
e view 
 
Fig. 3 Overview of the right side of the vehicle. 
Key to Fig. 3 
Tail light cluster LightsChanging bulbs
Tank flap Fuel and emission control
Door release lever Doors and central locking button
Roof railing Roof carrier
Exterior mirror Exterior mirrors
Headlights Lights
Lifting points for the jack Changing a wheel
 
 
 
 
 
  

sition before setting off and maintain this position while driving. This also 
applies to all passengers Sitting position. 
 
Fasten your seat belt correctly before setting off and keep it properly fastened throughout the 
journey. This also applies to all passengers Seat belts. 
 
Each vehicle occupant must sit in a seat of their own and must have their own seat belt. 
 
Never drive if your driving ability is impaired, e.g. by medication, alcohol or drugs. 
 
Do not allow yourself to be distracted from the traffic, e.g. by passengers, telephone calls, opening 
menus and making adjustments to settings. 
 
Always adapt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions. 
 
Observe traffic regulations and speed limits. 
 
Take regular breaks when travelling long distances at least every two hours. 
 
Secure animals in the vehicle using a system that is suitable for their weight and size. 
Checklist 
In some countries, special safety standards and emissions-related legislation apply that may differ 
from the build status of the vehicle. Volkswagen recommends that you visit your Volkswagen 
dealership before travelling abroad to find out about any legal requirements and the following issues 
at your destination: 
 
Does the vehicle need any technical modifications for driving abroad, e.g. masking or switching the 
headlights over? 
 
Are the necessary tools, diagnosis equipment and spare parts available for service and repair work? 
  

 
Turn signals 
Side lights, dipped beam headlights and main beam headlights 
Tail light clusters 
Brake lights 
Rear fog light 
Number plate light 
Information on changing bulbs Changing bulbs 
 
DANGER 
Please observe important safety information about the front passenger front airbag Fitting and 
using chi
 
WARNING 
Driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, medication or narcotics could cause accidents and fatal 
injuries. 
Alcohol, drugs, medication and narcotics can severely impair senses, reaction times and driving 
safety. This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle. 
 
WARNING 
Always observe current traffic regulations and speed limits, and think ahead when driving. The 
correct interpretation of the driving situation can make the difference between reaching your 
destination safely and having an accident with serious injuries. 
 
NOTICE 
Volkswagen is not responsible for any vehicle damage caused by low-quality fuel, inadequate 
servicing work or non-availability of Genuine Parts. 
 
Observe the instructions and information for vehicles with an N1 approval Information about 
vehicles with N1 approval (light commercial vehicle) 
  

WARNING 
Incorrect use of turn signals, a failure to use turn signals, or forgetting to switch off a turn signal can 
confuse other road users. This could lead to accidents and serious injuries. 
Always activate the turn signal in good time when changing lanes and performing overtaking or 
turning manoeuvres. 
Always switch off the turn signal once the lane change or overtaking or turning manoeuvre has been 
completed. 
 
The hazard warning lights also work when the ignition is switched off In an emergency 
 
Some settings can be stored in the user accounts of the personalisation function and therefore 
change when the user account changes Personalisation 
Vehicle lighting 
Switching lights on and off 
 
Fig. 79 Next to the steering wheel: light switch (one variant). 
Switching lights on 
Switch on the ignition. 
Turn the light switch to the appropriate position: 
Automatic headlights: dipped beam is switched on or off depending on the brightness level 
and the weather Automatic headlights The side lights and daytime running 
lights are switched on. The symbol in the light switch lights up green.The dipped beam headlights 
are switched on. 
Switching lights off 
Switch off the ignition.  

tion: 
The lights are switched off.Leaving Home function (orientation lighting) can be switched on 
Coming Home and Leaving Home function (orientation lighting)Side lights or continuous 
parking light on both sides of the vehicle switched on Switching the parking lights on and off
symbol in the light switch lights up green.Dipped beam is switched off the side lights will stay 
on as long as the vehicle key is in the ignition lock or, in vehicles with Keyless Access, the driver door 
is closed. 
Daytime running lights 
The daytime running lights (dependent on equipment level) can increase the visibility of your vehicle 
in traffic during the day. 
The daytime running lights are switched on every time the ignition is switched on when the light 
switch is in position  ,  or (when brightness is detected). 
The daytime running lights cannot be switched on or off manually. 
 
WARNING 
Accidents and serious injuries can occur if the road is not sufficiently illuminated and other road 
users have difficulty seeing the vehicle, or cannot see it at all. 
The light assist systems are designed only to provide support; the driver is responsible for the 
correct vehicle lights being switched on. 
Always switch on the dipped beam headlights if it is dark, raining or visibility is poor. 
 
WARNING 
The side lights or daytime running lights are not bright enough to illuminate the road ahead and to 
ensure that other road users are able to see you. 
Always switch on the dipped beam headlights if it is dark, raining or visibility is poor. 
The tail light clusters are not switched on with the daytime running lights. If the tail light clusters are 
not switched on, the vehicle may not be visible to other road users if it is dark, raining, or if visibility 
is poor. 
 
WARNING 
The automatic headlights ( ) switch dipped beam on and off only when there is a change in 
the level of brightness. 
Switch on dipped beam manually if required by the weather conditions, e.g. in fog. 
  

both sides of the vehicle switches on to 
provide better illumination of the surrounding area when manoeuvring. 
Switching the fog lights on and off 
Switching on the front fog lights : pull the light switch Fig. 79out to the first position. The 
indicator lamp  in the light switch lights up green. 
Switching on the rear fog light : pull the light switch all the way out. The indicator lamp  in the 
instrument cluster lights up yellow. 
To switch the fog lights off, press in the light switch or turn it to position . 
 
When the automatic headlights  are switched on and the front or rear fog lights are switched 
on, the dipped beam headlights will also be switched on irrespective of the current light conditions 
outside. 
 
In vehicles with a factory-fitted towing bracket: the vehicle's rear fog light is not switched on if a 
trailer with rear fog light is electrically connected to the vehicle Trailer towing 
Light functions 
Side lights 
If the side lights are switched on, both headlights light up with the side lights, parts of the tail 
light clusters, the number plate lighting and the buttons in the centre console and the dash panel. 
The daytime running lights also switch on when the ignition is switched on. 
If the vehicle is not locked from outside when the ignition is switched off, the continuous parking 
light on both sides of the vehicle switches on automatically after around 10 minutes to reduce 12-
volt vehicle battery discharge Switching the parking lights on and off 
Automatic headlights  
If the automatic headlights are switched on, the vehicle lighting and the instrument and 
switch lighting will switch on and off according to the light conditions. When the lights are switched 
on, the indicator lamp lights up yellow. 
The automatic headlights are merely an aid and will not always be able to detect all driving 
situations. 
In vehicles with a corresponding equipment level, the switch-on time of the automatic headlights 
can be adjusted in the Infotainment system in the Vehicle settings menu Infotainment system 
controls an
Cornering light 
A cornering light is switched on when turning slowly or travelling around very tight bends. 
Signal tones if lights are not switched off  

 
Switching main beam on and off 
 
Fig. 80 On the left of the steering column: turn signal and main beam lever. 
Switch on the ignition and dipped beam. 
Move the turn signal and main beam lever from the centre position to the following position: 
Main beam switched on. 
Operate the headlight flasher or switch off the main beam. The headlight flasher comes on for as 
long as the lever is pulled. 
When the main beam or headlight flasher are switched on, the blue indicator lamp  lights up in 
the instrument cluster. 
Main-beam control 
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, advanced main-beam control may also be available 
Main-beam control 
 
WARNING 
Incorrect use of the main beam headlights can lead to accidents and serious injuries as the main 
beam headlights could distract and dazzle other road users. 
Main-beam control 
The main-beam control automatically dips the headlights when oncoming vehicles and/or vehicles 
driving in front are detected. Main-beam control also recognises illuminated areas such as towns 
and deactivates the main beam while driving through them. 
Within the limits of the system, main-beam control automatically switches main beam on at speeds 
of over approximately 60 km/h (37 mph), depending on ambient and traffic conditions, and switches 
it off again at speeds under approximately 30 km/h (18 mph)  
With some equipment levels, the main-beam control can be activated and deactivated in the 
Infotainment system in the Vehicle settings menu Infotainment system controls and displays 
Switching on main-beam control  

matic headlights . 
Tap the turn signal and main beam lever forwards from the basic position. 
When main-beam control is switched on, the indicator lamp  lights up in the instrument cluster 
display. 
Switching off main-beam control 
Pull back the turn signal and main beam lever. 
OR: switch off the automatic headlights . 
OR: switch off the ignition. 
OR: push the turn signal and main beam lever forwards to switch on the manual main beam. 
System limits 
The main beam must be manually switched off under the following conditions, as it is not switched 
off by the main-beam control in time or at all: 
In poorly lit streets where there are highly-reflective signs. 
Other road users with insufficient lighting facilities, such as pedestrians, cyclists. 
In tight bends, with half-hidden oncoming traffic, on steep crests or in dips. 
With oncoming traffic on roads with a central barrier where the driver can see clearly over the 
central barrier e.g. truck drivers. 
In fog, snow or heavy rain. 
In conditions with swirled-up dust and sand. 
If the windscreen is damaged in the camera's field of vision. 
If the camera's field of vision is covered by condensation, dirt, a sticker, or by snow or ice. 
If the camera is faulty or the power supply is interrupted. 
 
WARNING 
Do not let the extra convenience afforded by main-beam control tempt you into taking any risks 
when driving. The system is not a substitute for the full concentration of the driver. 
Always check the vehicle lights yourself and adapt them to the prevailing conditions for light, 
visibility and road traffic. 
The main-beam control may not be able to recognise all driving situations correctly and may not 
work properly in certain situations. 
If the camera's field of view is dirty, covered or damaged, the function of the main-beam control 
may be impaired. This also applies if changes are made to the vehicle's lighting system, for example 
if additional headlights are fitted.