Instrument overview
Fig. 14 Instrument cluster in the dash panel.
m First read and observe the Introductory Information and safety warnings & on page 19.
Descriptions of the instruments 14:
G) Setting button for the clock 1)
-Press the (
-Press the (o.o 1 sn) button to continue Q). Press and hold to scroll through quickly.
-Press the (
® Rev. counter (running engine speed in revolutions x 1,000 per minute).
The start or the red zone on the dial indicates the maximum engine speed that may be used in each gear when the engine is wanm and after it has been run in properly. You should change up a gear or move the selector lever to D (or lift your foot off the accelerator) before the needle reaches the red zone =:o(D.
@ Coolant temperature dlsplay.J,. 358.
0) Displays =:opage 21.
® Speedometer
® Fuel gauge =:opage 340.
CD Reset button for the trip recorder display (trip).
-Press the [o.o 1 sn) button to reset to zero.
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• When the engine Is cold, avoid high engine speeds, driving at full throttle and overloading the engine.
&... Changing up a gear early will help to save W fuel and reduce engine noise.
r:il The instruments and displays may vary de-L!J pending on the equipment level of the vehi-cle.
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In vehicles with fixed oil change service, services take place at predefined intervals.
The service intervals are calculated on an Individu-al basis in vehicles with flexible oil change serv-Ice. Advances in technology have brought about a considerable reduction in servicing requirements. The flexible oil change is a new service offered by Volkswagen to ensure that the oil is only changed when necessary. The length between the oil change services (maximum of 2 years) is also de-termined by the conditions under which the vehicle is used and personal driving style. The service re-minder is displayed 20 days before the service is due. The distance is rounded to the nearest 100 km; the remaining time is rounded to full days. The current service information cannot be opened until you have driven 500 km since the last service. Until this point the display only shows lines.
Service reminder
If the vehicle is due to be serviced, a service re-minder will appear on the display when the ignition is switched on.
In vehicles without text messages a spanner sym-bol will appear on the instrument cluster along with a display in km and a clock symbol e> showing the time left before the next service appointment is due in days. The number of kilometres shown cor-responds to the maximum number of kilometres that can still be driven until the service appoint-ment is due. In addition, a symbol in the top right corner of the display specifies which service ap-pointment the reminder is for (1 for inspection, 2 for oil change service).
If the service reminder is displayed for both service appointments (1 and 2 in the top right corner of the instrument cluster display), the distance and the display in days for the next service appointment applies in vehicle without text messages.
In vehicles with text messages, Oi 1 change or Inspection in---km or ---days appears in the instrument cluster display.
Service event
If a service Is due, a signal will sound and the spanner symbol will appear for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. In vehicles with text messages, Oil change now! or Inspec-tion now! appears In the instrument cluster dis-play.
Accessing a service message
You can access the current service messages whenever the ignition is switched on, the engine is not running and the vehicle is stationary.
• Press the button in the instrument cluster as often as possible until the spanner symbol and 1 in the top right corner of the display appears. The values shown apply to the oil change service.
• Press the lCCJie>J button on the instrument cluster again. The spanner symbol appear and the number 2 will appear on the top right hand corner of the display. The values shown apply to the in-spection.
• OR: select the Settings menu.
• Select the menu option Info in the Service submenu.
If a service Is overdue, this is indicated by a mi-nus sign in front of the mileage or trip reading.
Resetting oil change service
If the oil change service was not performed by a Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles workshop, it can be reset as follows:
Vehicles with text messages:
Switch off the ignition.
Press and hold down the lo.o/SETJ button in the in-strument cluster.
Restart the ignition.
Release the lo.o/sn) button.
Confirm the selection on the instrument cluster by pressing the laKJRESET) button on the wiper lever or the I!) button on the multifunction steering wheel.
Vehicles without text messages:
Switch off the ignition.
Press and hold down the lo.o1sn) button in the in-strument cluster.
Restart the ignition.
Release the lo.o/SETJ button and press the li:Q'e>J but-ton within approximately 20 seconds.
Do not reset the display between service intervals. This can lead to Incorrect information being dis-played.
If you manually reset the service interval display while flexible oil change service is valid, "fixed oil change service" will be activated. The service inter-val will no longer be calculated on an Individual ba-sis =*Booklet Service schedule.
Resetting Inspection
If the inspection was not performed by a Volkswa-gen Commercial Vehicles workshop. it can be reset asfollows:
Instrument cluster
Settings menu
rn First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings & on page 24.
Settings menu Function
Assist systems Settings for the various driver assist systems =:.page 30, Assist systems sub-menu.
Language Setting the language for the display texts and messages in the navigation system.
MFD data Settings for which MFD display items should appear in the instrument cluster dis-play. A '1ick" indicates that a display item is activated.
Convenience Settings for the vehicle's convenience functions 31, Convenience sub-menu.
Lights & Vision Settings for the vehicle lighting =:.page 31, Lights & Vision submenu.
Coasting Switching coasting for 7-speed dual clutch gearbox DSG® on or off=:. page 260.
Setting the hours and minutes for the clock in the instrument cluster and in the nav-Time igation system. The time can be shown in a 12 and 24 hour display. An S may be shown in the upper part of the display to indicate that summer time Is selected.
Winter tyres Setting the visual and acoustic speed warning. Use this function only when winter tyres are fitted which are not designed for the vehicle's top speed.
Units Setting the units for temperature, consumption values and distances.
Tyre pressure Store the tyre pressures of all tyres in the tyre monitoring system again.
Switching the second speed display on or off. A "tick" indicates that a display item Alt. speed dis. is activated. it is not possible to switch off the second speedometer display in those countries where the law stipulates that the display cannot be deactivated.
Service Calling up service messages or resetting service interval displays.
Factory setting The functions in the Settings menu are reset to the factory settings.
Back The display returns to the main menu.
Assist systems submenu
rn First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings & on page 24.
Assist systems submenu
Side Assist
Front Assist
ACC
Driver alert
Function
Switches the lane change assist system on or off and adjusts the base brightness of the warning =:.page 312.
Switches the Front Assist system and related warnings on or off =:.page 307.
Activation or deactivation of the last selected distance. The following functions can be set: -Gearbox programme, -Active distance setting (time interval to the vehicle ahead) when the adaptive cruise control (ACC) is switched on ::.page 298.
Switching the Driver Alert System (recommendation for rest breaks) on and off ::.page 315.
A WARNING
Driving without head restraints or with Incor-rectly adjusted head restraints Increases the risk of severe or fatal injuries In the event of an accident or sudden' driving or braking ma-noeuvre.
• If a seat is occupied, the head restraint for that seat must be fitted and adjusted correct-ly.
• Each vehicle occupant must adjust the head restraint to suit their body size, to help reduce the risk of neck injuries in an acci-dent. As far as possible, the upper edge of
Adjusting the steering wheel position
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Fig. 46 Below the steering wheel: lever for me-chanical adjustment in the steering column trim.
r--f'n First read and observe the introductory L-W.I information and safety warnings & on page 61.
Adjust the steering wheel position before setting off and only when the vehicle is stationary.
• Push down the lever 46 Q).
• Adjust the steering wheel so that you can hold it on the outside of the ring (at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions =:o Fig. 47) with both hands and slightly bent arms.
• Push the lever up firmly until it lines up with the steering column =:o &.
Before the journey
A WARNING (Continued)
the head restraint must be level with the top of the head, but not lower than eye level. Po-sition the back of your head in the middle and as close to the head restraint as possible.
• Never adjust, fit or remove the head re-straint while the vehicle is in motion.
• Head restraints that have been removed should be fitted as soon as possible so that passengers have correct protection.
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When removing or fitting head restraints, make sure that they do not hit the roof, the front seat back rest or other parts of the vehicle. This will prevent damage from occurring.
A WARNING
Incorrect use of the steering column position adjustment and Incorrect adjustment of the steering wheel can cause serious or fatal In-juries.
• After adjusting the steering column, al-ways move lever =:oFig. 46 CD up so that it en-gages securely. This prevents the steering column from moving spontaneously while the vehicle Is In motion.
• Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle Is In motion. If you determine that a readjustment Is necessary, stop the vehicle safely and adjust the steering wheel to the correct position. .,.
A WARNING (Continued)
• The steering wheel must always point to-wards the chest and not towards the face. This ensures that the driver front airbag pro-vides maximum protection in the event of an accident.
• While driving, always keep both hands on the outside of the steering wheel (at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions =>Fig. 47). This reduces the risk of injury if the driver front alrbag Is triggered.
Seat functions, front
a:n Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • • • . . . . . . 69
Memory seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Rotating front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Additional information and warnings:
• Adjusting the seat position =>page 61
• Seat bells =>page 79
• Airbag system =>page 87
• Child seats (accessories) 96
• Heating, ventilating, cooling 322
Seat heating
Fig. 48 In the centre console with Climatic: but-tons for the front seat heating, set here to the sec-ond heating level.
First read and observe the Introductory l-J,:.,U Information and safety warnings & on page 69.
The seat cushions can be heated electrically when the ignition is switched on. In some versions, the backrests may also be heated.
A WARNING (Continued)
• Never hold the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position, or in any other manner, e.g. on the hub of the steering wheel. If the driver front airbag is triggered, you could re-ceive severe Injuries to the arms, hands and head.
A WARNING
Incorrect use of the seat functions can cause serious injuries.
• Always assume a correct sitting position before you drive and maintain this position throughout the trip. This also applies to all passengers.
• The memory seat should only be adjusted when the vehicle Is stationary.
• Keep hands, fingers, feet and other body parts away from the moving parts of the seats.
Fig. 49 In the centre console with Climatronic: buttons for the front seat heating, set here to the third heating level.
Do not switch on the seat heating if one of the fol-lowing conditions applies:
• The seat is not in use.
• The seat is fitted with a protective cover.
• A child seat is installed on the seat.
Sitting correctly and safely 69
Key to Fig. 113:
Q) Cap
® Ball coupling
@ Retaining balls
@ Catch for locking mechanism
® Shank
® Centring device
0 Handwheel
® Keys
® Cover
® Gap (pre-tensioned ball coupling)
® Green marking on the ball coupling
@ Green marking on handwheel
@ Red marking on handwheel
Step 1: preparations
• Before using the ball coupling for the first time, make a note of the number stamped on the key. This can be used if you need to acquire a replace-ment key.
• Remove the cap from the mounting.
• Check to ensure that the mounting, handwheel 0. shank® and retaining balls@ of the ball cou-pling are all clean and not damaged Clean as necessary.
Step 2: setting the ball coupling to the "ready" position
The ball coupling cannot be fitted properly unless the spring mechanism inside the ball joint is in the ready position.
• Take the ball coupling in your left hand.
• Remove the cover® from the lock and insert the key ® into the lock.
• Turn the key clockwise.
• Use your right hand to pull out the handwheel 0 in the direction of arrow 1 and keep it in this po-
• Turn the handwheel 0 in the direction of arrow 2 until it engages. The ball coupling is now in the ready position. The red marking @on the hand-wheel must point towards the green marking ® on the ball coupling. The handwheel is clearly visible in front of the ball coupling. The distance between the two is approximately 4 mm @.
• Check to see whether all retaining balls @can be pressed fully into the ball coupling mount @.
Step 3: attaching the pre-tensioned ball coupling to the vehicle
Do not touch the handwheel once the ball coupling has been pre-tensioned. When engaged, the hand-wheel will spring back to its original position and could cause injury = &.
• Guide the pre-tensioned ball coupling into the mounting pipe from below.
• Push the ball coupling firmly upwards until it en-gages. Both of the centring devices ® must en-gage in the insertion point on the vehicle.
• The handwheel has now returned to its original position. There is no longer a gap between the handwheel and the ball coupling.
• Turn the key ® anticlockwise in the handwheel and remove it.
• If the setting is correct, you will not be able to turn the handwheel or pull it out.
• Put the cover® over the lock and place the key in the vehicle toolkit.
Step 4: safety check
Check to see whether the ball coupling is attached properly:
• The green marking@ on the handwheel must point towards the green marking @ on the ball coupling.
• The handwheel must rest on the ball coupling and there may be no gap between them.
• Shake the ball coupling or pull it down with some force. lt must sit firmly in the mounting = &.
• The lock must be locked and the key removed. The cover must be fitted over the lock in the hand-wheel.
A wARNING
Improper fitting of the ball coupling can cause injuries and accidents.
• Only use the ball coupling when it is fitted properly.
• If the smallest diameter on the ball cou-pling ® is smaller than 49 mm, do not use the towing bracket.
• The ball coupling is heavy. When checking whether it is secure, the ball coupling could fall off and cause injuries.
• Do not touch the handwheel once the ball coupling has been pre-tensioned. When the ball coupling is pressed into the mounting, the handwheel will spring back to its original position. ..,
Transporting items 1143
A WARNING (Continued)
• If the ball coupling will not fit properly, the towing bracket should be checked by a quali-fied workshop.
• Do not use the towing bracket If the ball coupling does not engage properly or if you are unable to set it to the "ready" position.
• Do not use the towing bracket if you are unable to remove the key from the handwheel once the ball coupling has been mounted. This means that ball coupling Is not locked properly.
Removing the ball coupling
r--T'n First read and observe the Introductory L-J.:.IJ information and safety warnings & on page 139.
• Unhitch the trailer => &.
• Remove the cover =>Fig. 113 ®from the lock on the handwheel.
• Insert the key® into the lock and turn it clock-wise.
• Hold the ball coupling tightly in your left hand =>&.
• Use your right hand to pull out the handwheel 0 in the direction of arrow 1 and keep it in this po-sition.
• Turn the handwheel 0 in the direction of arrow 2 until it engages.
Hitching and connecting the trailer
Fig. 114 Pin assignment for the trailer socket.
1441 Before the journey
A WARNING (Continued)
• Always fasten the ball coupling securely In the luggage compartment once it has been removed.
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• The mounting on the vehicle, handwheel, shank and ball coupling retaining balls must all be clean and undamaged. Otherwise you may not be able to lock the ball coupling securely.
• Do not aim a high-pressure hose or steam cleaner directly at the ball coupling mounting. This could wash the grease required for lubri-cation out of the mounting.
• Pivot the trailer socket back fully from left to right to prevent soiling and damage to the mount-ing.
• Insert the cap in the mounting again.
A WARNING
The removable ball coupling Is heavy. The ball coupling could fall while it Is being re-moved. This could cause Injuries.
• Only unlock the ball coupling once the L-tr_a_ile_r_h_a_s __ be_e_n __ u_n_hi_tc_h_e_d_. ____________
r--T'n First read and observe the Introductory L-J.:.IJ information and safety warnings & on page 139.
Key to diagram Fig. 114:
Pin Meaning
1 Left turn signal
2 Rear fog light
3 Earth for pins 1 -8
4 Right turn signal
5 Rear light, right
6 Brake light
7 Rear light, left
Central control panel, California
COl Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . 205
Menu structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Programming the wake up time . . . . . . . • . . . . 207
Programming the countdown timer . . . . . . . . . 207
The central control panel is the "control and infor-mation centre" for the camping equipment. The central control panel can be used to open and con-trol the following displays and functions:
• Opening and closing the electric pop-up roof 221
• Displays showing the ambient temperature, clock and charging status of the additional batter-ies 205
Controls
• Switching the refrigerator box on and off or set-ting the temperature =>page 241
• Status display and control of supplementary heater 251
• Programming countdown timer 207
• Programming the wake up time 207
• Setting the clock
Additional information:
• Cleaning the central control panel 254
• Rectifying faults on the camping equipment 254
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Fig. 168 In the headliner: central control panel with the initial screen
ro First read and observe the Introductory Information given on page 204.
Button, control
204 I
Additional Information 168.
To switch the supplementary heating system on and off and to set the temperature
Display
To switch the refrigerator box on and off and to adjust its temperature
Rotary/push knob to select and confirm menu entries
Before the journey