vehicle at moderate speeds in order to reduce en-gine wear and to increase the mileage that the en-gine can cover. Do not drive at engine speeds that are too low. Always shift down gear if the engine is not running smoothly. The following applies up to 1,000 kilometres:
• Do not depress the accelerator fully.
• Do not drive the vehicle at more than 2/3 of the top engine speed.
• Do not drive with a trailer attached.
Accessories and replacement parts
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Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recommends that you seek advice from a Volkswagen Commer-cial Vehicles dealership before purchasing acces-sories, spare parts or service fluids. For example, if the vehicle is to be retrofitted with accessories or if parts have to be renewed. Volkswagen Commer-cial Vehicle dealerships can recommend accesso-ries, parts and service fluids which are suitable for your requirements. They can also answer any questions you might have regarding official regula-tions.
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recommends you use only approved Volkswagen accessories and Volkswagen Genuine Parts®. These parts and accessories have been specially tested by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles for suitability, re-liability and safety. A Volkswagen Commercial Ve-hicles dealership is also qualified for correct instal-lation.
Although the market is constantly scrutinised, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles cannot assume responsibility for the reliability, safety and suitability of products Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has not approved. Volkswagen Commercial Vehi-cles can therefore assume no responsibility for these parts, even if they have been approved by an official testing agency or are covered by an offi-cial approval certificate.
Service fluids and consumables
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From 1,000 to 1,500 kilometres, gradually in-crease driving performance to top speed and high-est engine speed.
Running in new tyres and brake pads
• New wheels and tyres =>page 367
• Information on the brakes =>page 272
r:lib If the engine is run in gently, the life of the en-W gine will be increased and its oil consumption
Any retro-fitted equipment which has a direct ef-fect on the vehicle and/or the way it is driven must be approved by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles for use in your vehicle and bear the e mark (the European Union's authorization symbol). These devices include cruise control systems or an elec-tronically controlled suspension.
Any additional electrical components fitted that do not serve to control the vehicle itself must bear the
Incorrectly performed repairs or modifica-tions to your vehicle can impair the effective-ness of the airbags, cause faults, accidents and fatal injury.
• Never secure or mount objects such as drink holders, telephone holders either on or next to the airbag covers or within the de-ployment zone of the airbag.
• Objects either on or next to the airbag module covers or are in the deployment zone of the airbags can cause serious or even fatal injuries should the airbags be activated.
All service fluids and consumables, e.g. toothed belts, tyres, coolant, engine oil, spark plugs and vehicle batteries, are being constantly developed. For this reason, service fluids and consumables
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Retrofitting two-way radios
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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
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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.
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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
Additional functions that are contractually agreed with the customer, e.g. vehicle positioning in an emergency, allow certain vehicle data to be trans-mitted from the vehicle.
Event data recorder
The vehicle is not fitted with an event data record-er.
Event data recorders temporarily store vehicle in-formation. This provides precise information in the event of an accident. In vehicles with an airbag system, data that might be relevant in the event of an accident can be stored, e.g. impact speed, belt buckle status, seat positions and trigger speed. The scope of the data is manufacturer-specific.
An event data recorder may only be fitted if the owner has approved the procedure. This is cov-ered by legislation in some countries.
Reprogramming control units
All data for the control of components are stored in the control units. Some convenience functions, such as lane change flash, single door unlocking and displays, can be reprogrammed using special workshop equipment. If this is the case, the de-scriptions in your vehicle wallet will no longer cor-respond with the original functions. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recommends that any re-programming should be confirmed in the service schedule under "Workshop comments".
Information about possible reprogramming can be obtained from the Volkswagen dealership.
Reading the vehicle's event memory
There is a diagnostic interface for reading the event memories in the vehicle interior &. Data relating to the function and status of the electronic control units are stored in the event memory. Addi-tional information on the stored data is available from qualified workshops.
The diagnosis interface is located in the footwell on the driver side behind a cover next to the lever for opening the bonnet.
The event memory should only be read and reset by a qualified workshop.
After a fault has been rectified, the information in the memory pertaining to the fault is deleted. Other memory content is overwritten on an on-going ba-sis.
A WARNING
Incorrect use of the diagnostic Interface can cause faults, which can result in accidents and serious injuries.
• Never read the event memory using the di-agnostic Interface yourself.
• The diagnostic Interface should only be read by a qualified workshop.
external aerial
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Both during telephone calls and in standby mode, mobile telephones transmit and receive radio waves, which may also be termed "high-frequency energy". Current scientific literature warns us that radio waves can be harmful to human beings if they exceed certain limits. Government bodies and international committees have introduced threshold values and guidelines to ensure that electromag-netic radiation produced by mobile telephones does not pose a hazard to health. However, there is no proven scientific evidence that demonstrates that cordless telephones are absolutely safe.
For this reason, some experts are calling for more precautions to be taken in the use of mobile tele-phones, by taking steps to reduce the level of per-sonal exposure to electromagnetic radiation.
If a mobile telephone that is not connected to the vehicle's external aerial is used inside the vehicle, the level of electromagnetic radiation could be higher than when the mobile telephone is connec-ted to an integrated aerial or any other external aerial.
If the vehicle is fitted with a suitable hands-free unit which enables the use of innumerable additional functions of Bluetooth® compatible mobile tele-phones, this will satisfy the legal requirements in many countries which permit the use of a mobile telephone in a vehicle only if a hands-free unit is used.
The factory-fitted hands-free system in your vehicle has been developed for use with mobile tele-phones that are compatible with Bluetooth®_ Mo-bile telephones must be carried in a suitable tele-phone holder or be stored securely in the vehicle. If a telephone holder is used it must be securely at-tached to the base plate. This is the only way to .,.
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ensure that the mobile telephone is securely at-tached to the dash panel and always within reach of the driver. Depending on which hands-free sys-tem is installed, the connection between the mobile telephone and the external aerial is established ei-ther via the telephone holder or via an existing Bluetooth® connection between the mobile tele-phone and the vehicle.
Connecting the mobile telephone is to a telephone aerial integrated in the vehicle or to an external tel-ephone aerial reduces the electromagnetic radia-tion generated by the telephone which could affect the human body. Using an aerial also improves the quality of the signal.
If a mobile telephone is used in the vehicle interior without this hands-free system, it is not safely se-cured in the vehicle and also not connected to the vehicle's external telephone aerial. Furthermore, the mobile telephone is not being charged in the telephone holder. lt is also likely that the telephone connection will be disrupted and the signal strength will be poor.
No mobile telephone should be used in the vehicle unless it is connected to a hands-free unit. Volks-wagen Commercial Vehicles recommends the use of an external aerial when a mobile telephone is used in the vehicle.
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Blue-tooth® SIG, Inc.
A WARNING
Any mobile telephone that Is not secured or is incorrectly secured In the vehicle could be flung though the Interior during a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre, or In the event of an accident. This could cause Injuries.
• Mobile telephones, other devices and tele-phone accessories such as telephone hold-ers, notepads and portable navigation devi-ces must always be secured properly outside of the alrbag deployment zones or be stowed In a safe place whilst the vehicle Is In motion.
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A WARNING
If mobile telephones or two-way radios that are not connected to an external aerial are used, electromagnetic radiation In the vehicle could exceed limit values and thus be a health hazard for drivers and other vehicle occupants. This also applies to external aer-ials which have not been correctly Installed.
• Keep mobile telephone aerials at least 20 cm away from pacemakers, as the telephones may affect their functioning.
• Do not carry a mobile telephone in your breast pocket above a pacemaker when the telephone Is switched on or In standby mode.
• Switch off the mobile telephone Immedi-ately If you suspect it may be Interfering with a pacemaker.
Mobile on line services
c:QJ Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Volkswagen Car-Net services Applications (apps) .. 402 404
Information on the Volkswagen Car-Net
mobile online services and applications
(apps) can be transmitted directly to your
vehicle and integrated.
For information on Volkswagen Car-Net services and applications, their availability and the related technical requirements and compatible devices go to www.volkswagen-commercial-vehicles-carnet.com.
Additional information and warnings:
• 399, Using a mobile telephone in the vehicle without a connection to the external aerial
• Radio. provision for mobile tele-phone, infotainment system, navigation system
A WARNING
If mobile equipment is not secured or Is in-correctly 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.
Volkswagen Car-Net services
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A WARNING (Continued)
• While the vehicle is in motion, always se-cure mobile equipment properly outside the airbag deployment zone or stow them away safely.
A WARNING
Unsuitable or incorrect use of applications and Volkswagen Car-Net services can cause damage to the vehicle, accidents or serious injury.
• Volkswagen recommends that you only use Volkswagen applications and Volkswa-gen Car-Net services for your vehicle.
• Protect the mobile device and the applica-tions on it from misuse.
• Never make changes to applications or Volkswagen Car-Net services.
• Observe the user guide for your mobile device.
A WARNING
Using applications and Volkswagen Car-Net services while driving can distract you from the road. Accidents and Injuries can occur if the driver is distracted.
• Always drive carefully and responsibly.
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Your mobile devices must always be switched off In areas where special regulations apply and when the use of such devices Is not per-mitted. The radiation emitted by these mobile devices when switched on could interfere with sensitive technical and medical equipment, possibly resulting in malfunction of or damage to the equipment.
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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• 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.
Radio reception and aerials
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The vehicle aerials are located in the exterior mir-rors. If any metallic chrome plates, such as chrome mirror caps, are retrofitted to the exterior mirrors you may experience problems with the radio,
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• Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles cannot be held responsible If the vehicle does not comply with or only partly complies with the relevant legal requirements In other countries and conti-nents.
m Interference with AM radio reception could W occur if electrical devices are used in the vi-cinity of the aerial.
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Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Service infonna-tion and official Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles repair infonnation can be purchased from the fol-lowing addresses:
Please contact a Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles dealership or a qualified workshop or order the lit-erature you require from www.erwin.volkswagen.de.
Declaration of conformity
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The individual manufacturer declares herewith that the following products conform, at the time of vehi-cle production, with the basic requirements and other relevant laws and regulations, including FCC Part 15.19, FCC Part 15.21 and RSS-Gen Issue 1:
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A WARNING
Incorrect repairs and modifications can cause functional problems and damage to the vehicle and impair the effectiveness of the driver assist systems and the alrbag sys-tems. This can result In accidents and severe Injuries.
• Repairs and modifications to your vehicle should only be carried out by a qualified workshop.
• Electronic immobilizer.
• Remote control key for the vehicle.
• Remote control for the supplementary heating system (auxiliary heater).
Electrical equipment
• 12-volt socket.
If and when
Practical tips
Frequently asked questions
If you suspect that a vehicle fault has arisen or your vehicle has been damaged, read and observe the following information before contacting a Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles dealership or
qualified workshop. You may also find useful infor-mation in the index under the headings "Things to note" or "Checklist".
To note Some possible causes Possible solution
Vehicle battery is discharged. -How to jump start =>page 443. -Recharge vehicle battery 362.
Engine does not start. The incorrect vehicle key is be-Use a valid vehicle key 36. ing used.
Fuel level is too low. Fill the tank 340.
Supplementary heating system Switch off the supplementary heating
Smoke is coming from the is running. system 332. wing. Supplementary heater is run-No solution 345. ning.
-Battery in the remote control -Replace the battery 36. Vehicle cannot be locked or key is flat. -Move closer to the vehicle. unlocked with the remote -Located too far away from the -Synchronise the vehicle key =>page 36. vehicle. control key. -Buttons were pressed outside -Lock or unlock the vehicle manually
the range. 413.
Cold engine. brake assist sys-Refer to the index under entries for Unusual noises. tems, supplementary heating "Noises". system.
Assist systems are active. Refer to the index under entries for "As-sist systems". Unusual handling. DSG® dual clutch gearbox is too Stop the vehicle immediately hot. 266.
Front seats cannot be ad-Vehicle battery is discharged. Recharge vehicle battery 362.
justed electrically. Fuse blown. Check fuse and replace as necessary 429.
The vehicle has no vehicle No direct solutions possible as it depends
jack, spare wheel or break-Equipment depends on type of on the equipment level. Contact a Volks-vehicle. wagen Commercial Vehicles dealership if down set. necessary 416.
-Windows or sliding roof are open. The interior monitoring sys--Item attached to the interior Remove any objects that could trigger a tem triggers a false alarm. mirror is moving. false alarm 44. -A mobile telephone is vibrating inside the vehicle.
Functions are not working Settings have been made in the Check and if necessary reset back to fac-as described in the owner's manual. Volkswagen information system. tory settings 24.
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