2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC ECU

Weight class 1: group 1 (up to about four years old) and group 1/2 (up to about seven years old) with
an integral belt system are best for children over the relevant weight limit.
Weight classes 2/3: groups 2 and 3 include child seats with a backrest, and booster seats with no
backrest. Child seats with a backrest have integrated seat belt routing and side cushions, and so
provide better protection than booster seats with no backrest. Volkswagen therefore recommends
the use of child seats with a backrest. Group 2 child seats are for children up to the age of about
seven, group 3 child seats for those older than seven.
Not every child will fit in the child seat specified for their weight group. Likewise, not every seat will
fit in every vehicle. Therefore it is vital to check that the child fits properly in their child seat and that
the child seat can be securely fastened in the vehicle.
Child seats by approval categories
Child seats can be classified as universal, semi-universal or vehicle-specific (all in accordance with
regulation ECE-R 44), or as i-Size (in accordance with regulation ECE-R 129).
Universal: child seats with universal approval are approved for use in all vehicles. No type list is
required. ISOFIX child seats with universal approval must also be secured using a strap over the top
of the vehicle seat (top tether).
Semi-universal: semi-universal approval requires other safety devices for attaching the seat (that
require additional testing) in addition to the standard requirements for universal approval. Child
seats with semi-universal approval come with a type list. The seats should be used only in vehicles
that are included on this list.
Vehicle-specific: child seats with vehicle-specific approval must have undergone dynamic testing in
each model of vehicle for which they are approved. These child seats also come with a type list.
i-Size: child seats with i-Size approval must conform to the installation and safety requirements
stipulated in regulation ECE-R 129. Contact the child seat manufacturer to find out which child seats
are approved for this vehicle in accordance with i-Size.
1) Regulation ECE-R 129 has not yet been implemented by the state authorities in all countries.
Fitting and using child seats

Fig. 44 Illustration: airbag label on the sun visor.

Fig. 45 Illustration: airbag label on the B-pillar.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Country-specific requirements
The standards and regulations governing the use of child seats and child seat securing mechanisms
differ from country to country. Not all countries allow you to transport children on the front
passenger seat. Legislation and legal requirements take precedence over the information given in
this owner's manual.
Information on fitting a child seat
Observe the following general information when fitting a child seat. This information is relevant
whatever child seat securing system is being used.
Read and follow the instructions provided by the child seat manufacturer ⇒ .
Whenever possible, fit all child seats to the rear seat behind the front passenger seat so that
children can exit the vehicle on the kerb side.
Adjust the seat belt height adjuster to the highest position.
When fitting on the front passenger seat, push the front passenger seat back fully and adjust the
seat to the highest position. Adjust the backrest to an upright position ⇒ Sitting position .
Always leave sufficient space around the child seat. If necessary, adjust the position of the seat in
front of it. When doing so, ensure that the driver or front passenger can still maintain a correct
sitting position ⇒ Sitting position .
The backrest of the child seat must lay as flat as possible against the vehicle seat backrest. If
necessary, adjust the seat backrest angle so that the child seat lies flush against the backrest. Once it
has been installed, if the child seat is touching the head restraint and therefore cannot be positioned
flush against the backrest, push the head restraint all the way up, or remove it and stow it securely
in the vehicle ⇒ Sitting position .
Airbag sticker
The vehicle may be provided with stickers giving important information about the front passenger
front airbag. The information on these stickers may vary from country to country. The stickers may
be provided at the following locations:
On the driver and/or front passenger sun visor ⇒ Fig. 44 .

There is a risk of injury if a front-facing child seat is on the front passenger seat.
Move the front passenger seat as far back as possible and adjust to its highest position to create the
largest possible distance between the child seat and the front passenger front airbag.
Move the backrest to the upright position.
Adjust the seat belt height adjuster to the highest position.
Use only child seats that have been approved by the child seat manufacturer for use on a front
passenger seat with front and side airbags.

WARNING
To help avoid injuries caused by inflation of a curtain airbag or side airbag:
Ensure that no children are seated within the airbag deployment zones ⇒ Airbag system .
Do not place any objects in the side airbag deployment zones.
Securing systems
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Different countries use different securing systems for safely fitting child seats in the vehicle.
Overview of securing systems
ISOFIX: ISOFIX is a standardised securing system for fitting child seats in the vehicle quickly and
safely. The ISOFIX attachment system creates a rigid connection between the child seat and the
vehicle body.
Compatible child seats have two rigid attachment arms that engage in ISOFIX attachment points at
the bottom of the backrest (on the outer rear seats). The ISOFIX securing system as described here is
specific to Europe ⇒ Securing a child seat with ISOFIX . An upper strap (top tether) and/or support
foot may sometimes have to be used in addition to the ISOFIX anchor points described above.
Three-point automatic seat belt. It is preferable to secure child seats using the ISOFIX system, if
available, rather than with a three-point automatic seat belt ⇒ Securing child seats with a seat belt .
Additional securing points:
Recommended child seat securing systems
Volkswagen recommends that child seats are secured as follows:
Infant carrier or rear-facing child seat: ISOFIX and support foot.
Front-facing child seat: ISOFIX and top tether and possibly also support foot.

WARNING

Incorrect use of the support foot can cause severe or fatal injuries.
Ensure that the support foot is always correctly and safely installed.
Securing a child seat with ISOFIX

Fig. 46 Markings identifying the ISOFIX anchor points for child seats.

Fig. 47 Illustration: fitting an ISOFIX child seat with attachment arms.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Overview of child seat installation with ISOFIX and i-Size
The table below shows the options for securing ISOFIX or i-Size child seats to the ISOFIX anchor
points at the various possible seats in the vehicle.
Group Size class Front passenger seat Outer rear seats Centre rear seat
Group 0: up to 10 kg E X IL-SU X
Group 0+: up to 13 kg E X IL-SU X
D X X
C X X
Group 1: 9 to 18 kg D X IL-SU, IUF X

Group Size class Front passenger seat Outer rear seats Centre rear seat
C X X
B X X
B1 X X
A X X
Group 2: 15 to 25 kg – X IL-SU X
Group 3: 22 to 36 kg – X IL-SU X
i-Size child restraint system – X i-U X
Size class: the size class shown corresponds to the permissible weight range of the child using the
seat. The size class is indicated on the ECE approval label for child seats with universal or semi-
universal approval. The size class label is affixed to the child seat.
X: seat not suitable for securing an ISOFIX or i-Size child seat in this group.
IL-SU: seat suitable for installing an ISOFIX child seat with "semi-universal" approval. Refer to the
vehicle list supplied by the child seat manufacturer.
IUF: seat suitable for installing an ISOFIX child seat with "universal" approval.
i-U: seat suitable for installing a front-facing or rear-facing i-Size child seat with "universal" approval.
i-UF: seat suitable for installing a front-facing i-Size child seat with "universal" approval.
Installing child seats with ISOFIX/i-Size
Observe and follow the instructions ⇒ Fitting and using child seats .
Pull on both sides of the child seat to check whether the seat has clicked properly into place.
Securing child seats with a seat belt
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
If you want to fit a child seat from the "universal" (u) approval category in your vehicle, you must
first ensure that it is approved for the seat position in question. Important information is given on
the orange ECE approval label on the child seat. Installation options are shown in the table below.
Securing a child seat with a seat belt
Observe and follow the instructions ⇒ Fitting and using child seats .
Fasten the seat belt and guide it through the child seat as described in the child seat manufacturer's
instructions.
Ensure that the seat belt is not twisted.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the high-visibility waistcoat may be located in a stowage
compartment in the front door trim or in the stowage compartment on the front passenger side
⇒ Driver door , ⇒ Front passenger side .
The high-visibility waistcoat must comply with legal requirements.
Fire extinguisher
Depending on the equipment, a fire extinguisher may be located in a holder in the footwell under
the front passenger seat.
The fire extinguisher must meet legal requirements, be ready for use at all times and be checked on
a regular basis (see inspection seal on the fire extinguisher).

WARNING
In the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre or accident, loose objects could be flung
though the vehicle and cause severe injuries.
Always secure the first-aid kit, warning triangle and fire extinguisher safely in the holders in the
vehicle.
Stow the high-visibility waistcoat in the stowage compartments so that it can be easily accessed.
Information call, breakdown call and emergency call service

Fig. 49 In the roof console: control for voice services.
With some equipment levels, a control may be installed in the roof console. Pressing the buttons ,
and ⇒ Fig. 49  enables you to access the following voice services: information call,
breakdown call and emergency call service.
The required connection is established by a factory-fitted control unit. A connection to a telephone
call centre will be established when you initiate one of the voice services.
Indicator lamp
The control is equipped with an indicator lamp ⇒ Fig. 49  (arrow). This displays the following
statuses:
Off: all voice services are deactivated.
Flashing red for approx. 20 seconds after the ignition is switched on: at least one voice service is
disabled.

Fig. 68 On the steering wheel: 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position.
Adjust the steering wheel position before setting off and only when the vehicle is stationary ⇒ .
Push down the lever ⇒ Fig. 67① .
Adjust the steering wheel so that you can hold it with both hands at its circumference at the 9
o'clock and 3 o'clock positions with your arms slightly bent ⇒ Fig. 68 .
Push the lever up firmly until it is flush with the steering column trim ⇒ .

WARNING
Incorrect use of the steering column position adjustment and incorrect adjustment of the steering
wheel can cause serious or fatal injuries.
After adjusting the steering column, always move lever ⇒ Fig. 67①  up so that it engages securely.
This prevents the steering column from moving spontaneously while the vehicle is in motion.
Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is in motion. If you determine that a readjustment
is necessary when driving, stop the vehicle safely and adjust the steering wheel to the correct
position.
The steering wheel must always point towards the chest and not towards the face. This ensures that
the driver front airbag provides maximum protection in the event of an accident.
While driving, always keep both hands on the outside of the steering wheel at the 9 o'clock and 3
o'clock positions⇒ Fig. 68 . This reduces the risk of injury if the driver front airbag is triggered.
Never hold the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position, or in any other manner, e.g. at the hub of
the steering wheel. If the driver front airbag is triggered, you could sustain serious injuries to the
arms, hands and head.
Seats and head restraints
Front seats
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:

Fold the front passenger seat backrest forwards in the direction of the arrow ⇒ Fig. 70②  until it is
horizontal.
When it is folded down, the front passenger seat backrest must engage securely into place.
Folding back the front passenger seat backrest
When folding back, make sure that there are no items or body parts in the area of the hinges.
To fold back, release the front passenger seat backrest again ⇒ Fig. 70① .
Fold back the front passenger seat backrest so that it is upright.
When it is folded up, the front passenger seat backrest must engage securely into place.

WARNING
Serious injuries could be caused if the front passenger seat backrest is folded forwards and
backwards in an uncontrolled way and without taking due care.
Fold the front passenger seat backrest forwards and backwards only when the vehicle is stationary.
When folding the front passenger seat backrest forwards, always make sure that there are no
people, animals or objects in its path.
The front airbag must be switched off and the PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamp must be
lit for as long as the front passenger seat backrest is folded forwards.
When folding forwards and backwards, keep all hands, fingers, feet and other body parts away from
the seat hinges and seat release mechanism.
Floor mats or other objects could get caught in the hinges on the front passenger seat backrest. This
could cause the front passenger seat backrest to fail to engage securely when it is returned to the
upright position.
When being folded back, the front passenger seat backrest must be securely locked in the upright
position. If the front passenger seat backrest is not locked properly, it could move suddenly and
cause serious injuries.

WARNING
The open seat anchorages and hinges of the folded front passenger seat backrest can cause serious
injuries in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or accident.
Never transport either adults or children on the front passenger seat if the front passenger seat
backrest is folded forwards.
If the front passenger seat backrest is folded forwards, you must use only the rear seat behind the
driver seat. This also applies to children in child seats.
Rear seats