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Priority 2 warning
message.
YellowYour vehicle could be damaged or break down if there is a fault or if service fluids are running low
→ .
Check the fault as soon as possible. Seek expert assistance if necessary.
Information message.–Information about various procedures within the vehicle.
Mileage displays
The odometer registers the total distance travelled by the car.
The trip recorder (trip) shows the distance travelled since the trip recorder was last reset. The final digit shows distances of 100 m.
Press button in the instrument cluster → Instrument overview briefly to reset the trip recorder to 0.
Time
Press the button to mark either the hours or minutes display → Fig. 10 ④ or → Fig. 11 ④ .
Press the button to set the time → Fig. 10 ⑤ or → Fig. 11 ⑤ . Press and hold to scroll through quickly.
Press the button again to finish setting the clock.
You can also set the time in the infotainment system using the button and the and Time and date function buttons
→ Menu and system settings (SETUP) .
Outside temperature display
If the outside temperature is lower than approx. +4 °C (+39 °F), an acoustic signal in the form of a gong will sound to inform the driver, and a
snowflake symbol will appear in addition to the outside temperature display m/k/s296MK. This symbol flashes and then remains constantly
lit until the outside temperature rises above +6°C (+43°F) → .
When the vehicle is stationary or travelling at very low speeds, the temperature displayed may be slightly higher than the actual outside
temperature as a result of the heat radiated from the engine.
The measuring range lies between -45 ℃ (-49 °F) and +76 ℃ (+169 °F).
Compass display
When the ignition and navigation system are switched on, the instrument cluster display shows the current direction of travel.
Selector lever positions (automatic gearbox)
The gear selected is displayed on the side of the selector lever and can also be displayed in the instrument cluster. In D or S, or in Tiptronic
mode, the display may show which gear has been selected → Changing gear .
Gear-change indicator
While the vehicle is in motion, the instrument cluster may show which gear should be selected to reduce fuel consumption → Changing gear .
Second speed display (mph or km/h)
In addition to the tachometer display, the speed can also be displayed in another unit of measurement (mph or km/h) while you are driving.

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Settings for the second speed display can be made and adjusted in the infotainment system using the and the function buttons
, Units and Speed → Menu and system settings (SETUP) .
It is not possible to switch off the second speedometer display in those countries where the law stipulates that the display cannot be
deactivated.
Speed warning for winter tyres
A display in the instrument cluster indicates when the set maximum speed has been exceeded → Volkswagen information system .
Speed warning settings can be made and adjusted in the infotainment system using the button and the and Tyres
function buttons → Menu and system settings (SETUP) .
Start/stop system status display
The instrument cluster display shows information about the current status → Pull-away assist systems .
Status display for active cylinder management (ACT®)
Depending on equipment levels, some vehicles will indicate the current number of active cylinders in the instrument cluster display, e.g. 2
cylinder mode.
For this purpose, the menu option Current fuel consumption, Average consumption or Range must be selected in the menu MFI → Volkswagen
information system .
Engine code
Press and hold button in the instrument cluster → Instrument overview for at least 15 seconds to view the vehicle's engine
code (EC) in the display. The ignition should be switched on but the engine should not be running.
Failure to observe illuminated warning lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle breaking down in traffic, and can cause accident
and serious injury.
Never ignore any illuminated warning lamps or text messages.
Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.
Any broken-down vehicle poses an increased accident risk, both for you and for other road users. If the situation requires, switch on the
hazard warning lights and set up the warning triangle as a warning to other road users.
Stop the vehicle at a safe distance away from moving traffic and make sure that no part of the exhaust system can come into contact with
any inflammable material underneath the vehicle, e.g. dry grass or fuel.
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If a message or vehicle pictogram is displayed, press button → Fig. 15 ① on the windscreen wiper level or the button on the
multifunction steering wheel → Fig. 16 . You may need to press the button several times.
Operation using the windscreen wiper lever: to display the selection menu → Selection menu or to return to the selection menu from
another menu or information display, press and hold the rocker switch → Fig. 15 ② until the selection menu is displayed. To browse
through the selection menu, press the rocker switch up or down.
Operation using the multifunction steering wheel: to display and browse through the selection menu, press or → Fig. 16 .
To open the menu or information display shown in the selection menu, press → Fig. 15 ① on the windscreen wiper lever, press the
button on the multifunction steering wheel → Fig. 16 , or wait until the menu or information display opens automatically after a few
seconds.
Adjusting settings in menus
In the displayed menu, press the rocker switch → Fig. 15 ② on the windscreen wiper lever up or down, or press the arrow buttons
or on the multifunction steering wheel → Fig. 16 until the required menu option is selected. A frame appears around the selected
option.
Press button → Fig. 15 ① on the windscreen wiper lever or press the button on the multifunction steering wheel → Fig. 16 to
make the required change. A tick indicates that the particular system or function is active.
Returning to the selection menu
Using the menu: in the menu, select the Back menu option to leave the menu.
Using the multifunction steering wheel: press the or button → Fig. 16 .
If warning messages about malfunctions are displayed when the ignition is switched on, it may not be possible to adjust some settings
as described, or the information display may appear differently. If this is the case, take the vehicle to a qualified workshop to have the
malfunction rectified.
Selection menu
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings →Introduction
MenuFunctionSee
Driving data
Information and settings for the multifunction display (MFD). → Driving data ,
→ Menu and system
settings (SETUP)
Display of current warning or information messages and other system components
depending on the equipment level.
Assist systemsInformation and settings for the driver assist systems.
→ Assist systems menu ,
→ Menu and system
settings (SETUP)
Navigation
Information displays from active navigation system:
⇒ BookletNavigation
system,
Turning arrows and proximity bars are displayed if you use active route guidance. The
design is similar to the symbols used in the infotainment system.
The direction of travel (compass function) and the name of the road being used are
displayed if the route guidance option is not active.
Audio
Station display in radio mode.⇒ BookletRadio, /
⇒ BookletNavigation
system,
Display of station list in radio mode.
Track display in media mode.

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Driver assistance
Front Assist (area monitoring
system)
The following systems can be activated or deactivated:
– Area monitoring system,
– Advance warning,
– Distance warning display.
→ Area
monitoring system
(Front Assist)
Driver Alert SystemActivation or deactivation of the Driver Alert System.
→ Driver Alert
System
(recommendation
for rest breaks)
Parking/manoeuvring,ParkPilot
Activation or deactivation of automatic activation of the
ParkPilot.
→ ParkPilot The following functions can be set:
– Front and rear volume,
– Front and rear tone,
– Audio volume reduction.
Lights
Light Assist
The following systems can be activated or deactivated:
– Automatic dipped headlights (when raining),
– Lane change flash.
→ Lights
The following functions can be set:
– Switch-on time for automatic headlight control,
– Travel mode (right-hand or left-hand drive).
Interior lightingSetting the instrument and switch lighting
Coming Home/Leaving Home
function
The following functions can be set:
– Duration that the Coming Home function is switched on,
– Duration that the Leaving Home function is switched on,
Mirror and wipers
MirrorsActivating and deactivating the folding-in function when
parking. → Mirrors
Wipers
The following systems can be activated or deactivated:
– Automatic wipe function when raining,
– Rear window wipers in reverse gear.
→ Windscreen
wipers and
washer
Opening/closingCentral locking
Setting door unlocking. → Central locking
system Activation or deactivation of automatic locking.
Instrument cluster–
The following systems can be activated or deactivated:
– Current fuel consumption,
– Average fuel consumption,
– Top-up volume,
– Convenience consumers,
– Eco tips,
– Travel time,
– Distance,
– Average speed,
– Digital speed display,
– Speed warning function,
– Oil temperature.
→ Volkswagen
information
system
The following data can be reset:
– Driving data since start,
– Driving data long-term.
The following functions can be set:
– Clock time source (manual, GPS),
– Time,

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The seat heating should be switched off as soon as it is no longer needed. Fuel is otherwise wasted.
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning lamp
→ Frontal collisions and the laws of physics
→ What happens to vehicle occupants who have not fastened their seat belts
→ Seat belt protection
→ Using seat belts
→ Fastening and unfastening seat belts
→ Seat belt routing
→ Belt height adjuster
→ Automatic belt retractor, belt tensioner, belt tension limiter
→ Service and disposal of belt tensioners
Check the condition of all seat belts regularly. If the belt webbing, belt connections, belt retractor or seat belt buckle become damaged, the seat
belt in question should be replaced immediately by a qualified workshop → . The qualified workshop must use correct spare parts that are
compatible with the vehicle, equipment level and model year. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Additional information and warnings:
Adjusting the seat position → Adjusting the seat position
Airbag system → Airbag system
Child seats → Child seats
Stowage → Stowage areas
Cleaning and caring for the interior → Cleaning and caring for the interior
Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts → Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts
Wet upholstery can cause a fault in the seat heating and increase the risk of burns.
Make sure that the seat cushion is dry before using the seat heating.
Do not sit on the seat when wearing damp or wet clothing.
Do not set any damp or wet objects or items of clothing on the seat.
Do not spill any liquids on the seat.
WARNING
To avoid damaging the heating elements, do not kneel on the seat or apply sharp pressure at a single point on the seat cushion and
backrest.
Liquids, sharp objects and insulating materials such as a protective cover or child seat on the seat could damage the seat heating.
If the system starts to emit a smell, switch the seat heating off immediately and have it checked by a qualified workshop.
NOTICE
Seat belts