2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC key

If the vehicle key has been removed from the ignition lock and the driver door opened, acoustic
warnings sound under the following conditions:
If the parking light is switched on.
If the side lights are switched on or the rear fog light is switched on .
When the Coming Home function is switched on, no signal tone will be given as a reminder that a
light is still switched on when leaving the vehicle.

Some settings can be stored in the user accounts of the personalisation function and therefore
change when the user account changes ⇒ Personalisation .
Troubleshooting
Turn signal indicator lamp
If a turn signal on the vehicle has failed, the indicator lamp will start flashing twice as fast.
The indicator lamp flashes green.
Check the lighting and change the appropriate bulb as required ⇒ Changing bulbs .
If the problem persists, go to a qualified workshop.
Does not apply in China and Japan: trailer turn signals indicator lamp
The indicator lamp goes out if a trailer turn signal or all trailer lights stop working.
The indicator lamp flashes green.
Check the lighting and change the appropriate bulb as required ⇒ Changing bulbs .
If the problem persists, go to a qualified workshop.
Vehicle lighting not working
Vehicle lighting has failed either completely or partially.
The indicator lamp lights up yellow.
Check the lighting and change the appropriate bulb as required ⇒ Changing bulbs .
If the problem persists, go to a qualified workshop.
Fault in rain/light sensor
In the light switch position , the vehicle lighting is not switched on or off automatically.
The indicator lamp lights up yellow.
Switch the ignition off and on.
If the problem persists, go to a qualified workshop.

Switching over headlights for driving abroad (travel mode)
If you have to drive a right-hand drive vehicle in a left-hand drive country, or vice versa, the
asymmetric dipped beam headlights may dazzle oncoming traffic. The headlights must therefore be
switched over when you travel to these countries.
With some equipment levels, the headlight alignment can be adjusted in the Infotainment system in
the Vehicle settings menu ⇒ Infotainment system controls and displays .
In vehicles in which the headlights cannot be switched over in the menu, masking stickers should be
applied to certain parts of the headlight lenses, or the headlights should be adjusted by a qualified
workshop. A qualified workshop can provide you with further information. Volkswagen recommends
using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.

Travel mode may be used only for a short period. Please contact a qualified workshop for a
permanent conversion. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Interior lighting
Instrument and switch lighting
The brightness of the instrument and switch lighting can be adjusted in the Infotainment system in
the Vehicle settings menu ⇒ Infotainment system controls and displays .
The brightness setting is automatically adjusted to the changing light conditions in the vehicle.
When the light switch is in position , a sensor will switch the dipped beam and the lighting in
the instruments and switches on and off automatically depending on the ambient brightness level.

When the light is switched off and the ignition switched on, the instrument and switch lighting
(needles and scales) is switched on. As the ambient light becomes lower, the illumination of the
scales is automatically reduced and may be switched off entirely. This function is intended to remind
the driver to switch on the dipped beam in good time, i.e. when driving through tunnels.
Interior and reading lights
Press the appropriate button or move the switch to the appropriate position:
Switch off the interior light.Switch on the interior lights.The interior lights are switched on
automatically when the vehicle is unlocked, a door is opened or the vehicle key is removed from the
ignition.Switch the reading light on or off.
Stowage compartment and luggage compartment lights
A light will be switched on and off when the stowage compartment on the front passenger side or
the boot lid is opened or closed.
Background lighting

Depending on the equipment level, the background lighting provides indirect light in various areas of
the vehicle interior.
The front footwell may also be illuminated.
The brightness of the background lighting can be adjusted in the Infotainment system in the Vehicle
settings menu ⇒ Infotainment system controls and displays .

The lights go out when the vehicle is locked or after a delay of a few minutes when the vehicle key is
removed from the ignition lock. This prevents the 12-volt vehicle battery from discharging.

Some settings can be stored in the user accounts of the personalisation function and therefore
change automatically when the user account changes ⇒ Personalisation .
Visibility
Wipers
Operating the wiper lever

Fig. 83 On the right of the steering column: operating the windscreen wipers.

Fig. 84 On the right of the steering column: operating the rear window wiper.
The wipers will work only when the ignition is switched on and the bonnet and boot lid are closed.
Move the wiper lever to the desired position ⇒ :

Swivel the rotary knob forwards, backwards, right or left in the direction of the arrow in order to
adjust the exterior mirror.
Electrically fold in the exterior mirrors ⇒ .Switch on the exterior mirror heating. The
exterior mirror heating heats only at ambient temperatures below +20°C (+68°F) and initially with
the highest setting. Heating takes place dependent on the ambient temperature after around
two minutes.Adjust the left-hand exterior mirror.Adjust the right-hand exterior mirror.Zero
position. The exterior mirror cannot be adjusted and all functions are switched off.
Activating the exterior mirror functions
The following exterior mirror functions must be activated once in the Infotainment system in
the Vehicle settings menu ⇒ Infotainment system controls and displays :
Synchronous mirror adjustment
Synchronous mirror adjustment means that the right-hand exterior mirror is also adjusted at the
same time when you adjust the left-hand exterior mirror.
Turn the rotary knob to position .
Adjust the left-hand exterior mirror. The right-hand exterior mirror will be adjusted at the same time
(synchronously).
Correct the settings for the right-hand exterior mirror if necessary: swivel the rotary knob to
position and adjust the right-hand exterior mirror.
Folding in the exterior mirrors while parking
When the vehicle is locked or unlocked from the outside, the exterior mirrors fold in or out
automatically. For this, the rotary knob must be in position , , or .
If the rotary knob for the electrically adjustable exterior mirrors is in position , the exterior
mirrors stay folded in.
Saving and recalling the front passenger exterior mirror settings for reversing
Unlock the vehicle with the vehicle key to which the settings should be assigned.
Switch on the electronic parking brake.
Switch on the ignition.
Put the gearbox into neutral.
Select reverse gear.
Adjust the front passenger exterior mirror so that you have a good view of the kerb area, for
example.
The set mirror position will be saved and assigned to the vehicle key.
Turn the rotary knob for the exterior mirrors to position .

Remove the battery cover.
Remove the button cell.
Insert a new button cell of the same type, paying attention to the correct polarity.
Insert the battery cover into the remote control housing.
Slide the battery cover in the opposite direction of the arrow ⇒ Fig. 93  until it clicks into place.

DANGER
Swallowing batteries with a diameter of 20 mm or other button cells can result in serious or even
fatal injuries within a very short period of time.
Always keep the remote control key, key ring with batteries, spare batteries, button cells and other
batteries that are larger than 20 mm out of the reach of children.
Call for medical help immediately you suspect that someone has swallowed a battery.

NOTICE
The remote control contains electronic components. For this reason, protect the remote control
from moisture, excessive vibration and direct sunlight.
Unsuitable batteries can damage the remote control. Replace discharged batteries only with new
batteries of the same voltage rating, size and specification.
Make sure the polarity is correct when inserting the battery.

Dispose of discharged batteries in accordance with environmental regulations.

The battery in the remote control may contain perchlorate. Observe the applicable legislation
regarding disposal.
Driving
Notes on driving
Pedals

Fig. 94 In the footwell: pedals in vehicles with a manual gearbox.

Fig. 95 In the footwell: pedals in vehicles with a dual clutch gearbox.
Key to ⇒ Fig. 94  and ⇒ Fig. 95 :
Accelerator
Brake pedal
Vehicles with manual gearbox: clutch pedal
The operation and freedom of movement of all pedals must never be impaired by objects or floor
mats.
Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area free and can be securely fastened in the footwell so
that they do not slip.

WARNING
Objects in the driver footwell can interfere with pedal operation. This can lead to loss of control of
the vehicle and increase the risk of serious injury.
Make sure that all pedals can always be operated without any interference.
The floor mats must always be properly secured in the footwell.
Never place additional floor mats or other floor coverings over the fitted floor mat.
Make sure that no objects can enter the driver footwell while the vehicle is in motion.
If there are any objects in the footwell, remove them when the vehicle is parked.

NOTICE
Free access to the pedals must be ensured at all times. For example, a larger brake pedal travel will
be necessary in order to stop the vehicle if a brake circuit fails. The brake pedal will have to be
depressed further and harder than normal.
Gear-change indicator

Fig. 96 On the instrument cluster display: gear-change indicator.
Key to ⇒ Fig. 96 :
Currently selected gear.
Recommended gear.
Depending on the vehicle's equipment level, the instrument cluster display may indicate a gear
which should be selected to reduce fuel consumption while the vehicle is in motion.
Vehicles with DSG dual clutch gearbox: the selector lever must be in the Tiptronic position for
this ⇒ Changing gear using Tiptronic .
No recommended gear is indicated if the most suitable gear is already selected. The currently
selected gear is displayed.
Information on cleaning the particulate filter
The engine management system recognises when the particulate filter is becoming saturated and
supports regeneration of the filter by recommending the most suitable gear when driving. Compared
with normal driving, this may mean driving with an increased engine speed ⇒ Particulate filter .

CAUTION
The gear-change indicator is designed only to assist the driver and cannot replace the driver's own
judgement.
The driver has full responsibility for selecting the correct gear in all situations, e.g. when overtaking
or when driving up and down hills.

Driving in the correct gear can help to reduce fuel consumption.

The alternator is driven by the engine and generates electrical power for convenience consumers
such as the air conditioning system, windscreen heating and ventilation. Saving electrical energy is
easy, e.g.:
Open the windows and doors before driving at high outside temperatures and drive for a short
distance with a window open. Only then switch the air conditioning system on.
Switch the convenience consumers off as soon as they have served their purpose.

WARNING
Adapt your speed and distance from the vehicles ahead to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic
conditions.

Inform yourself about other ways of protecting the environment. Think Blue. is the global
Volkswagen trademark for sustainability and environmental compatibility.

Your Volkswagen dealership can provide you with further information on maintenance and energy-
efficient replacement parts, e.g. new tyres.
Think Blue. Trainer.
The Think Blue. Trainer analyses and visualises your driving style and helps you to drive more
economically.

Fig. 98 In the Infotainment system: Think Blue. Trainer.
Key to ⇒ Fig. 98 :

Blue Score:
The higher the displayed value on a scale from 0 to 100, the more efficient your driving style. A blue
border symbolises an efficient and constant driving style. A grey border indicates an inefficient
driving style.