2013 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER seat

• Stowage page 1 50
• Cleaning and caring for the interior 388
A WARNING
Loose objects may be flung through the vehi-cle interior in the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre. This can cause serious injury and can also lead to loss of control of the vehicle.
• Do not stow any pets or any hard, heavy or sharp objects in the vehicle's open stow-age compartments, in the luggage net, on the dash panel, on the shelf behind the rear seats or in items of clothing and bags in the vehicle interior.
• Always keep stowage compartments closed while the vehicle is in motion.
A WARNING
Objects in the driver footweli can hinder ped-al operation. This can lead to loss of control of the vehicle and increase the risk of serious injury.
• Please ensure that all pedals can always be operated without any hindrance.
• The foot mats must always be properly se-cured in the footwell.
• No additional foot mats or other floor cov-erings should be placed over the fitted foot mat.
• Ensure that no objects can enter the driv-er footwell while the vehicle is in motion.
• If there are any objects in the footwell, re-move them when the vehicle is parked.
A WARNING
Improper use of the stowage compartments can cause serious injury.
• Never fill stowage compartments beyond their capacity.
A WARNING (Continued)
• Always take care when closing stowage compartments that nobody is within their functional area.
A WARNING
Cigarette lighters in the vehicle could be damaged or accidentally lit. This could lead to serious burns and other injuries.
• Before adjusting the seats always make sure that there is no lighter on or near the moveable parts of the seat.
• Before closing stowage areas or compart-ments always ensure that there is no lighter in the way.
• Never stow lighters in stowage areas or compartments or on other surfaces in the ve-hicle. Cigarette lighters may self-ignite on high-temperature surfaces, especially in sum-mer.
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• Hard objects on the shelf can chafe against the wires of the heating element in the rear win-dow and cause damage.
• Do not store any heat-sensitive objects, food or medicines inside the vehicle. Hot and cold temperatures could damage them or ren-der them unusable.
• Objects stored in the vehicle that are made from transparent materials, such as glasses, magnifying glasses or transparent suction cups on the windows, can concentrate the sun's rays and thus cause damage to the vehi-cle.
m Always ensure that the ventilation openings L!J between the rear window and the stowage area are uncovered to allow stale air to escape from the vehicle. Equipment, California I 211

Drawer and load-through hatch in the bench seat/bed
Fig. 173 In the living area: controls on the bench seat/bed.
l""""f11 First read and observe the Introductory information and safety warnings & on page 210.
Drawer
• To open, pull the lever 173 ®and hold it in this position.
• Pull out the drawer to the front and release the lever.
• To close, using some force, push the drawer back until it engages fully and is locked in position.
• Make sure that the lever® has engaged se-curely.
Opening the load-through hatch
• Open the drawer.
• Take hold of the cover@ with one hand on the side and with the other hand on the lower section of the cover.
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• Pull on the side of the cover with one hand, and at the same time, press gently with the other hand so that the cover folds down.
• Carefully guide the cover out on its mountings and remove.
• Push the objects through the load-through hatch from the luggage compartment and secure them.
A WARNING
Loose objects may be flung through the vehi-cle Interior In the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre. This can cause serious Injury and can also lead to loss of control of the vehicle.
• When the vehicle Is In motion, the drawer must be fully closed and securely latched.
• Always secure Items which have been loa-ded through the load-through hatch.
m Dirty items that have been loaded through L!..J the load-through hatch could dirty the interior of the vehicle.
• Wrap dirty items, for example, in a blanket, be-fore loading them through the load-through hatch.

Stowage box
Fig. 174 In the living area: stowage box to the left of the bench seaUbed.
f""'"'('n First read and observe the lntrod uctory L-J,:.,LJ Information and safety warnings & on page 210.
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, there is a stowage box to the left of the bench seaUbed which can be used to store food or other light ob-jects.
At the same time, the surface on the stowage box is used as an extension for the bed.
Opening and closing the stowage box
• To open, press the :;. Fig. 174 (D button and wait until it comes up.
• Pull the cover up.
• To close, push the cover down and then press on the knob until it engages securely.
Removing and fitting the stowage box
• Loosen the thumb wheel :;. Fig. 175 ®behind the stowage box in the luggage compartment.
• Loosen the second thumb wheel inside the stowage box.
• Turn the handle (D in the direction of the arrow through 90 degrees.
Luggage net
f""'"'('n First read and observe the introductory L..-Wl Information and safety warnings & on page 210.
There is a luggage net located in the headliner of the luggage compartment for light items of lug-gage.
Fig. 175 In the luggage compartment: fixing the stowage box with handle • Follow the same procedure for the handle in-side the stowage box.
• Remove the protective covers from the seat rails.
• Move the stowage box forwards to remove it from the seat rail.
To fit it, follow the steps for removing in reverse or-der. Fit the stowage box only in the outer left-hand seat rail. Tighten the thumb wheel firmly and en-sure that the stowage box is securely fastened in the seat rails.
A WARNING
Loose objects may be flung through the vehi-cle interior in the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre. This can cause serious injury and can also lead to loss of control of the vehicle.
• The stowage compartment must be closed and securely locked In the seat rails while the vehicle Is In motion. The interior of the luggage net can be closed using zips.
The luggage net is accessible via the tailgate and also from the living area. .,..
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Drink holder, California
Fig. 178 In the living area: drink holder attached in aluminium rail.
.--m First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings & on page 210.
The drink holder for the living area can be attached to an aluminium rail and can be moved sideways.
• In the California Beach -aluminium rail in the left side trim panel.
• In the California Coast and Ocean -aluminium rail at the front edge of the kitchen unit.
Attaching and moving the drink holder in the aluminium rail
• To attach the drink holder, guide the two retain-ing lugs into the groove in the aluminium rail, and lower the drink holder.
• To move the drink holder lift it slightly. and move it sideways in the groove of the aluminium rail.
• To remove the drink holder lift it, and guide the locking lugs out of the groove of the aluminium rail. Darkening the interior of the vehicle, California
CC!J Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opaque shades kit, removable
Opaque shades kit, integrated
Versions of the opaque shades
• Opaque shades kit, removable =>page 216.
• Opaque shades kit, integrated =>page 217.
Additional information and warnings:
• Windows =>page 36
• Seat functions, front =>page 69
• Seat functions, rear =>page 72
• Sun blind =>page 106
• Stowage =>page 150
• Seat functions, rear, California =>page 193
A WARNING
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The fibreglass rods and their connectors could be damaged or cause injury if they are bent too far.
• Never allow children to play with the fibre-glass rods.
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.
• Store the shades and fibreglass rods in the storage bag provided and keep this se-curely within the vehicle.
A WARNING
Obscured windows can impair visibility and driving safety.
• Only drive when you have sufficient visi-bility through all windows.
• Remove all shades before driving. Equipment, California 215

Opaque shades kit, removable
Fig. 179 On the sun visor: attaching the remova-ble opaque shades for the windscreen.
r-1"!1 First read and observe the introductory L-J,:.U Information and safety warnings & on page 215.
The opaque shades kit is supplied in a zippered storage bag, which can be securely stowed in a drawer underneath the 3-seat bench or the bench seaVbed. it consists of six components:
• A fabric shade with two "hoods" for the wind-screen =>Fig. 179.
• Two smaller fabric shades for the rear side win-dows.
• A fabric shade with a hole on the left side for the sliding door.
• A fabric shade with a hole on the lower side for the rear window.
• A fabric shade without a hole for the window opposite the sliding door.
Fitting the opaque shade for the windscreen
• Take the opaque shade for the windscreen out of the storage bag and unfold it.
• Pull the sun visors out of their retainers and swivel them towards the rear =>page 106.
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• Pull the "'hood" of the opaque shade for the windscreen over each sun visor, starting from each visor's outside edge 179.
• Fold sun visors forwards until they engage se-curely in their retainers.
• Wedge the lower end of the opaque shade for the windscreen into the gap between the dash panel and the windscreen.
Fitting opaque shades in the living area
Take the opaque shade out of the storage bag and unfold it.
Fit the opaque shade on the corresponding win-dow. The opaque shades are attached to the win-dow frames using magnets.
Removing the opaque shades
Removal of the opaque shade for the windscreen is carried out in reverse order.
Take hold of the opaque shades in the living area by their outer edge, and carefully pull them off the window frame.
Fold the opaque shade securely in its storage bag
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Do not place any objects that are sensitive to magnetism, such as payment cards in the stor-age bag with the opaque shades. They could be permanently damaged.

Manual pop-up roof, California
C::O Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening the manual pop-up roof.......... 219
Closing the manual pop-up roof . 220
Roller shutter
Above the front seats there is a roller shutter, which must always be closed while the vehicle is in motion. This prevents the pop-up roof canvas from hanging down through the ceiling access and blocking the driver's view. Keeping the roller shut-ter closed also reduces wind noise while the vehi-cle is in motion.
A WARNING
Incorrect handling of the manual pop-up roof can cause accidents and serious injuries.
• Never drive the vehicle with the pop-up roof open. The pop-up roof must always be completely closed and securely locked while the vehicle is in motion.
• Never drive with people in the pop-up roof.
• Only open or close the pop-up roof while the vehicle Is stationary.
• Only mount a luggage roof rack when the pop-up roof is completely closed and secure-ly locked.
A WARNING
Careless or inattentive use of the manual pop-up roof could cause serious Injuries.
• The pop-up roof should only be opened or closed when you are sure that nobody is in its operating area.
• Never leave children or people requiring assistance alone in the vehicle.
• Always take all vehicle keys with you ev-ery time you leave the vehicle.
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Incorrect handling of the manual pop-up roof can cause damage to it or to other parts of the vehicle.
• Make sure there Is adequate space before opening the pop-up roof.
• When closing the pop-up roof, always open the roller shutter and one of the vehicle doors to allow the excess air pressure to escape.
• Only close the pop-up roof when it is dry to prevent the build up of mould or mildew.
• Open the pop-up roof occasionally to air it out when it Is not being used for long periods oftime.
• Clean the pop-up roof bellows with water only. Never use household cleaners or Impreg-nating fabric treatment products.
• Close the pop-up roof during storms with driving rain and wind gusts. Otherwise the bel-lows could leak despite their specially treated fabric.

Opening the manual pop-up roof
Fig. 181 In the headliner: detach the hook of the retaining strap (left) and release the catches of the roof shell (right).
Fig. 182 Opening the pop-up roof.
r""'('n First read and observe the introductory L-W.I information and safety warnings & on page 218.
Opening the manual pop-up roof
• Open the roller shutter.
• Release the hooks =>Fig. 181 CD of the retain-ing strap on both sides from the retaining ring.
• Pull the latches @) towards front on both sides, and open the catches of the roof shell.
• Pull the cross web @ on both sides over the arrester® (arrow).
• Push the bar 182 CD upwards, firmly and evenly with both hands.
• Push up the bed panel to increase standing room. The bed panel is held up in the open posi-tion by a gas-filled strut.
The pop-up roof is held up in the open position by gas-filled struts.
Opening and closing windows in the canvas
• To Open, unzip and fold down the canvas.
• To Close, fold the canvas back up and zip com-pletely closed.
The insect screen is sewn into the canvas and cannot be opened.
Bed in pop-up roof
• Step carefully onto the seat cushion of the front seats and support yourself on the edge of the bed when climbing up to the pop-up roof bed => &.
Fitting the safety net for the pop-up roof bed
Always fit the safety net when children sleep in or otherwise occupy the pop-up roof bed => &.
• Fit the hooks on the safety net into the rings at the top right and top left of the pop-up roof.
• Lift the mattress on the roof bed and attach the bottom of the safety net to the now accessible press studs in the bed panel.
• Observe the safety instructions on the sticker on the front side of the bed panel
aAWARNING
Always take care when climbing into and out of the pop-up roof bed, otherwise you could cause serious injury to yourself or others.
• Never step on or support yourself with the front seat armrests or head restraints.
• Never step on or support yourself with the closed roller shutter.
• Never jump off the pop-up roof bed. Al-ways take care while climbing down. Ill>
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Electric pop-up roof, California
o:IJ Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening the electric pop-up roof . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Closing the electric pop-up roof . . . 223
Preliminary work for closing the electric pop-up roof manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Closing the electric pop-up roof manually . 225 Securing the pop-up roof manually from outside the vehicle . . . . . 225
Roller shutter
Above the front seats there is a roller shutter, which must always be closed while the vehicle is in motion. This prevents the pop-up roof canvas from hanging down through the ceiling access and blocking the driver's view. Keeping the roller shut-ter closed also reduces wind noise while the vehi-cle is in motion.
Additional information:
• Central control panel 204
• Rectifying faults on the camping equipment 254
• Winter conditions 253
• Vehicle tool kit 416
A WARNING
Incorrect handling of the pop-up roof can cause accidents and serious Injuries.
• Never drive the vehicle with the pop-up roof open. The pop-up roof must always be completely closed and securely locked while the vehicle Is In motion.
• Never drive with people In the pop-up roof.
• Only open or close the pop-up roof while the vehicle Is stationary.
• Only mount a luggage roof rack when the pop-up roof is completely closed and secure-ly locked.
A WARNING
Careless or inattentive use of the pop-up roof could cause serious Injuries.
• The pop-up roof should only be opened or closed when you are sure that nobody is in its operating area.
A WARNING (Continued)
• Never leave children or people requiring assistance alone In the vehicle.
• Always take all vehicle keys with you ev-ery time you leave the vehicle.
A WARNING
Driving at high vehicle speeds and with a strong headwind after closing the pop-up roof manually could cause the pop-up roof to lift up or open on Its own and potentially cause serious Injuries.
• If you close the pop-up roof manually, do not drive faster than 60 km/h.
• Drive especially carefully and slowly In the presence of a strong headwind.
• The pop-up roof should be checked by a qualified workshop as soon as possible.
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Incorrect handling of the pop-up roof can cause damage to it or to other parts of the vehi-cle.
• Make sure there is adequate space before opening the pop-up roof.
• When closing the pop-up roof, always open the roller shutter and one of the vehicle doors to allow the excess air pressure to escape.
• Only close the pop-up roof when it is dry to prevent the build up of mould or mildew.
• Open the pop-up roof occasionally to air it out when it is not being used for long periods of time.
• Clean the pop-up roof bellows with water only. Never use household cleaners or Impreg-nating fabric treatment products.
• Close the pop-up roof during storms with driving rain and wind gusts. Otherwise the bel-lows could leak despite their specially treated fabric.
m Roof hydraulics: the pop-up height of the W pop-up roof will be checked automatically and altered if necessary at regular intervals after the ignition has been switched off and the ignition key removed: first after 10 hours and then every five hours. .,.
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