2012 VOLKSWAGEN CC instrument cluster

Push the /+ button (⇒ fig. 13) on the right side of the multi-function
steering wheel until a main menu appears in the instrument cluster
display. For a list of main menus, see ⇒  Main menu.
Push buttons # or ∃ to move to another main menu, and push the
arrow up and down buttons * and + to navigate inside the current
main menu. For example, in the Settings main menu, press the ar-
row down button + to navigate to the MFI data submenu.
Displaying a submenu
Press the /+ button ⇒ fig. 13 to display submenu items. For in-
stance, after scrolling to MFI data in the Settings main menu, press
the /+ button to display items available under the MFI data submenu.
Selecting a setting
Some menus are used to select settings for certain features. Push
the /+ button (⇒ fig. 13) to select a setting.
Use the arrow up and down buttons * and + on the multi-function
steering wheel to navigate through the available options.
The selected menu item is located between the 2 horizontal lines.
There may also be a triangle () on the right.
Push the /+ button to select the setting.
Returning to the main menu
Via menu: Use the arrow down button + to select Back and then
press the /+ button ⇒ fig. 13.
For operation with multi-function steering wheel: Press E.
Driver assistance systems button

Fig. 14 In the turn signal and high beam lever: Driver assistance sys-
tems button.

Display Function
Av. consumption
--.- l/100 km
(toggle) is displayed once the vehicle has been
driven about 330 feet (100 m). Until then, dash-
es appear instead of a number. The value dis-
played is updated every 5 seconds.
Range  -- mi Estimated distance in miles (km) that the vehicle
can go with the fuel left in the tank the way you
are currently driving. Takes account of the cur-
rent fuel consumption, among other things. Range  -- km
Route -- mi Distance driven in miles (km) per trip memories
1 and 2 (toggle).
Route -- km
Average speed
-- mph
Average speed on trips per trip memories 1 and
2 (toggle). Displayed once the vehicle has been
driven about 300 feet (100 m). Until then, dash-
es may appear instead of a number. The value
displayed is updated every 5 seconds.
Average speed
-- km/h
-- mph Digital display of the current vehicle speed.
-- km/h
Oil temperature Current engine oil temperature (digital display;
3.6 liter engine only).
Speed warning
--- mph
When the set speed (from 20–155 mph or 30–
250 km/h) is exceeded, an acoustic warning
sounds and a visual message may also appear
in the instrument cluster display. Speed warning
--- km/h

Switching between the displays
Use the arrow up and down buttons (* and +) on the multi-
function steering wheel.

Storing speed for the speed warning
Navigate to MFI > Speed warning (Speed warning -- mph or
Speed warning -- km/h) display.
Press the /+ button to save the current speed and to activate the
warning.
If the speed is not right, press buttons * or + on the multi-function
steering wheel to set a different speed within about 5 seconds. Then
press the /+ button a second time or just wait a few seconds. The
speed is saved and the warning is activated.
To deactivate, toggle to --- mph or --- km/h and press the /+ but-
ton. The set speed is deleted.
Manually erasing trip memory 1 or 2
Navigate to MFI > Route.
Select the memory to be erased.
Press the /+ button for about 2 seconds.
Enabling and disabling displays
Use the Settings menu, submenu MFI data to enable displays you
want to be available under the MFI menu in the instrument cluster
display. The units in which data is displayed can also be changed ⇒ 
Settings menu
Settings menu

Settings
menu
Function
Lights &
Vision
Vehicle lighting settings
Time Set hours and minutes for the instrument cluster
clock, the Radio & Navigation System clock, and the
analog clock. The digital clocks can be set to show
the time in 12 or 24 hour format, and can also be set
to daylight savings time.
Snow tires Set up a visual and acoustic speed warning. Use the
feature only when winter tires are installed that have
a speed rating less than top vehicle speed.
Compass Calibrate the compass on vehicles without a factory-
installed navigation system. To calibrate, follow the
instructions in the instrument cluster display
Units Set the units in which temperature, fuel consumption,
and distances should be displayed (for example,
whether to show distance driven in miles or kilome-
ters).
Service View the service reminder display
Factory
setting
Reset the functions in the Settings menu back to the
factory settings.

Lights & Vision submenu

WARNING
Vehicle health reports do not replace the information provided
by the vehicle warning and indicator lights. Failure to heed
warning lights and instrument cluster text messages can cause
the vehicle to break down in traffic and result in a collision and
serious personal injury.
Never ignore warning lights or text WARNINGS.
Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
Park the vehicle at a safe distance from moving traffic and
where no part of the hot catalytic converter and exhaust system
can come into contact with flammable materials under the vehi-
cle, such as dry grass, brush, spilled fuel, etc.
A broken down vehicle presents a high accident risk for itself
and others. Switch on emergency flashers and set up a warning
triangle to warn oncoming traffic.
Before opening the engine hood, always switch off the en-
gine and let the engine cool down.
Always be very careful when working in the engine compart-
ment, which is a potentially dangerous area in any motor vehi-
cle and can cause serious personal injury.
NOTICE
Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in
vehicle damage.
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Warning light

Fig. 59 Warning light in the instrument cluster.

WARNING
Failure to heed warning lights and instrument cluster text mes-
sages can cause the vehicle to break down in traffic and result
in a collision and serious personal injury.
Never ignore warning lights or text WARNINGS.
Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
Whenever stalled or stopped for repair, move the vehicle a
safe distance off the road, stop the engine, turn on the emer-
gency flashers, and use other warning devices to warn ap-
proaching traffic.
Never park the vehicle in areas where the hot catalytic con-
verter and exhaust system can come into contact with dry
grass, brush, spilled fuel, oil, or other material that can catch
fire.
A broken down vehicle presents a high accident risk for itself
and others. Switch on emergency flashers and set up a warning
triangle to warn oncoming traffic.
NOTICE
Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in
vehicle damage.
High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights provide bright, uniform
lighting to help you see and be seen. The light comes from an electric
arc between two electrodes in the gas-filled bulb. Over time, the elec-
trodes can wear down and the gap between them will get wider. The
HID lamp’s control unit then increases the voltage to keep the arc’s
brightness constant. However, the commonly called “Xenon” bulbs
will also ultimately burn out. Before they burn out, HID lamps can
flicker. A message will then appear in the MFI. This is your reminder
to see an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized
Volkswagen Service facility to check the headlights.

Symbol When the ignition is
switched off
When the ignition is
switched on
/ Fog lights and low beams
switched off.
Headlights off, daytime run-
ning lights (DRL) on.
!54/ Orientation lighting may be
switched on.
Automatic headlight control
active; DRL on.
 Low beams switched off.
The DRL may stay on. The
length of time they stay on
depends on the vehicle
battery charge.
Low beams switched on.
Fog lights switched off.
The DRL may stay on for
some time.
Headlights and fog lights
switched on.

Fog lights
The indicator light in the headlight switch or the instrument cluster
shows that the fog lights are switched on.
To switch on the fog lights : first turn the light switch to
position , then pull the light switch out to the first detent.
To switch off the fog lights, push the switch back in from the first
detent. To then turn off the headlights, turn the switch to position /.
Acoustic warning when lights are not switched off
In the following situation, a warning chime will sound if you take the
key out of the ignition and open the driver door. This is to remind you
that lights are still on.
Light switch in position  if the vehicle has no orientation lighting
⇒  Coming home and Leaving home feature (orientation lighting).