Opening and closing the boot lid electrically
Fig. 63 In the open boot lid: button for electric closing of the boot lid.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the boot lid can be opened and closed electrically.
Opening the boot lid electrically
Briefly press and hold the button on the vehicle key to unlock the boot lid.
OR: pull the button in the driver door upwards Fig. 61
OR: press the top part of the Volkswagen badge.
The boot lid will then open.
Closing the boot lid electrically
Press the button in the open boot lid Fig. 63
OR: with the ignition switched on, pull the button in the driver door upwards until the boot lid
is closed.
OR:on vehicles with the Keyless Access locking and starting system: briefly press and hold the
button on the vehicle key. The vehicle key must be within the operating range.
OR: press the top part of the Volkswagen badge.
OR: move the boot lid manually in closing direction until the boot lid closes by itself.
The boot lid is closed.
Interrupting the opening or closing procedure
Press one of the buttons during the opening or closing procedure.
OR: press the top part of the Volkswagen badge during the opening or closing process.
The boot lid can now be moved by hand. You will need to use increased force for this.
button again moves the boot lid back into the starting position.
Signal tones
If the boot lid is opened or closed from the vehicle interior or using the vehicle key, signal tones will
sound.
Changing and storing the opening angle
If the area behind or above the vehicle is smaller than the path of the boot lid, the opening angle of
the boot lid can be changed.
Stop the opening procedure at the desired open position (at least half open).
In the boot lid, press and hold the button Fig. 63until the hazard warning lights flash.
The changed opening angle will be stored.
The hazard warning lights flash and an acoustic signal sounds to confirm that the changed opening
angle has been stored.
Resetting and storing the opening angle
The opening angle must be reset and stored again in order for the boot lid to open fully again.
Push the opened boot lid up as far as it will go by hand. You will need to use increased force for this.
In the boot lid, press and hold the button Fig. 63until the hazard warning lights flash.
The opening angle will be reset.
The hazard warning lights flash and an acoustic signal sounds to confirm that the opening angle has
been reset.
NOTICE
Before opening or closing the boot lid, please check that there is enough space to open and close it,
for example when in a garage.
Unlocking the boot lid manually
64 In the boot lid: open the holder for the warning triangle.
Fig. 65 In the boot lid: manual release mechanism for the boot lid.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Unlocking the boot lid manually
Turn the lock of the warning triangle holder 90
Lock the vehicle from the outside.
Automatic switch-off of side lights and parking lights
If the battery capacity is not sufficient for the side lights or parking light to remain switched on for
two hours, the 12-volt vehicle battery can be discharged to such an extent that it is no longer
possible to start the engine
In the case of standing times of more than two hours, the vehicle will detect a weak 12-volt vehicle
battery and switch off the side lights or parking light so that the engine can still be started.
WARNING
Accidents and serious injuries can occur if the vehicle is parked without sufficient illumination, as
other road users might have difficulty seeing the vehicle, or may not see it at all.
Always park the vehicle safely and with sufficient lighting. Observe any applicable local regulations.
If the vehicle lighting is required for several hours, switch on the right or left parking light if possible.
The illumination time of the parking light on one side is generally twice as long as for continuous
parking light on both sides of the vehicle.
Coming Home and Leaving Home function (orientation lighting)
The Coming Home and Leaving Home function lights up the area immediately surrounding the
vehicle when you get in or out of the vehicle in darkness.
Not in China: the Coming Home function is switched on manually. In contrast, the Leaving
Home function is controlled automatically by a rain/light sensor.
Only in China: the Coming Home and Leaving Home function is controlled automatically by a
rain/light sensor.
The switch-off delay can be adjusted and the function activated or deactivated in the Vehicle
settings menu in the Infotainment system Infotainment system controls and displays
Activating the Coming Home function
Not in China
Switch off the ignition.
Operate the headlight flasher for approximately one second.
The Coming Home lighting is switched on when the driver door is opened. The switch-off delay starts
when the last vehicle door or the boot lid has been closed.
Activating the Coming Home function
Switch off the ignition.
The Coming Home lighting is switched on when the light switch is in position and the
rain/light sensor detects that it is dark.
The switch-off delay starts when the last vehicle door or the boot lid has been closed.
Deactivating the Coming Home function
Automatically after the selected switch-off delay has elapsed.
OR: automatically if a door or the boot lid is still open approximately 30 seconds after switching on.
OR: turn light switch to position .
OR: switch on the ignition.
Activating the Leaving Home function
Unlock the vehicle when the light switch is in position and the rain/light sensor detects that it
is dark.
Deactivating the Leaving Home function
Automatically after the switch-off delay.
OR: lock the vehicle.
OR: turn light switch to position .
OR: switch on the ignition.
Some settings can be stored in the user accounts of the personalisation function and therefore
change automatically when the user account changes Personalisation
Headlights
Headlight range control
Fig. 82 In the Infotainment system: slider for headlight range control.
Headlight range control can be used to adjust the light cone of the dipped beam headlights to the
vehicle load level. This gives the driver the best visibility possible and means that oncoming traffic
will not be dazzled
If you have to drive a right-hand drive vehicle in a left-hand drive country, or vice versa, the
asymmetric dipped beam headlights may dazzle oncoming traffic. The headlights must therefore be
switched over when you travel to these countries.
With some equipment levels, the headlight alignment can be adjusted in the Infotainment system in
the Vehicle settings menu Infotainment system controls and displays
In vehicles in which the headlights cannot be switched over in the menu, masking stickers should be
applied to certain parts of the headlight lenses, or the headlights should be adjusted by a qualified
workshop. A qualified workshop can provide you with further information. Volkswagen recommends
using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Travel mode may be used only for a short period. Please contact a qualified workshop for a
permanent conversion. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Interior lighting
Instrument and switch lighting
The brightness of the instrument and switch lighting can be adjusted in the Infotainment system in
the Vehicle settings menu Infotainment system controls and displays
The brightness setting is automatically adjusted to the changing light conditions in the vehicle.
When the light switch is in position , a sensor will switch the dipped beam and the lighting in
the instruments and switches on and off automatically depending on the ambient brightness level.
When the light is switched off and the ignition switched on, the instrument and switch lighting
(needles and scales) is switched on. As the ambient light becomes lower, the illumination of the
scales is automatically reduced and may be switched off entirely. This function is intended to remind
the driver to switch on the dipped beam in good time, i.e. when driving through tunnels.
Interior and reading lights
Press the appropriate button or move the switch to the appropriate position:
Switch off the interior light.Switch on the interior lights.The interior lights are switched on
automatically when the vehicle is unlocked, a door is opened or the vehicle key is removed from the
ignition.Switch the reading light on or off.
Stowage compartment and luggage compartment lights
A light will be switched on and off when the stowage compartment on the front passenger side or
the boot lid is opened or closed.
Background lighting
pending on the equipment level, the background lighting provides indirect light in various areas of
the vehicle interior.
The front footwell may also be illuminated.
The brightness of the background lighting can be adjusted in the Infotainment system in the Vehicle
settings menu Infotainment system controls and displays
The lights go out when the vehicle is locked or after a delay of a few minutes when the vehicle key is
removed from the ignition lock. This prevents the 12-volt vehicle battery from discharging.
Some settings can be stored in the user accounts of the personalisation function and therefore
change automatically when the user account changes Personalisation
Visibility
Wipers
Operating the wiper lever
Fig. 83 On the right of the steering column: operating the windscreen wipers.
Fig. 84 On the right of the steering column: operating the rear window wiper.
The wipers will work only when the ignition is switched on and the bonnet and boot lid are closed.
Move the wiper lever to the desired position
If the front brake pads are checked, the rear brake pads should be checked at the same time. A
visual check of the thickness of all brake pads should be carried out regularly by checking the brake
pads through the openings in the rims or from the underside of the vehicle. If necessary, remove the
wheels to carry out a comprehensive check. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen
dealership for this purpose.
Driving a loaded vehicle
For good vehicle handling when driving a loaded vehicle, please observe the following:
Stow all items of luggage securely Stowing luggage and loads
Accelerate particularly cautiously and carefully.
Avoid sudden braking and driving manoeuvres.
Brake earlier than in normal driving.
If applicable, observe the information concerning the roof carrier Roof carrier
WARNING
Moving loads can severely impair the vehicle's stability and driving safety which could cause
accidents and serious injuries.
Secure items properly so they cannot slide about.
Use suitable lashing or securing straps when securing heavy objects.
Securely engage the rear seat backrests.
Driving with an open boot lid
Driving with an open boot lid is particularly dangerous. All objects and the open boot lid must be
secured properly. Take the appropriate measures to reduce the amount of poisonous exhaust fumes
that could enter into the vehicle.
WARNING
Driving with an unlocked or open boot lid can cause serious injuries.
Always drive with the boot lid closed.
Always stow all items in the luggage compartment securely. Loose objects can fall out of the luggage
compartment and injure other road users.
Always drive especially carefully and think ahead.