2021 VOLKSWAGEN UP! light

Fig. 87 Coat hooks on the centre door pillars
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Introduction
Coat hooks
Coat hooks ⇒ Fig. 87 are located on the centre door pillars (arrow).
Other stowage areas:
•In the front door trims ⇒ Vehicle interior.
•In front of the rear seats ⇒ Fig. 86.
•On top of the luggage compartment cover for light items of clothing.
•Bag hooks in the luggage compartment ⇒ Luggage compartment.
•In the upper part of the centre console instead of the radio ⇒ Fig. 7⑤.
•Coat hooks on the centre door pillars ⇒ Fig. 87.
Drink holder
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Drink holder in centre console
Drink holder
Bottle holders for bottles containing up to 1.5 litres are located in the open stowage areas of the
driver and front passenger doors.
Additional information and warnings:
•Cleaning and caring for the interior ⇒ Cleaning and caring for the interior
Drink holder in centre console
Hanging up items of clothing can restrict the driver's field of vision and cause accidents and
serious injuries.
•Always hang items of clothing in such a way that they do not restrict the driver's field of
vision.
•The clothes hook in the vehicle should only be used for transporting light items of clothing.
Never leave any heavy, hard or sharp objects in the pockets.
WARNING
Incorrect use of the drink holders can cause injury.
•Do not place hot drink containers in the drink holders. Hot drinks in a drink holder could be
spilled and cause scalding in any sudden braking manoeuvre or accident.
•Ensure that drink bottles or any other objects do not enter the driver footwell and obstruct
the pedals while the vehicle is in motion.
•Never place heavy cups, food or any other heavy items in the drink holder. These heavy
objects could be flung through the vehicle interior during an accident and cause serious
injuries.
WARNING
Closed drink bottles can explode in the vehicle in extreme heat or crack in extremely cold
temperatures.
•Never leave closed drink bottles in an extremely hot or extremely cold vehicle for extended
periods.
WARNING
Do not leave any open drink containers in the drink holder while the vehicle is in motion.
Drinks that are spilled, for example during braking, can damage the vehicle and the vehicle
electric system.
NOTICE

Fig. 88 In the front centre console: drink holder with clip
Fig. 89 In the rear centre console: drink holder
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Introduction
Drink holders are located in the front and rear centre consoles.
Securing drink containers in the drink holder
Depending on the level of vehicle equipment, the front drink holder may be fitted with a clip that can
folded in and out ⇒ Fig. 88.
Fold the drink holder clip forwards.
Place the drink container in the drink holder so that it is held securely by the clip.
Ashtray and cigarette lighter
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Ashtray
⇒ Cigarette lighter
Additional information and warnings:
•Electrical socket ⇒ Socket
•Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs
and renewal of parts
Ashtray
Fig. 90 In the front centre console: opening the ashtray
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Introduction
Improper use of the ashtray and cigarette lighter could cause fires, burns and other serious
injuries.
•Never put paper or any other combustible materials in the ashtray.
WARNING

Opening and closing the ashtray
To open, lift the ashtray cover in the direction of the arrow ⇒ Fig. 90.
To close, push the ashtray cover down as far as it will go.
Emptying the ashtray
•Lift the ashtray out of the drink holder.
•Once it has been emptied, place the ashtray back into the drink holder from above.
Cigarette lighter
Fig. 91 In the front centre console: cigarette lighter
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Introduction
•With the ignition switched on, press in the knob on the cigarette lighter ⇒ Fig. 91.
•Wait for the lighter to pop out.
•Pull out the cigarette lighter and light the tobacco product on the glowing spiral ⇒.
•Insert the cigarette lighter back into the socket.
The opening for the cigarette lighter can also be used as a 12-volt socket ⇒ .
Socket
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Socket in the vehicle
Electrical equipment can be connected to the socket in the vehicle.
All devices connected must be in good condition and fault-free.
Additional information and warnings:
•Cigarette lighter ⇒ Ashtray and cigarette lighter
•Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs
and renewal of parts
•Consumer information ⇒ Consumer information
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

After the engine is switched off, the radiator fan in the engine compartment may run on for
some minutes, even if the ignition is switched off or the vehicle key has been removed. The radiator
fan will switch itself off automatically.
Electronic immobilizer
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Introduction
The immobilizer helps to prevent the engine from being started and driven with an unauthorised
vehicle key.
There is a chip in the key. It automatically deactivates the immobilizer when the vehicle key is
inserted into the ignition lock.
The electronic immobilizer is automatically activated when the vehicle key is removed from the
ignition lock.
The engine can only be started using a genuine Volkswagen vehicle key with the correct code.
Coded vehicle keys are available from a Volkswagen dealership ⇒ Vehicle key set.
If a non-authorised vehicle key has been used, the display in the instrument cluster will show
. The vehicle cannot be used if this occurs. Remove the non-authorised vehicle key from
the ignition lock and used an authorised vehicle key.
The vehicle cannot be operated properly if you do not have a genuine Volkswagen key.
Changing gear
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Warning and indicator lamp
⇒ Pedals
⇒ Manual gearbox: selecting a gear
⇒ Automated manual gearbox: selecting a gear
⇒ Changing gear with Tiptronic
⇒ Driving with an automated manual gearbox
⇒ Fault in the automated manual gearbox
⇒ Gear-change indicator (manual gearbox)
The following will occur if reverse gear is selected and the ignition is
switched on:
•The reverse light comes on.
•The rear window wiper will move once when the windscreen wipers are switched on.
•The ParkPilot may switch on.
Additional information and warnings:
•Overview of the centre console ⇒ Overview of the centre console
•Instruments ⇒ Instruments
•Braking, stopping and parking ⇒ Braking, stopping and parking
•Pull-away assist systems ⇒ Pull-away assist systems
•ParkPilot ⇒ ParkPilot
•Engine management system and exhaust purification system ⇒ Engine management system
and exhaust purification system
Never switch off the engine while the vehicle is in motion. This can lead to a loss of vehicle
control, accidents and serious injuries.
•The airbags and belt tensioners will not work if the ignition is switched off.
•The brake servo will not work when the engine is switched off. More force is required on
the brake pedal to stop the vehicle.
•The power steering will not function if the engine is switched off, and more force will be
required to steer the vehicle.
•If the vehicle key is removed from the ignition, the steering lock can activate and you will
no longer be able to steer the vehicle.
WARNING
If the vehicle has been driven at high load for a long period, the engine could overheat when it
is switched off. In order to avoid damage to the engine, allow the engine to run in neutral for
approximately 2 minutes before switching it off.
NOTICE

•Tow-starting and towing ⇒ Tow-starting and towing
Warning and indicator lamp
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Introduction
Lit upPossible causeSolution
Fault in the automated manual gearbox.
Do not drive on!
Seek expert assistance. Failure to do so can
cause considerable damage to the gearbox
⇒ Fault in the automated manual gearbox.
Gears in the automated manual gearbox
cannot be selected correctly.
Switch the ignition on and off. If the indicator
lamp remains lit up, the automated manual
gearbox should be checked by a qualified
workshop .
Automated manual gearbox temporarily
overheated.
Allow the gearbox to cool down in selector
lever position . If the indicator lamp
remains lit up, the automated manual
gearbox should be checked by a qualified
workshop .
Selector lever for the automated manual
gearbox in position and the brake
pedal not depressed.
To select a position, press the brake pedal
⇒ Braking, stopping and parking.
In conjunction with the yellow indicator
lamp for gearbox temperature :
automated manual gearbox overheated.
Depress the break pedal ⇒ Braking, stopping
and parking and allow the gearbox to cool
down. Do not perform pulling-away
manoeuvres in the meantime. If the indicator
lamp remains lit up, the automated manual
gearbox should be checked by a qualified
workshop .
In conjunction with the flashing display
on the instrument cluster: the selector
lever for the automated manual gearbox
is not in position , prompt to start the
engine.
Move the selector lever to and start the
engine ⇒ Starting and stopping the engine.
FlashesPossible causeSolution
Flashing: vehicle with an automated
manual gearbox is not secured from
rolling away.
Apply the handbrake ⇒ Braking, stopping
and parking.
You are prompted in conjunction with
the indicator lamp to depress the brake
pedal : prompt to start the engine.
Move the selector lever to and start the
engine ⇒ Starting and stopping the engine.
During forward travel: attempt to place
automated manual gearbox selector
lever into position .
Stop the car and move the selector lever to
position so that it can then be moved to
position .
The selector lever for the automated
manual gearbox has been moved to
position or but the brake pedal
was not depressed.
Depress the brake pedal ⇒ Braking,
stopping and parking, move the selector
lever to position and then back to the
required position or .
Rapid acceleration can cause loss of traction and skidding, particularly on slippery roads. This
can cause you to lose control of the vehicle, which can lead to accidents and serious injuries.
•The kickdown function or fast acceleration should only be used if the visibility, weather,
road and traffic conditions permit.
WARNING
Never ride the brake pedal. Do not overuse the brake pedal. Constant braking will cause the
brakes to overheat. This can considerably reduce the brake effect, increase the braking
distance and, in certain circumstances, cause the brake system to fail completely.
WARNING
•Never let the brakes rub by applying light pressure to the brake when it is not necessary to
brake. This will increase levels of wear.
•Before driving down a long, steep gradient, reduce speed and change to a lower gear or in
vehicles with an automated manual gearbox in Tiptronic mode, move the selector lever to a
lower position. This will make use of the engine braking effect and relieve the load on the
brakes. The brakes could otherwise overheat and possibly fail. The brakes should only be
used to slow or stop the vehicle.
NOTICE

Several warning and indicator lamps will light up briefly as a functional check when the ignition is
switched on. They will switch off after a few seconds.
Pedals
Fig. 94 Pedals in vehicles with a manual gearbox: ① accelerator, ② brake pedal, ③ clutch pedal
Fig. 95 Pedals in vehicles with an automated manual gearbox: ① accelerator, ② brake pedal
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The operation and freedom of movement of all pedals must never be impaired by objects or floor
mats.
Only use floor mats that leave the pedal area free and can be securely fastened in the footwell.
If a brake circuit fails, you will have to depress the brake pedal further than normal in order to bring
the vehicle to a stop.
Manual gearbox: selecting a gear
Failure to observe illuminated warning lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle
breaking down in traffic, and can cause accident and serious injury.
•Never ignore any illuminated warning lamps or text messages.
•Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.
•If the vehicle is stationary or has to be parked for repairs, always park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the road, switch on the hazard warning lights, switch off the engine and take
other precautionary measures in order to warn traffic behind you.
WARNING
Failure to observe illuminated indicator lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle
being damaged.
NOTICE
Objects in the driver footwell can hinder pedal operation. This can lead to loss of control of the
vehicle and increase the risk of serious injury.
•Please ensure that all pedals can always be operated without any hindrance.
•The foot mats must always be properly secured in the footwell.
•No additional foot mats or other floor coverings should be placed over the fitted foot mat.
•Ensure that no objects can enter the driver footwell while the vehicle is in motion.
WARNING
The pedals must be freely operable at all times. For example, the braking distance to fully stop
the vehicle will be longer if a braking circuit is faulty. The brake pedal will have to be
depressed further and harder than normal.
NOTICE

Fault in the automated manual gearbox
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Emergency programme
There may be a fault in the system if warning and indicator lamps for the automated manual
gearbox light up in the vehicle cluster ⇒ Warning and indicator lamp. When certain faults occur, the
automated manual gearbox runs in an emergency programme. The vehicle can still be driven in the
emergency programme, but only at reduced speed and not in all gears.
With an automated manual gearbox it may then be the case that the vehicle can no longer be
driven in all gears.
In all cases the automated manual gearbox should be checked by a qualified workshop
immediately.
Overheating in the automated manual gearbox
The automated manual gearbox can overheat, for example if the vehicle regularly pulls off from the
starting position or in stop-and-go traffic. Overheating is indicated by a warning lamp displayed
in the instrument cluster. An acoustic warning may also be heard. Stop the vehicle and allow the
gearbox to cool down ⇒.
The vehicle does not move forwards or backwards even though a position
has been selected
If the vehicle will not move in the required direction, the system may have selected the position
incorrectly. Depress the brake pedal and reselect the position.
If the vehicle still does not move in the required direction, there is a system fault. Seek expert
assistance and have the system checked.
Gear-change indicator (manual gearbox)
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Introduction
In some vehicles, the instrument cluster will show which gear should be selected while the vehicle
is in motion to reduce fuel consumption.
DisplayMeaning
The current gear is optimal.
A higher gear is recommended.
A lower gear is recommended.
Rapid acceleration can cause loss of traction and skidding, particularly on slippery roads. This
can cause you to lose control of the vehicle, which can lead to accidents and serious injuries.
•Always adjust your driving style in accordance with the flow of traffic.
•The kickdown function or fast acceleration should only be used if the visibility, weather,
road and traffic conditions permit.
•You should never endanger other road users through the acceleration of your vehicle or
through your driving style.
WARNING
If you stop the vehicle on an incline, do not attempt to stop it from rolling back by depressing
the accelerator while a position is still selected. The automated manual gearbox could
overheat and be damaged.
NOTICE
•If the display indicates that the gearbox is overheating for the first time, the vehicle will
have to be parked safely or driven faster than 20 km/h (12 mph).
•If the lamp signal and acoustic warning are repeated approximately every 10 seconds, the
vehicle must immediately be parked safely and the engine switched off. Allow the gearbox
to cool down.
•In order to prevent damage to the gearbox, you should not drive on until the lamp goes out.
You should not pull away or drive the vehicle at very low speeds while the gearbox is
overheated.
NOTICE

Lit upPossible cause ⇒Solution
In conjunction with warning lamp :
ABS and EBV not functioning.
Do not drive on!
Seek expert assistance immediately ⇒ Fault
in the brake system.
Brake pedal not depressed.To select a position, press the brake pedal.
FlashesPossible causeSolution
ESC/TCS is taking corrective action.Remove foot from accelerator pedal. Adapt
driving style to suit road conditions.
Traction Control active.
Remove foot from accelerator pedal. Adapt
driving style to suit road conditions
⇒ Traction Control System (TCS) or
Traction Control (TC).
Flashing: vehicle with an automated
manual gearbox is not secured from
rolling away.
Apply the handbrake.
Several warning and indicator lamps will light up briefly as a functional check when the ignition is
switched on. They will switch off after a few seconds.
Handbrake
Fig. 100 Handbrake between the front seats
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Applying the handbrake
•Pull the handbrake lever up firmly with the locking button ⇒ Fig. 100 (arrow) pressed.
•The handbrake is applied when the indicator lamp lights up in the instrument cluster
⇒ Warning and indicator lamps.
Releasing the handbrake
•Lift the handbrake lever up slightly and press the lock button ⇒ Fig. 100 (arrow).
•Guide the handbrake lever down whilst the lock button is pressed.
Failure to observe the warning lamps could lead to your vehicle breaking down in traffic, and
to accidents and serious injuries.
•Never ignore any warning lamps that are lit up.
•Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.
WARNING
Driving with poor brakes can result in accidents and serious injuries.
•If the brake warning lamp does not go out, or if it lights up when driving, the brake
fluid level in the reservoir is too low or there is a fault in the brake system. Stop the vehicle
immediately and seek expert assistance ⇒ Brake fluid.
•If the brake warning lamp lights up together with the ABS indicator lamp , the
control function of the ABS may have failed. This can cause the rear wheels to lock quickly
when you brake. Locked rear wheels can lead to a loss of control of the vehicle. If
possible, reduce your speed and drive carefully at low speed to the nearest qualified
workshop in order to have the brake system tested. Avoid sudden braking and driving
manoeuvres on the way.
•The ABS is not functioning correctly if the ABS indicator lamp does not go out or
comes on while the vehicle is in motion. The vehicle can be stopped using the normal
brakes only (without ABS). The protection provided by ABS is no longer available.
Proceed to a qualified workshop as soon as possible.
WARNING
Failure to observe the illuminated indicator lamps could lead to the vehicle being damaged.
NOTICE