2012 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER ECU

Protection from the sun
a:n Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Sun blind for the rear side windows 115
Windscreens made of heat-insulating glass . . 116
Sun visors
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Fig. 90 Sun visor.
t"'l1 First read and observe the introductory L-bll information and safety warnings Lh on page 115.
Sunblind for the rear side windows
t"'l1 First read and observe the introductory L-blJ information and safety warnings Lh on page 115.
The sunblinds for the rear side windows are fitted in the side trim of the windows.
• Use the handle to pull up the sunblind.
• Hook both ends of the bar into the brackets. Make sure that the sun blind is secured firmly in both brackets.
• To close the sunblind, unhook it at the top and guide it down by hand => (]).
A WARNING
Driving with the sun visors folded down and the sun blinds pulled out can reduce your view of the road.
• Sun visors and sun blinds should always be replaced in their holder if they are not be-ing used.
Various positions for the driver and front passenger sun visors:
• Folded down over the windscreen.
• Pulled out of the bracket and swung over to-wards the door 90 Q).
Illuminated vanity mirror
With the sun visor folded down. there may be a vanity mirror behind a cover. When you open the cover@, a lamp lights up.
The lamp will go out when the vanity mirror cover is pushed back or the sun visor is folded back up.
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To prevent damage to the sun blind and interior trim, do not let the sunblind snap down quickly.
Lights and vision 115

Transporting items
Driving notes
ClJl Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Stowing items of luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Stowing cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Buckle straps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Ratchet straps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Driving with an open tailgate or open wing doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Driving a loaded vehicle .... 130
Always secure the load transported in the luggage compartment or load compartment, on the roof car-rier, on the load surface or trailer. Always use suita-ble securing straps with the fastening rings to se-cure heavy items. Never exceed the vehicle's max-imum payload. Both the payload and the distribu-tion of the load in the vehicle will have an effect on the driving response and braking distance &.
Using securing straps
• Follow the instructions for the securing straps.
• Observe specifications for maximum load rat-ing.
• The securing straps must be long enough for the item you wish to secure.
Damaged securing straps
Never use the securing straps if:
• Damage to the warp and weft of the webbing (cuts or fraying) accounts for more than 10% of the webbing.
• The seams are damaged.
• The webbing is deformed by friction or heat.
• The securing straps are cracked, especially if cracked across the strap, or if the straps have notches.
• The securing straps have splits or corrosion damage.
• There is damage to the tightening device and connection elements.
Additional information and warnings:
• Tailgate 49
• Wing doors 52
• Lights 106
• Luggage compartment 130
• Roof carrier 137
• Towing a trailer 139
• Wheels and tyres 367
• Vehicle weight and axle weight rating 450
A WARNING
Objects that are not secured, or are secured incorrectly, can cause serious injuries in the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeu-vre or accident. This applies particularly if objects are struck by the airbag when activa-ted and then flung through the vehicle interi-or. To reduce the risk of accidents, please ob-serve the following guidelines:
• Always stow all objects in the vehicle se· curely.
• Always use suitable straps to prevent ob-jects entering the deployment zones of the curtain alrbag, the combined curtain and side airbag or the front airbag during a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre.
• Objects should be stowed in the vehicle interior In such a way that they can never en-ter the alrbag deployment zones while the ve-hicle is In motion.
• Always keep stowage compartments closed while the vehicle is In motion.
• The front airbag must be switched off and the indicator lamp PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF 'Ji; must light up for as long as the front passenger seat backrest is folded forwards.
• Stowed objects must never cause passen-gers to assume an incorrect sitting position.
• If an item is being stowed on a seat, this seat must not be used by any passengers.
A WARNING
Transporting heavy objects changes the vehi-cle driving characteristics and increases the braking distance. Heavy loads which are not properly stowed or secured in the vehicle can lead to a loss of vehicle control and cause se-rious injury. .,..
Transporting items 125

A WARNING (Continued)
• Transporting heavy objects changes the vehicle's handling and the centre of gravity.
• The load should be distributed as evenly and low as possible In the vehicle.
• Always secure heavy objects in the lug-gage compartment as far in front of the rear axle as possible.
A WARNING
The vehicle handling and braking effect may alter significantly If large or heavy objects are being transported.
• Always adapt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic con-ditions.
• Accelerate carefully and gently .
• Avoid sudden braking and driving ma-noeuvres.
• Brake earlier than in normal driving.
A WARNING
Unsuitable or damaged securing straps could rip In the event of a braking manoeuvre or ac-cident. This could cause objects to be flung through the interior and lead to severe or fa-tal injuries.
• Always use suitable and undamaged se-curing straps.
• Attach securing straps securely to the fas-tening rings.
• Never load the securing straps in excess of the load rating.
A wARNING
Securing straps, if used incorrectly, may get detached in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or accident. This could cause ob-jects to be flung through the interior and lead to severe or fatal injuries.
Stowing items of luggage
1'"'1'11 First read and observe the introductory L-.lr::.U information and safety warnings & on page 125. .,..
1261 Before the journey
A WARNING (Continued)
• Never fix securing straps between the fas-tening rings In the side panel and the fasten-ing rings in the vehicle floor.
• Never fix securing straps between oppo-site side walls.
• Observe the Information on the side trim panels.
A WARNING
Incorrect use of fastening rings can cause se-vere or fatal accidents.
• Always use suitable and undamaged se-curing straps.
• Attach securing straps securely to the fas-tening rings.
• loose objects in the vehicle can suddenly slide and change the way the vehicle han-dles.
• Never exceed the maximum load rating of the fastening rings when securing objects.
• Small and light objects should also be se-cured.
• Never secure a child seat to the fastening rings.
• Rotating single seats must always be turned In the direction of travel If a load is se-cured behind this seat using fastening rings.
• Never use elastic straps or nets to tie down loads.
• Distribute the load on the fastening rings evenly.
• Ensure that the load retains its form and position once it has been secured. Use stable packaging and anti-slip floor surfacing for your load.
m Suitable fastening belts and luggage stowage L!.J systems are available from a qualified work-shop. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recom-mends using a Voikswagen Commercial Vehicles dealership for this purpose.

Always stow all items of luggage in the vehicle securely.
• Distribute items in the vehicle, on the roof and on the trailer as evenly as possible.
• Place heavy objects as far forward in the lug-gage compartment as possible. Position the rear seat backrests securely in the upright position.
• Secure luggage in the luggage compartment to the fastening rings with suitable straps 130.
• Adjust the headlight range 106.
• Adjust the tyre pressure according to the vehi-cle load. Adhere to the tyre pressure plate 367.
• In vehicles with a tyre monitoring system, set the new vehicle load level as necessary 318.
Stowing cargo
r-111 First read and observe the introductory L-l=:.LI information and safety warnings & on page 125.
Stow the load securely in the vehicle or on the load surface
• Before loading the vehicle, place a sturdy mat or similar cover flush with the vehicle floor. Where necessary, do not cover protruding parts of the ve-hicle floor.
• If necessary, remove the seats to increase the load area.
• The vehicle floor must be free of oil and dust, dry and fully clean in order to help prevent the load from sliding.
• Observe gross axle weight ratings and the gross vehicle weight rating.
• Distribute items in the vehicle, on the load sur-face, on the roof and on the trailer as evenly as possible.
• Stow heavy objects directly on the floor and above or in front of the rear axle and engage the rear seat backrests securely in an upright position.
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Hard objects on the shelf can chafe against the wires of the heating element in the rear window and cause damage.
m • Observe any information concerning the l!J loading of a trailer 139 .
• Observe any information concerning the load-ing of a roof carrier 137. • Avoid overloading small areas of the vehicle floor.
• Protect the seat rails or seat anchor points from damage.
• Secure luggage with suitable securing straps on the fastening rings 130.
• Adjust the headlight range 106.
• Adjust the tyre pressure according to the vehi-cle load. Adhere to the tyre pressure plate 367.
• In vehicles with a tyre monitoring system, set the new vehicle load level as necessary 318.
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Hard objects on the shelf can chafe against the wires of the heating element in the rear window and cause damage.
m • Observe any information concerning the l!J loading of a trailer =>page 139 .
• Observe any information concerning the load-ing of a roof carrier =>page 137 . Transporting items 127

Fig. 104 Tightening the ratchet strap
r--f'n First read and observe the Introductory l.-..lr:=-ll information and safety warnings & on page 125.
Tightening the ratchet strap
• Press the slider =:>Fig. 103 ® outwards in the direction of the arrow.
• Pivot the lever CD to position@.
• Pull the belt@ from the rear through the slot in the spool@ tight.
• Pivot the lever CD back and forth alternately be-tween positions ® and @ until the belt strap has wound itself around the spool 2 -3 times ::. &.
• Press the slid er® outwards and pivot the lever CD to position @. The ratchet is now closed and locked in position.
Releasing the ratchet strap
• Before releasing the ratchet strap, make sure the load cannot fall over.
• Press the slider =:>Fig. 104 ® outwards.
• Pivot the lever CD to position @, until the slider ® engages in the slot@. The spool @) now ro-tates freely.
• Pull the ratchet strap @ out of the ratchet.
A WARNING
Ratchet straps, if used Incorrectly, may get detached in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or accident. This could cause ob-jects to be flung through the Interior and lead to severe or fatal injuries.
• "Wind" the strap around the spool 2-3 times.
• Never use ratchet straps to secure loads to the side panels. Driving with an open tailgate or open wing doors
r--f'n First read and observe the Introductory l.-..lr:=-ll Information and safety warnings & on page 125.
Driving with an open tailgate or open wing doors is particularly dangerous. All objects and the open tailgate or open wing doors must be secured prop-erly. Take the appropriate measures to reduce the amount of poisonous exhaust fumes that could en-ter into the vehicle.
Make sure you observe any legal requirements when driving with an open tailgate or open wing doors.
A WARNING
Driving with an unlocked or open tailgate or unlocked/open wing doors can cause serious injuries.
• Always drive with the tailgate or wing doors closed.
• Always stow all items in the luggage com-partment securely. Loose objects can fall out of the luggage compartment and injure other road users.
• Always drive carefully and ensure that you think ahead.
• Avoid any abrupt or sudden driving and braking manoeuvres as this could cause the open tailgate or open wing doors to move un-pred lctably. .,.
Transporting items 129

A WARNING (Continued)
• Any objects protruding from the luggage compartment must be marked to ensure that they are visible to other road users. Comply with legal regulations.
• If items protrude out of the luggage com-partment, never use the tail gate or wing doors to "hold them in position".
• If you drive with the tailgate or wing doors open, remove any racks and luggage from the tail gate or a wing door.
A WARNING
Poisonous exhaust fumes can get into the in-terior when the tailgate or wing doors are open. This can result in loss of conscious-ness, carbon monoxide poisoning, serious Injury and accidents.
Driving a loaded vehicle
1"''l1 First read and observe the introductory L--Wl information and safety warnings & on page 125.
For good vehicle handling when driving a loaded vehicle, please observe the following:
• Stow all items of luggage page 127.
• Accelerate carefully and gently.
• Avoid sudden braking and driving manoeuvres.
• Brake earlier than in normal driving.
• If applicable, heed the information about driving with a trailer 139.
• If applicable, observe the information concern-ing the roof carrier 137.
Luggage compartment
CO Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Luggage compartment cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
130 Before the JOUrney
A WARNING (Continued)
• Always drive with the wing doors or tail-gate closed to prevent poisonous exhaust fumes getting into the vehicle.
• If exceptional circumstances require you to drive with an open tallgate or open wing doors, do the following to reduce the amount of poisonous exhaust fumes that could enter into the vehicle:
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-Close all windows and the sliding/tilting roof.
-Switch off air reclrculatlon mode.
-Open all vents In the dash panel.
-Switch the blowers to the highest set-ting.
The vehicle length and height are different when the wing doors or tailgate are open.
A wARNING
Moving loads can severely impair the vehi-cle's stability and driving safety which could cause accidents and severe Injuries.
• Secure objects properly to prevent them from sliding.
• Use suitable straps when securing heavy objects.
• Engage the rear seat backrests securely In
an upright position. Always use suitable securing straps with the fas-tening rings. Never exceed the vehicle's maximum payload. Both the payload and the distribution of the load in the vehicle will have an effect on the driving response and braking "'

Additional information and warnings:
• Airbag system =:.page 87
• Lights =:.page 106
• Transporting =:.page 125
• Towing a trailer=> page 139
• Luggage net, California =>page 192
• Wheels and tyres =>page 367
A WARNING
When the vehicle is not in use or is not being supervised, always lock the doors and tail-gate to reduce the risk of severe or fatal inju-ries.
• Never leave children unattended, especial-ly when the tailgate is open. Children could make their way into the luggage compart-ment, close the tailgate and be unable to get out. This can cause severe or fatal injuries.
• Never let children play in or around the ve-hicle.
• Do not travel with people in the luggage compartment.
A WARNING
Objects that are not secured, or are secured Incorrectly, can cause serious injuries in the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeu-vre or accident. This applies particularly if objects are struck by the alrbag when activa-ted and then flung through the vehicle interi-or. To reduce the risk of accidents, please ob-serve the following guidelines:
• Always stow all objects In the vehicle se· curely. Always stow luggage and heavy ob-jects in the luggage compartment.
• Always use suitable straps to prevent lug-gage from being thrown through the vehicle Interior and entering the deployment zones of
A WARNING (Continued)
the curtain alrbag, the combined curtain and side airbag or the front airbag In the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre.
• Always keep stowage compartments closed while the vehicle is In motion.
• Do not stow any hard, heavy or sharp ob· jects loose in any of the vehicle's open stow-age areas, on the luggage compartment cov-er or on the dash panel.
• Remove any hard, heavy or sharp objects from items of clothing and bags Inside the vehicle and stow them securely.
A WARNING
Transporting heavy objects changes the vehi-cle's handling and increases the braking dis-tance. Heavy loads that are not properly stowed or secured in the vehicle can lead to a loss of vehicle control and can cause serious injury.
• Transporting heavy objects changes the vehicle's handling and the centre of gravity.
• The payload should be distributed as evenly as possible in the vehicle.
• Always secure heavy objects In the lug-gage compartment as far in front of the rear axle as possible.
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Hard objects on the shelf can chafe against the wires of the heating element in the rear window and cause damage.
m Always ensure that the venlilalion openings L!J between the rear window and the stowage area are uncovered to allow stale air to escape from the vehicle. Transporting items 131

Luggage compartment cover
Fig. 105 In the luggage compartment: luggage compartment cover.
f"'l1 First read and observe the Introductory L-Jc.l.l Information and safety warnings & on page 130.
The luggage compartment cover is attached to the 3-seat bench backrest.
Opening the luggage compartment cover
• Make sure the backrest of the 3-seat bench has engaged securely in the upright position.
• Using the handle, pull the luggage compart-ment cover evenly to the rear.
• Hook the luggage compartment cover in at the sides.
Retracting the luggage compartment cover
• Using the handle, pull the luggage compart-ment cover slightly to the rear.
• Hold the luggage compartment cover and lift it up out of the side retainers to remove it.
• Guide the luggage compartment cover forwards by hand. Do not let it snap back.
Removing the luggage compartment cover
• Roll up the luggage compartment cover, if nec-essary.
• Press one side of the luggage compartment cover against the spring pressure inwards and piv-ot it slightly to the back.
• Pull out the luggage compartment cover on the other side to the inside of the vehicle.
Fitting the luggage compartment cover
• Insert the hook on the luggage compartment cover into the retainer on one side.
• Press the other side of the luggage compart-ment cover against the spring pressure inwards 106 G) and hold it in this position.
132 I Before the journey
Fig. 106 In the luggage compartment: retainer for the luggage compartment cover
• Press the luggage compartment cover hook in-to the appropriate retainer@.
• Loosen the luggage compartment cover and press the hook to the outside, aided by spring pressure, into the retainer@.
• Check that the luggage compartment cover is fitted properly.
A WARNING
Objects that are not secured or are secured incorrectly, or animals on the luggage com-partment cover, could cause serious injuries in any sudden driving or braking manoeuvre or accident.
• Do not stow any hard, heavy or sharp items either loose or In bags on the luggage compartment cover.
• Never transport pets on the luggage com-partment cover.
To prevent damage to the luggage compart-ment cover, do not load it to such a height that the luggage compartment cover will press against the load when the rear lld is closed.