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Adjust the light switch to the desired position ⇒ fig. 78 or ⇒ fig. 79:
Symbol When the ignition is switched off When the ignition is switched on
� Low beams switched off. The DRL

Adjust the light switch to the desired position ⇒ fig. 78 or ⇒ fig. 79:
Symbol When the ignition is switched off When the ignition is switched 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 shows that the fog lights are switched on.
x To switch on the fog lights : first turn the light switch to position , then pull the light switch out to the first detent.
x To switch off the fog lights, push the switch back in from the first detent. To then turn off the head-lights, 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.
x Light switch in position if the vehicle has no orientation lighting ⇒ Coming Home/Leaving Home features (orientation lighting).
WARNING
Daytime running 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 is dark and whenever the weather is bad or visibility is poor.
x Never use the daytime running lights to see where you are going. They are not bright enough and will not let you see far enough ahead for safety, especially at dusk or when it is dark. Always switch on the low-beam headlights at dusk or when it is dark.
x The taillights do not come on with the daytime running lights. Unless the taillights are on, a vehicle cannot be seen by others in bad weather, at dusk, or when it is dark.
x Even if automatic headlights (!54/) are switched on, the low-beam headlights may still not come on by themselves in fog or heavy rain. You have to switch on the low-beam headlights manually.
In cool or humid weather, the insides of the headlights, the rear lights, and turn signals can tem-porarily fog up. This is normal and does not affect the service life of the vehicle's lighting system.
Lights and vision features

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The design of the wheel bolts is matched to the factory-installed wheels. If different wheels are installed, wheel bolts with the right length and bolt head shape must be used. This helps to ensure

The design of the wheel bolts is matched to the factory-installed wheels. If different wheels are installed, wheel bolts with the right length and bolt head shape must be used. This helps to ensure that
wheels can be mounted securely and that the brakes will work correctly ⇒ Changing a wheel.
In most cases, you cannot use wheel bolts from a different vehicle. Even wheel rims from the same model may not fit properly.
Tires and wheel rims approved by Volkswagen have been matched precisely to your vehicle model and contribute considerably to good handling and safe vehicle performance.
Tightening torque
Wheel bolts must always be installed with the correct tightening torque ⇒ Changing a wheel. The required tightening torque for your vehicle's wheel bolts is 103 ft-lbs (140 Nm). After changing a wheel, the bolt torque must be checked as soon as possible with an accurate torque wrench. See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Wheel rims with bolted rim rings
Wheel rims with bolted rim rings have several parts. The parts are bolted together with special screws in a special process. This helps to ensure that they will work properly, prevent leaks, run true and safely. Damaged wheel rims must be replaced, and you must never take them apart or try to repair them yourself. Have an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility
repair them for you ⇒ .
Wheel rims with bolted decorative covers
Light-alloy wheels may have interchangeable decorative covers attached to the rim with self-locking screws. If you want to replace damaged wheel covers, contact your authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
WARNING
Using improper or damaged wheel rims can affect driving safety, cause accidents and severe personal injury.
x Use only wheel rims approved for the vehicle.
x Regularly check wheel rims for damage and replace them if necessary.
WARNING
Improper loosening and tightening of the bolts on wheel rims with bolted rim rings can cause accidents and severe personal injury.
x Never loosen bolted connections on wheel rims with bolted rim rings.
x Have all work on wheel rims with bolted rim rings performed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
New and replacement tires

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�x If the blades are very dirty, carefully clean them with a sponge or cloth ⇒ .
�x Carefully fold the wiper arm back down onto the windshield.
Changing wiper blades
�x Lift the wiper arm(s)

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Abbreviations
Abbreviation Meaning
5S man 5-speed manual transmission
6S auto 6-speed automatic transmission
6S man 6-speed manual transmission
ABS Anti-lock Brake System
AKI Anti-Knock

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