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Front view 
 
Fig. 2 Front view of the vehicle. 
Key to Fig. 2 
 
Windscreen: 
Vehicle identification number Technical data
Windscreen wipers WipersWiper blades
Rain/light sensor in the area of the interior mirror Rain/light sensorCaring for and cleaning the 
vehicle exterior
Sensor for lighting functions Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior
Bonnet opening lever In the engine compartment
Behind the Volkswagen badge: radar sensor for assist systems Caring for and cleaning the 
vehicle exterior
Sensors for assist systems Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exteriorDriver assist systems
Behind a cover: mounting for towing eye Tow-starting or towing
Lights in the bumper LightsChanging bulbs 
     
        
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e view 
 
Fig. 3 Overview of the right side of the vehicle. 
Key to Fig. 3 
Tail light cluster LightsChanging bulbs
Tank flap Fuel and emission control
Door release lever Doors and central locking button
Roof railing Roof carrier
Exterior mirror Exterior mirrors
Headlights Lights
Lifting points for the jack Changing a wheel
 
 
 
 
 
  
     
        
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Fig. 5 Controls in the driver door (left-hand drive vehicle). The location is mirrored in right-hand drive 
vehicles. 
Key to Fig. 5 
 
Area: 
Switch for exterior mirror adjustment and heating Exterior mirrors
Buttons for operating the electric windows Windows
Door release lever Doors and central locking button
Central locking button for locking and unlocking the vehicle Central locking button
Central locking indicator lamp Indicator lamp in the driver door
Stowage compartment Stowage areas
 
 
 
 
  
     
        
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Front passenger side 
 
Fig. 10 Overview of the front passenger side (left-hand drive vehicles). The location is mirrored in 
right-hand drive vehicles. 
Key to Fig. 10 
Vents Heating and air conditioning system
At the side of the dash panel: key-operated switch for disabling the front passenger front airbag 
Airbag system
Operating lever for the stowage compartment Stowage areas
Controls in the roof 
Symbol Meaning 
Buttons for interior and reading lights  Interior lighting. 
  Switch for glass roof  Glass roof. 
Buttons for the sun blind  Protection from the sun. 
Buttons for emergency call service, information call and breakdown call  In an 
emergency 
Driver information 
Symbols in instrument cluster 
The warning and indicator lamps indicate various warnings, faults or certain functions. Some 
warning and indicator lamps light up when the ignition is switched on and must go out once the 
engine is running or the vehicle is in motion. 
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, symbols may be displayed in the instrument cluster 
instead of warning lamps.  
     
        
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Dynamic Road Sign Display (Sign Assist) 
 
Fig. 14 On the instrument cluster display: examples of recognised speed limits and overtaking 
restrictions with accompanying additional signs. 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Dynamic Road Sign Display uses a camera in the base of the interior mirror to monitor standard road 
signs and informs the driver of any detected speed limits or overtaking restrictions. Within the limits 
of the system, the system also displays additional signs, e.g. temporary restrictions, signs related to 
towing a trailer Trailer towingor restrictions in wet weather conditions. In some cases, the 
system can also display the current speed limits on non-signposted routes. 
Displays 
In addition to speed limits and overtaking restrictions, Dynamic Road Sign Display also detects the 
sign which indicates that all restrictions have been lifted on motorways and main roads in Germany. 
In all other countries, the currently valid speed limit is displayed instead. 
The road signs detected by Dynamic Road Sign Display are displayed on the instrument cluster 
Fig. 14and in some cases also on the Infotainment system, depending on which version is 
installed in the vehicle. In some equipment levels, a display is also shown on the Head-up Display 
Instrument cluster 
No road signs availableThe system is in the initialisation phase. OR: the camera has not detected any 
mandatory or warning signs.Error: Dynamic Road Sign DisplaySystem fault. Go to a qualified 
workshop.Speed warning currently unavailable.Fault in the Dynamic Road Sign Display system speed 
warning. Go to a qualified workshop.Dynamic Road Sign Display: clean the windscreen!The area 
around the camera on the windscreen is dirty. Clean the windscreen Vehicle care
Sign Display currently restricted.No data transmission from the Infotainment system. Check whether 
valid map data is loaded in the Infotainment system. OR: the vehicle is located in an area that is not 
covered by the map stored in the Infotainment system.No data availableDynamic Road Sign Display 
is not supported in the country in which you are currently travelling. 
Switching on and off 
Continuous display of road signs in the instrument cluster can be activated and deactivated in the 
vehicle settings in the Infotainment system.  
     
        
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Checklist 
Observe the following information both before and during every journey to ensure your own safety, 
and the safety of all passengers and other road users  
 
Check that all lights and turn signals are working properly. 
 
Check the tyre pressure and fuel level Tyre pressure, Fuel gauge. 
 
Check the washer fluid level Washer fluid. 
 
Make sure that you have a good, clear view through all of the windows Caring for and cleaning the 
vehicle exterior. 
 
Secure any objects and luggage in the stowage compartments, the luggage compartment or on the 
roof Transporting items. 
 
Ensure that you are able to operate the pedals freely at all times. 
 
Secure any children travelling in the vehicle in a restraint system suitable for their weight and size 
Safe transport of children. 
 
Adjust the front seats, head restraints and mirrors properly to match the size of the occupants 
Sitting position, Mirrors. 
 
Wear shoes that provide proper support for your feet when using the pedals. 
 
The floor mat in the footwell on the driver side must leave the pedal area free and must be securely 
fastened. 
  
     
        
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WARNING 
Cigarette lighters left in the vehicle can become damaged or may ignite unnoticed. This can cause 
serious burns and vehicle damage. 
Before adjusting the seats, always make sure that there is no lighter on or near the moveable parts 
of the seat. 
Before closing stowage areas or compartments, always make sure that there is no lighter in the way. 
Never stow lighters in stowage areas, compartments or on other surfaces in the vehicle. Cigarette 
lighters may self-ignite as a result of high surface temperatures, particularly in summer. 
 
NOTICE 
Sharp edges can damage the seats. 
Do not touch the seats with sharp-edged objects. Sharp-edged objects such as zips, rivets on clothing 
or belts can damage surfaces. Open Velcro fasteners can also cause damage. 
Mechanically adjusting the front seat 
 
Fig. 69 On the left front seat: controls. 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
The following section contains a description of all possible controls. The number of controls may 
vary depending on the version of the seat. 
The control elements are mirrored for the front right-hand seat. 
Adjusting the seat position 
Key to Fig.  
     
        
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The wipers do not wipe. 
The indicator lamp lights up yellow. 
Switch the ignition off and on. 
If the problem persists, go to a qualified workshop. 
Changes in the activation behaviour of the rain/light sensor 
Possible causes for faults and misinterpretations relating to the sensitive surface of the rain/light 
sensor 
Damaged wiper blades: a film of water or smears caused by damaged wiper blades can increase the 
time the wipers are switched on, can shorten the length of the intervals between wipes or cause the 
wipers to run quickly and continuously. 
Insects: insects hitting the windscreen can cause the wipers to be activated. 
Salt deposits: in winter, salt deposits can cause the wipers to continue to wipe the windscreen when 
it is almost dry. 
Dirt: dry dust, wax, windscreen coatings (lotus effect), or detergent deposits (from an automatic car 
wash) can cause the rain/light sensor to become less sensitive and react too slowly, or prevent it 
from reacting at all. Clean the sensitive surface of the rain/light sensor Caring for and cleaning the 
vehicle exteriorat regular intervals and inspect the wiper blades for damage. 
Crack in the windscreen: a wipe cycle will be triggered if the rain/light sensor is on when the 
windscreen is impacted by a stone. The rain/light sensor will then register the impairment of the 
sensitive surfaces and adjust accordingly. Depending on the size of the stone impact, the activation 
behaviour of the rain/light sensor may be changed. 
We recommend that you use an alcohol-based glass cleaner to remove wax and polish. 
 
The wipers will try to wipe away any obstacles that are on the window. The wiper will stop moving if 
the obstacle continues to block its path. Remove the obstacle and switch the wiper back on again. 
Mirrors 
 Introduction 
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects: 
Interior mirror
Exterior mirrors
You can use the exterior mirrors and the interior mirror to observe traffic behind you and adjust 
your driving style accordingly.