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parts of the seat.
Before closing stowage areas or compartments always ensure that there is no lighter in the way.
Never stow lighters in stowage areas or compartments or on other surfaces in the vehicle. Cigarette
lighters may self-ignite as a result of high surface temperatures, particularly in summer.

NOTICE
The heating elements in the rear window can be destroyed by objects rubbing against them.
Do not stow any temperature-sensitive objects, food or medicines inside the vehicle. Hot and cold
temperatures could damage them or render them unusable.
Objects stored in the vehicle that are made from transparent materials, such as glasses, magnifying
glasses or transparent suction cups on the windows, can concentrate the sun's rays and thus cause
damage to the vehicle.

Always ensure that the ventilation openings between the rear window and the stowage area are
uncovered to allow stale air to escape from the vehicle.
Stowage compartment on the front passenger side

Fig. 135 On the front passenger side: open stowage compartment.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Key to Fig. 135
Media drives for the Infotainment system, card readers Infotainment system,.
Mounting for glasses compartment.
Opening and closing the stowage compartment

Bag hooks are located in the luggage compartment Luggage compartment equipment

WARNING
Hanging up items of clothing can restrict the driver's field of vision and cause accidents and serious
injuries.
Always hang items of clothing on the coat hook in such a way that they do not restrict the driver's
field of vision.
The coat hooks in the vehicle should be used only for lightweight clothing. Never leave any heavy,
hard or sharp objects in the pockets.

NOTICE
Each coat hook may be loaded with a maximum of 2.5 kg.
Drink holders
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
Drink holder in the rear centre armrest
Bottle holders
Bottle holders for bottles up to a maximum volume of 1.5 l are located in the stowage
compartments in the driver and front passenger door.

WARNING
Incorrect use of the drink holders can cause injury.
Never place hot drinks in a drink holder. Hot drinks in a drink holder could be spilled and cause
scalding in any sudden braking manoeuvre or accident.
Ensure that drink bottles or any other objects do not enter the driver footwell and obstruct the
pedals while the vehicle is in motion.
Never place heavy cups, food or any other heavy items in the drink holders. These heavy objects
could be flung through the vehicle interior during an accident and cause serious injuries.

WARNING

Fig. 139 Removable ashtray.
To use the removable ashtray, place it in one of the drink holders in the lower part of the centre
console or in the rear centre armrest Drink holders
Opening and closing the removable ashtray
To open: lift up the cover of the ashtray Fig. 139
To close: press the ashtray cover down.
Emptying the removable ashtray
Lift the removable ashtray out of the drink holder.
Open the removable ashtray and empty the cooled ashes into a suitable waste container.
Once it has been emptied, place the removable ashtray back into the drink holder from above.

WARNING
Improper use of the ashtray can cause fires, burns and other serious injuries.
Never put paper or any other combustible materials in the ashtray.
Cigarette lighter

Fig. 140 In the front centre console: cigarette lighter.
With the ignition switched on, press in the knob on the cigarette lighter.
Wait for the lighter to pop out.
Pull out the cigarette lighter and light the tobacco product on the glowing spiral

WARNING
Improper use of the cigarette lighter can cause fires, burns and other serious injuries.
Always use the cigarette lighter properly, and only use it to light tobacco products.
Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle. The cigarette lighter can be used when the ignition
is switched on.

The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as a 12-volt socket Electrical sockets
Electrical sockets
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
Electrical sockets in the vehicle
Electrical equipment can be connected to the sockets in the vehicle.
The electrical devices must be in good condition. Do not use faulty devices.
The 12-volt socket will work only when the ignition is switched on.

WARNING
Improper use of the sockets and electrical accessories can cause fires and severe injuries.
Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle. Sockets and the devices connected to them can be
used when the ignition is switched on.
If the electrical device gets too hot, switch off the device immediately and disconnect it from the
socket.

NOTICE
In order to prevent damage to the electrical system, never connect equipment that supplies electric
power, such as solar panels or battery chargers for charging the 12-volt battery, to the 12-volt
socket.
Use only electrical devices that have been approved in accordance with current guidelines
concerning electromagnetic compatibility.
In order to avoid damage due to voltage fluctuations, always switch off any electrical devices before
switching the ignition on or off and before starting the engine. When the start/stop system

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.

the load in
the vehicle will have an effect on the handling and braking distance of the vehicle.
Transporting heavy objects changes the vehicle's handling and the centre of gravity.
The load should be distributed as evenly as possible in the vehicle.
Always secure heavy objects in the luggage compartment as far in front of the rear axle as possible.
Loose objects in the luggage compartment can suddenly slide and change the way the vehicle
handles.
Always adapt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.
Accelerate very carefully and gently.
Avoid sudden braking and driving manoeuvres.
Brake earlier than in normal driving.

NOTICE
Objects rubbing against the rear windows may damage or destroy the heating wires or, depending
on the vehicle equipment, also the aerial.
Luggage compartment cover

Fig. 146 In the luggage compartment: removing and installing the luggage compartment cover.
When the boot lid Boot lidis opened and closed, the luggage compartment cover is also raised
and lowered if the retaining straps are attached.
Light items of clothing can be placed on the luggage compartment cover. Make sure that the view to
the rear of the vehicle is not obstructed.
Removing the luggage compartment cover
Unhook the retaining straps from the boot lid Fig. 146(upper arrows).
Pull the luggage compartment cover out of the side retainers Fig. 146(lower arrows).
Installing the luggage compartment cover

DANGER
It is dangerous to transport people in a trailer and it may also be illegal.

WARNING
Improper use of the towing bracket can lead to a loss of vehicle control, accidents and serious
injuries.
Only use the towing bracket if it is fitted properly and is not damaged.
Do not carry out any alterations or repairs to the towing bracket.
Wherever possible, swivel in or remove the ball head when a trailer is not being used in order to
reduce the risk of injury in rear-end collisions, and the risk of injury to pedestrians and cyclists when
the vehicle is parked.
Never install a weight-distributing or load-balancing towing bracket to the vehicle. The vehicle is not
designed for these kinds of towing brackets. The towing bracket can fail, causing the trailer to tear
loose from the vehicle.

WARNING
Towing a trailer and transporting heavy or bulky items can change the vehicle handling and increase
the braking distance. This can lead to accidents.
Always secure loads properly using suitable and undamaged lashing, retaining or securing straps.
Always adapt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.
Reduce your speed, particularly when going downhill.
Trailers with a high centre of gravity are more likely to tip over than trailers with a low centre of
gravity.
Always drive carefully and think ahead. Accelerate very carefully and gently. Avoid abrupt and
sudden driving and braking manoeuvres.
Take special care when overtaking. Reduce your speed immediately if the trailer shows even the
slightest sign of snaking.
Never drive faster than 80 km/h (50 mph) when towing a trailer, also 100 km/h (60 mph) in
exceptional cases. This also applies to countries where higher speeds are permitted. Keep to
country-specific speed limits, which may be lower for vehicles with trailers than for vehicles without
trailers.
Never try to stop a trailer from snaking by increasing your speed.
Never install a weight-distributing or load-balancing towing bracket on the vehicle.

WARNING
The start/stop system must always be switched off manually when towing a trailer using towing
brackets that have not been retrofitted by Volkswagen. Otherwise faults can occur in the brake
system, possibly resulting in accidents and serious injuries.

NOTICE
Observe the instructions and information for vehicles with an N1 approval Information about
vehicles wit

Always switch off the anti-theft alarm before a trailer is hitched or unhitched or a bicycle carrier is
loaded or unloaded Anti-theft alarm
unintentionally.

With a new engine, do not tow a trailer during the first 1,000 km Running in the engine

Some retrofitted towing brackets may cover the aperture for fitting the towing eye. If so, the towing
eye cannot be used for towing or tow-starting other vehicles. For this reason, the removed ball head
of a retrofitted towing bracket should be kept in the vehicle at all times.
Technical requirements
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Cooling system
There is an increased load on the engine and the cooling system when towing a trailer. The cooling
system must contain sufficient coolant and be able to cope with the extra load due to trailer towing.
Trailer brake
If the trailer is equipped with its own brake system, comply with the relevant regulations.
Trailer tail light clusters
The trailer tail light clusters must work correctly and meet legal requirements. Do not exceed the
maximum power consumption for the trailer.
Exterior mirrors
If you are unable to see the traffic behind the trailer using the vehicle's standard exterior mirrors,
additional exterior mirrors should be fitted in accordance with any country-specific regulations.
Before setting off, adjust the exterior mirrors so that you have a sufficient view towards the rear.