2015 VOLKSWAGEN CC low

Automatic headlight control (!54/)
Automatic headlight control is a convenience feature only and cannot
always recognize all lighting and driving situations.
If the light switch is in the !54/ position, both vehicle lighting and in-
strument and switch lighting are automatically switched on and off in
the following situations ⇒ :

Automatic activation: Automatic deactivation:
If the low-light sensor registers
darkness, for example when driv-
ing through a tunnel.
If sufficient brightness is regis-
tered.
If the rain sensor recognizes rain
and switches the windshield wip-
ers on.
If the windshield wipers have not
moved for several minutes.

Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)
The Adaptive Front Lighting System works only with the low beams
switched on and only at speeds above about 6 mph (10 km/h). The
swivel-mounted lamps automatically improve road illumination during
cornering.
On vehicles equipped with the Adaptive Front Lighting System, the
feature is switched on and off via the Assistants menu in the instru-
ment cluster display ⇒ Volkswagen Information System.

WARNING
Crashes and other accidents can happen when you cannot see
the road ahead and when you cannot be seen by other motor-
ists.
Never use daytime running lights (DRL) to see where you are
going. DRL are not bright enough to light up the roadway and
be seen by other motorists. You will not be able to 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.
The taillights do not come on when the daytime running
lights are switched on. A vehicle without taillights on cannot be
seen by others in bad weather, at dusk, or when it is dark.
If automatic headlight control (!54/) is switched on, the low-
beam headlights still may not be switched on in fog or heavy
rain. You have to switch on the low-beam headlights yourself.
In cool or humid weather, the insides of the headlights, the rear
lights, and turn signals can temporarily fog up. This is normal and
does not affect the service life of the vehicle's lighting system.
“Coming home” and “Leaving home” feature (orientation
lighting)

“Coming home” Action
Switch on: – Switch off the ignition.
– Operate the headlight flasher for about
1 second
The “Coming home” lighting is switched on when
the driver door is open.
The delay period starts once the last vehicle door
or the luggage compartment lid is closed.
Switch off: – Automatically after delay period is over.
– Automatically, if a vehicle door or the luggage
compartment lid is still open about 30 seconds
after activation.
– Turn light switch to the / position.
– Switch the ignition on.


“Leaving
home”
Action
Switch on: – Unlock the vehicle if the light switch is in the !54/
position and the low-light sensor registers darkness.
Switch off: – Automatically after preset delay period is over.
– Lock the vehicle.
– Turn the light switch to the / position.
– Switch the ignition on.

Background lighting in the outside mirrors
The background lighting in the outside mirrors illuminates the area
near the doors when entering and exiting the vehicle. It is switched on
when the vehicle is unlocked, a vehicle door is opened, or the “Com-
ing home” or “Leaving home” feature is activated. If the vehicle is
equipped with a light sensor, the background lighting in the outside
mirrors is only switched on in darkness.

Dynamic headlight range adjustment
In some vehicles with HID (Xenon) headlights, the headlight range is
automatically adjusted to the vehicle loading condition once the low
beams are switched on ⇒ .
WARNING
Headlights that are aimed too high because of the way the ve-
hicle is loaded can blind and distract other drivers. This can
lead to a crash and serious personal injuries.
Always make sure the headlights are adjusted to loading
conditions so that they do not blind others.
WARNING
If dynamic headlight range adjustment does not work properly
or at all, the headlights could blind and distract other drivers.
This can lead to a crash and serious personal injuries.
Have headlight range adjustment checked immediately by an
authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen
Service Facility.
Interior and reading lights

Wiper performance in different situations:
During automatic
wipe/wash:
While the washer system is working, the
Climatronic switches to recirculation for
about 30 seconds to help prevent the
washer fluid odor from entering the vehi-
cle interior.
During intermittent
wiping:
Speed-dependent interval control: The
higher the vehicle speed, the faster the
wipers move.

Heated washer nozzles
The heating thaws frozen washer nozzles, but not the fluid supply
hoses. When the ignition is switched on, the heat applied to the
washer nozzles is automatically regulated depending on the outside
air temperature.
Headlight washer system
The headlight washer system cleans the headlight glass.
If the ignition and the headlights (high or low beams) are switched on,
the headlights are cleaned the first time and every fifth time the front
windshield washers are activated. This happens only when the low or
high beams are on when the windshield wiper lever is pulled towards
the steering wheel. However, the headlights must still be washed by
hand periodically (for instance, during refueling) in order to get rid of
hard-to-remove dirt (like insect splatter).
To help make sure that the headlight cleaning system works during
winter weather, always keep the headlight washer nozzles free of
snow and remove any ice with a deicer spray before driving. Use a
deicer spray to remove any ice.
If there is something on the windshield, the wiper will try to wipe it
away. If it continues to block the wiper, the wiper will stop moving.
Remove the obstacle and switch the wiper on again.

Push the lever into the desired position ⇒ fig. 94:
(A) Rain sensor off (windshield wiper lever home position).
(B) Rain sensor active – automatic wiping as needed.
(1) Adjusting the sensitivity of the rain sensor:
– Move switch to the right – high sensitivity.
– Move switch to the left – low sensitivity.
After switching the ignition off and back on again, the rain sensor
stays on and works again with the wiper lever in position (B).
Possible reasons for changes in the way the rain sensor works
The rain sensor may misread what is happening in the detection zone
of its sensitive rain-sensor surface ⇒ fig. 95 (arrow) and not work for a
number of reasons, which include:
Worn out wiper blades: Worn out wiper blades may leave a film of
water or wiping streaks; this can cause the wipers to run longer, to
wipe more often, or to wipe continuously at high speed.
Insects: Insects hitting the sensor may trigger the wipers.
Salt streaks: Salt streaks on the windshield from winter driving can
cause wiping more often or continuously on glass that is almost dry.
Dirt: Caked-on dust, wax, any other buildup on the windshield (lo-
tus effect), or car-wash detergent residue can lower the rain sensor's
sensitivity and cause it to react too slowly or not at all.
Crack or chip in the windshield: If a stone hits and chips the wind-
shield while the rain sensor is on, this will trigger a wiper cycle. After
that, the rain sensor will recognize the change and recalibrate itself to
respond to the sensitive surface's reduced detection zone. Depending
on the size of the chip, the sensor's reaction pattern may or may not
change.
WARNING
The rain sensor cannot always recognize rain and activate the
wipers.
Switch the wipers on manually when water on the windshield
reduces visibility.
Clean the rain sensor's sensitive surface ⇒ fig. 95 (arrow) regular-
ly and check the wiper blades for wear or damage.

WARNING
Auto-dimming mirrors contain an electrolyte fluid which can
leak if the mirror glass is broken. Electrolyte fluid can irritate
the skin, eyes, and respiratory system.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to electrolyte fluid can irri-
tate the respiratory system, especially among people with
asthma or other respiratory conditions. Get fresh air immediate-
ly by leaving the vehicle or, if that is not possible, open win-
dows and doors all the way.
If electrolyte fluid gets into the eyes, flush them thoroughly
with large amounts of clean water for at least 15 minutes; medi-
cal attention is recommended.
If electrolyte fluid contacts skin, flush affected area with
clean water for at least 15 minutes and then wash affected area
with soap and water; medical attention is recommended. Thor-
oughly wash affected clothing and shoes before reuse.
If swallowed, and the person is conscious, rinse mouth with
water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediate-
ly. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by a med-
ical professional.
NOTICE
Broken glass in the auto-dimming mirrors can cause electrolyte
fluid leakage. Liquid electrolyte leaked from a broken mirror
glass will damage any plastic surfaces it comes in contact with.
Clean up spilled electrolyte fluid immediately with clear water
and a sponge.

Turn the adjusting knob to the L position.
Adjust the left outside mirror. The right (passenger) outside mirror
will automatically adjust at the same time.
If needed, correct the position of the right mirror by turning the ad-
justing knob to the R position.
Auto-dimming outside mirror on the driver side
Some models are equipped with an auto-dimming outside mirror,
which is controlled together with the auto-dimming inside mirror ⇒ 
Inside mirror.
Memory for front passenger side mirror (when backing up)
On vehicles equipped with memory seats ⇒ page 136, Memory seats,
the passenger side mirror settings for backing up can be stored as
follows:
Choose the remote control vehicle key that will be used with the
settings about to be made.
Unlock the vehicle with that remote control vehicle key.
Set the electronic parking brake.
Switch on the ignition.
Activate the function Mirror down in the Settings - Convenience
menu.
Turn the adjusting knob for the side mirrors to the R position.
Shift the transmission into Reverse (R).
Adjust the passenger outside mirror for a clear view of the curb, for
example.
The adjusted mirror position is automatically stored and assigned
to the vehicle key used to unlock the vehicle. The preselected posi-
tion will be recalled when the key assigned to that mirror adjustment
position is used again.
Recalling passenger side mirror settings
Turn the adjusting knob for the side mirrors to the R position.
Shift the transmission into reverse gear with the ignition switched
on.
The mirror moves back to the regular position when the vehicle
moves forward faster than about 10 mph (15 km/h) or the adjusting
knob is turned to the O or L position.