lever towards yourself turns on the low beams, while pushing it forward activates the high beams. The blue light icon on the dashboard indicates that the high beams are on. Additionally, note that there's a button on the top of the Volkswagen's light control lever for switching between auto and manual modes—don't confuse this with the high beam operation. Many beginners mistakenly use high beams in heavy fog on the highway, which actually reduces visibility. In foggy conditions, you should use fog lights combined with low beams.

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BarrettRose
11/22/25 4:33am

The high beam switch for Volkswagen cars is the lever on the left side of the steering wheel. Push it forward to turn it on. Make sure to push it all the way until it clicks into place, don't just tap it lightly. After turning it on, check the dashboard for a blue light indicator - if it's there, you've succeeded. Feel free to use high beams on highways without streetlights, but remember to switch back to low beams when there's oncoming traffic or a vehicle within 150 meters ahead. Some models have an anti-glare button on the rearview mirror - remember to activate it to avoid being dazzled by the high beams of vehicles behind you.

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