2019 VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC parking brake

Fig. 132 On the instrument cluster display: driving out of a parallel parking space.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Key to Fig. 132
Parked vehicle.
Own vehicle with reverse gear engaged.
Progress bar. Symbolically shows the relative distance still to be driven.
Direction indicator for next manoeuvre for driving out of the parking space.
Park Assist can drive out of parallel parking spaces if the prerequisites for this are met
Prerequisites
Press the button.
Use the turn signal lever to select the direction (left or right) in which you would like to drive out of
the parking space.
Select reverse gear.
Release the steering wheel when the following message is shown: Steer. intervention active.
Monitor vehicle area.
Accelerate carefully.
Brake when an acoustic signal sounds, the display lights up or until the prompt to drive forward
appears on the instrument cluster display.
Depress the brake pedal until Park Assist has finished steering or until the display in the
instrument cluster display will go out.
Repeat reversing and driving forwards until a corresponding message is displayed on the instrument
cluster. A signal tone may also sound.
Take over steering with the steering angle set by Park Assist.
Drive the vehicle out of the parking space when permitted by the traffic situation.

In some countries, Park Assist can assist the driver with an automatic braking intervention in certain
situations
Depending on the vehicle equipment and certain conditions, e.g. weather, load or inclination of the
vehicle, Park Assist can automatically brake the vehicle before an obstacle. Following this
intervention, the driver must depress the brake pedal.
The parking manoeuvre is ended if an automatic braking intervention occurs.
Rear Traffic Alert

Fig. 133 Illustration of Rear Traffic Alert: monitored area around the vehicle leaving the parking
space.

Fig. 134 Display in the Infotainment system: Rear Traffic Alert.
Rear Traffic Alert is part of the Blind Spot Monitor Driving with the Blind Spot Monitor
Switching on and off
By means of the Assist systems menu in the instrument cluster Vehicle setti
OR: with some equipment levels, by means of the button for the driver assist systems Button for
driver assist systems
OR: with some equipment levels, in the Driver assistance menu in the Infotainment system
Infotainment system controls and
Function

oving the ball head
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Electronic parking brake

ailer and disconnect the electrical connection between the vehicle and the trailer.
If fitted, remove adapters from the trailer socket.
Fig. 155

e key clockwise until the part of the key with the hole is at the top.


he ball head is pre-tensioned.

tensioned ball head safely with the vehicle toolkit.

damage to the mounting.


WARNING
The removable ball head is heavy. The ball head could fall while it is being removed. This could cause
injuries.

Notes on towing a trailer

prior to downhill gradients (manual gearbox or Tiptronic mode of the
automatic gearbox) to additionally make use of engine braking. The brake system could otherwise
overheat and fail.
will change because of the
trailer load and the increased combined towing weight of the vehicle and trailer.
When driving with this combination, drive particularly carefully and slowly.
Pulling off on slopes when towing a trailer
Depending on the steepness of the uphill gradient and the total weight of the trailer and vehicle, a
vehicle towing a trailer could roll back a short distance when moving off on a hill.
When towing a trailer, pull off on slopes as follows:

once to switch off the electronic parking brake Electronic parking brake
ly.
Manual gearbox: selecting a gearor selector lever position D/SDSG

t read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Checklist
Always carry out the following actions for changing a bulb in the given order

Park the vehicle on a firm and level surface at a safe distance from the flow of traffic.

Switch on the electronic parking brake Electronic parking brake.

Turn the light switch to position 0 Switching lights on and off.

Move the turn signal and main beam lever to neutral position Switching turn signals on and off.

Automatic gearbox: move the selector lever to position P DSG

expansion tank when the engine is hot. Coolant may spray out and cause serious burns and other
injuries.
-clockwise while exerting
gentle downward pressure on the cap.
face, hands and arms from hot coolant or steam with a large, thick cloth.
spilt service fluids can start a fire.

WARNING
High voltages in the electrical system can cause electric shocks, burns, serious injuries and death!
-volt battery could explode.
started, never touch the electrical cables in the ignition system.

WARNING
There are rotating components in the engine compartment that can cause serious injury.

rotor blades can result in serious injuries. The fan is temperature-controlled and can start
automatically, even when the ignition has been switched off or the vehicle key has been removed
from the ignition lock.
e engine is started or with the engine running, there is an
additional, potentially fatal safety risk from the rotating parts, such as the poly V-belt, alternator,
radiator fan, and from the high-voltage ignition system. Always be particularly careful.
Always ensure that no body parts, jewellery, ties, loose items of clothing or long hair can be
caught up in rotating engine components. Before starting work, remove any jewellery and ties, tie
up long hair and pull clothes in tightly to avoid them getting caught on engine parts.
could move, even if the electronic parking brake is applied.
s and tools, in the engine
compartment. Any forgotten items can cause malfunctions, engine damage and fires.

WARNING

Depress and hold the brake pedal until you have switched off the ignition.

Switch on the electronic parking brake Electronic parking brake.

Move the gear lever to neutral position Manual gearbox: selecting a gear or move the selector lever
to position P DSG

observe the following steps in order to reduce the risk of serious injuries:
as soon as possible and when safe to do so. Park the vehicle at a safe distance
from moving traffic in order to carry out the wheel change.
work during the wheel change.

board or similar support for the vehicle jack.
urself when you feel confident with carrying out the procedure. If not,
seek expert assistance.

ver
to the position P or select a gear on a manual gearbox in order to reduce the risk of unintended
vehicle movement.
immediately after changing a wheel.
n the case of vehicles with a Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, the system must be re-synchronised
immediately after a wheel changeTyre Pressure Loss Indicator
Preparations for changing a wheel
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Checklist
The following actions must always be carried out in the given order in preparation for changing the
wheel

If your vehicle has a flat tyre, park the vehicle on a firm and level surface at a safe distance from
moving traffic.

Switch on the electronic parking brake Parking and manoeuvring.

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