2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC Owner´s Manual

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.

Fig. 18 Coolant temperature gauge in the Active Info Display.
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Cold area. The engine has not yet reached operating temperature. Avoid high engine revs and
heavy engine loads until the engine is warm.
Normal area.
Warning area. The temperature may also rise to the hot area when the engine is working hard,
especially at high ambient temperatures.
Coolant
The indicator lamp lights up and the central warning lamp flashes red.
The coolant level is not correct or there is a fault in the coolant system.
Do not drive on!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and allow it to cool down.
Check the coolant level ⇒ Coolant .
Seek expert assistance if the warning lamp does not go out although the coolant level is adequate.
Service interval display

Fig. 19 In the instrument cluster display: display example for a due service event (illustration).
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
The service event displays are shown on the instrument cluster ⇒ Fig. 19  and in the Infotainment
system.
Versions and displays can vary as different versions of the instrument cluster and Infotainment
system are available.
In vehicles with fixed oil change service, services take place at predefined service intervals.

In vehicles with flexible oil change service, the service intervals are calculated on an individual basis.
Technical progress has made it possible to considerably reduce servicing requirements. An oil change
service must only be carried out when required by the vehicle. The individual conditions in which the
vehicle is used and the driver's personal driving style are taken into account. The service reminder is
displayed 30 days before the service is due. The distance is rounded to the nearest 100 km and the
remaining time is rounded to full days.
Service alert
If a service or inspection is due soon, a service alert will appear the next time the ignition is switched
on.
The number of kilometres or amount of time shown correspond to the maximum number of
kilometres or maximum time that can still be driven before the next service.
Service event
In the event of a due service or a due inspection, a signal tone will be given when the ignition is
switched on and the spanner symbol will be displayed for several seconds on the instrument
cluster display. One of the following displays will also appear ⇒ Fig. 19 :
Inspection now!
Oil service now!
Oil service and inspection now!
Checking service schedules
You can access the current scheduled service information when the ignition is switched on, the
engine is not running, and the vehicle is stationary:
Accessing the service schedule in the Infotainment system.
Press the button or function button.
Press the Vehicle and function buttons ⇒ Infotainment system controls and displays .
Select the Service menu option to display the service information.
Vehicles with analogue instrument cluster.
Press and hold the button in the instrument cluster ⇒ Instrument cluster  until the text Service
appears in the display.
Release the button. The current scheduled service will be shown in the display.
Vehicles with digital instrument cluster.
Information on the scheduled service can be accessed only via the Service menu ⇒ Service menu .
Resetting the service interval display

If the service or the inspection was not performed by a Volkswagen dealership, the display can be
reset as follows:
Vehicles with analogue instrument cluster.
Switch off the ignition.
Press and hold the button in the instrument cluster ⇒ Instrument cluster .
Switch on the ignition again.
Release the button when one of the following messages appears on the instrument cluster
display: Reset oil service? or Reset inspection?.
Press the button on the instrument cluster ⇒ Instrument cluster  to confirm.
Vehicles with digital instrument cluster.
The service interval display can be reset only via the Service menu ⇒ Service menu .
Do not reset the service interval display between service intervals otherwise incorrect data will be
shown.
If the oil change service was manually reset, the service interval display then also changes to a fixed
service interval in vehicles with flexible oil change service.

The service message will disappear after a few seconds when the engine is running, or when the
button on the wiper lever or the button on the multifunction steering wheel is pressed
⇒ Operating the instrument cluster .

If the 12-volt vehicle battery was disconnected for long periods in vehicles with flexible service, the
system cannot calculate the time at which the next service is due. The information shown in the
service interval display may therefore be incorrect. In this case, please observe the maximum
permissible service intervals ⇒ Service .
Operating the instrument cluster
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Operating using the wiper lever 
⇒ Operating using the multifunction steering wheel 
⇒ Button for driver assist systems 
Some menu options can be accessed only when the vehicle is stationary.

The buttons on the wiper lever are omitted in vehicles equipped with a multifunction steering wheel
⇒ Operating using the wiper lever .

WARNING
Accidents and injuries can occur if the driver is distracted.
Never operate the menus on the instrument cluster display while the vehicle is in motion.

Check the system settings after charging or replacing the 12-volt vehicle battery. System settings
may be changed or deleted if the power supply is interrupted.
Operating using the wiper lever

Fig. 20 On the right of the steering column: buttons on the wiper lever (illustration).
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
If any priority 1 ⇒ Instrument cluster  warning messages are displayed, you will be unable to open
any menus. Some warnings can be confirmed and hidden using the button ⇒ Fig. 20  ①.
Selecting a menu or information display
Switch on the ignition.
Personalisation: select user.
If a message or vehicle pictogram is displayed, press the ⇒ Fig. 20  ① button, several times if
necessary.
To display the menus ⇒ Instrument cluster menus  or to return from a menu or an information
display to the menu selection, hold down the rocker switch ⇒ Fig. 20  ②.
To browse through the menus, press the rocker switch up or down.
To open the menu or information display, press button ⇒ Fig. 20  ① or wait until the menu or
information display opens automatically after a few seconds.
Changing settings in menus

In the menu displayed, press the rocker switch ⇒ Fig. 20  ② on the wiper lever upwards or
downwards until the desired menu option is marked. A frame appears around the selected option.
Press the ⇒ Fig. 20  ① button to make the required changes. A tick indicates that the particular
system or function is active.
Returning to menu selection
In the menu, select the Back menu option to exit the menu.

If warning messages about malfunctions are displayed when the ignition is switched on, it may not
be possible to adjust some settings as described, or the information display may appear differently.
If this is the case, take the vehicle to a qualified workshop to have the malfunction rectified.
Operating using the multifunction steering wheel

Fig. 21 Right-hand side of the multifunction steering wheel: controls for using the menus and
information displays in the instrument cluster.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
If any priority 1 ⇒ Warning and information messages  warning messages are displayed, you will be
unable to open any menus. Some warnings can be confirmed and hidden with the button on the
multifunction steering wheel ⇒ Fig. 21 .
Selecting a menu or information display
Switch on the ignition.
Personalisation: select user.
If a message or the vehicle pictogram is displayed, press the button ⇒ Fig. 21 , several times if
required.
Press the or button to display a menu or browse through a menu ⇒ Fig. 21 .
To open the menu or information display, press ⇒ Fig. 21  or wait until the menu or information
display opens automatically after a few seconds.
Changing settings in menus

In the displayed menu, press the arrow keys or ⇒ Fig. 21  until the desired menu option is
marked. A frame appears around the selected option.
Press the button ⇒ Fig. 21  to make the required changes. A tick indicates that the particular
system or function is active.
Returning to menu selection
Press the or button ⇒ Fig. 21 .

If warning messages about malfunctions are displayed when the ignition is switched on, it may not
be possible to adjust some settings as described, or the information display may appear differently.
If this is the case, take the vehicle to a qualified workshop to have the malfunction rectified.
Button for driver assist systems

Fig. 22 On the turn signal and main beam lever on the left of the steering column: button for driver
assist systems.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
You can switch the driver assist systems listed in the Assist systems menu on and off with the button
on the turn signal and main beam lever.
Switching individual driver assist systems on and off
Press the button ⇒ Fig. 22  in the direction of the arrow to open the Assist systems menu.
Select the driver assist system and switch it on or off ⇒ Operating the instrument cluster . A tick
indicates that a driver assist system is switched on.
Mark and confirm your selection by pressing the button on the wiper lever, or by
pressing the button on the multifunction steering wheel.
The driver assist systems can also be switched on and off in the vehicle settings in the Infotainment
system ⇒ Vehicle settings menu .
Infotainment system controls and displays

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Vehicle settings menu 
⇒ Performance monitor 
⇒ Lap timer 
⇒ Personalisation 
The Infotainment system combines key vehicle systems in a central operating unit, e.g. menu
settings, radio or navigation system.
General information on operation
The following section contains relevant information on the settings that can be adjusted in the
Vehicle settings menu. Basic information on operating the Infotainment system and on warning and
safety instructions is contained in a separate manual ⇒BookletInfotainment system,.
Systems settings and vehicle information display
After pressing the button or touching the function button followed by the Vehicle function
button, touch the corresponding function buttons to display information or make settings. The
current status of systems can be checked or system faults displayed by touching the function
button in the Vehicle status menu.
Vehicle settings (setup) ⇒ Vehicle settings menu .
Think Blue. Trainer. ⇒ Think Blue. Trainer. 
Performance monitor ⇒ Performance monitor .
Lap timer ⇒ Lap timer .
Offroad display ⇒ Offroad driving situations .
Auxiliary heater settings ⇒ Auxiliary heater and ventilation .
Active media.
Driving data.
Vehicle status.
Convenience consumers.
Radio station selection.

WARNING
Accidents and injuries can occur if the driver is distracted. Operating the Infotainment system can
distract you from the road.