Sensors, camera lenses:
clean the area in front of the sensors or camera with a soft cloth and solvent-free cleaning agent.
Observe the installation locations ⇒ Vehicle overviews .
camera lens.
Clean sensitive surfaces on the rain/light sensor and the camera window on the windscreen in the
same way as windows and glass surfaces (depending on vehicle equipment).
Remove snow with a hand brush. Do not use warm or hot water. Use the Volkswagen Genuine de-
icing agent (- 000 096 322 -) to remove ice.
Decorative films, protective films:
Remove soiling as for paint. Always use Volkswagen Genuine plastic cleaner (- 000 096 314 -) for
matt decorative films.
Treat the vehicle with liquid hard wax every three months after washing and removing dust. Use
only clean, soft microfibre cloths to apply it. Do not use hot wax, even in car washes.
Trim parts, trim strips, exhaust pipes made of chrome, aluminium or stainless steel:
Clean only using a clean, soft cloth and a mild soap solution2) in a dust-free environment.
Chrome parts can be protected using Volkswagen Genuine hard wax (- 000 096 317 -).
Anodised surfaces: do not use chrome cleaning products.
Headlights, tail light clusters:
Use a soft sponge soaked with a mild soap solution2). Do not use any cleaning agents that contain
alcohol or solvents.
nium care product (-
000 096 319 D -).
Wheels:
Remove dirt and gritting salt deposits with plenty of water.
Alloy wheels: treat dirty aluminium wheels with Volkswagen Genuine wheel rim cleaner (-
000 096 304 -). Volkswagen recommends treating the wheel rims with Volkswagen Genuine hard
wax (- 000 096 317 -) every three months.
-up pen. Go to a qualified
workshop if necessary.
- 000 096 304 -).
Door lock cylinders:
Volkswagen recommends using Volkswagen Genuine de-icing agent (- 000 096 322 -) for de-icing. Do
not use door lock de-icer containing grease solvents.
WARNING
The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a hazardous area. All work in the engine
compartment carries the risk of injury, scalding, accidents and fire.
and safety precautions ⇒ Safety notes for working in the engine compartment .
NOTICE
Incorrect cleaning and care can cause vehicle damage.
tools.
NOTICE
The drainage channels for the plenum chamber may get blocked by leaves and dirt. Water that does
not drain away could get into the vehicle interior.
The durability and colourfastness of decorative and protective films can be affected by
environmental influences such as direct sunlight, moisture, air pollution, stone impact etc.
Decorative films may show signs of use or ageing after about one to three years, protective films
after about two to three years. In very hot climates, decorative films may start to fade within a year
and protective films within two years.
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2) Mild soap solution: a maximum of two tablespoons neutral soap diluted in one litre of water.
Vehicle interior care and cleaning
The following overview contains recommendations for cleaning and care of individual vehicle
components ⇒ .
Windows:
Clean with a glass cleaning agent and then wipe dry using a clean chamois cloth or a lint-free cloth.
Textiles, microfibre cloth, leatherette:
Remove any dirt with Volkswagen Genuine interior cleaning agent (- 000 096 301 -). Never treat
materials with leather care agents, solvents, wax polish, shoe cream, stain removers or similar
substances.
icles adhering to surfaces: remove with a vacuum cleaner on a regular basis so that the
material is not permanently damaged by abrasion.
- 000 096 301 -). Dab off
dissolved grease and colour particles with an absorbent cloth and then treat with water if necessary.
-
000 096 301 -) and use a mild soap solution1) if necessary.
Natural leather:
Remove fresh soiling with a cotton cloth and mild soap solution1). Do not allow fluids to seep into
the seams.
Treat any dried stains with Volkswagen Genuine leather cleaner (- 000 096 323 -).
Regularly and each time after having finished cleaning, apply care cream with light protection and
impregnating properties. Use a special coloured leather cream if necessary. If the vehicle is parked
outdoors for long periods, you should cover the leather to protect it from direct sunlight.
Never treat leather with solvents, wax polish, shoe cream, stain removers or similar.
-based soiling, e.g. oil: remove fresh stains with an absorbent cloth.
leather cleaner (- 000 096 323 -).
Plastic parts:
Use a soft, moist cloth.
If stubborn soiling cannot be removed with mild soap solution1), use a solvent-free plastic cleaning
agent if necessary, e.g. Volkswagen Genuine plastic cleaner (- 000 096 314 -).
Trim parts, trim strips made of chrome, aluminium or stainless steel:
Clean using a clean, soft cloth and a mild soap solution1) in a dust-free environment.
Anodised surfaces: do not use chrome cleaning products.
Controls:
Remove coarse dirt and other dirt that is difficult to reach using a soft brush. Then use a clean, soft
cloth and a mild soap solution1). Do not allow liquids to enter the controls.
Displays:
Use a Volkswagen Genuine cleaning cloth (- 000 096 166 A -) with a little water, a suitable glass
cleaner or LCD cleaner. Do not clean displays with a dry cloth.
Repairs and technical modifications must always be carried out according to Volkswagen
specifications⇒ .
Modifications and repairs to the front bumper, doors, front seats, headliner or the bodywork should
be carried out only by a qualified workshop. Airbag system components and sensors might be fitted
on these vehicle components.
If you work on the airbag system or remove and install parts of the system when performing other
repair work, parts of the airbag system may be damaged. The consequence may be that, in the event
of an accident, the airbag inflates incorrectly or does not inflate at all.
Regulations must be observed to ensure that the effectiveness of the airbags is not reduced and that
removed parts do not cause any injuries or environmental pollution. Qualified workshops are
familiar with these regulations.
Any modifications to the vehicle's suspension could prevent the airbag system from working
properly during a collision. For example, using wheel rim/tyre combinations that have not been
approved by Volkswagen, lowering the suspension or making modifications to the suspension rate
including work on the springs, struts and shock absorbers etc., could change the forces that are
measured by the airbag sensors and sent to the electronic control unit. Some changes to the
suspension could cause the forces measured by the sensors to increase, for example. This can lead
to the airbag system being triggered in collision scenarios where it normally would not be triggered if
modifications to the suspension had not been made. Other modifications can cause the forces
measured by the sensors to decrease, therefore preventing the airbag system from being triggered
when it should have been.
WARNING
Incorrect repairs and modifications can cause malfunctions and damage to the vehicle and impair
the effectiveness of the airbag system. This can result in accidents and serious or even fatal injuries.
en taken from end-of-life
vehicles in your vehicle.
WARNING
Modifications to the vehicle's suspension, including the use of unsuitable tyre/rim combinations, can
cause the airbag system to function differently and increase the risk of serious or fatal injuries in the
event of an accident.
the original factory-fitted components.
en.
Mobile reception in the vehicle
Assist).
Park Distance Control.
The data of the event data recorder are recorded only if a particular accident-like situation occurs.
No recordings occur under normal driving conditions. Audio or video data from the vehicle interior
or vehicle surroundings are not stored. Personal data such as name, gender, age or accident location
are also not recorded at any time. However, third parties such as law enforcement agencies can use
corresponding means to link the content of the event data recorder with other sources of data and
thus establish a reference to persons as part of an accident investigation.
Special equipment, access to the legally prescribed diagnostic interface (on-board diagnosis) and
switched-on ignition are required in order to read data out of the event data recorder.
Volkswagen will not access, read out or process data from the event data recorder unless the vehicle
owner (or lessee in the case of leasing) grants their permission. Exceptions to this are contractual or
legal provisions.
Due to its legal product monitoring obligations, Volkswagen is entitled to use the data for field
monitoring and also for research purposes and quality improvements. For research purposes,
Volkswagen makes the data available to third parties in anonymous form, in other words without
any reference to the individual vehicle, vehicle owner or lessee.
Reprogramming control units
All data for the control of components are stored in the control units. Some convenience functions,
such as convenience turn signal, single door unlocking and displays, can be reprogrammed using
special workshop equipment. If the convenience functions are reprogrammed, the specifications and
descriptions in this owner's manual will no longer match the original functions. Volkswagen
recommends having any reprogramming entered into the digital service schedule by a Volkswagen
dealership or qualified workshop.
Information about possible reprogramming can be obtained from the Volkswagen dealership.
Convenience and Infotainment functions
Depending on the equipment selected, you can store your own data in the vehicle's Infotainment
functions. This includes, for example:
data for use with a hands-free system or navigation system.
These data can be stored locally in the vehicle or located on a device that you have connected to the
vehicle, e.g. mobile device, USB stick or MP3 player. If these data are stored in the vehicle, you can
and terms and conditions of use. Volkswagen has no influence over the content exchanged in these
services.
Please refer to the provider in question for information about the type, scope and purpose of the
collection and use of personal data related to third-party services.
WARNING
Incorrect use of the diagnostic interface can cause malfunctions, which can result in accidents and
serious injuries.
Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Please note the further information on Volkswagen Car-Net services ⇒ Mobile online services .
Information stickers and plates
Stickers and plates showing important information for vehicle operation are factory-fitted in the
engine compartment and on certain vehicle parts.
ers or
plates with the same information must be applied properly to the new parts by the qualified
workshop.
Safety certificate
There is a safety certificate on the door pillar of the driver door which states that all necessary safety
standards and specifications from the transport safety authorities of the particular country were met
at the time of production. The month and year of production and the vehicle identification number
may also be listed. Observe notes in the owner's manual.
WARNING
Handling the vehicle incorrectly will increase the risk of accident and injuries.
NOTICE
Handling the vehicle incorrectly could lead to the vehicle becoming damaged.
Vehicle
equipm
ent
Device name
according to
declaration of
conformity
Mobile
phone
interfac
e
HT-5
Connec
tion to
the
externa
l aerial
LTE-
MBC-
EU
UMT
S/GS
M-
MMC
Garage
door
opener
ADHL
5D
EHL2
EHL2 (Euro
HomeLink 2)
Keyless
Access
Kessy
MQB-
A
Kessy
MQB
-A SG
Kessy
MQB
-B B
Kessy
MQB-
B H
Kessy
MQB
-B SG
Kessy
PPQ
35
SG
Kessy
PQ35
Kessy
PQ35
GP
MQB
-A
MQB-
B B
MQB
-B H
PQ35
Kessy
PQ35
GP
PKET
OUA
(868
MHz)
RKET
OUA
Radar
sensors
for
assist
system
ARS4-
B
BSD
3.0
LCA 2
.0A
LRR3 LRR3
Mast
LRR4
Radio
equipment
a)
Frequ
ency
band
Max. tr
ansmit
power
2,483.
5 MHz
2,402
–
2,442
MHz
20 dBm
/ 0.1W
2,408
–
2,480
MHz
4.1 dB
m
Applies to: Volkswagen
models with
WLAN hotspot.
Garage
door
opener
868.0
0–
868.6
0 MHz
25 mW
e.r.p.
868.7
0–
869.2
0 MHz
25 mW
e.r.p.
433.0
5–
434.7
9 MHz
10 mW
e.r.p.
40,66
0–
40,70
0 MHz
10 mW
e.r.p.
26,95
7–
27,29
3 MHz
10 mW
e.r.p.
Applies to: Touareg.