Points 1 to 3 must be fulfilled at the same time:
Manual gearboxAutomated manual gearbox
In order to start moving, remove your foot
from the brake pedal, then release the clutch
pedal (clutch engages) and press the
accelerator simultaneously. The brake will
gradually be released as the clutch is
engaged.
To start moving, remove your foot from the
brake pedal and press the accelerator
immediately. The brake will gradually be
released as the vehicle pulls away.
The Hill Hold Assist function will be deactivated immediately:
•As soon as one of the conditions indicated on ⇒ The Hill Hold Assist function is automatically
activated if the following conditions are met is not fulfilled.
•If the engine is not running smoothly or there is an engine fault.
•If the engine is switched off or has stalled.
•Vehicles with automated manual gearbox: if the selector lever in is the neutral position N.
ParkPilot
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Operating ParkPilot
⇒ Acoustic and optical ParkPilot signals at the rear of the vehicle
The ParkPilot assists the driver when manoeuvring and parking.
The ultrasound sensors in the rear bumper transmit and receive ultrasonic waves. The system uses
the time difference between the ultrasonic waves (i.e. between the transmission and reflection from
obstacles and the point of reception) to continuously calculate the distance between the bumper
and the obstacle.
Additional information and warnings:
•Exterior views ⇒ Exterior views
•Braking, stopping and parking ⇒ Braking, stopping and parking
•Cleaning and caring for the vehicle exterior ⇒ Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior
•Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs
and renewal of parts
•Portable navigation device (delivered by Volkswagen) ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs and
renewal of parts
•Radio ⇒BookletRadio,
Please contact a qualified workshop if there is a fault in the system. Volkswagen
recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Volkswagen recommends that drivers practise using the ParkPilot in a traffic-calmed area or
car park to allow them to familiarise themselves with the system and its functions.
Operating ParkPilot
Fig. 104 Ultrasound ParkPilot sensors in the rear bumper
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The ParkPilot uses ultraound sensors to determine the distance between the rear bumper and an
obstacle. There are 3 ultrasound sensors in the rear bumper ⇒ Fig. 104 (arrows).
Switching ParkPilot on and off
FunctionWhat to do when the ignition is switched on
Switching on the
ParkPilot
automatically:
Select reverse gear or move the selector lever to position R.
The ParkPilot cannot replace the full concentration of the driver.
•Unintentional vehicle movements can cause serious injury.
•Always adapt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic
conditions.
•Ultrasound sensors have blind spots in which obstacles and people cannot be detected.
•Always monitor the area around the vehicle as the ultrasound sensors will not always
detect infants, animals and objects.
•Certain surfaces of objects and clothes cannot reflect the signals from the ultrasound
sensors. The system is unable to detect these objects or people wearing this type of
clothing, or they may be detected incorrectly.
•External sources of sound can affect the signals of the ultrasound sensors. In certain
circumstances, the system may not recognise people or objects.
WARNING
•The ultrasound sensors may not always be able to detect objects such as trailer drawbars,
thin rails, fences, posts, trees and open or opening tailgates. This can result in damage to
your vehicle.
•If the ParkPilot has detected an obstacle and issued a warning, the obstacle may move out
of the detection range of the ultrasound sensors as the vehicle approaches it, particularly if
the object is very high or very low. These objects are no longer registered.
•The vehicle can sustain considerable damage if the warning given by the ParkPilot is
ignored.
•The ultrasound sensors in the bumper can be displaced or damaged through impacts, e.g.
when parking.
•The ultrasound sensors in the bumper must be kept clean and free of ice and snow, and
must not be covered up by stickers or other objects, as this will prevent the system from
working properly.
•The ultrasound sensors should only be sprayed briefly when cleaning with pressure hoses
and steam cleaners. A distance of more than 10 cm between the ultrasound sensors and
the steam/hose nozzle must be observed.
•Sources of noise can lead to errors in the ParkPilot system, e.g. rough asphalt,
cobblestones, induction loops, building equipment, or interference from other vehicles.
•Any equipment that has been retrofitted to the vehicle, e.g. bicycle carriers, can prevent
the ParkPilot from functioning properly.
NOTICE
