Fig. 11 Instrument cluster in the dash panel: type 2
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Depending on the equipment level, the scale divisions may look slightly different in type 2 ⇒ Fig. 11
.
Descriptions of the instruments ⇒ Fig. 10 or ⇒ Fig. 11:
Speedometer in km/h or in mph and km/h, depending on vehicle.
Displays⇒ Displays.
Reset button for the trip recorder display (trip).
- Press the button briefly to switch between the trip recorder and the
odometer.
- Press the button for about 5 seconds to reset the trip recorder and any
other indicators in the multifunction display ⇒ Volkswagen information system.
Fuel gauge⇒ Filling the tank.
Rev counter (running engine speed in revolutions x 1,000 per minute).The start of the red
zone on the dial indicates the maximum engine speed that may be used in each gear when the
engine is warm and after it has been run in properly. It is advisable to change up a gear or lift
your foot off the accelerator before the needle reaches the red zone ⇒.
Setting button for the clock or for switching between outside temperature display and
clock.
- To set the clock, select the time display if not already selected. To do this, push the
rocker switch ⇒ Fig. 12② up or down, or press setting button ⇒ Fig. 11⑥.
- Press and hold the button to mark the hour display so that it flashes.
- Press the button to continue. Press and hold to scroll through quickly.
- Press the button again briefly to select the minute display so that it flashes.
- Press the button to continue. Press and hold to scroll through quickly.
- Press the button again to finish setting the clock.
Changing up a gear early will help to save fuel and minimise engine noise.
Other instruments, such as the outside temperature display, can be shown in the screen of
the portable navigation device (delivered by Volkswagen) ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs and
renewal of parts.
Displays
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Introduction
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, a variety of information can be displayed in the
instrument cluster ⇒ Fig. 10② or ⇒ Fig. 11②:
•Warning and information displays
•Distance displays
•Time
•Outside temperature
•Selector lever positions ⇒ Changing gear
•Gear-change indicator (manual gearbox) ⇒ Changing gear
•Multifunction display (MFD) ⇒ Volkswagen information system
•Service interval display ⇒ Service interval display
•Start/stop system status display ⇒ Pull-away assist systems
•Fuel gauge ⇒ Filling the tank
•Belt status display for the rear seats ⇒ Seat belts
•When the engine is cold, avoid high engine speeds, driving at full throttle and over-loading
the engine.
•The needle on the rev counter should only briefly tip into the red area. Damage to the
engine may otherwise be incurred.
NOTICE
MenuFunction
Average speed
The average speed will be shown after a distance of approximately
100 metres has been travelled. The display will show dashes until
this point. The displayed values will be updated approximately
every 5 seconds.
Digital speed displayCurrent vehicle speed displayed digitally.
Digital coolant temperature
display
Current temperature of the coolant temperature displayed digitally.
If the --.- appears in the instrument cluster display and the red
warning light flashes, there is a fault in the engine cooling system.
Do not drive on! Seek expert assistance.
Digital outside temperature
displayCurrent outside temperature displayed digitally.
Speed warning --- km/h
If the saved speed (within the range of 30 km/h (18 mph) and
250 km/h (155 mph)) is exceeded, an acoustic warning will be
given, along with a visible warning if required.
Switching between displays
•Press the rocker switch ⇒ Fig. 12② on the windscreen wiper lever.
Setting the clock
•Press and hold the button in the windscreen wiper lever ⇒ Fig. 12① to mark the hour
display so that it flashes.
•Use the rocker switch on the windscreen wiper lever ⇒ Fig. 12② to make the settings. To do
this, push the rocker switch up or down to increase or decrease the hours display.
•Press the button in the windscreen wiper lever again briefly to select the minute display
so that it flashes.
•Use the rocker switch on the windscreen wiper lever to make the settings. To do this, push the
rocker switch up or down to increase or decrease the minutes display.
•Press the button on the windscreen wiper lever briefly to finish setting the clock.
Settings for the clock can also be made directly using the setting buttons on the instrument cluster
⇒ .
Saving a speed for the speed warning
•Select the Speed warning --- km/h display.
•Press the button on the windscreen wiper lever to save the current speed and activate
the warning system.
•If necessary, use the rocker switch on the windscreen wiper lever within approximately 5
seconds to set the desired speed. Then press again or wait a few seconds. The speed
is now saved and the warning is activated.
•To deactivate, press . The set speed will be deleted.
Deleting memory 1 or 2 manually
•Select the memory that you wish to delete.
•Press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds ⇒ Fig. 12①.
In some vehicles other functions in the multifunction display can be displayed on the screen
of the portable navigation device (delivered by Volkswagen) ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs
and renewal of parts.
Type 2 instrument cluster only ⇒ Instrument cluster.
Before setting off
Driving tips
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Preparing for a journey and driving safely
⇒ Driving abroad
⇒ Driving through water on roads
Depending on where the vehicle is used, it may be advisable to have an engine and transmission
guard installed. An engine and transmission guard can reduce the risk of damage to the vehicle's
underbody and engine oil sump, for example when driving over kerbs, driveways or unsurfaced
roads. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
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Before the journey
If the buttons on the vehicle key ⇒ Fig. 21 or one of the central locking buttons ⇒ Fig. 23 are
pressed repeatedly within a short period of time, the central locking system will switch off briefly to
prevent overloading. The vehicle is then unlocked for approximately 30 seconds. If the doors or the
tailgate are not opened during this time the vehicle will lock again automatically.
Locking or unlocking the vehicle from outside
Fig. 21 Buttons on the vehicle key
Fig. 22 Mechanical vehicle key
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Vehicles with central locking
FunctionButtons to be used in
the vehicle key
⇒ Fig. 21
Action with vehicle key ⇒ Fig. 21 in
the lock cylinder or with the
mechanical vehicle key ⇒ Fig. 22.
Unlocking the vehicle.Press the button.Insert the vehicle key in the driver door lock
cylinder and turn anticlockwise.
Locking the vehicle.Press the button.Insert the vehicle key in the driver door lock
cylinder and turn clockwise.
Unlocking the tailgate.Press the
button ⇒ Tailgate.
Insert the vehicle key in the driver door lock
cylinder and turn anticlockwise.
Please note the following: Depending on which central locking function has been activated by a
qualified workshop, all of the doors and the tailgate are only unlocked when the button is
pressed twice.
The vehicle key will lock or unlock the vehicle only when the battery has enough power and the key
is located within a few metres of the vehicle.
•When the vehicle is locked, all turn signals will flash once as confirmation.
•When the vehicle is unlocked, all turn signals will flash twice as confirmation.
If the turn signals do not flash as confirmation, at least one of the doors or the tailgate is not closed.
The vehicle cannot be locked using the vehicle key if the driver door is still open. The vehicle will
lock again automatically within a few seconds of being unlocked if you do not open one of the doors
or the tailgate. This function prevents the vehicle from remaining unlocked if the unlocking button is
pressed by mistake.
Vehicles without central locking
FunctionAction carried out with key ⇒ Fig. 22 in the lock
cylinder.
Locking or unlocking the driver
door and the tailgate.
To unlock, insert the vehicle key in the driver door lock cylinder
and turn anticlockwise.
To lock, insert the vehicle key in the driver door lock cylinder
and turn clockwise.
Locking and unlocking the front
passenger door.
To unlock, insert the vehicle key in the passenger door lock
cylinder and turn anticlockwise.
To lock, insert the vehicle key in the front passenger door lock
cylinder and turn clockwise.
The opened driver door cannot be locked using the vehicle key.
In vehicles without a central locking system, locking and unlocking the passenger door does
not affect the interior light ⇒ Lights.
•Unlock the vehicle or the driver door ⇒ Central locking system.
•Press the button ⇒ Fig. 28① and lift the tailgate using the grip ②.
At outside temperatures of less than 0°C (+32°F), the gas-filled struts cannot always lift the
opened tailgate automatically. The tailgate then has to be guided up by hand.
Closing the tailgate
Fig. 29 Open tailgate: handle recess for closing the tailgate
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Closing the tailgate
•Grip the handle in the interior trim of the tailgate ⇒ Fig. 29 (arrow).
•Pull the tailgate down with some force until it engages in the lock. Please ensure that no one
has their hands in the direct path of the tailgate as it moves ⇒.
•Pull the tailgate to ensure that it is engaged securely.
Locking the tailgate using the central locking system
The vehicle will be locked again automatically if you do not open one of the doors or the tailgate
approximately 30 seconds after unlocking the car. This function prevents the vehicle from remaining
unlocked if the unlocking button is pressed by mistake.
The tailgate can only be locked when it is properly closed and engaged.
•The tailgate is also locked by the central locking system.
•If the tailgate of the locked vehicle is unlocked using the button in the vehicle key, it
will lock again as soon as it is closed.
•If the tailgate is closed but not locked, it will lock automatically once the vehicle reaches a
speed of approximately 5 km/h (3 mph).
Locking the tailgate using the mechanical vehicle key
The tailgate can only be locked when it is properly closed and engaged.
•Insert the vehicle key in the driver door lock cylinder and turn clockwise⇒ Central locking
system.
Before closing the tailgate, check that the vehicle key is not in the luggage compartment.
Serious injuries can occur if the tailgate is unlocked or opened incorrectly or without due care
and attention.
•It may not always be apparent that the tailgate is unlocked, for example when a loaded
luggage carrier is attached to it. If unlocked, the tailgate may open suddenly while the
vehicle is in motion.
WARNING
Serious injuries can occur if the tailgate is closed incorrectly or without due care and
attention.
•Never leave children playing unattended in or around the vehicle, especially when the
tailgate is open. Children could climb into the luggage compartment and shut the tailgate,
thereby trapping themselves inside. Temperatures inside a locked vehicle may reach
extremes of heat or cold, according to season. This could cause serious injuries or illness,
or even have fatal consequences.
•When closing the tailgate, please ensure that no one has their hands in the direct path of
the tailgate as it moves.
WARNING
•Adjust the steering wheel so that you can hold it on the outside of the ring (at the 9 o'clock and
3 o'clock positions) with both hands and slightly bent arms.
•Push the lever up firmly until it lines up with the steering column ⇒.
Adjust the correct distance between the driver and the steering wheel ⇒ Fig. 35 using the control
elements on the driver seat ⇒ Controls on the front seats.
Seat functions
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Seat heating
Additional information and warnings:
•Adjusting the seat position ⇒ Adjusting the seat position
•Seat belts ⇒ Seat belts
•Airbag system ⇒ Airbag system
•Child seats (accessories) ⇒ Child seats (accessories)
•Exterior mirrors ⇒ Mirrors
Seat heating
Fig. 41 In upper part of centre console: buttons for the front seat heating
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The front seat seat cushions and backrests can be heated electrically when the ignition is switched
on.
Do not switch on the seat heating if one of the following conditions applies:
•The seat is not in use.
•The seat is fitted with a protective cover.
•A child seat is installed on the seat.
•The seat cushion is damp or wet.
•The interior or exterior temperature is above 25 ℃ (77 °F).
Incorrect use of the steering column position adjustment and incorrect adjustment of the
steering wheel can cause serious or fatal injuries.
•After adjusting the steering column, always move lever ⇒ Fig. 40① up so that it engages
securely. This prevents the steering column from moving spontaneously while the vehicle
is in motion.
•Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is in motion. If you determine that a
readjustment is necessary, stop the vehicle safely and adjust the steering wheel to the
correct position.
•The steering wheel must always point towards the chest and not towards the face. This
ensures that the driver front airbag provides maximum protection in the event of an
accident.
•While driving, always keep both hands on the outside of the steering wheel, at the 9
o'clock and 3 o'clock positions. This reduces the risk of injury if the driver front airbag is
triggered.
•Never hold the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position, or in any other manner, e.g. on
the hub of the steering wheel. If the driver airbag is triggered, you could receive severe
injuries to the arms, hands and head.
WARNING
Incorrect use of the seat functions can cause serious injuries.
•Always assume a correct sitting position before you drive and maintain this position
throughout the trip. This also applies to all passengers.
•Keep hands, fingers, feet and other body parts away from the moving parts of the seats.
WARNING
Fig. 54 Location and deployment zone of the driver front airbag
Fig. 55 Location and deployment zone of the front passenger front airbag
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In conjunction with the seat belts, the front airbag system gives the front occupants additional
protection for the head and chest in the event of a severe frontal collision. Always keep as far away
from the front airbag as possible ⇒ Adjusting the seat position. This allows the front airbags to
inflate fully when triggered, thus providing maximum protection.
The front airbag for the driver is located in the steering wheel ⇒ Fig. 54 and the front airbag for the
front passenger is located in the dash panel ⇒ Fig. 55. The airbag locations are identified by the
text AIRBAG.
The areas inside the red lines ⇒ Fig. 54 and ⇒ Fig. 55 are covered by the front airbags when
triggered (deployment zone). For this reason, you must never leave or attach any objects in these
areas ⇒. Any factory-fitted accessories will not be struck if the driver and front passenger front
airbags are deployed.
The airbag covers fold out of the steering wheel ⇒ Fig. 54 or dash panel ⇒ Fig. 55 when the driver
and front passenger front airbags trigger. The airbag covers remain connected to the steering
wheel or the dash panel.
Switching the front passenger front airbag on and off manually using
the key-operated switch
Once triggered, the airbag inflates at high speed.
•Always leave the deployment zones of the front airbags clear.
•Never attach any objects, such as drink or telephone holders, to the covers of the airbags
or anywhere in the airbag deployment zone.
•Vehicle occupants sitting on the front seats must never carry any people, pets or objects in
the deployment zone between themselves and the airbags.
•Do not attach any objects, e.g. mobile navigation devices, to the windscreen above the
front airbag on the front passenger side.
•Do not cover or stick anything on the steering wheel hub or the soft plastic surface of the
airbag unit in the dash panel on the front passenger side, and do not modify them in any
way.
DANGER
The front airbags are deployed in front of the steering wheel ⇒ Fig. 54 and dash panel
⇒ Fig. 55.
•When driving, always hold the steering wheel with both hands on the outside of the ring at
the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions.
•Adjust the driver seat so that there is at least 25 cm between your breastbone and the hub
of the steering wheel. Contact a qualified workshop if your physical build makes this
impracticable.
•Adjust the front passenger seat so that the distance between the passenger and the dash
panel is as large as possible.
WARNING
Fig. 117 Open tank flap with tank cap attached to the holder
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Switch off the engine, ignition and the mobile telephone before filling the tank and leave them
switched off during the process.
Opening the tank cap
•The tank flap is at the rear of the vehicle on the right.
•Open the tank cap by the moulding to the rear.
•If necessary, fold the key bit out of the vehicle key ⇒ Vehicle key set.
•Insert the vehicle key in the tank flap lock and turn anticlockwise.
•Turn the tank cap anticlockwise and hook it on top of the tank flap ⇒ Fig. 117.
Filling the tank
The correct fuel grade for your vehicle is shown on a sticker on the inside of the tank flap ⇒ Fuel.
•The fuel tank is full when the (properly operated) automatic filler nozzle clicks off for the first
time ⇒.
•Do not continue filling the tank after it switches off. The expansion space in the fuel tank will
otherwise fill up and the fuel could spill out. This could also happen when the fuel warms up and
expands.
Closing the tank cap
•Turn the tank cap clockwise into the fuel filler neck until it perceptibly engages.
•Turn the vehicle key in the lock cylinder of the tank flap clockwise and pull it out.
•Close the tank flap. The tank flap must be flush with the vehicle bodywork.
Natural gas engines
Run the petrol tank empty every 6 months until the indicator lamp lights up. This is necessary to
maintain necessary system function for petrol mode and fuel quality.
Fuels can pollute the environment. Any spilt service fluids must be cleaned up and disposed
of properly.
Filling the tank with natural gas
Fig. 118 With the tank flap open: tank cap ①, gas filler neck ②, gas filler neck seal ③
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Do not continue filling the tank once the filler nozzle stops automatically. The fuel tank could
be overfilled. This can cause fuel to splash out and overflow. This can cause fires, explosions
and serious injuries.
WARNING
Remove spilt fuel from all vehicle components as quickly as possible in order to avoid damage
to the wheel housing, tyres and vehicle paint.
NOTICE
Unintentional vehicle movements during service work can cause serious injury.
•Never work underneath a vehicle if it is not secured against rolling away. If you are
working underneath the vehicle while the wheels are on the ground, the vehicle must be
on a level, the wheels must be blocked and the vehicle key must be removed from the
ignition lock.
•If you have to work underneath the vehicle, use suitable stands to provide extra support
for the vehicle. The vehicle jack is not sufficient for this task and can fail, which can lead to
serious injuries.
•The start/stop system must have been deactivated.
WARNING
The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a dangerous area. Serious injuries can be
sustained here.
•The utmost care and attention must be paid when carrying out any work and you must
follow the general safety rules. Never take any risks.
•Never do any work on the engine or in the engine compartment unless you know exactly
how to carry it out. If you are uncertain of what to do, the work should be carried out by a
qualified workshop. Serious injuries can result from work that has not been carried out
properly.
•Never open the bonnet if you see steam or coolant escaping from the engine
compartment. Hot steam or coolant can cause serious burns. Always wait until you can no
longer see or hear steam or coolant coming from the engine compartment.
•Always allow the engine to cool down before opening the bonnet.
•Hot parts of the engine or exhaust system can burn the skin.
•Before opening the bonnet once it has cooled down:
- Apply the handbrake fully and move the selector lever to position N or move the
manual gear lever to the neutral position.
- Remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock.
- Always keep children away from the engine compartment and never leave the
vehicle unattended.
•The engine cooling system is under pressure when the engine is hot. Never open the cap
of the coolant expansion tank when the engine is hot. Coolant may spray out and cause
serious burns and injuries.
- After cooling, turn the cap slowly and very carefully anticlockwise while exerting
some downwards pressure on the cap.
- Always protect the face, hands and arms from hot coolant or steam with a large,
thick cloth.
•When refilling, do not spill any service fluids on engine components or on the exhaust
system. The spilt service fluids can start a fire.
WARNING
High voltages in the electrical system can cause electric shocks, burns, serious injuries and
death!
•Never short circuit the electric system. The vehicle battery could explode.
•Please note the following guidelines to help reduce the risk of an electric shock and
serious injuries while the engine is running or being started:
- Never touch the electrical wiring of the ignition system.
WARNING