VW Original Battery Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg and 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Do Not Check Or Charge Batteries That Have A Visual Indicator That Is Light Yellow. Do Not Give A Jump Start.
There is a risk of explosion during testing, charging or jump starting.
These batteries must be replaced.
-- Select "VW Original Battery Test" in the menu.
-- Select "inside the vehicle" or "outside of the vehicle".
-- Select "at the battery terminal" or "at the battery jump start terminal".
-- Scan in the battery 2D code or manually select battery type and current strength.
-- Measure the temperature. Hold the temperature sensor approximately 5 cm above the battery terminal until the temperature is stable.
-- Start the test.
-- Print out the test report if necessary.