2012 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT SAFE

[x] Cancel search: SAFE

Page 104 of 392

VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 2012  Owners Manual  
  WARNING 
Improper use or positioning of a safety belt extender increases the risk of serious personal injury and death. 
�x A driver or passenger who is not properly restrained can be seriously in

Page 105 of 392

VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 2012  Owners Manual  
Safety belt retractor, pretensioner, load limiter 
�

Page 106 of 392

VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 2012  Owners Manual  
  WARNING 
Improper handling, care, servicing, and repair procedures can increase the risk of personal injury and death by preventing a belt pretensioner from activating when needed or by causing it

Page 111 of 392

VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 2012  Owners Manual  
  WARNING 
Daytime running lights and parking lights are not bright enough to let you see ahead or be seen by others when it is dark. 
�x Always switch on the low-beam headlights at dusk or when it

Page 112 of 392

VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 2012  Owners Manual  
When you move the selector lever to Reverse (R), the static cornering lights on both sides of the vehicle may come on so that you can see the area around the vehicle better when backing up. 
The sta

Page 122 of 392

VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 2012  Owners Manual  
�x Dirt: Caked-on dust, wax, any other buildup on the windshield (lotus effect), or car-wash detergent residue can lower the rain sensors sensitivity and cause it to react too slowly or not at all.

Page 130 of 392

VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 2012  Owners Manual  
  WARNING 
Heavy loads will influence the way your vehicle handles and increase stopping distances. Heavy loads that are not properly stowed or secured can cause loss of control and serious injury.

Page 133 of 392

VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 2012  Owners Manual  
�x Factory-installed or retrofitted accessories. 
�x Hitch weight and tongue weight for trailer towing. 
Please refer to the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross front and rear Axle Weig