2019 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN Emergency brake

Stowage compartment in the centre armrest ⇒ Stowage areas
Control for 4MOTION Active Control ⇒ Selecting a driving profile (4MOTION Action 
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Button for Auto Hold function ⇒ Auto Hold function
Electronic parking brake ⇒ Electronic parking brake
Starter button (keyless locking and starting system Keyless Accessyf ⇒ Starting and 
stopping the engine
Front passenger side
Fig. 12 Overview of the front passenger side (left-hand drive vehiclesyf7KHFRQWUROVDUHPLUURUHGLQ
right-hand drive vehicles.
Fig. 13 Dash panel near open front passenger door (left-hand drive vehiclesyf7KHFRQWUROVDUH
mirrored in right-hand drive vehicles.
Key for ⇒ Fig. 12 and ⇒ Fig. 13:
Control lever for the stowage compartment ⇒ Stowage areas
Location of front passenger front airbag in the dash panel ⇒ Airbag system
Vents ⇒ Heating and air conditioning system
Key switch for switching off the front passenger front airbag ⇒ Airbag system
Controls in the roof
SymbolMeaning
Buttons for interior and reading lights ⇒ Lights.
Button for glass roof ⇒ Glass roof.
Emergency call service, information call and breakdown
call ⇒ In an emergency.
Buttons for the sun blind ⇒ Protection from the sun
Driver information
Warning and indicator lamp overview
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 should go out once the
engine is running or the vehicle is in motion.

SymbolMeaning
Fault in airbag and belt tensioner system ⇒ Airbag system.
Front passenger front airbag switched off (PASSENGER AIR BAG
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Front passenger front airbag switched on (PASSENGER AIR BAG
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The tank cap is not closed properly.
Lane keeping system (Lane AssistyfVZLWFKHGRQEXWQRWDFWLYH ⇒ Lane 
keeping system (Lane Assistyf.
ACC currently not available ⇒ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACCyf.
Fault in DSG dual clutch gearbox: gearbox fault ⇒ DSG dual clutch 
gearbox.
Manual gearbox: high clutch temperature or clutch fault ⇒ Manual 
gearbox: selecting a gear.
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Area monitoring system (Front AssistyfLVGHDFWLYDWHG ⇒ Area 
monitoring system (Front Assistyf.
OR: Pedestrian Monitoring deactivated ⇒ Pedestrian Monitoring.
Fault in the adaptive chassis control (DCCyf ⇒ Driving profile selection 
and 4MOTION Active Control.
Turn signal, left or right ⇒ Lights.
Hazard warning lights switched on ⇒ In an emergency.
Depress the brake pedal. ⇒ Starting and stopping the engine,
⇒ DSG dual clutch gearbox, ⇒ Electronic parking brake.
The vehicle is being held by the Auto Hold function ⇒ Electronic 
parking brake.
Cruise control system (CCSyf ⇒ Cruise control system (CCSyfOR
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACCyf ⇒ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACCyf.
Lane keeping system (Lane AssistyfLVVZLWFKHGRQDQGDFWLYH ⇒ Lane 
keeping system (Lane Assistyf.
The main beam is switched on or the headlight flasher is being
operated ⇒ Lights.
Manual gearbox: clutch is not transmitting the full engine torque
⇒ Manual gearbox: selecting a gear.
ACC is active. No vehicle has been detected ahead ⇒ Adaptive 
Cruise Control (ACCyf.
When displayed in white: ACC is active. Vehicle detected ahead
⇒ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACCyf.
When displayed in grey: ACC not active. System is switched on, but
not regulating ⇒ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACCyf.
Main beam control (Light AssistyfRUG\QDPLFPDLQEHDPFRQWURO
(Dynamic Light AssistyfLVDFWLYH ⇒ Lights.
Service alert / service due ⇒ Service interval display.
Mobile telephone battery charge level. Activated only with factory-
fitted mobile phone interface ⇒BookletInfotainment system,.
The outside temperature is below +4°C (+39°Fyf ⇒ Instrument cluster.
The start/stop system is available, automatic engine stop is active
⇒ Start/stop system .
The start/stop system is not available.
OR: the start/stop system has switched on the engine automatically
⇒ Start/stop system .
Economical mode ⇒ Displays.
Note about information in the vehicle wallet.
Additional displays: trailer towing
SymbolMeaning
The ball head on the towing bracket is not locked ⇒ Trailer towing.
Trailer turn signal ⇒ Lights.
Additional displays: off-road mode
SymbolMeaning
When displayed in white: Hill Descent Control is active ⇒ Hill Descent 
Control.
When displayed in grey: Hill Descent Control not active. System
switched on, but not regulating ⇒ Hill Descent Control.
m/k/s562MKWhen displayed in white: Off-Road driving profile active ⇒ Driving 
profile selection and 4MOTION Active Control.
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The airbag modules and belt tensioners may contain perchlorate. Please comply with
legislation regarding disposal.
Proactive occupant protection system
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The proactive occupant protection system is an assistance system that initiates action to protect
vehicle occupants in dangerous situations. However, the system cannot prevent a collision.
The full range of functions of the proactive occupant protection system will be available only if the
function has been activated in the Infotainment system, no special driving profile has been selected
and there are no malfunctions ⇒ Driving profile selection and 4MOTION Active Control, ⇒ Function 
limitations.
Basic functions
Depending on country-specific legal requirements and also on the vehicle equipment, the following
functions may be initiated, either individually or jointly, in critical situations (e.g. emergency braking
or in the case of oversteering or understeeringyfDVRIDVSHHGRIDSSUR[LPDWHO\NPKPSK\f:
•Temporary tensioning of the fastened front seat belts.
•Automatic closing of the glass roof and side windows down to a gap, depending on the vehicle
equipment.
The belts may be tensioned individually or together depending on the respective critical driving
situations.
Additional information for vehicles with an area monitoring system (Front
Assistyf
In vehicles fitted with the area monitoring system (Front Assistyf ⇒ Area monitoring system (Front 
Assistyf, the probability of a collision with the vehicle ahead is also calculated within the system
limits. The system can trigger the proactive occupant protection system if it detects a probable
collision or initiates strong braking.
Settings in the Infotainment system
The full range of functions of the proactive occupant protection system can be activated and
deactivated in the Infotainment system ⇒ Operation and display in the Infotainment system.
The proactive occupant protection system will be reactivated every time the ignition is switched on.
It may not be possible to operate the setting function if the proactive occupant protection system
has already been adapted to the specific vehicle setup.
Setting in driving profile selection
In vehicles with driving profile selection, the proactive occupant protection system is adapted to the
special vehicle setup of the respective driving profile ⇒ Driving profile selection and 4MOTION 
Active Control.
Function limitations
The proactive occupant protection system will not be available, or will only be available to a limited
extent, in the following situations:
•If there is a fault in the ESC, belt tensioner or in the airbag control unit ⇒ Seat belts or ⇒ Airbag 
system.
•When the TCS or ESC are switched off, and when the vehicle is reversing ⇒ Brake support 
systems.
•The temporary tensioning for the front passenger seat is switched off if the front passenger front
airbag is deactivated.
•If there is a system fault in the area monitoring system (Front Assistyf ⇒ Area monitoring system 
(Front Assistyf.
The risk of severe or fatal injuries may be increased if the seat belts, automatic belt
retractors and belt tensioners are not used correctly, or if they are repaired by a non-
professional. As a result, the belt tensioners may not be triggered when they should, or
they may be triggered unexpectedly.
•Any repairs, adjustments or removal and refitting of parts in the belt tensioners or seat
belts should always be carried out by a qualified workshop and never by yourself
⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts.
•Belt tensioners and automatic belt retractors cannot be repaired. They must be
replaced.
WARNING

Stop the vehicle at a safe distance away from moving traffic and on a suitable surface .
Switch on the hazard warning lights using the button Centre console.
Switch on the electronic parking brake Electronic parking brake.
Move the gear lever to neutral position or move the selector lever to P, Manual gearbox:
selecting a gear and DSG® dual clutch gearbox.
Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition Starting and stopping the engine.
Ensure that all occupants exit the vehicle and go straight to a safe place away from
moving traffic, e.g. behind the safety barrier. Heed the country-specific regulations
concerning high-visibility waistcoats.
Take all vehicle keys with you when you leave the vehicle.
Place the warning triangle in position to draw the attention of other road users to your
vehicle.
Allow the engine to cool down and seek expert assistance.
Making you and your vehicle safe
Observe any legislation concerning the safety of a broken-down vehicle. For example, many
countries stipulate that you have to switch on the hazard warning lights and wear a high-visibility
vest ⇒ Equipment for an emergency.
Checklist
To ensure your own safety and that of your passengers, observe the following actions in the
specified order ⇒:
When the hazard warning lights are switched on, for example if you are being towed, you can still
indicate a change in direction or lane change by operating the turn signal. The warning lights will be
interrupted temporarily.
Examples of when to switch on the hazard warning lights:
•When traffic ahead suddenly starts moving more slowly or you reach the tail end of a traffic jam,
to will warn vehicles behind you.
•When there is an emergency.
•When the vehicle breaks down.
•When tow-starting or towing.
Always follow local regulations for the use of the hazard warning lights.
If the hazard warning lights are not working, you must use an alternative method of drawing
attention to the broken-down vehicle. This method must comply with traffic legislation.
Any broken-down vehicle poses a high accident risk for the vehicle occupants and for
other road users.
•Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.
•Park the vehicle at a safe distance from moving traffic.
•Switch on the hazard warning lights.
•Never leave other persons alone in the vehicle, particularly children or people requiring
assistance. This applies in particular when the doors are locked. People locked in the
vehicle may be subjected to very high or very low temperatures.
WARNING
Ignoring any of the items on this important safety checklist can lead to accidents and
severe injuries.
•Always follow the instructions in the checklist and observe the general safety
procedures.
WARNING
The components of the exhaust system become very hot. This can cause fires and serious
injuries.
•Park the vehicle so that no part of the exhaust system can come into contact with any
inflammable material underneath the vehicle, e.g. dry grass, fuel.
WARNING
When pushing the vehicle by hand, do not press on the rear lights, the rear spoiler or large
panels. This could damage the vehicle and loosen the spoiler.
NOTICE

The 12-volt vehicle battery will discharge if the hazard warning lights are left on over a long
period of time – even when the ignition is switched off.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the brake lights flash rapidly if you brake sharply or
initiate full braking at a speed of more than 80 km/h (50 mphyf7KLVLVDSDUWLFXODUO\HIIHFWLYHZD\RI
attracting the attention of vehicles behind you. If you then continue to brake, the hazard warning
lights will be switched on automatically at speeds under approximately 10 km/h (6 mphyf2QFHWKH
vehicle starts to accelerate, the hazard warning lights will switch off again.
Equipment for an emergency
Fig. 58 In the boot lid: holder for the warning triangle.
First aid kit
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the first aid kit may be located in a stowage compartment or a
holder in the luggage compartment, under the luggage compartment floor or in the vehicle interior.
Depending on the equipment in the vehicle, the first aid kit may be located in various locations in
the luggage compartment:
•In a bag on the left or right in the stowage areas of the luggage compartment ⇒ Stowage 
areas.
•In a foam rubber holder under the luggage compartment floor ⇒ Transporting.
The first aid kit must comply with legal requirements. Please observe the use-by date of the
contents.
After use, replace the content if necessary and stow the first aid kit safely again.
Warning triangle
Depending on the equipment, the warning triangle may be located in the boot lid. When the boot lid
is open, turn the lock for the bracket ⇒ Fig. 58 by 90° anticlockwise in the direction of the arrow,
open the bracket and remove the warning triangle.
The warning triangle must comply with legal requirements.
Return the warning triangle to its holder after use and lock it into place.
High-visibility waistcoat
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the high-visibility waistcoat may be located in a stowage
compartment in the front door trim or in the stowage compartment on the front passenger side
⇒ Driver door, ⇒ Front passenger side.
The high-visibility waistcoat triangle must comply with legal requirements.
Fire extinguisher
Depending on the vehicle equipment, a fire extinguisher may be located in a holder in the footwell
under the front passenger seat.
The fire extinguisher must comply with legal regulations, must always be ready for use and must be
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Inform yourself about other ways of protecting the environment. Think Blue. is the global
Volkswagen brand for sustainability and environmental friendliness.
Your Volkswagen dealership will gladly provide you with further information on correct
maintenance and replacement parts that are particularly energy-efficient, e.g. new tyres.
On vehicles with active cylinder management (ACTyfLQGLYLGXDOHQJLQHF\OLQGHUVFDQEH
deactivated in driving situations with a low power requirement. When a cylinder is deactivated, no
fuel is injected into that cylinder, which leads to an overall reduction in fuel consumption.
Think Blue. Trainer.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The Think Blue. Trainer analyses and
visualises your driving style and helps
you to drive more economically.
Fig. 117 In the Infotainment system: Think Blue. Trainer.
Key to ⇒ Fig. 117:
Blue Score:The higher the displayed value on a scale from 0 to 100, the more efficient
your driving style. A blue border symbolises an efficient and constant driving style. A grey
border indicates an inefficient driving style.Touch the display to open the statistics of the last
30 driving minutes Since start.
Acceleration and braking:At a constant speed, two arcs appear in the central area. The
arcs move up and down during acceleration and braking.
History display:The efficiency of the driving style is indicated by the blue bars. The white
bar stores a blue bar approximately every 5 seconds.The larger the bar, the more efficient the
driving style has been.
Driving tips: Think ahead when driving. Gear-change indicator. Adapt your
speed. Economic driving style.
Fuel consumption:The display shows the average fuel consumption Since start
in l/100 km. A blue border symbolises an efficient and constant driving style. A grey border
indicates an inefficient driving style.Touch the display to open the statistics of the last 30 driving
minutes Since start.
Tips for saving energy:Press the Think Blue. function button to access additional
tips.
Selecting Think Blue. Trainer.
•Depending on the equipment level, press the button or function button in the
Infotainment system.
•Touch the Vehicle, Selection, Think Blue. Trainer. button.
Information on the brakes
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
New brake pads cannot generate the full braking effect during the first 200 to 300 km (124 to 186
milesyfDQGPXVWILUVWEHUXQLQ ⇒. However, you can compensate for the slightly reduced braking
force by applying more pressure to the brake pedal. During the run-in period, the braking
distance is longer when the brakes are depressed fully or during emergency braking than
with that have been fully run in. In the run-in period, the brakes should not be depressed fully and
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Accidents and injuries can occur if the driver is distracted. Operating the Infotainment
system can distract you from the road.
•Always drive carefully and responsibly.
WARNING

Fig. 118 To the right of the steering wheel: positions of the vehicle key in the ignition lock.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
When there is no vehicle key in the ignition lock, the steering column lock can be activated.
Vehicle key positions ⇒ Fig. 118
Ignition switched off. The vehicle key can be removed.
Ignition switched on. The steering lock can be released. The diesel engine is pre-heated
and the yellow indicator lamp lights up yellow.
Depress the brake pedal when the indicator lamp lights up green. Start the engine.
Release the vehicle key as soon as the engine starts. Once released, the vehicle key moves
back to position ⇒ Fig. 118①.
m/k/a995MKDepending on the market, in vehicles with a DSG dual clutch gearbox: If
you cannot remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock when the vehicle is stationary, move the
selector lever to position P. If necessary, press the lock button in the selector lever and then
release it.
Starter button
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The starter button replaces the ignition
lock (Press & Driveyf.
Fig. 119 In the lower section of the centre console: starter button for starting the engine.
The starter button is used to start the vehicle (Press & Driveyf.
The vehicle can be activated only if there is a valid vehicle key in the vehicle.
When leaving the vehicle, the electronic steering column lock will be activated when the ignition is
switched off and the driver door is opened ⇒ Steering.
Switching the ignition on and off
Press the starter button once without depressing the brake or clutch pedals ⇒.
Careless or unsupervised use of the vehicle key can lead to accidents or injuries.
•Always take all vehicle keys with you every time you leave the vehicle. The engine can
be started and electrical equipment such as the window controls can be operated. This
can cause serious injury.
•Never leave children or people requiring assistance alone in the vehicle when the
vehicle is locked. They could become trapped in the vehicle in an emergency and may
not be able to get themselves to safety. For example, locked vehicles may be subjected
to very high or very low temperatures depending on the season. This can cause
serious injuries and illness or fatalities, especially among small children.
•Never remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock when the vehicle is in motion. The
steering column lock may be activated and you will no longer be able to steer the
vehicle.
•The key bit in the vehicle key needs to be folded out fully and locked in position.
•Only attach light objects weighing under 100 g to the vehicle key.
WARNING
The 12-volt vehicle battery may run down and prevent the motor from restarting if the
ignition is switched on while the engine is switched off.
•Always switch off the ignition before leaving the vehicle.
NOTICE

Automatic ignition switch-off
The ignition switches off automatically after a short time if the driver moves away from the vehicle
with the vehicle key when the ignition is switched on. If the dipped beam headlights were switched
on at the time, the side lights will remain switched on for approximately 30 minutes. The side lights
can be switched off manually ⇒ Lights or by locking the vehicle ⇒ Central and manual locking.
Once the vehicle detects that the driver is absent when the engine stop is active, the ignition will
switched off automatically after a certain period of time.
Automatic ignition switch-off in vehicles with a start/stop system
When all the following conditions are fulfilled at the same time, the vehicle ignition will be switched
off automatically when engine stop is active and when the vehicle is stationary:
•The driver removes their seat belt.
•No pedals are depressed.
•The driver door is opened.
If the ignition is deactivated automatically while the dipped beam headlights are switched on ,
the side lights remain switched on for around 30 minutes.
The side lights can be switched off manually or will go off when the vehicle is locked.
Engine restart function
If no valid vehicle key is detected in the vehicle interior once the engine has been switched off, the
engine can be restarted within approximately 5 seconds. A corresponding message appears on the
instrument cluster display.
After this time, the engine cannot be re-started without a valid vehicle key in the vehicle interior.
Before leaving the vehicle, always switch off the ignition manually and observe any
information shown in the instrument cluster display.
Leaving the vehicle stationary for long periods with the ignition switched on can discharge
the 12-volt vehicle battery so that the engine can no longer be started.
The engine cannot, for example, be started with the starter button if the button cell in the
vehicle key is weak or flat. In this case, use the emergency start function ⇒ Emergency start 
function.
Starting the engine
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
•m/k/a995MKVehicles with ignition lock: Turn the vehicle key to position ⇒ Fig. 118①.
The ignition is switched on.
•m/k/a995MKVehicles with a starter button: Press the starter button once. The ignition is
switched on.
•m/k/a995MK Vehicles with a diesel engine: During the diesel engine preheating phase,
the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up.
•Depress and hold the brake pedal until the electronic parking brake has been switched off.
•m/k/a995MKVehicles with manual gearbox: fully depress the clutch pedal and hold it
until the engine has been started. Move the gear lever to neutral position.
•m/k/a995MKVehicles with DSG dual clutch gearbox: move the selector lever to
position P or N.
Unintentional vehicle movements can cause serious injury.
•Do not depress the brake or clutch pedal when switching on the ignition as the engine
will then start immediately.
WARNING
Careless or unsupervised use of the vehicle key can lead to accidents or injuries.
•Always take all vehicle keys with you every time you leave the vehicle. Children or third
parties could lock the vehicle, start the engine, switch on the ignition or operate
electrical equipment such as the electric windows.
WARNING