2019 VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC door lock

Go to a qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this
purpose.
Turn signals do not flash
If the turn signals do not flash as confirmation when the vehicle is locked:
At least one of the doors or the boot lid is not closed.
OR: convenience closing is in progress and not all windows and the glass roof have been closed.
Vehicle locks itself automatically
The vehicle will lock itself again automatically after approx. 45 seconds if one of the following
conditions applies:
The vehicle has been unlocked but not opened.
The ignition has not been switched on.
The boot lid has not been opened.
The vehicle has been unlocked using the lock cylinder.
The vehicle has been locked using the central locking button in the vehicle interior.
Response when locking the vehicle with a second vehicle key
Keyless Access: the vehicle key located inside the vehicle will be blocked from starting the engine if
the vehicle has been locked from the outside using a second vehicle key. Press the button on the
vehicle key in the vehicle interior to enable it to start the engine Starting and stopping the
engine
Locking the vehicle after airbags have been triggered
The entire vehicle is unlocked if the airbags are activated in an accident. Depending on the extent of
the damage, the vehicle can be locked as follows after an accident:
Switch the ignition off and then back on again.
Automatic deactivation of the sensors
The vehicle is not unlocked or locked for an extended period.
A sensor has been triggered an excessive number of times.
Reactivating the sensors:
Unlock the vehicle with the button in the vehicle key.

NOTICE

steam if a valid vehicle key is simultaneously within the operating range. If at least one window is
open and sensor surfaces on the door handles are continuously activated, all windows will close. All
windows could open if the jet of water or steam is moved away from the door handle sensors briefly
and then moved back again

It may not be possible to lock or unlock the vehicle using the Keyless Access if the 12-volt vehicle
battery or button cell in the vehicle key is weak or discharged. The vehicle can be locked or unlocked
manually

If there is no valid vehicle key in the vehicle or if it is not detected, a corresponding message will be
shown on the instrument cluster display. This may occur if the vehicle key is exposed to interference
from another radio signal or is covered by another item, e.g. an aluminium case Starting and
stopping the engine
Anti-theft alarm
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, the vehicle may have an anti-theft alarm.
The anti-theft alarm is activated automatically when the vehicle is locked using the vehicle key.
The anti-theft alarm outputs acoustic and visual warning signals for up to five minutes.
When does the system trigger an alarm?
If a door is opened.
If the bonnet is opened.
If the boot lid is opened.
If the ignition is switched on with a valid vehicle key. (The alarm may sound briefly.)
If the 12-volt vehicle battery is disconnected.
If there is movement inside the vehicle (in vehicles with interior monitoring) Interior monitoring
system and anti-tow alarm
If the vehicle is lifted or towed (vehicles with anti-tow alarm) Interior monitoring system and anti-
tow alarm
If the vehicle is transported on a car ferry or by rail (vehicles with anti-tow alarm or interior
monitoring) Interior monitoring system and anti-tow alarm
If a trailer that is connected to the anti-theft alarm system is removed Trailer towing
Switching off the alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the unlocking button on the vehicle key.

switch on the ignition using a valid vehicle key. A short alarm lasting around one second may
sound.
On vehicles with Keyless Access: grip the door handle Unlocking or locking the vehicle with

The anti-theft alarm will not function correctly if the 12-volt vehicle battery is weak or discharged.
Interior monitoring system and anti-tow alarm

Fig. 60 In the roof console: sensors for the interior monitoring system (arrows).
If movements are detected in the vehicle interior when the vehicle is locked, the interior monitoring
system will trigger an alarm Fig.
The anti-tow alarm will be triggered if the vehicle is lifted.
Switching on the interior monitoring system and anti-tow alarm
Close the stowage compartments in the roof console so that the sensors can function.
Close the windows, glass roof, doors and boot lid
Press the locking button once.
The interior monitoring system and anti-tow alarm are activated.
Temporarily switching off the interior monitoring system and anti-tow alarm
The interior monitoring and the anti-tow alarm can be switched off temporarily in the Vehicle
settings menu in the Infotainment system Infotainment system controls and displays
To avoid false alarms, deactivate interior monitoring and the anti-tow alarm in the following
situations:
If any people or animals are to remain inside the vehicle.
If the vehicle is to be loaded onto another vehicle, transported or towed away.
If the vehicle is to be parked in a car wash or a two-storey garage.
If one or more windows or the glass roof are fully or partly open.

rror are left in
the vehicle.
If there is a mobile phone in the vehicle with the vibration alarm switched on.

Permanent deactivation of interior monitoring and the anti-tow alarm is not possible.

If doors or the boot lid are still open when the anti-theft alarm is activated, only the anti-theft alarm
will be activated. Interior monitoring and the anti-tow alarm are not activated until all doors and the
boot lid are closed.

SAFELOCK is also deactivated when the interior monitoring and anti-tow alarm are switched off
SAFELOCK
Boot lid
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
Opening and closing the boot lid
Opening and closing the boot lid electrically
Unlocking the boot lid manually
Troubleshooting
The boot lid is locked and unlocked at the same time as the doors.

WARNING
Incorrect and unsupervised unlocking, opening or closing of the boot lid can cause accidents and
serious injuries.
The boot lid should be opened or closed only when you are sure that nobody is in its path.
Always check that the boot lid is closed properly once it has been closed. The closed boot lid must be
flush with the surrounding body panels.
Always keep the boot lid closed while the vehicle is in motion.
Never open the boot lid when loads, e.g. bicycles, are attached to it. The boot lid may close under its
own weight due to the additional load. Support the boot lid as necessary or remove the load from
the boot lid beforehand.

Fig. 61 In the driver door: release button for the boot lid.

Fig. 62 Open boot lid: handle recesses for closing the boot lid.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Opening the boot lid
To unlock the boot lid, press the or button on the vehicle key.
Press on the top of the Volkswagen badge and lift up the boot lid.
Closing the boot lid
Pull the boot lid downwards by one of the handle recesses in the interior trim Fig. 62with
sufficient momentum so that it engages in the lock
When the doors are locked, the boot lid is locked as well.
The instrument cluster display Displaysindicates if the boot lid is open or not closed properly.
The boot lid is automatically locked while the vehicle is in motion.

WARNING
Serious injuries could occur if the boot lid is closed incorrectly or without due care and attention.
When closing the boot lid, make sure that there are no hands in the direct path of the boot lid as it
moves.

Opening and closing the boot lid electrically

Fig. 63 In the open boot lid: button for electric closing of the boot lid.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the boot lid can be opened and closed electrically.
Opening the boot lid electrically
Briefly press and hold the button on the vehicle key to unlock the boot lid.
OR: pull the button in the driver door upwards Fig. 61
OR: press the top part of the Volkswagen badge.
The boot lid will then open.
Closing the boot lid electrically
Press the button in the open boot lid Fig. 63
OR: with the ignition switched on, pull the button in the driver door upwards until the boot lid
is closed.
OR:on vehicles with the Keyless Access locking and starting system: briefly press and hold the
button on the vehicle key. The vehicle key must be within the operating range.
OR: press the top part of the Volkswagen badge.
OR: move the boot lid manually in closing direction until the boot lid closes by itself.
The boot lid is closed.
Interrupting the opening or closing procedure
Press one of the buttons during the opening or closing procedure.
OR: press the top part of the Volkswagen badge during the opening or closing process.
The boot lid can now be moved by hand. You will need to use increased force for this.

The buttons are located in the doors Vehicle overviews
Opening the windows: press the button. Closing the windows: pull the button.Press to disable
the electric window buttons in the rear doors.
The windows can still be opened or closed using the buttons for a short time after the ignition has
been switched off, provided the driver door and the front passenger door are not opened.
One-touch opening and closing
The one-touch opening and closing function can be used to fully open and close the windows. The
individual buttons do not have to be held to do this.
One-touch closing: pull the button for the appropriate window up briefly into the second position.
One-touch opening: press the button for the appropriate window down briefly into the second
position.
Stopping the one-touch function: press or pull the button for the appropriate window again.
Convenience opening and closing
The windows can be opened and closed from outside the vehicle using the vehicle key when the
ignition is switched off:
Press and hold the locking or unlocking button on the vehicle key.
In vehicles with keyless locking and starting system Keyless Access: place your finger on the locking
sensor in the door handle for a few seconds until the windows are closed Unlocking or locking the
vehicle with Keyless Access operating range.
To interrupt this function, release the locking or unlocking button OR remove your finger from the
sensor.
A valid vehicle key must be located within the operating range. All turn signals will flash once as
confirmation that all the windows and the glass roof have been closed.
Set the convenience opening settings in the Vehicle settings menu in the Infotainment system
Infotainment system controls and displays

WARNING
Careless or unsupervised use of the electric windows can cause serious injuries.
The electric windows should only be opened or closed when you are sure that nobody is in their
operating area.
Never leave children or people requiring assistance alone in the vehicle when the vehicle is locked.
The windows can no longer be opened in an emergency.

66 In the roof: button for the glass roof.
The term glass roof is used as a standard term for the panorama sliding/tilting roof.
The glass roof is a roof opening system featuring two glass elements. The rear glass element is fixed
and cannot be opened.
The button has two positions. First stage: fully or partially tilt, open or close the roof. Second
stage: automatically move the roof to the respective limit position. Press the button again to stop
the one-touch function.
Tilting the glass roof: push the button Fig. 66to the first position. One-touch function: push
button to the second position.
Closing the tilted glass roof: push the button to the first position. One-touch function: push
button to the second position.
Opening the glass roof: push the button to the first position. One-touch function up to
convenience position: push button to the second position.
Closing the glass roof: push the button to the first position. One-touch function: push button
to the second position.
Stopping one-stop function of the opening or closing procedure: push button or again.

WARNING
Careless or unsupervised use of the glass roof can cause serious injuries.
Open and close the glass roof only when you are sure that nobody is obstructing the path of the
roof.
Always take all vehicle keys with you every time you leave the vehicle.
Never leave children or people requiring assistance alone in the car, particularly if they have access
to the vehicle key. Unsupervised use of the vehicle key can lock the vehicle, start the engine, switch
on the ignition and operate the glass roof.
The glass roof can still be opened or closed for a short time after the ignition has been switched off,
provided that the driver door or front passenger door are not opened.

NOTICE
To avoid damage during cold weather, clear any ice and snow off the vehicle roof before opening or
tilting the glass roof.
Always close the glass roof when you leave the vehicle or if it starts to rain. Any rain entering the
vehicle when the glass roof is open or tilted could cause significant damage to the electrical system.
This can result in further damage to the vehicle.