
Rear view camera system (Rear View) ⇒ Rear view camera system (Rear View) . 
Park Assist ⇒ Park Assist . 
The available systems vary according to the vehicle equipment level. 
Limits of the parking systems 
The sensors or cameras may not always be able to detect objects such as thin rails, fences, posts, 
trees, very low or high obstacles and open or opening boot lids. 
In some cases, dirt and ice on the sensors or cameras could be registered as an obstacle. 
Limits of the rear view camera system 
The rear view camera system shows only two-dimensional images on the screen. The lack of depth 
of field means that potholes and protruding objects on the ground may only be detected with 
difficulty, or may not be detected at all. 
The system displays the orientation lines irrespective of the area surrounding the vehicle. There is no 
automatic obstacle detection. Drivers must judge for themselves whether the vehicle will fit into the 
parking space. 
 
WARNING 
The intelligent technology used in the parking systems cannot overcome the laws of physics, and 
functions only within the limits of the system. Never let the extra convenience afforded by the 
parking systems tempt you into taking any risks when driving. The parking systems cannot replace 
the full concentration of the driver. 
Always adapt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions. 
Unintentional vehicle movements can cause serious injury. 
Keep looking in the direction in which you are parking and at the relevant area surrounding the 
vehicle. 
Do not allow the displays in the instrument cluster and the images shown in the Infotainment 
system to distract you from the traffic. 
Always monitor the area around the vehicle as the parking systems will not always detect infants, 
animals and objects. 
The parking systems have blind spots in which obstacles and people are not registered. 
External sources of sound and certain surfaces on objects and clothing may influence the signals of 
the sensors. In certain circumstances, the systems will be unable to detect or properly detect people 
and objects. 
Certain objects, for example narrow posts or railings, may be difficult or impossible to see on the 
screen because of its resolution or poor light conditions.  

When approaching objects at high speeds, the signals and displays of the parking systems may not 
respond quickly enough to issue a warning. 
 
Volkswagen recommends that drivers practise using the parking systems in a traffic-calmed area or 
car park to allow them to familiarise themselves with the systems and their functions. 
Park Distance Control 
 Introduction 
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects: 
⇒ Switching on and off  
⇒ Display representation  
⇒ Troubleshooting  
The Park Distance Control system assists the driver when manoeuvring and parking. 
Park Distance Control detects the distance from an obstacle by means of sensors in the front and 
rear areas of the vehicle. If there is an obstacle in the detection range of the sensors, the system 
indicates this on the Infotainment system and by means of signal tones. 
Settings 
With some equipment levels, settings for Park Distance Control can be made in the Infotainment 
system ⇒ Infotainment system controls and displays . 
You can save some settings in the user accounts of the personalisation function. The settings change 
automatically when the user account is changed ⇒ Personalisation . 
Switching on and off 
 
Fig. 127 In the centre console: button for switching Park Distance Control on and off (depending on 
equipment). 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction  
Switching on Park Distance Control 
Press the  button.  

 
Fig. 128 Display in the Infotainment system: full-screen mode. The scanned areas depend on the 
vehicle equipment level. 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction  
When the vehicle approaches an obstacle, this is shown in the Infotainment system in several 
segments and is supported by an acoustic signal ⇒ Fig. 128 . This display along the side of the vehicle 
can vary depending on the situation. 
Obstacle close to the vehicle. A continuous tone sounds. Do not drive on!Obstacle in the 
vehicle path. An intermittent tone sounds. The shorter the distance, the shorter the intervals.
Obstacle outside the vehicle path.Mute signal tones.Switch manoeuvre braking on and 
off (depending on vehicle equipment).Switch to rear view camera system (depending on vehicle 
equipment).System fault in the scanned area (depending on equipment level). The colour may vary. 
Troubleshooting 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction  
The system is not responding as expected 
The sensors are dirty ⇒ Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior . The sensor visibility may be 
impaired by dirt and snow or also residue from cleaning agents or coatings. 
The prerequisites for system operation are not met ⇒ Automatic activation when driving forwards 
(with some equipment levels) . 
The factory-fitted towing bracket is electrically connected with the trailer ⇒ Notes on towing a 
trailer . 
Only the scanned area to the front of the vehicle is shown on the Infotainment system display in 
vehicles with a factory-fitted towing bracket and a trailer with an electrical connection to the vehicle 
⇒ Notes on towing a trailer . 
The vehicle is damaged in the area of the sensors, e.g. caused by parking collisions. 
The detection ranges of the sensors are blocked by add-on parts, e.g. bicycle carriers. 
Changes have been made to the paintwork in the area of the sensors or structural modifications 
have been made, e.g. on the running gear. 
The ultrasound signal is subject to interference from external noise sources, e.g. rough tarmac 
surface or cobblestones.  

No sensor visibility, error message, system switches itself off 
The sensor area is switched off permanently if a sensor fails. 
Park Distance Control malfunctions will be indicated by a text message with an acoustic warning and 
the indicator lamp in the button flashing when the system is switched on for the first time. If the 
sensors are dirty or covered, the affected sensor cluster will be displayed on the Park Distance 
Control screen. A cleaning message also appears (depending on the vehicle equipment level). 
Possible solution 
Switch off the system temporarily. 
Check whether any of the causes described apply. 
Clean the sensors or remove stickers or accessories from the sensors and cameras ⇒ Caring for and 
cleaning the vehicle exterior . 
Check whether any damage is visible. 
You can switch the system back on again once you have rectified the cause of the problem. 
If the system still fails to respond as expected, have the system checked by a qualified workshop or 
your Volkswagen dealership. 
Rear view camera system (Rear View) 
 Introduction 
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects: 
⇒ Switching on and off  
⇒ Display representation  
⇒ Prerequisites  
⇒ Parking  
⇒ Troubleshooting  
The rear view camera system in the rear of the vehicle makes it easier for the driver to see behind 
the vehicle and provides support for parking manoeuvres. 
The rear view camera system shows the area behind the vehicle on the Infotainment system screen. 
Depending on the operating mode, orientation lines support the view to the rear. 
 
WARNING 
Using images from the camera to estimate the distance from obstacles (people, vehicles etc.) is 
inaccurate and could cause accidents and severe injuries. 
Camera lenses enlarge and distort the field of vision and show objects differently and inaccurately 
on the screen.  

Parking 
 
Fig. 129 Infotainment system display: parking using the rear view camera system. 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction  
Key to ⇒ Fig. 129 : 
Choose parking space.Drive towards the selected parking space.Align the vehicle in the 
parking space.1Road.2Selected parking space.3Side limits of the selected parking space.4Rear limit 
of the parking space. 
Parking using the rear view camera system 
Position the vehicle in front of the parking space ⇒ Fig. 129②  . 
Select reverse gear. 
Reverse slowly and steer the vehicle so that the lateral lines lead into the selected parking space. 
The lines must correspond to the lateral boundary lines of the parking space ③ . 
Stop when the horizontal line reaches the rear boundary ④ . 
Troubleshooting 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction  
The system is not responding as expected 
The camera is dirty ⇒ Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior . The camera visibility may be 
impaired by dirt and snow or even residue from cleaning agents or coatings. 
The system requirements must be met ⇒ Prerequisites . 
The factory-fitted towing bracket is electrically connected with the trailer ⇒ Notes on towing a 
trailer . 
The vehicle is damaged in the area around the camera, e.g. caused by parking collisions.  

The detection range of the camera is blocked by add-on parts, e.g. bicycle carriers. 
Changes have been made to the paintwork in the area of the camera or structural modifications 
have been made, e.g. on the running gear. 
No camera visibility, error message, system switches itself off 
Clean the camera or remove stickers or accessories from the camera ⇒ Caring for and cleaning the 
vehicle exterior . 
Check whether any damage is visible. 
Possible solution 
Switch off the system temporarily. 
Check whether any of the causes described apply. 
You can switch the system back on again once you have rectified the cause of the problem. 
If the system still fails to respond as expected, have the system checked by a qualified workshop. 
Park Assist 
 Introduction 
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects: 
⇒ Prerequisites  
⇒ Looking for a parking space  
⇒ Driving into a parking space  
⇒ Driving out of a parking space  
⇒ Troubleshooting  
Park Assist shows parking spaces which are suitable for parking and assists the driver when driving 
into and out of parking spaces. 
Park Assist is an extension of Park Distance Control ⇒ Park Distance Control . 
Park Assist automatically steers the vehicle. The driver must control the accelerator, gear changes 
and brake ⇒ Safety notes on the parking systems . 
 
WARNING 
Fast steering wheel movements can cause serious injury. 
During the manoeuvring operation, do not reach for the steering wheel until prompted to do so by 
the system. 
Exception: if a dangerous situation occurs, intervene and take over the steering.  

 
Fig. 130 On the instrument cluster display: display of parking modes. 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction  
Park Assist has three parking modes ⇒ Fig. 130  (illustration). 
Reverse parallel parking.Reverse perpendicular parking.Forward perpendicular parking. 
Drive slowly past a row of parked vehicles, paying attention to the traffic. 
Press the  button. Park Assist automatically searches for a suitable parking space on the front 
passenger side. 
Stop when Park Assist displays a recommended parking mode on the instrument cluster display. 
Drive into the parking space when a corresponding prompt ⇒ Fig. 131⑤  is shown on the 
instrument cluster display ⇒ Driving into a parking space . 
If you want Park Assist to search for a parking space on the opposite side of the road, operate the 
turn signal for the corresponding side. 
Changing parking mode 
If Park Assist has found other alternative parking modes, these will be displayed in a miniature view. 
They can be selected in turn by repeatedly pressing the button. Park Assist will switch itself off 
after selection of all found parking modes. The originally recommended parking mode is offered 
when the button is pressed again. 
If you wish to park in a perpendicular parking space in forward direction, select Forward 
perpendicular parking ⇒ Fig. 130  . Otherwise the vehicle will reverse into the perpendicular 
parking space. 
 
Park Assist can be activated retrospectively. If the vehicle has previously driven past a suitable 
parking space, it will be displayed. 
Driving into a parking space  

 
Fig. 131 On the instrument cluster display: parking perpendicular to the road. 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction  
Key to ⇒ Fig. 131 : 
Choose parking space.Position for parking.Align the vehicle in the parking space.1Prompt to 
drive forward.2Your vehicle.3Parked vehicle or obstacle.4Detected parking space.5Prompt to select 
reverse gear.6Prompt to press the brake pedal.7Progress bar. Symbolically shows the relative 
distance still to be driven. 
The prerequisites for parking space selection must be met ⇒ Prerequisites  and the vehicle must be 
stationary. 
Let go of the steering wheel ⇒  . 
Select reverse gear when a reverse arrow appears on the instrument cluster display. 
Accelerate carefully. 
Brake when an acoustic signal sounds to indicate that you should change direction, an arrow 
⇒ Fig. 131①   lights up, the display lights up or a message is shown. 
Drive forwards until an acoustic signal sounds or until the prompt to reverse is shown on the 
instrument cluster display. 
Repeat reversing and driving forwards until a corresponding message is displayed on the instrument 
cluster. A signal tone may also sound. 
Driving out of a parking space