Is VW Atlas key fob waterproof?
If your VW Atlas is equipped with remote keyless entry system, you get a remote control key that can be used to conveniently lock and unlock the vehicle with the …
VW Atlas key fob not working – causes and how to fix it
The remote keyless system in VW Atlas allows the driver to conveniently lock and unlock the vehicle with the press of a button. When the key fob stops working, it …
VW Atlas low AC refrigerant symptoms, how to recharge
The refrigerant is the magic compound running through the AC system of VW Atlas that makes it possible to blow super chilled air in the blistering heat. What happens when …
VW Atlas dirty cabin air filter symptoms, when to replace
The cabin air filter, also known as the pollen filter or microfilter, is responsible for filtering the air that the passengers breathe in VW Atlas. What happens when this filter …
VW Atlas bad alternator symptoms, how to check voltage
The alternator is the power station of VW Atlas that converts mechanical energy from the engine to electricity. It not only powers all the electrical components in the vehicle, but …
VW Atlas bad wheel speed sensor symptoms – how to diagnose
VW Atlas has a speed sensor at each wheel hub which measures the speed of the respective wheel and transmits the information to the ABS control unit. These sensors are …
VW Atlas window bounce back when closing – causes and how to fix it
The auto power windows in VW Atlas has pinch or jam protection feature which automatically reopens the window if it detects an obstacle. If the window bounce back when closing …
VW Atlas auto windows not working, how to reset
Your VW Atlas may be equipped with auto power windows feature, which automatically opens and closes the windows with one press of corresponding switch. If a window doesn’t fully close …
VW Atlas battery light is on – causes and how to reset
When the red battery light comes on in the dashboard of VW Atlas, it indicates a malfunction in the charging system. This can happen due to a number of reasons …
VW Atlas ABS light is on – causes and how to reset
The ABS, short for anti-lock braking system, is a safety feature in VW Atlas which prevents the wheels from locking up during braking. This makes it possible to maintain steerability …
VW Atlas dead battery symptoms, causes, and how to jump start
VW Atlas needs a healthy 12 volt battery for normal operation of the vehicle. It not only supplies high electrical current required to start the engine, but also helps power …
VW Atlas dashboard lights flicker and won’t start – causes and how to fix it
Flickering dashboard lights in VW Atlas when attempting to start the engine might seem like a major malfunction has occurred, but in the majority of cases it’s not a serious …
How to change time on VW Atlas clock
All VW Atlas vehicles are equipped with a digital clock, this guide shows you how to adjust time on the clock. You may need to change time on the digital …
Why VW Atlas has snowflake symbol next to outside temperature?
You may have noticed a snowflake symbol in the instrument cluster display of your VW Atlas. This symbol appears to warn drivers of extremely cold weather and possible risk of …
VW Atlas radiator fan keeps running after turning off the engine
When you turn off the engine in your VW Atlas, the radiator fan may continue to run for some time. This is not a malfunction but a feature. The radiator …
VW Atlas dashboard lights and what they mean
This article will help you identify the dashboard light symbols and what they mean in VW Atlas. The status of some functions inside the vehicle and vehicle components are checked …
VW Atlas makes clicking noise and won’t start – causes and how to fix it
VW Atlas making clicking noise when attempting to start the engine is a fairly common problem when it comes to no-crank starting issues, and can be easily fixed in the …
VW Atlas makes sloshing water sound – causes and how to fix it
Sloshing sounds in the cabin of VW Atlas should not be ignored. If the noise is due to accumulation of water somewhere, it can lead to unwanted bacteria growth like …
VW Atlas AC smells bad – causes and diagnosis
If the AC in your VW Atlas smells like a pile of dirty socks, it could be due to unwanted bacteria growth like mold or mildew. Inhaling these unpleasant musty …
VW Atlas AC not blowing hard enough – weak airflow causes
If the air conditioning system in VW Atlas is not blowing hard enough or has weak airflow, it not only negatively affects the cooling performance, but can also increase the …
VW Atlas AC blowing hot air – causes and how to fix it
Driving your VW Atlas in hot weather with a broken air conditioning system is not only uncomfortable, it can also be dangerous for your health when sweltering heat builds up …
VW Atlas AC not cooling – causes and diagnosis
Driving your VW Atlas in warmer temperatures with a malfunctioning air conditioning system can quickly become a nuisance when sweltering heat builds up in the cabin. There are several causes …
VW Atlas burning smell causes and how to fix it
Burning smell in VW Atlas could be harmless or something very serious and a potential fire hazard. Therefore it is recommended to urgently find and eliminate the cause of the …
VW Atlas AC blower motor not working – causes and diagnosis
The blower motor is the central component of the air conditioning system in VW Atlas, responsible for blowing hot or cold air through the AC vents. If the blower motor …
VW Atlas bad wheel bearings symptoms, causes and diagnosis
Wheel bearings in VW Atlas are one of the most crucial and stressed components. They cause the wheels to turn easily and at the same time absorb high radial and …