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When the vehicle is in motion, use the lap timer only in driving situations which are easy to control.
Fuel gauge
Fig. 15 Fuel gauge in the analogue instrument cluster.
Fig. 16 Fuel gauge in the Active Info Display.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction
Fuel tank almost empty.
The indicator lamp lights up yellow. The reserve volume, red marking, is being consumed ⇒ .
Fill the tank as soon as possible.
Water in the diesel fuel.
The indicator lamp lights up yellow.
Switch off the engine and seek expert assistance.
Tank cap open.
The indicator lamp lights up yellow.
Close the tank cap.
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WARNING
Driving when the fuel level is too low can lead to the vehicle coming to a standstill in traffic,
potentially causing accidents and serious injuries.
When the fuel level is too low, the fuel supply to the engine could be irregular, especially when
driving up or down hills and inclines.
The steering, all driver assist systems and brake support systems stop working if the engine sputters
or goes off due to fuel shortage or irregular fuel supply.
Always fill the tank when it is still 1/4 full. This reduces the risk of running out of fuel and breaking
down.
NOTICE
Do not run the tank empty. The irregular fuel supply can cause misfiring and allow unburnt fuel to
enter the exhaust system. The catalytic converter or particulate filter could be damaged as a result.
The small arrow next to the petrol pump symbol in the fuel gauge shows you the side of the vehicle
on which the tank flap is located.
Coolant temperature display
Fig. 17 Coolant temperature display in the analogue instrument cluster.
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General notes
Checklist
Observe the following information both before and during every journey to ensure your own safety,
and the safety of all passengers and other road users ⇒ :
Check that all lights and turn signals are working properly.
Check the tyre pressure and fuel level Tyre pressure, Fuel gauge.
Check the washer fluid level Washer fluid.
Make sure that you have a good, clear view through all of the windows Caring for and cleaning the
vehicle exterior.
Secure any objects and luggage in the stowage compartments, the luggage compartment or on the
roof Transporting items.
Ensure that you are able to operate the pedals freely at all times.
Secure any children travelling in the vehicle in a restraint system suitable for their weight and size
Safe transport of children.
Adjust the front seats, head restraints and mirrors properly to match the size of the occupants
Sitting position, Mirrors.
Wear shoes that provide proper support for your feet when using the pedals.
The floor mat in the footwell on the driver side must leave the pedal area free and must be securely
fastened.
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Are there any Volkswagen dealerships in the destination country?
Is fuel in the adequate quality available Fuel and emission control?
Are the correct service fluids that comply with Volkswagen specifications available in the destination
country Service fluids and consumables?
Will the navigation function in the factory-fitted Infotainment system work with the available
navigation data in the destination country?
Are special tyres necessary for travelling in the destination country?
Is a fire extinguisher a requirement in your destination country?
Which requirements must be observed regarding high-visibility waistcoats?
Checklist
Do not work on the engine and in the engine compartment unless you are familiar with the task, are
aware of the general safety procedures and have the correct equipment, service fluids and suitable
tools ⇒ In the engine compartment ! The work should be carried out by a qualified workshop if you
are uncertain. Make sure you check the following on a regular basis:
Washer fluid level Washer fluid
Engine oil level Engine oil
Coolant level Coolant
Brake fluid level Brake fluid
Tyre pressure Wheels and tyres
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Vehicle lighting Lights necessary for traffic safety:
Turn signals
Side lights, dipped beam headlights and main beam headlights
Tail light clusters
Brake lights
Rear fog light
Number plate light
Information on changing bulbs ⇒ Changing bulbs .
DANGER
Please observe important safety information about the front passenger front airbag ⇒ Fitting and
using child seats .
WARNING
Driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, medication or narcotics could cause accidents and fatal
injuries.
Alcohol, drugs, medication and narcotics can severely impair senses, reaction times and driving
safety. This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
WARNING
Always observe current traffic regulations and speed limits, and think ahead when driving. The
correct interpretation of the driving situation can make the difference between reaching your
destination safely and having an accident with serious injuries.
NOTICE
Volkswagen is not responsible for any vehicle damage caused by low-quality fuel, inadequate
servicing work or non-availability of Genuine Parts.
Observe the instructions and information for vehicles with an N1 approval ⇒ Information about
vehicles with N1 approval (light commercial vehicle) .
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When the hazard warning lights are switched on, for example if you are being towed, you can still
indicate a change in direction or lane change by operating the turn signal. The hazard warning lights
will be interrupted temporarily.
Switch on the hazard warning lights, e.g. in the following situations:
When traffic ahead suddenly starts moving more slowly or you reach the tail end of a traffic jam to
warn vehicles behind you.
There is an emergency situation.
The vehicle has broken down.
When tow-starting or towing.
Always follow local regulations on the use of the hazard warning lights.
If the hazard warning lights are not working, you must use an alternative method of drawing
attention to the broken-down vehicle. This method must comply with traffic legislation.
WARNING
Any broken-down vehicle poses a high accident risk for the vehicle occupants and for other road
users.
Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.
Park the vehicle at a safe distance from moving traffic.
Switch on the hazard warning lights.
Never leave other persons alone in the vehicle, particularly children or people requiring assistance.
This applies in particular when the doors are locked. People locked in the vehicle may be subjected
to very high or very low temperatures.
WARNING
Ignoring any of the items on this important safety checklist can lead to accidents and severe injuries.
Always follow the instructions in the checklist and observe the general safety procedures.
WARNING
The components of the exhaust system become very hot. This can cause fires and serious injuries.
Park the vehicle so that no part of the exhaust system can come into contact with any inflammable
material underneath the vehicle, e.g. dry grass, fuel.
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Select reverse gear while the ignition is switched on. The right-hand exterior mirror moves to the
saved position.
The front passenger exterior mirror will move out of the position saved for reversing when the
vehicle is driven forwards faster than approximately 15 km/h (9 mph) or when the rotary knob is
moved out of position into another position.
WARNING
Injuries can be sustained if you do not take care when folding the exterior mirrors in and out.
Fold the exterior mirrors in or out only when there is no obstruction in the path of the mirror.
Always ensure that no fingers are caught between the exterior mirror and the mirror base when the
exterior mirrors are moved.
NOTICE
Always fold in exterior mirrors before using an automatic car wash.
Do not fold electrically folding exterior mirrors in or out manually as this can damage the electric
drive.
The exterior mirror heating should be switched off when it is no longer needed. If the heating is left
on, this will result in unnecessary fuel consumption.
If there is a fault, the electric exterior mirrors can be adjusted by hand by pressing on the outside of
the mirror.
Some settings can be stored in the user accounts of the personalisation function and therefore
change automatically when the user account changes ⇒ Personalisation .
Protection from the sun
Sun visors
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To save fuel, switch the seat heating off as quickly as possible.
Steering wheel heating
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction
The steering wheel heating works when the engine is running.
Switching the steering wheel heating on and off via the Infotainment system
Manual air conditioning system: press the button on the Infotainment system and
touch the Vehicle and function buttons.
Climatronic: open the air conditioning settings in the Infotainment system.
Touch the function button to switch the steering wheel heating on and off.
Switching the steering wheel heating on or off together with the seat heating (only for Climatronic)
Open the air conditioning settings in the Infotainment system.
Touch the function button.
Touch the Link seat/steering wheel heating function button to link the steering wheel heating with
the seat heating.
Press the button to switch the steering wheel heating on or off together with the seat heating.
Selecting a temperature setting (only for Climatronic)
Open the air conditioning settings in the Infotainment system.
Touch the function button.
Touch the Setting function button to select a temperature setting.
Three temperature settings are available. The selected setting is saved when the ignition is switched
off. The temperature setting for the steering wheel heating is unrelated to the temperature setting
for the seat heating.
Switch-off conditions
The steering wheel heating will be switched off automatically if one of the following conditions is
met:
Seat heating for the driver seat is switched off (if Link seat/steering wheel heating is active).
Power consumption is too high.
There is a fault in the steering wheel heating system.
Troubleshooting
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction