00:00The risks and costs of ignoring your VW's battery light
00:03Did the battery light on your Volkswagen catch you off guard?
00:10We know how intimidating the appearance of such a light can be.
00:15The purpose of this presentation is to help you in this regard.
00:25What causes the battery warning light to come on?
00:30Explanation number one the battery is weak.
00:36Usually, when the battery light is on, it is attributed to a weak battery.
00:41Test your VW battery to see if it has reached the end of its useful life.
00:46If necessary replace it.
00:50Explanation number two defective alternator.
00:55The battery indicator could also turn on if the alternator is malfunctioning.
01:00After all, it is the alternator that keeps up with the battery's energy demands.
01:05Make sure it is operating at its full pace.
01:09Explanation number three bad wiring.
01:14Bad wiring may cut off the battery from the rest of the charging system.
01:17When this occurs, the alternator will be unable to recharge the battery.
01:23This may cause the battery light to come on.
01:28Explanation number four faulty ground strap.
01:33Ground strap essentially links the battery's negative terminal with the car body.
01:38If it is defective, the battery light will start flickering.
01:41The risks of driving a vehicle with the battery light on.
01:49Don't drive your Volkswagen if its battery light is on.
01:52It's not risk-free.
01:54Keep an eye on your car battery and other parts of the charging system.
01:58Get in touch with an auto service center if you think there is a technical issue.
02:01Don't take it for granted if your VW's battery light is on.
02:14Investigate the cause of the light and take appropriate action.
02:19Don't take it for granted if your VW's battery light is on.
02:24Investigate the cause of the light and take appropriate action.
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