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Place heavy objects as far forward in the luggage compartment as possible.
Observe gross axle weight ratings and the gross vehicle weight rating Technical data
Secure luggage to the fastening rings in the luggage compartment using suitable lashing, fixing and
securing straps Luggage compartment equipment
Also stow small objects safely.
If necessary, fold back the rear seat backrest and engage it securely.
If necessary, adjust the headlight range Headlights
Adjust the tyre pressure according to the vehicle load. Observe the tyre pressure sticker Tyre
pressure
In vehicles with a tyre monitoring system, set the new vehicle load level as necessary Tyre
monitoring system
WARNING
Objects that are not secured, or are secured incorrectly, can cause serious injuries in the event of a
sudden driving or braking manoeuvre or accident. This applies particularly if objects are struck by an
airbag when activated and then flung through the vehicle interior. Please observe the following rules
to reduce the risk of accidents:
Always stow all objects in the vehicle securely.
Small and light objects should also be secured.
Objects should be stowed in the vehicle interior in such a way that they can never enter the airbag
deployment zones while the vehicle is in motion.
Always keep stowage compartments closed while the vehicle is in motion.
Stowed objects must never cause passengers to assume an incorrect sitting position.
If an item is being stowed on a seat, this seat must not be used by any passengers.
Do not stow any hard, heavy or sharp objects loose in any of the vehicle's open stowage areas, on
the surface behind the rear seat backrest or on the dash panel.
Remove any hard, heavy or sharp objects from items of clothing and bags inside the vehicle and
stow them securely.
WARNING
Transporting heavy objects changes the vehicle's handling and increases the braking distance. Heavy
loads that are not properly stowed or secured in the vehicle can lead to a loss of vehicle control and
can cause serious injury.
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Only use a towing bracket which has been approved by Volkswagen for your vehicle type. Always
check and observe the data provided by the towing bracket manufacturer.
Maximum power consumption of the trailer's electrical consumers
Never exceed the specified values.
Europe, Asia, Africa, South and Central America
All brake lights 84 watts
Turn signal per side 42 watts
All side lights 100 watts
All tail lights 42 watts
Rear fog light 42 watts
Australia
All brake lights 108 watts
Turn signal per side 54 watts
All side lights 100 watts
All tail lights 54 watts
Rear fog light 54 watts
WARNING
If the towing bracket is unsuitable or incorrectly fitted, the trailer could become detached from the
towing vehicle. This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.
Never fit a towing bracket to the rear bumper or its mountings. The towing bracket must not prevent
the rear bumper from functioning correctly.
Do not carry out any alterations to the exhaust or brake systems.
NOTICE
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If these symptoms occur directly after refuelling, switch off the engine immediately to avoid any
subsequent damage.
Fault in the selective catalytic reduction system
The red refill bottle lamp lights up together with the red spanner lamp.
The engine cannot be restarted.
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The yellow catalytic converter lamp lights up or flashes.
Faults in the exhaust system caused by misfiring, which can damage the catalytic converter.
to the nearest qualified workshop immediately.
There may be engine faults and fuel consumption may be higher if the indicator lamps are lit up or
flashing.
If and when
Vehicle toolkit
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
Stowage
Vehicle toolkit contents
Observe any country-specific legislation when securing your vehicle in the event of a breakdown.
Vehicle toolkit in the vehicle
In vehicles that are factory-fitted with a spare wheel, emergency spare wheel or winter wheels,
additional vehicle tools may be located in the luggage compartment.
WARNING
In the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre or accident, a loose vehicle toolkit,
breakdown set and spare wheel or temporary spare wheel could be flung though the vehicle and
cause severe injuries.
always secured in the luggage compartment.
WARNING
Unsuitable or damaged tools in the vehicle toolkit can lead to accidents and injuries.
Stowage
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Damaged or dirty wiper blades can scratch the window glass.
can damage the graphite coating of the wiper blades during cleaning.
Wax deposits from car washes on the windscreen and rear window can cause the wiper blades to
rub. Remove wax residue using a special cleaning product or cleaning cloths.
Changing bulbs
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
Checklist
Changing bulbs in the front headlights (halogen bulbs)
Changing the bulbs in the headlights (lights with LED technology)
Changing the front turn signal bulbs
Changing bulbs in the front bumper
Changing bulbs in the tail light clusters (LED l
Changing bulbs in the number plate light (LED lights)
Troubleshooting
Changing the vehicle bulbs requires a certain amount of technical skill. Volkswagen therefore
recommends having bulbs replaced by a qualified workshop if you are uncertain. The work must be
performed by an expert if other vehicle parts around the affected bulbs need to be removed.
Volkswagen recommends having bulbs replaced by a Volkswagen dealership.
You should keep a box with spare light bulbs for the lights that ensure the vehicle is roadworthy in
the vehicle at all times. Spare bulbs are available from Volkswagen dealerships. In some countries it
is a legal requirement to have these spare bulbs in the vehicle.
It may be illegal to drive with defective lights of the exterior lighting.
Information on indicator and warning lamps can be found in the troubleshooting section at the end
of the chapter Troubleshooting
LED lights on the vehicle
The exterior lighting may feature LEDs: Owners cannot replace the LEDs themselves. If some LEDs
fail, this may be an indication that more elements are on the point of failure. In this case, have the
lights checked and replaced if necessary at a qualified workshop.
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Additional bulb specifications
Some bulbs in headlights or in tail light clusters might have factory specifications that are different to
standard bulbs. The designation is inscribed on the bulb, either on the glass part or on the base.
WARNING
Accidents can occur if roads are not sufficiently illuminated and other road users have difficulty
seeing the vehicle, or cannot see it at all.
WARNING
Changing bulbs incorrectly can cause accidents and serious injuries.
In the
engine compa
injuries can be sustained here.
change a bulb unless you are familiar with the procedure. If you are uncertain of what to
do, the work should be carried out by a qualified workshop.
heat will cause fingerprints to evaporate on the bulb, which in turn will cause the reflector to go
blind.
-edged parts in the headlight housing in the engine compartment and on the tail
light cluster housing. Protect your hands when changing bulbs.
NOTICE
Damage to the electrical system can be caused by water entering the system if the rubber cover or
plastic covers on the headlight housing are not properly mounted after a bulb has been changed.
Checklist Information on changing bulbs
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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
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bulb would cause the remaining fingerprint to evaporate and be deposited on the reflector. This will
impair the light output of the headlight.
After changing a bulb, check to ensure that the bulb is working properly. If the bulb is not working
properly, the bulb may not have been inserted properly, may have failed again, or the connector
may have been fitted incorrectly.
Any time you change a bulb at the front of the vehicle, the headlight settings should be checked by a
qualified workshop.
WARNING
Ignoring any of the items on this important safety checklist can lead to accidents and severe injuries.
NOTICE
Always take care when removing or fitting lights to prevent damage to the paintwork or to other
vehicle parts.
Changing bulbs in the front headlights (halogen bulbs)
Fig. 166 In engine compartment: covers on the left-