2015 VOLKSWAGEN EOS roof

General information

Fig. 31 The CSC roof folds down into the luggage compartment when you open the roof (put the roof down).

d There must be no luggage rack and no other object on the CSC roof or on the luggage compartment lid.
d The battery must have enough charge; the engine should be running.
If any changes have been made in the operation of the CSC roof compared with its original factory condition, Volkswagen strongly urges you to take the vehicle to an authorized Volkswagen dealer or other authorized Volkswagen Service Facility to have the roof restored to its original condition.
Mechanical changes and changes to the vehicle software must be entered in the ⇒ Booklet Warranty
and Maintenance.
WARNING
Disregarding the safety-related checklist may lead to accidents and serious personal injuries.
x Always review and follow the checklist. Follow accepted safety practices and use common sense.
On vehicles with Climatronic, you can set different heating and air conditioning temperatures for operation with the roof up and down, Heating and air conditioning.
Opening and closing the CSC roof

Fig. 32 In the center console: lever for the CSC roof.

x Switch on the ignition, if necessary, Starting and stopping the engine.
x Pull the lever in the center console up ⇒ fig. 32 and hold it until the CSC roof is completely
closed ⇒ : A chime sounds every few seconds while the CSC roof is closing. A message may also appear in the instrument cluster display. When the roof is completely closed, the chime stops and the indicator light or display message in the instrument cluster goes out. Keep the lever pulled to close all windows.
Interrupting CSC roof operation
Releasing the lever interrupts CSC roof operation ⇒ .
WARNING
Accidents and severe injuries can result if the CSC roof is opened or closed when someone is in the way.
x Never open or close the CSC roof unless the vehicle is parked at a safe distance from traffic.
x Do not open or close the CSC roof unless you have made sure that nobody is in the way of the luggage compartment lid, the roof system, or other moving parts.
x Check to make sure that the closed CSC roof is securely latched.
x If CSC roof operation is interrupted, please note the following:
– The CSC roof may not stop moving immediately. Gravity may cause the CSC roof to keep moving.
– Gradually (may take up to 8 minutes), the CSC roof will automatically lower itself into a balanced position.
– The CSC roof is, however not latched in this position. Stop!
WARNING
If interruption of opening or closing process causes the roof to come to rest in its forward position, the roof will not be latched.
x If you are unable to get the CSC roof to close “normally,” latch the roof using the emergency closing procedure, Emergency closing and opening.
x Watch for a message in the instrument cluster display indicating whether the roof has been properly closed.
NOTICE
Frequent opening and closing of the CSC roof drains the vehicle battery. To help prevent the battery from running down, you should keep the engine running if you need to open and close the roof frequently.
NOTICE
Always close the CSC roof before leaving the vehicle and when it may rain or snow. If the CSC roof is open, rain or snow can damage the vehicle interior and can cause extensive damage to the electrical system.

NOTICE
The height of the vehicle changes when the CSC roof is moving. When there is not enough room above the vehicle, for example in a garage, the CSC roof could hit something and be damaged.
x Always make sure that there is enough room above the vehicle when opening or closing the CSC roof.
If you park vehicle with the roof down, the passenger compartment can be damaged by rain or snow, and it is also open to unauthorized persons.
x Always close the CSC roof before you leave the vehicle.
x If you must leave things in the vehicle when the top is down, you should lock them in the luggage compartment.
Wind blocker

Fig. 33 A. Push tabs (spacers) on wind blocker into slots. B. Align and engage the spring-loaded locking pins.

Fig. 34 Unfolding the wind blocker.

WARNING
Incorrect seating positions in the vehicle increase the risk of serious of fatal injuries in the event of an accident or sudden driving and braking maneuvers.
x Never let anyone sit on the rear seats when the wind blocker is installed.
WARNING
Unsecured or improperly secured objects can cause severe injuries during sudden braking maneuvers or if the vehicle is involved in an accident while driving.
x Never place unsecured objects underneath the wind blocker.
x Never use the wind blocker as a storage shelf. Items on the wind blocker can be thrown around inside the vehicle by the wind and cause injuries.
x Never use the wind blocker to secure objects.
WARNING
Always make sure that hands, fingers, and other parts of the body are out of the way when moving the wind blocker up or down, or when folding it together.
NOTICE
x When moving a front seat forward or back, make sure the backrest does not press against the wind blocker. This can damage the wind blocker, especially its locking mechanism.
x Always put the wind blocker back in its pouch when not in use.
x Never put objects (luggage, grocery bags, etc.) on top of the wind blocker.
CSC roof troubleshooting

Description Possible solution
CSC roof stops while opening or closing.
– Check the instrument cluster display (where applicable) for information on what to do – If the CSC roof stops exactly in the middle, give the roof a gentle “nudge” forward so that it will close.
– Push and hold the lever shown in ⇒ fig. 32 to close the CSC roof completely and to lock it into place. – If the CSC roof does not completely close and latch, try to close and latch it using the emergency procedure – Get professional help if necessary and have the system checked by an authorized Volkswagen dealer, an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility, or another qualified workshop.

Automatic Rollover Support System

WARNING
The Automatic Rollover Support System can cause serious injuries if persons or objects are in the way when it deploys.
x Never use accessory seat covers or protective covers that block the rollover protection deployment area.
x Every rear seat passenger must be properly seated on a seat of his or her own and must stay in a proper seating position at all times.
x Always keep the area around the supports free of anything that could interfere with their deployment or fly about and injure occupants when the supports deploy.
x Never take the covers off the Automatic Rollover Support System.
x Never attach a child seat, child restraints, straps, or anything else to the rollover protection supports.
WARNING
If there is a system malfunction, the Automatic Rollover Support System may cause serious injuries by not deploying properly, by not deploying at all, or by deploying unexpectedly.
x If a malfunction exists in the system, have it checked immediately by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. A malfunction exists in the system if the indicator light:
– does not come on when the ignition is turned on;
– does not go out about 5 seconds after you start the engine;
– goes out after switching on the ignition and then comes back on again;
– lights up or flickers when you are driving.
NOTICE
If deployed, the Automatic Rollover Support System can damage the CSC roof when opening or closing the top.
x Do not open or close the CSC roof if the Automatic Rollover Support System has deployed.

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