2015 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER technical data

While driving .. ...... 257
Starting the engine, changing gear and parking
-Starting and stopping the engine .. 257
-Changing gears . . . . . . . . . .......... 260
-Braking, stopping and parking ......... 269
-Driving with respect for the environment 278
-Steering ........... 281
Driver assist systems
-Pull-away assist systems .... 282
-ParkPilot ............................ 287
-Reversing camera (Rear Assist) ....... 291
-Cruise control system (CCS) . . . . . ... 295
-Adaptive cruise control (ACC) ......... 298
-Area monitoring system (Front Assist) .. 307
-Lane change assist system (Side Assist) . .. . . .. .. . . . . . . . . .......... 312
-Driver Alert System (recommendation for rest breaks) . . . . . . . . . . ......... 315
-Adaptive chassis control (DCC) ........ 317
-Tyre monitoring system . . . . . . . ....... 318
Air conditioning system
-Heating, ventilating, cooling ........... 322
-Supplementary heaters (auxiliary air heater or auxiliary coolant heater) .... 332
At the filling station
-Filling the tank ....................... 340
-Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........ 343
-Emission control system for diesel vehicles (AdBiue®j ................... 346
Cleaning and maintenance ...... 350
In the engine compartment
-Preparation for working in the engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
-Engine oil ........................... 353
-Coolant ..................... 358
-Vehicle battery ....................... 362
Wheels and tyres
-Useful information about wheels and
tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 367
Vehicle care and maintenance
-Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 380
-Cleaning and caring for the interior ..... 388
-Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts . . . . . . . .... 394
-Mobile online services .. 402
-Consumer information 404
-Engine management system and exhaust purification system . . . .. 407
If and when ........................ 410
Practical tips
-Frequently asked questions ........... 410
-In an emergency ..................... 411
-Manual opening and closing . . . . . . . . . 413
-Vehicle toolkit . . ............... 416
-Hubcaps.. . .................... 417
-Changing a wheel .................... 420
-Breakdown set ....................... 425
-Fuses................ . . 429
-Changing bulbs . . . . . . . . .....•.... 432
-Jump starting . . . . . . .......... 443
-Tow-starting and towing . . . 446
Technical data ...
Technical data
-Vehicle data
-Petrol engines
-Diesel engines ..
Abbreviations
Index .......... .
... 450
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455
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About this owner's manual
• An alphabetical index is included at the end of this manual.
• A list of abbreviations at the end of the manual explains the abbreviations used.
• Directions and positions such as left, right, front and rear are normally relative to the vehicle's direc-tion of travel, unless otherwise indicated.
• Illustrations are intended to help you find your way around the applwebsite. They show typical content.
• This owner's manual was written for left-hand drive vehicles. In right-hand drive vehicles the con-trols may sometimes be different to those dis-played in illustrations or described in the text 10.
• Any technical changes made to the vehicle af-ter publication of this booklet are contained In a supplement that is included with the vehicle wallet.
All equipment and models are described without indicating whether the equipment is optional or specific to the model type. This means that your vehicle may not have some of the equipment de-scribed, or it may only be available in certain mar-kets. The scope of equipment fitted in your vehicle can be found in the sales documentation and you can contact your Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles dealership for further information.
About th1s owner's manual
All data in this owner's manual correspond to the information available at the time of going to print. Because the vehicle is constantly being developed and further improved, there may be differences be-tween your vehicle and the data in this owner's manual. No discrepancy in data, illustrations or de-scriptions shall form the basis for any legal claim.
Please ensure that the complete vehicle wallet is always in the vehicle if you lend or sell the vehicle to someone else.
Standard booklets in the vehicle wallet:
• Owner's manual
• Service schedule
Additional booklets in the vehicle
wallet (optional):
• Supplements
• Radio
• Radio, provision for mobile telephone
• lnfotalnment system, navigation system
• Supplement on digital tachograph
• Other supplements

Checklist (Continued)
..( Fasten your seat belt correctly before set-ting off and keep it properly fastened throughout the journey. This also applies to all passengers 79 .
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Each vehicle occupant must sit in a seat of their own and must have their own seat belt.
Never drive if your driving ability is impaired, e.g. by medication, alcohol or drugs.
Do not allow yourself to be distracted from the traffic, e.g. by passengers, telephone calls, opening menus and making adjust-ments to settings .
Always adapt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.
Observe traffic regulations and speed limits.
Driving abroad
r-f'n First read and observe the introductory l.-J=.U information and safety warnings.& on page 33.
Checklist
In some countries, special safety standards and emissions-related regulations apply that the vehi-cle may not comply with. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recommends that you visit your Volkswa-gen Commercial Vehicles dealer before travelling abroad to find out about any legal requirements and the following points concerning your destina-tion:
..( Does the vehicle need any technical modifi-cations for driving abroad, e.g. masking or switching the headlights over?
..( Are the necessary tools, diagnostic equip-ment and spare parts available for service and repair work?
..( Are there any Volkswagen Commercial Ve-hicles dealerships in the country of destina-tion?
..( For petrol engines: is unleaded petrol with the correct octane number available?
34 Before the journey
..( When travelling long distances, stop and take a break regularly-at least every 2 hours.
..( Secure animals in the vehicle using a sys-tem that is suitable for their weight and size.
A WARNING
Always observe current traffic regulations and speed limits, and think ahead when driv-Ing. Correct interpretation of a driving situa-tion can make the difference between reach-Ing your destination safely and having an ac-cident with serious Injuries.
W Regular servicing of your vehicle not only W maintains its value, it also ensures that your vehicle remains roadworthy and in perfect working order. Servicing work should therefore be carried out in accordance with the service schedule. Some work may have to be carried out before the due date of the next service if the vehicle is subjected to severe operating conditions. Severe operating conditions are, for example, regular stop and go driving, regular driving with a trailer and driving in areas with high levels of dust. Additional informa-tion is available from your Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles dealership or qualified workshop. ..( For diesel engines: is diesel with a low sul-phur level available?
..( Are the correct engine oil 353 and other service fluids in accordance with the specifications of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles available in the destination coun-try?
..( Will the factory-fitted navigation system work with the navigation data available in the destination country?
..( Are special tyres necessary for travelling in the destination country?
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Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is not re-sponsible for any vehicle damage which Is caused by low-quality fuel, inadequate servic-ing work or lack of availability of Genuine Parts.

A WARNING (Continued)
• Never try to stop a trailer from snaking by Increasing your speed.
A WARNING
Accidents and severe injuries can occur if the maximum permitted draw bar weight is ex-ceeded.
• Never exceed the specified values.
A WARNING
The start/stop system must always be switch-ed off manually when a trailer Is to be towed with towing brackets that were not retrofitted by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. Other-wise faults can occur In the brake system, possibly resulting In accidents and serious Injuries.
Technical requirements
,...-.('n First read and observe the introductory 1--J,:.U information and safety warnings & on page 139.
If the vehicle is supplied with a factory-fitted tow-ing bracket it will already have the necessary tech-nical modifications and meet the statutory require-ments for towing a trailer.
Only use a towing bracket which is approved for the gross weight of the trailer you want to tow as a retrofit solution. The towing bracket must be suit-able for the vehicle and trailer and be securely bol-ted to the vehicle's chassis. Only a towing bracket with a removable ball coupling should be used. Al-ways check and follow the data provided by the towing bracket manufacturer. Never install a weight-distributing or load-balancing towing brack-et on the vehicle.
Towing brackets fitted to the rear bumper
Never fit a towing bracket to the rear bumper or to its fastenings. The towing bracket must not prevent the rear bumper from functioning correctly. Do not
A WARNING (Continued)
• Always switch off the start/stop system manually If a trailer is attached to a towing bracket that was not retrofitted by Volkswa-gen Commercial Vehicles.
m Always switch off the anti-theft alarm when a L!J trailer is being hitched or unhitched 43. The tilt sensor could otherwise trigger an alarm unnecessarily.
m In new vehicles, do not tow a trailer during L!J the first 1,000 km 394.
m Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recom-L!J mends removing the ball coupling before driving without a trailer. The level of damage sus-tained during a rear-end collision could be greater for vehicles with a fitted ball coupling than for those without.
m By law, the ball coupling must be removed if L!J a trailer is not being towed if it obscures the number plate.
m In some models, the towing bracket is re-L!J qui red for towing vehicles. For this reason, the towing bracket ball coupling should be stored in the vehicle at all times. carry out any alterations to the exhaust or brake systems. Check regularly to see if the towing bracket is fitted securely.
Engine cooling system
There is an increased load on the engine and the cooling system when towing a trailer. The cooling system must contain sufficient coolant and be able to cope with the extra load added by the trailer.
Trailer brake
If the trailer is equipped with its own brake system, comply with the relevant regulations. The trailer's brake system must never be connected to the ve-hicle brake system.
Emergency breakaway cable
Always use safety chains between your vehicle and the trailer 144.
Trailer rear lights
The rear lights on the trailer must meet legal re-quirements 144.
Transporting items 1141

A WARNING
Never program the supplementary heating system so that Is switched on and run In un-ventilated or enclosed areas. The fumes from the supplementary heating system contain carbon monoxide, which is an odourless and
Practical tips, California
o::n Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Before setting off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 Before you take a road trip . . . . . . . . . . 252
Actions to take during thunderstorms 253
Winter conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Cleaning cupboards, cooker and sink . 253
Cleaning the display of the central control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Before setting off
rl'"'n First read and observe the introductory L..J.:.U Information given on page 252.
Checklist
The following points should be verified in addition to the checklist 33:
..( Close the pop-up roof .
..( Close all drawers, cabinet doors and flaps.
Before you take a road trip
rl'"'n First read and observe the Introductory L..J.:.U Information given on page 252.
Checklist
Observe the following additional suggestions:
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Familiarise yourself with parking and ma-noeuvring the vehicle.
Note the height and width of the vehicle-particularly if any accessories have modified these dimensions.
2521 Before tho journoy
A WARNING (Continued)
colourless poisonous gas. Carbon monoxide can cause people to lose consciousness. it can also cause death.
m All saved switch-on times will be deleted if W you switch off the central control panel or dis-connect the additional battery. They will also be de-leted ifthere is a defective fuse in the control pan-el.
Rectifying faults on the camping equipment . . 254
Technical data. living area . . 255
Additional information:
• Central control panel 204.
• Before setting off =:>page 33.
• Vehicle care and maintenance 380.
..( Retract the awning completely.
..( Remove all vehicle interior shades and open all blinds.
..( Bring all tables into their stowed position .
../ Close all gas shut-off valves.
/ Secure all loose items in the vehicle. _., ______________________________
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Check that all items of equipment are in good working order .
Observe the entry and vaccination require-ments of any foreign country you will be vis-iting.
Have the following documents on hand:
-Valid identity cards or passports
-Driving licence and vehicle registration papers ..,.

Fault Possible cause Solution
2. The feed plug is not connected prop-2. Check the connection between the vehi-erly. cle and the mains.
3. Mains power failure. 3. Inform the electricity company if necessa-ry.
4. The residual current circuit breaker 4. Switch the residual current circuit breaker has tripped. back on.
Problem with the 1. The waste water tank is full. 1. Drain the waste water tank in a suitable waste water sys-location. tem
2. The water level sensor for the waste 2. Have the water level sensor checked by a water tank is malfunctioning. qualified workshop.
Problem with the 1. The fresh water tank is empty. 1. Fill the fresh water tank. fresh water sys-tem
2. The water level sensor for the fresh 2. Have the water level sensor checked by a water tank is malfunctioning. qualified workshop.
Refrigerator box 1. There is a defective fuse 1. Replace fuse 249. does not cool. 429 and 249.
2. Battery voltage too low. 2. Charge the battery using the battery charger or by running the engine.
3. The central control panel is not 3. Switch on the central control panel. switched on.
The electric pop-1. The central control panel is not 1. Switch on the central control panel. up roof does not switched on. open or close or does not open or close fully.
2. The ignition is not switched on. 2 Switching on the ignition
3. The overheating protection on the 3. Wait a few minutes before you attempt to hydraulic pump is activated. open or close the pop-up roof.
4. Battery voltage too low. 4. Charge the battery using the battery charger or by running the engine.
5. There is a defective fuse 5. Replace fuse 249. 429 and 249.
6. There is a temporary malfunction. 6. Press the button for 5 seconds.
7. The electrical system for the pop-up 7. Close the electric pop-up roof manually roof is malfunctioning. 221 and have the electrical system checked by a qualified workshop.
8. The child proof lock has been activa-8. Wait at least 7 minutes before you again led due to the electric pop-up roof hav-attempt to open or close the electric pop-up ing been opened and closed repeatedly roof. within a short period of time.
Technical data, living area
cu First read and observe the Introductory information given on page 252.
Supplementary heating system
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Maximum heating output: 2.5 kW
Fuel consumption: 0.3 lfh
Equipment, California I 255
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Retrofitting two-way radios
.--m First read and observe the introductory L-.lc.U information and safety warnings & on page 394.
You will need an external aerial to use a two-way radio in the vehicle.
Any retrofit installation of electrical or electronic equipment in the vehicle will affect its vehicle type approval. Under certain circumstances, this can negate the type approval for the vehicle.
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has approved the vehicle for use with two-way radios providing the following conditions are observed:
• Correct installation of external aerial.
• A maximum transmitting power of 10 watts.
The equipment can only operate at maximum range with an external aerial.
Check first with a qualified workshop if you wish to use a two-way radio with a transmitting power of over 10 watts. Qualified workshops are familiar with the technical options for retrofitting. Volkswa-gen Commercial Vehicles recommends using a Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles dealership for this purpose.
Information stored in the control units
.--m First read and observe the introductory L-.lc.U Information and safety warnings & on page 394.
Your vehicle is factory fitted with electronic control units which are responsible for engine and gearbox management. The control units also monitor the function of the exhaust system and the airbags.
These electronic control units continuously evalu-ate data relevant to the vehicle while the vehicle is being driven. Only these data will be stored if there are any faults recorded or any deviations from the specified values. This is generally displayed by the indicator lamps on the instrument cluster.
Special units are required to read and evaluate da-ta stored in the control units.
These data are stored so that specialist workshops can diagnose and solve problems. The following data may have been stored:
• Engine and gearbox-relevant data.
• Speed.
• Direction of travel.
398 Cleaning and maintenance
Please comply with relevant legislation and the in-structions and information given in the operating manuals for radio equipment.
A WARNING
If radio equipment is not secured or not prop-erly secured in the vehicle, it could be flung though the interior during a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre, or In the event of an accident. This can cause Injuries.
• While the vehicle is in motion, always se-cure radio equipment properly outside the airbag deployment zone or stow them away safely.
A CAUTION
If you use two-way radios in the car without an external aerial, electromagnetic radiation in the vehicle could exceed limit values. This also applies to external aerials which have not been correctly installed.
• Two-way radios should only be used In the vehicle If an external aerial Is properly connected.
• Braking power.
• Seat belt monitor.
The control units never record conversations that take place in the vehicle. it is neither possible nor permitted to use the stored data to create move-ment profiles.
When the vehicle is being used, situations may arise in which the stored data (alone or in conjunc-tion with other information such as accident re-ports, vehicle damage, witness statements etc.) can become assignable to a particular person, whereby consultation of an expert and use of the expert's information may be necessary.
In vehicles with an emergency call function via a mobile telephone or other units, the current loca-tion can be transmitted. In the event of an accident in which the control units register that an airbag has been triggered, the system can automatically send out a signal. This depends on your service provider. Transmission is possible only in areas
with a sufficiently strong mobile telephone signal. .,..

The radio communications connection required for Volkswagen Car-Net services is provided by the user's mobile end device, e.g. mobile telephone, SIM card reader. This network signal allows Volks-wagen Car-Net services to receive data online, pass on vehicle data online and transmit additional information, new functions or extended vehicle functions. Volkswagen Car-Net offers the driver or user support functions based on vehicle data to-gether with data obtained from the Internet and IT systems.
The use of Volkswagen Car-Net and the necessary mobile network connection may be subject to a fee. Due to the potentially high volume of data in use, Volkswagen recommends using a mobile phone tariff which includes a data flatrate. For more information contact your mobile telephone provider.
Depending on the service, Volkswagen Car-Net can be operated via the factory-fitted radio or navi-gation system, via mobile devices or via the online customer portal (www.volkswagen-commercial-vehicles-camet.com).
Availability
Volkswagen Car-Net services can be subject to a limited period or changed, set, deactivated, reacti-vated and expanded without prior notice.
Content, scope and provider of Volkswagen Car-Net services can vary. They may also be specific to the vehicle and country/market. Some Volkswagen Car-Net services also depend on availability of service offered by third parties.
Volkswagen Car-Net services can be subject to re-gion-specific limitations. This means that a service may not be available in all parts of a country. This applies in particular to large countries such as Russia. Availability also depends on the network coverage in each country.
Determining the current vehicle position
Some services require the exact location of the ve-hicle in order to provide functions. Depending on the service installed the current vehicle position will be transmitted to the service provider. The driver can choose this option or this will take place auto-matically. When automatic transmission is selec-ted, the current location can also be transmitted at regular intervals.
Lending or selling the vehicle to others
When the vehicle is being sold or lent, the owner or rentaUieasing firm must inform the purchasing or lending party about Volkswagen Car-Net services installed in the vehicle and their functions.
Interferences
The following situations could lead to the interrup-tion of a data transfer or operation of Volkswagen Car-Net services, or impairment of one of the serv-ices which has been installed:
• High speeds
• Areas with insufficient mobile and GPS recep-tion
• Maintenance, repairs, software updates and technical changes to your service provider's tele-communication networks and databases
• Impairment or interruption to mobile and GPS reception, for instance due to weather, tunnels, ga-rages, car parks, underpasses or intensive use of the mobile network
• In countries where Volkswagen Car-Net serv-ices are not available
• A fault in the vehicle electrical system
• Vehicle battery empty or voltage too low
• If the control unit for the Volkswagen Car-Net service or the compatible radio navigation system is not working properly
Exchanging your system
If the factory-fitted radio-navigation system is dam-aged or must be exchanged in a vehicle with Volkswagen Car-Net services installed, go to a qualified workshop. This may entail re-registering or re-activating the Volkswagen Car-Net services.
Necessary registration
Use of Volkswagen Car-Net services requires reg-istration, authentication and activation of a contract only if Volkswagen Car-Net services for the rele-vant vehicle can also be activated on the customer portal. Further information about this can be found on the Internet at (www.volkswagen-commercial-vehicles-carnet.com) or obtained from a Volkswa-gen dealer.
If Volkswagen Car-Net services can only be activa-ted using the radio navigation system, registration on the customer portal is not required.
Volkswagen recommends seeking advice from a Volkswagen dealership before using and activating Volkswagen Car-Net services. Your Volkswagen dealership can provide information on the country-specific range of services and the compatibility of the radio or navigation systems.
If a Volkswagen Car-Net service is activated for a vehicle, the person who has entered Into the mobile telephone contract Is obliged to provide information to each driver of the vehicle re-garding the transmission and reception of data .-
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