2021 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN Rear

The cigarette lighter socket can also be used as a 12-volt socket ⇒ Electrical sockets.
Electrical sockets
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Sockets in the vehicle
Electrical equipment can be connected to the sockets in the vehicle.
The electrical devices must be in good condition. Do not use faulty devices.
The 12-volt socket will work only when the ignition is switched on.
Using electrical consumers with the engine switched off and the ignition switched on will
drain the 12-volt battery.
Unshielded devices can cause interference in the Infotainment system and vehicle
electronics.
Sockets in the vehicle
Fig. 177 In the front stowage compartment, in the rear centre console or in the luggage
compartment on the left-hand side: folding 12-volt socket ① or 12-volt socket with removable cover
②.
Improper use of the cigarette lighter can cause fires, burns and other serious injuries.
•Always use the cigarette lighter properly, and only use it to light tobacco products.
•Never leave children in the vehicle unattended. The cigarette lighter can be used when
the ignition is switched on.
WARNING
Improper use of the sockets and electrical accessories can cause fires and severe injuries.
•Never leave children in the vehicle unattended. Sockets and the devices connected to
them can be used when the ignition is switched on.
•If the electrical device gets too hot, switch off the device immediately and disconnect it
from the socket.
WARNING
•In order to prevent damage to the electrical system, never connect equipment that
supplies electric power, such as solar panels or battery chargers for charging the 12-
volt battery, to the 12-volt socket.
•Only use electrical devices that have been approved in accordance with current
guidelines concerning electromagnetic compatibility.
•In order to avoid damage due to voltage fluctuation, always switch off any electrical
devices before switching the ignition or the engine on or off. When the start/stop
system automatically switches off and restarts the engine, it is not necessary to switch
off any connected electrical consumers.
•Never connect electrical devices requiring more than the rated power to a 12-volt
socket. The vehicle's electrical system can be damaged if the maximum power output is
exceeded.
•Observe the operating instructions for any electrical device that you plug into the
socket.
NOTICE

•If necessary, fold back the rear seat backrest and allow it to engage securely.
•If necessary, adjust the headlight range ⇒ Headlights.
•Adjust the tyre pressure according to the vehicle load. Observe the tyre pressure sticker ⇒ Tyre 
pressure.
•In vehicles with a tyre monitoring system, set the new vehicle load level as necessary ⇒ Tyre 
monitoring systems.
Do not cover the ventilation openings in the area around the rear window as this prevents
stale air escaping from the vehicle.
Luggage compartment cover
Fig. 181 In the luggage compartment: removing and installing the luggage compartment cover.
Objects that are not secured, or are secured incorrectly, can cause serious injuries in the
event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre or accident. This applies particularly if
objects are struck by the airbag when activated and then flung through the vehicle
interior. To reduce the risk of accidents, please observe the following guidelines:
•Always stow all objects in the vehicle securely.
•Small and light objects should also be secured.
•Objects should be stowed in the vehicle interior in such a way that they can never
enter the airbag deployment zones while the vehicle is in motion.
•Always keep stowage compartments closed while the vehicle is in motion.
•Stowed objects must never cause passengers to assume an incorrect sitting position.
•If an item is being stowed on a seat, this seat must not be used by any passengers.
•Do not stow any hard, heavy or sharp objects loose in any of the vehicle's open
stowage areas, on the surface behind the rear seat backrest or on the dash panel.
•Remove any hard, heavy or sharp objects from items of clothing and bags inside the
vehicle and stow them securely.
WARNING
Transporting heavy objects changes the vehicle's handling and increases the braking
distance. Heavy loads that are not properly stowed or secured in the vehicle can lead to a
loss of vehicle control and can cause serious injury.
•Never exceed the vehicle's maximum payload. Both the payload and the distribution of
the load in the vehicle will have an effect on the driving response and braking distance
of the vehicle.
•Transporting heavy objects changes the vehicle's handling and the centre of gravity.
•The payload should be distributed as evenly as possible in the vehicle.
•Always secure heavy objects in the luggage compartment as far in front of the rear axle
as possible.
•Loose objects in the luggage compartment can suddenly slide and change the way the
vehicle handles.
•Always adapt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic
conditions.
•Accelerate carefully and gently.
•Avoid sudden braking and driving manoeuvres.
•Brake earlier than in normal driving.
WARNING
Objects rubbing against the rear windows may damage or destroy the heating wires or,
depending on the vehicle equipment, also the aerial.
NOTICE

When the boot lid ⇒ Boot lid is opened and closed, the luggage compartment cover is also raised
and lowered if the straps are attached.
Light items of clothing can be placed on the luggage compartment cover. Please ensure that the
view to the rear of the vehicle is not obstructed.
Removing the luggage compartment cover
•Unhook the retaining straps from the boot lid ⇒ Fig. 181 (upper arrowsyf.
•Pull the luggage compartment cover out of the side retainers ⇒ Fig. 181 (lower arrowsyf.
Fitting the luggage compartment cover
•Push the luggage compartment cover into the side retainers ⇒ Fig. 181 (lower arrowsyf.
•Hook the retaining straps to the boot lid ⇒ Fig. 181 (upper arrowsyf.
Stowing the luggage compartment cover
•Depending on the equipment level, the removed luggage compartment cover can be stowed
under the variable luggage compartment floor ⇒ Luggage compartment floor.
Luggage compartment floor
Variable luggage compartment floor
Fig. 182 In the luggage compartment: raising the luggage compartment floor.
Fig. 183 In the luggage compartment: adjusting the height of the luggage compartment floor.
Opening the luggage compartment floor
•Lift the recessed handle in the luggage compartment floor ⇒ Fig. 182 and fold the floor
upwards in the direction of the arrow until it is held in position by the side restraints (zoomed inyf
⇒ Fig. 182.
Closing the luggage compartment floor
•Guide the luggage compartment floor downwards into position ⇒.
Adjusting the height of the luggage compartment floor
Depending on the equipment level, the luggage compartment floor is height-adjustable.
Objects that are not secured or are secured incorrectly, or animals on the luggage
compartment cover, could cause serious injuries in any sudden driving or braking
manoeuvre or accident.
•Do not stow any hard, heavy or sharp items either loose or in bags on the luggage
compartment cover.
•Never transport pets on the luggage compartment cover.
WARNING
To prevent damage to the luggage compartment cover, do not load it to such a height that
the load will press against the luggage compartment cover when the boot lid is closed.
NOTICE

•If necessary, unclip the luggage net ⇒ Luggage net and remove the securing straps.
•Lift the luggage compartment floor and pull it rearwards out of the guides on the sides of the
luggage compartment ⇒ Fig. 183.
•Insert the luggage compartment floor into the guides at the required height and push it forwards
as far as it will go ⇒ Fig. 183, .
Depending on the vehicle equipment, there may be compartments for stowing small items
under the luggage compartment floor.
Volkswagen recommends that you secure items to the fastening rings with the aid of fixing or
securing straps.
Net partition
Folding the net partition in and out
Fig. 184 Folding out the net partition.
Fig. 185 Folding in the net partition.
The net partition must be folded out before being fitted in the vehicle.
Folding out the net partition
Remove the net partition from the bag and roll out.
Fold out the net partition side rods ⇒ Fig. 184① and ② as shown by the arrow until it audibly
clicks.
Folding in the net partition
•Press the release button ⇒ Fig. 185①. With the release button pressed down, fold in the rod
in the direction of the arrow.
•Press the release button ⇒ Fig. 185②. With the release button pressed down, fold in the rod
in the direction of the arrow.
•Roll up the net partition and store in the bag.
•Stow the bag securely in the vehicle.
Using the net partition
Never drop the luggage compartment floor; guide it slowly back down. The trims or the
luggage compartment floor could otherwise be damaged.
NOTICE

Fig. 186 Fitted net partition.
The net partition is intended to prevent objects from being propelled from the luggage compartment
into the passenger compartment, e.g. during sudden braking manoeuvres.
Fitting the net partition
The net partition can be fitted behind the rear bench seat or behind the front seats when the second
row of seats are folded down, depending on the equipment.
•Remove the luggage compartment cover, if necessary ⇒ Luggage compartment cover.
•Fold out the net partition ⇒ Folding the net partition in and out.
•Hook the net partition into the left holder in the roof ⇒ Fig. 186Ⓐ. Ensure that the transverse
rod is pulled up over the upper position so that it latches securely in the slots.
•Fit the net partition into the opposite right-hand holder in the roof by pushing the rod together
⇒ Fig. 186Ⓐ.
•Attach both securing hooks of the net partition to the fastening rings in the luggage
compartment ⇒ Fig. 186Ⓑ and pull the straps taut.
Removing the net partition
•Remove the luggage compartment cover, if necessary ⇒ Luggage compartment cover.
•Loosen the net partition straps.
•Unhook the securing hooks of the net partition from the fastening rings ⇒ Fig. 186Ⓑ.
•Detach the net partition from the right-hand holder in the roof ⇒ Fig. 186Ⓐ by pushing the rod
together.
•Unhook the net partition from the left-hand holder in the roof.
•Fold in the net partition ⇒ Folding the net partition in and out.
•If necessary, fit the luggage compartment cover ⇒ Luggage compartment cover.
Luggage compartment equipment
Fastening rings
Fig. 187 In the luggage compartment: fixed and folding fastening rings.
There are fastening rings ⇒ Fig. 187 at the front and rear of the luggage compartment which can
be used to secure loose items and luggage with the help of lashing, retaining or securing straps.
In the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or accident, objects could be flung through
the interior and lead to severe or fatal injuries.
•Ensure that the rods are securely engaged.
•Objects should be secured even when the net partition is correctly fitted.
•While the vehicle is moving, no passengers may travel behind the fitted net partition.
WARNING
Improper attachment of the net partition to points not intended for this use can cause
damage.
NOTICE

Fig. 189 In the luggage compartment: bag hook.
A bag hook may be located on the left and right-hand side of the luggage compartment ⇒ Fig. 189.
Load-through hatch
Fig. 190 In the rear seat backrest: opening the load-through hatch.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, a load-through hatch may be located behind the centre
armrest in the rear seat backrest. This can be used to transport long objects in the vehicle interior,
such as skis.
Opening the load-through hatch
•Press the release button ⇒ Fig. 190① and fold the load-through hatch forwards ⇒.
•Open the boot lid.
•Push the long objects through the load-through hatch from the luggage compartment.
•Secure the objects with the seat belt.
•Close the boot lid.
Closing the load-through hatch
•Fold back the load-through hatch and push it firmly into the lock until it clicks securely into
place. The red marking on the locking indicator ⇒ Fig. 190② should no longer be visible ⇒
.
Removeable lights
Never use the bag hook for lashing down items of luggage or other objects. The bag hook
could break off during a sudden braking manoeuvre or in the event of an accident.
WARNING
Do not load the bag hook with more than 2.5 kg.
NOTICE
Failure to pay attention when folding the load-through hatch forwards or backwards may
result in injuries.
•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 seat 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.
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folded forward or is not clicked securely into place.
WARNING

Driving with a trailer not only places an extra load on the vehicle, but also requires increased
concentration on the part of the driver.
Vehicles with start/stop system
If the connected trailer is not recognised, or when using towing brackets that were not retrofitted by
Volkswagen, the start/stop system must be deactivated manually using the button in the
centre console before starting to tow a trailer, and must remain switched off for as long as the trailer
is being towed ⇒.
Always switch off the anti-theft alarm before a trailer is hitched or unhitched or a bicycle
carrier is loaded or unloaded ⇒ Central and manual locking. The tilt sensor could otherwise trigger
an alarm unintentionally.
With a new engine, do not tow a trailer during the first 1,000 km ⇒ Running in the engine.
Some retro-fitted towing brackets may cover the aperture for fitting the towing eye. If so, the
towing eye cannot be used for towing or tow-starting other vehicles. For this reason, the retro-fitted
towing bracket ball head should be stored in the vehicle at all times.
It is dangerous to transport people in a trailer and it may also be illegal.
DANGER
Improper use of the towing bracket can lead to a loss of vehicle control, accidents and
serious injuries.
•Only use the towing bracket if it is fitted properly and is not damaged.
•Do not carry out any alterations or repairs to the towing bracket.
•Wherever possible, swivel in or remove the ball head when a trailer is not being used in
order to reduce the risk of injury in rear-end collisions, and the risk of injury to
pedestrians and cyclists when the vehicle is parked.
•Never install a weight-distributing or load-balancing towing bracket to the vehicle. The
vehicle is not constructed for these kinds of towing brackets. The towing bracket can
fail, causing the trailer to tear loose from the vehicle.
WARNING
Towing a trailer and transporting heavy or bulky items can change the vehicle handling,
increase the braking distance and lead to accidents.
•Always secure loads properly using suitable and undamaged securing straps.
•Always adapt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic
conditions. Reduce your speed, particularly when going downhill.
•Trailers with a high centre of gravity are more likely to tip over than trailers with a low
centre of gravity.
•Always drive carefully and think ahead. Accelerate carefully and gently. Avoid abrupt
and sudden driving and braking manoeuvres.
•Take special care when overtaking. Reduce your speed immediately if the trailer shows
even the slightest sign of snaking.
•Never drive faster than 80 km/h (50 mphyfZKHQWRZLQJDWUDLOHUDOVRNPKPSK\f
in exceptional cases. This also applies to countries where higher speeds are permitted.
Keep to country-specific speed limits which may be lower for vehicles with trailers than
for vehicles without trailers.
•Never try to stop a trailer from snaking by increasing your speed.
•Never install a weight-distributing or load-balancing towing bracket on the vehicle.
WARNING
The start/stop system must always be switched off manually when towing a trailer using
towing brackets that have not been retrofitted by Volkswagen. Otherwise faults can occur
in the brake system, possibly resulting in accidents and serious injuries.
WARNING
Observe the instructions and information relating to vehicles with N1 approval
⇒ Information about vehicles with N1 approval (light commercial vehicleyf.
NOTICE

Technical requirements
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Engine cooling system
There is an increased load on the engine and the engine cooling system when trailer towing. The
engine cooling system must contain sufficient engine coolant and be able to cope with the extra
load added by the trailer.
Trailer brake
If the trailer is equipped with its own brake system, comply with the relevant regulations.
Trailer tail light clusters
The trailer tail light clusters must work correctly and meet legal requirements. Do not exceed the
maximum power consumption for the trailer.
Exterior mirrors
If you are unable to see the traffic behind the trailer in the vehicle's standard exterior mirrors,
additional exterior mirrors should be fitted in accordance with any country-specific regulations.
Before setting off, adjust the mirrors so that you have a sufficient view of the rear.
Retrofitting a towing bracket
Only use a towing bracket which has been approved by Volkswagen for your vehicle type. Always
check and follow the data provided by the towing bracket manufacturer.
Maximum power consumption of the trailer's electrical consumers
Never exceed the specified values.
Europe, Asia, Africa, South and Central America
All brake lights84 watts
Turn signal per side42 watts
All side lights100 watts
All tail lights42 watts
Rear fog light42 watts
Australia
All brake lights108 watts
Turn signal per side54 watts
All side lights100 watts
All tail lights54 watts
Rear fog light54 watts
Towing a trailer places additional demands on the vehicle. Volkswagen recommends
additional services between the normal inspection intervals if the vehicle is used frequently for
towing a trailer.
Electrically adjustable ball coupling
If the towing bracket is unsuitable or incorrectly fitted, the trailer could become detached
from the towing vehicle. This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.
•Never fit a towing bracket to the rear bumper or to its fastenings. The towing bracket
must not prevent the rear bumper from functioning correctly.
•Do not carry out any alterations to the exhaust or brake systems.
WARNING
•The vehicle electronics may be damaged if the trailer's power consumption is too high.
•Never connect the trailer's electrical system directly to the electrical connections of the
tail lights or to other sources of electricity. Only use suitable connectors to provide
power to the trailer.
NOTICE