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Starting the engine → Starting
and stopping the engine
Engine management, exhaust
gas purification → Engine
management system and
exhaust purification system
Lit up: glow period for a diesel engine.
Flashing: fault in engine management system (diesel engine).
Engine management system fault (Electronic Power Control).
Diesel particulate filter has become saturated with soot.
Lit up: steering reduced or the vehicle battery has been disconnected and then
reconnected. → Steering
Flashing: steering column is twisted or is not unlocked/locked.
Tyre pressure too low or Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator faulty. → Tyre monitoring system
Windscreen washer fluid level too low. → Windscreen wipers and
washer
Fuel tank almost empty.
→ Filling the tank
Water in fuel in vehicles with a diesel engine.
Lit up: engine oil level too low.
→ Engine oil
Flashing: engine oil system fault.
Fault in airbag and belt tensioner system.
→ Airbag system Front passenger front airbag switched off (PASSENGER AIR BAG ).
Front passenger front airbag switched on (PASSENGER AIR BAG ).
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) currently not available. → Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC)
Fault in Sport Select suspension. → Sport Select suspension
Gearbox fault. → Changing gear
Hazard warning lights switched on. → In an emergency
Turn signal, left or right.
→ Lights
Trailer turn signal.
Lit up: depress the brake pedal.
Starting the engine → Starting
and stopping the engine
Changing gear → Changing
gear
Brakes → Braking, stopping
and parking
Flashing: the lock button in the selector lever is not engaged.
The cruise control system (CCS) is switched on. → Cruise Control System
(CCS)
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is active. → Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC)
Main beam is switched on or the headlight flasher is being operated. → Lights
ACC is active. No vehicle has been detected ahead.
→ Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) When displayed in white: ACC active. Vehicle detected ahead.
When displayed in grey: ACC not active. System switched on, does not regulate.
Lit up: service alert / service due. → Instruments
→ Changing gear
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Check that all lights and turn signals are working properly.
Check the tyre pressure Wheels and tyres Wheels and tyres Tyres see Wheels and tyres_3 and fuel level Filling the tank Filling the tank
.
Make sure that you have a good, clear view through all of the windows.
Air intake to the engine must not be obstructed, and the engine must not be covered with any kind of insulating materials .
Secure any objects and luggage in the stowage compartments, the luggage compartment or on the roof Transporting items Transporting
items .
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Preparing for a journey and driving safely
→ Driving abroad
→ Driving through water on roads
An engine and transmission guard may prove useful, depending on the conditions in which the vehicle is to be driven. An engine and
transmission guard can reduce the risk of damage to the vehicle's underbody and engine oil sump, for example when driving over kerbs,
driveways or unsurfaced roads. If you wish to have one fitted, Volkswagen recommends contacting your Volkswagen dealership.
Additional information and warnings:
Sitting correctly and safely → Sitting correctly and safely
Transporting → Transporting items
Starting the engine, changing gear and parking the vehicle → Starting the engine, changing gear and parking
Driving with respect for the environment → Driving with respect for the environment
Consumer information → Consumer information
Preparing for a journey and driving safely
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings →Introduction
Checklist
Observe the following information both before and during every journey to ensure your own safety, and the safety of all passengers and other
road users → :
Before the journey
Before setting off
Driving tips
Driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, medication or narcotics can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.
Alcohol, drugs, medication and narcotics can severely impair perception, reaction times and driving safety. This could cause you to lose
control of the vehicle.
WARNING
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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