2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC Index

The doors can be opened from the inside by pulling the door release handle. The indicator lamp in
the button goes out. The unopened doors and boot lid remain locked and cannot be opened from
the outside.
If the driver door is open, it will not be locked.
Opening and closing the driver door manually

Fig. 56 Driver door handle: concealed lock cylinder.

Fig. 57 Driver door handle: lever off cap.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
All doors are normally locked in the case of manual locking. With manual unlocking, only the driver
door is unlocked. Observe information on the anti-theft alarm ⇒ Anti-theft alarm .
Pull on the door release lever until the cap is removed.
Position the key bit at the notch in the driver door handle from below.
Hold your index finger under the key bit.
Lever off the cap with the vehicle key in the direction of the arrow ⇒ Fig. 57 .
Insert the key bit into the lock cylinder and lock or unlock the vehicle.
Pull the door release lever and fit the cap again.

⇒ Fig. 198  Tyre lettering
(example)
Meaning
manufacture:
JHCO
CHWS
Identifier of producing plant and
specifications of the tyre manufacturer
for size and characteristics.
2213 Manufacturing date: 22nd week in
2013.
Information for the end user concerning comparative values for specified basic tyres
(standardised test procedure) ⇒ Customer information :
④ TREADWEAR 280 Relative life expectancy for the tyre, with
reference to a US-specific standard test. Tyres
with the specification 280 wear 2.8 times more
slowly than standard tyres which have a
treadwear value of 100. The performance of tyres
is determined by how they are used and can
deviate significantly from standard values due to
driving style, maintenance, road surface and
climatic conditions.
⑤ TRACTION AA Wet braking response of the tyre (AA, A, B or C).
The wet braking response is tested under
controlled conditions on certified test tracks.
Tyres marked C have a low traction performance.
The traction value assigned to the tyres is based
on linear traction tests and does not include
acceleration, lateral stability, aquaplaning or
traction under maximum load.
⑥ TEMPERATURE A Temperature stability of the tyre at higher test
bench speeds (A, B or C). A and B tyres exceed
legal requirements. The temperature evaluation is
based on tyres with correct pressure and does not
allow for excess pressure. Excessive speed,
incorrect pressure or excess pressure can cause
heat build-up or tyre damage. This applies to one
or a combination of these factors.
⑦ 88 H Load index ⇒ Tyre load  and speed index ⇒ Speed
index .
⑧ Rotation and arrow Denotes direction of rotation of the tyres ⇒ Tyres

⇒ Fig. 198  Tyre lettering
(example)
Meaning
15 Rim diameter in inches.
XL Heavy-duty tyre (Extra Load).
⑲ MAX LOAD 615 KG
(1235 LBS)
US load specification for the maximum load per
wheel.
⑳ SIDEWALL 1 PLY
RAYON
Information about the tyre carcass components:
1 ply of rayon (artificial silk).
TREAD 4 PLIES Information about the tread components:
1 RAYON + 2 STEEL
+ 1 NYLON
In the example there are 4 plies under the tread
surface: 1 ply of rayon (artificial silk), 2 steel belt
plies and 1 nylon ply.
The tyre lettering is located on both sides. Certain labels may only be found on one side of the tyre,
e.g. tyre identification number and manufacturing date.
Any additional numbers and letters are internal codes used by the tyre manufacturer or country-
specific identifiers.
Low-profile tyres
Low-profile tyres have a wider tread surface, larger rim diameter and lower side walls than
conventional wheel/tyre combinations ⇒ . Low-profile tyres can improve the vehicle's handling
and precision. They may however result in a less comfortable ride on poor road surfaces and tracks.
Tyres with directional tread pattern
An arrow on the tyre sidewall indicates the direction of rotation on tyres with directional tread
pattern. The direction of rotation must be observed in all cases. This guarantees the best possible
running characteristics.
If, however, the tyre is fitted in the opposite direction to the tread pattern, you must take more care
when driving as the tyre is now no longer being used according to its designation. The tyre must be
replaced as quickly as possible or be fitted with the tread in the correct direction.
Asymmetrical tyres
Asymmetrical tyres take into account the differing behaviour of the inner and outer areas of the
tread pattern. The sidewalls of asymmetrical tyres are marked to indicate "inside" or "outside".
Make sure that you observe the correct tyre positioning on the wheel rim.
Tyre load
The load index indicates how many kilograms can be loaded onto an individual tyre (tyre load).

Examples:
78425 kg81462 kg83487 kg85515 kg87545 kg88560 kg91615 kg92630 kg93650 kg95690 kg97730
kg99775 kg100800 kg101825 kg102850 kg103875 kg104900 kg
Speed index
The speed index indicates the maximum permitted speed that may be driven with the tyres.
Pmax. 150 km/h (93 mph)Qmax. 160 km/h (99 mph)Rmax. 170 km/h (106 mph)Smax. 180 km/h
(112 mph)Tmax. 190 km/h (118 mph)Umax. 200 km/h (125 mph)Hmax. 210 km/h
(130 mph)Vmax. 240 km/h (149 mph)Wmax. 270 km/h (168 mph)Ymax. 300 km/h
(186 mph)Zover 240 km/h (149 mph)
Some tyre manufacturers use the code ZR for tyres with a maximum permitted speed of over
240 km/h (149 mph).
a) The TIN is the tyre serial number.
Maximum load and speed range for tyres
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Vehicles in the EU and the so-called EU user states are issued an EC Certificate of Conformity. This
details the size, diameter, load rating and speed range of all tyres approved by Volkswagen for the
relevant vehicle type.
The type plate shows whether there is an EC certificate of conformity for this particular vehicle. The
type plate can be seen on the lower part of the door pillar when the driver door is open ⇒ Technical
data .
that the vehicle has an EC certificate of
conformity.
certificate of conformity.
Winter tyres
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Winter or all-year tyres improve the handling and braking response in winter conditions. Volkswagen
recommends that winter tyres be fitted to the vehicle at temperatures below +7°C (+45°F) or in
winter conditions.
Winter tyres and all-year tyres lose a large degree of their effectiveness for winter conditions when
the tread is worn down to a depth of 4 mm.
The following applies when using winter tyres:
-specific legal requirements.
r wheels at the same time.

peed index ⇒ .
Speed limitation
Winter tyres have a speed limit depending on the speed index ⇒ Tyre lettering and tyre type .
Speed warning settings can be made and adjusted in the Infotainment system using the
button and the and Tyres function buttons.
If you use V-rated winter tyres, the speed limits and required tyre pressure are determined by the
engine size. In this case, always ask a Volkswagen dealership about the maximum permitted speed
and required tyre pressure.
All-wheel drive (4MOTION)
Thanks to its all-wheel drive, the vehicle has good traction in winter conditions, even with the
standard tyres. Nevertheless, Volkswagen still recommends that winter tyres or all-year tyres should
be fitted on all four wheels in winter, above all because this will give improved braking efficiency.
Observe information on snow chains⇒ Snow chains .

WARNING
The improved driving characteristics afforded by the winter tyres in winter conditions should not
encourage you to take any risks.
driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.


The vehicle handling is better if summer tyres are fitted at temperatures above +7°C (+45°F). The
rolling noise is quieter, the tyre wear lower and the energy efficiency higher in this case.

In vehicles with a Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, the system has to re-synchronise after wheels are
changed ⇒ Tyre monitoring system .

Volkswagen dealerships can provide details on permissible winter tyre sizes.
Snow chains
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction