Fig. 111 In the lower section of the centre console: control for the 4MOTION Active Control in
vehicles with all-wheel drive.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction
Key to ⇒ Fig. 111 :
MODE button: select onroad driving profiles and open menu in the Infotainment system.
Snow driving profile.
Onroad driving profile.
Offroad driving profile.
Offroad Individual driving profile.
Selecting a driving profile
Switch on the ignition.
Front-wheel drive: press the driving profile selection button ⇒ Fig. 110 .
All-wheel drive: turn the control for 4MOTION Active Control until the LED next to the desired
driving profile lights up ⇒ Fig. 111 .
Front-wheel drive: to change driving profiles, press the driving profile selection button
⇒ Fig. 110 again or touch the function button of the desired driving profile in the Infotainment
system.
All-wheel drive: to switch the onroad driving profiles, press the MODE button or touch an
onroad driving profile in the Infotainment system.
Touch the function button in the Infotainment system to display additional information about the
active driving profile.
Vehicles with front-wheel drive: if the Normal driving profile is selected, the LED in the driving
profile selection button will remain switched off.
When the ignition is switched off, the set driving profile and the individual settings will remain
selected.
Vehicles with all-wheel drive: if the Snow, Offroad or Offroad Individual driving profile was
selected last, the onroad driving profile that was last active will be activated after the ignition has
been switched off for a long period.
Vehicles without starter button: as soon as the vehicle key is removed from the ignition lock.
Vehicles with starter button: as soon as the driver door is opened when the ignition is switched
off.
Sport functions: select Sport driving profile again.
OR: tap the selector lever of the DSG® dual clutch gearbox backwards to the position S⇒ DSG® dual
clutch gearbox .
Eco functions: select Eco driving profile again.
Characteristics of the driving profiles
Snow: the Snow driving profile makes it easier to control the throttle on icy or snowy roads. It is not
possible to select the S position in the Snow driving profile.
Onroad: under Onroad, you can choose between Eco, Comfort, Normal, Sport and Individual driving
profiles.
Offroad: the Offroad driving profile makes it easier to control the throttle when driving offroad. The
engine brake is always available and gearshifts can be prevented in critical situations. Hill Start Assist
and Hill Descent Control are active in the Offroad driving profile. It is not possible to select the S
position in the Offroad driving profile. When the driving profile is active, the instrument cluster
displays the symbol .
Offroad Individual: enhanced version of the offroad driving profile that can be adapted to the
driver's needs ⇒ Individually adapting a driving profile . When the driving profile is active, the
instrument cluster displays the symbol .
Eco: switches the vehicle into economical mode and helps the driver to drive the vehicle in a fuel-
efficient manner. Depending on the vehicle equipment level, coasting mode is available in the Eco
driving profile.
Comfort: the driving profile creates a comfort-oriented vehicle setup and is suited to poor roads or
long motorway journeys, for example.
Normal: the driving profile has a balanced setup, e.g. for everyday use.
Sport: this setting gives the driver a sporty driving feeling.
Individual: individual vehicle systems can be adjusted to suit personal requirements ⇒ Individually
adapting a driving profile .
WARNING
The vehicle handling may change as a result of the different driving profiles. Never allow driving
profile selection to tempt you into taking any risks when driving.
Always adapt your speed and driving style to the current visibility, weather and road or traffic
conditions.
In vehicles with a DSG® dual clutch gearbox, the system automatically changes to gear position S
when the Sport driving profile is selected. The system automatically change to gear position D when
the Eco driving profile is selected. Since coasting is active in the Eco driving profile, the gearbox
programme E is additionally displayed on the instrument cluster display.
Individually adapting a driving profile
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction
Selecting the Individual driving profile
Switch on the ignition.
Switch on the Infotainment system.
Press the driving profile selection button or turn the control for 4MOTION Active Control until
the LED next to the Onroad driving profile ⇒ Fig. 111 ③ lights up.
Touch the Adjust function button to open the Individual menu.
Selecting the Offroad Individual driving profile
Switch on the ignition.
Switch on the Infotainment system.
Turn the control for the 4MOTION Active Control until the LED next to the Offroad Individual driving
profile ⇒ Fig. 111 ⑤ lights up.
If the Offroad Individual driving profile is already selected, press the MODE button on the
control ⇒ Fig. 111 .
Touch the Adjust function button to open the Individual menu.
Troubleshooting
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction
Fault in the adaptive chassis control (DCC)
Temporarily switching off the lane keeping system
Switch off the lane keeping system in the following situations:
Very sporty driving.
In poor weather conditions and when driving on poor roads.
In roadworks and before crests in the road.
Driver intervention prompt
In the absence of any steering input, the system prompts the driver with acoustic warnings and a
display on the instrument cluster display to take over active steering.
If the driver does not respond, the system will give another warning by initiating a quick jolt of the
brake before switching to passive mode or activating Emergency Assist (with some equipment
levels).
Steering wheel vibration
The following situations can lead to vibration of the steering wheel:
If the corrective steering intervention is not sufficient to keep the vehicle in its lane.
If the system can no longer detect a lane during a significant steering intervention.
If there is a system fault, the lane keeping system can deactivate itself automatically.
Troubleshooting
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction
No camera visibility, error message, system switches itself off
Clean the windscreen ⇒ Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior .
Check whether any damage is visible on the windscreen in the camera's field of view.
The system is not responding as expected
Regularly clean the camera's field of view, and keep it free from snow and ice.
Do not cover the camera's field of view.
Check the area of the windscreen that is in the camera's field of view for damage.
Do not fit any objects to the steering wheel.
Traffic Jam Assist
Traffic Jam Assist helps the driver to keep in lane, and also provides assistance when following other
vehicles in congestion or slow-moving traffic.
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.
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
If necessary, unlock the stowage compartment. The stowage compartment is locked when the key
slot is vertical.
To open: pull the opening lever.
To close: push the stowage compartment upwards.
WARNING
If the stowage compartment on the front passenger side is left open, this can increase the risk of
serious injury in the event of an accident or during sudden braking or driving manoeuvres.
Always keep the stowage compartment closed while the vehicle is in motion.
NOTICE
In some vehicle models, the stowage compartment on the front passenger side contains apertures.
Small items could fall through the apertures and become trapped behind the trim. This could cause
unusual noises and damage to the vehicle.
Stow small objects only in the stowage areas that are intended for such items.
Stowage compartment in the front centre armrest
Fig. 136 In the front centre armrest: stowage compartment.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction
To open: lift the centre armrest ⇒ Fig. 136 .
To close: guide the centre armrest down.
WARNING
The centre armrest can obstruct the driver's arm movements. This can cause accidents and severe
injuries.
Injuries could be caused if the load-through hatch is folded forwards or backwards carelessly or in an
uncontrolled way.
Never fold the load-through hatch forwards or backwards while the vehicle is in motion.
Ensure that the seat belt is not trapped or damaged when folding back the load-through hatch.
Always keep hands, fingers, feet and other body parts away from the swivel area when folding the
load-through hatch forwards and backwards.
The load-through hatch has not been secured properly if the red marking can still be seen on the
locking indicator. Always ensure that the red marking is never visible when the load-through hatch is
in the upright position.
Passengers (children in particular) must not use this seat if the load-through hatch is folded forward
or is not engaged securely into place.
Roof carrier
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Securing roof carriers
⇒ Loading roof carriers
⇒ Notes on use
Depending on the model, the vehicle may be designed for fitting a roof carrier.
Roof carriers can be used to transport bulky items on the roof of the vehicle.
If you are unsure whether a roof carrier can be fitted on your vehicle, please contact a specialist
workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Only roof carriers that have been approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle must be used.
If the vehicle is not approved for use with a roof carrier, do not use or retrofit a roof carrier.
WARNING
When transporting heavy or bulky objects on the roof carrier, the vehicle's handling will change due
to a shift in the centre of gravity and an increased susceptibility to crosswinds.
Always secure loads properly using suitable and undamaged lashing, retaining or securing straps.
Loads that are large, heavy, bulky, long or flat will have a negative effect on the vehicle
aerodynamics, centre of gravity and overall handling.
Avoid abrupt and sudden driving and braking manoeuvres.
Always adapt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.