
Automatic ignition switch-off
The ignition switches off automatically after a short time if the driver moves away from the vehicle 
with the vehicle key when the ignition is switched on. If the dipped beam headlights were switched 
on at the time, the side lights will remain switched on for approximately 30 minutes. The side lights 
can be switched off manually ⇒ Lights or by locking the vehicle ⇒ Central and manual locking.
Once the vehicle detects that the driver is absent when the engine stop is active, the ignition will 
switched off automatically after a certain period of time.
Automatic ignition switch-off in vehicles with a start/stop system
When all the following conditions are fulfilled at the same time, the vehicle ignition will be switched 
off automatically when engine stop is active and when the vehicle is stationary:
•The driver removes their seat belt.
•No pedals are depressed.
•The driver door is opened.
If the ignition is deactivated automatically while the dipped beam headlights are switched on , 
the side lights remain switched on for around 30 minutes.
The side lights can be switched off manually or will go off when the vehicle is locked.
Engine restart function
If no valid vehicle key is detected in the vehicle interior once the engine has been switched off, the 
engine can be restarted within approximately 5 seconds. A corresponding message appears on the 
instrument cluster display.
After this time, the engine cannot be re-started without a valid vehicle key in the vehicle interior.
Before leaving the vehicle, always switch off the ignition manually and observe any 
information shown in the instrument cluster display.
Leaving the vehicle stationary for long periods with the ignition switched on can discharge 
the 12-volt vehicle battery so that the engine can no longer be started.
The engine cannot, for example, be started with the starter button if the button cell in the 
vehicle key is weak or flat. In this case, use the emergency start function ⇒ Emergency start 
function.
Starting the engine
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
•m/k/a995MKVehicles with ignition lock: Turn the vehicle key to position ⇒ Fig. 118①. 
The ignition is switched on.
•m/k/a995MKVehicles with a starter button: Press the starter button once. The ignition is 
switched on.
•m/k/a995MK Vehicles with a diesel engine: During the diesel engine preheating phase, 
the indicator lamp  in the instrument cluster lights up.
•Depress and hold the brake pedal until the electronic parking brake has been switched off.
•m/k/a995MKVehicles with manual gearbox: fully depress the clutch pedal and hold it 
until the engine has been started. Move the gear lever to neutral position.
•m/k/a995MKVehicles with DSG dual clutch gearbox: move the selector lever to 
position P or N.
Unintentional vehicle movements can cause serious injury.
•Do not depress the brake or clutch pedal when switching on the ignition as the engine 
will then start immediately.
WARNING
Careless or unsupervised use of the vehicle key can lead to accidents or injuries.
•Always take all vehicle keys with you every time you leave the vehicle. Children or third 
parties could lock the vehicle, start the engine, switch on the ignition or operate 
electrical equipment such as the electric windows.
WARNING 

drive come with additional OFFROAD driving profiles ⇒ Selecting a driving profile (4MOTION 
Action Controlyf.
The driving profile can be changed when the vehicle is stationary or while driving ⇒. After 
selecting a driving profile, the vehicle settings (excluding engine settingsyf  D U H  V Z L W F K H G  W R  W K H  Q H Z  
profile mode immediately. When traffic conditions allow, briefly take your foot off the accelerator to 
activate the newly selected driving profile for the engine.
Some settings can be stored in the user accounts of the personalisation function and 
therefore change when the user account changes ⇒ Personalisation.
Selecting a driving profile (ONROADyf
Fig. 128 In the lower section of the centre console: driving profile selection button.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Selecting the driving profile
•Switch on the ignition.
•Press the driving profile selection button ⇒ Fig. 128.
•Touch the  function button in the Infotainment system to display additional information about 
the active driving profile.
•Touch the function button for the required driving profile.
•OR: press the driving profile button ⇒ Fig. 128 again to select the next driving profile.
If the Normal driving profile is selected, the LED in the driving profile selection button will remain 
switched off.
When the ignition is switched off, the set driving profile and the individual settings will remain 
selected.
The driving profiles Sport and Eco will also remain selected after the ignition has been switched 
off. However, settings for the engine or DSG dual clutch gearbox may switch to the Normal driving 
profile when the ignition is switched back on again.
In order to reactivate the sports function, the Sport driving profile must be selected again or the 
selector lever of the DSG dual clutch gearbox must be moved to S⇒ DSG dual clutch gearbox. 
To reactivate the eco functions, select the Eco driving profile again.
Recommended driving situations for each driving profile
•Eco: switches the vehicle into economical mode and helps the driver to drive the vehicle in a 
fuel-efficient manner. Coasting mode is available in the Eco driving profile.
•Comfort: the Comfort driving profile is available only for vehicles with adaptive chassis control 
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sections of road or long motorway journeys, for example.
•Normal: balanced setting, e.g. for everyday use.
•Sport: this setting gives the driver a sporty driving feeling.
•Individual: individual systems can be adjusted to suit personal requirements ⇒ Adjusting the 
driving profile to suit your requirements.
Effects of the driving profiles on the vehicle setup
•Adaptive chassis control (DCCyf
•Steering
•Powertrain (engine and gearboxyf
•Adaptive cruise control (ACCyf
•Dynamic cornering light and dynamic main beam control (Dynamic Light Assistyf
•Air conditioning system
Setting a driving mode while the vehicle is in motion can distract you from the road and 
cause accidents.
WARNING
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Troubleshooting
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Regulation is automatically interrupted.
•You have depressed the brake pedal.
•The selector lever of the DSG dual clutch gearbox is not in the selector lever position D.
•The vehicle has exceeded the stored speed for an extended period.
•If regulation related to driving dynamics is taking place, e.g. by TCS and ESC.
•Malfunction. Switch off the cruise control system and have it checked by a qualified workshop. 
Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Speed limiter
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Operating the speed limiter with the turn signal and main beam lever
⇒ Operating the speed limiter via the multifunction steering wheel
⇒ Troubleshooting
The speed limiter helps to prevent the 
vehicle from exceeding a speed that 
you have stored.
Speed range
The speed limiter is available when driving forwards at speeds from around 30 km/h (20 mphyf .
Driving with speed limiter
You can interrupt the speed limiter function at any time by fully depressing the accelerator beyond 
the point of resistance. The green warning and indicator lamp   flashes as soon as the stored 
speed is exceeded. The speed remains stored in the memory.
The speed limiter function is activated again automatically as soon as the speed drops below the 
stored speed.
Driving downhill
Driving downhill may cause the set speed to be exceeded. The green warning and indicator lamp  
 flashes in this case. An acoustic warning may also be given.
Apply the foot brake to slow the vehicle down, and change down a gear as required.
How do I operate the speed limiter?
Depending on the vehicle equipment, you can operate the speed limiter either by means of the turn 
signal and main beam lever ⇒ Operating the speed limiter with the turn signal and main beam lever
or via the multifunction steering wheel ⇒ Operating the speed limiter via the multifunction steering 
wheel.
The displays on the instrument cluster are identical in both cases ⇒ Fig. 140.
Operating the speed limiter with the turn signal and main beam 
lever
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Always switch off the speed limiter after use to avoid unintentional speed regulation.
•The speed limiter does not relieve the driver of their responsibility for the speed of the 
vehicle. Do not drive at full throttle if it is not required.
•Use of the speed limiter in adverse weather conditions is dangerous and can cause 
serious injury, e.g. through aquaplaning, snow, ice, or leaves. Only use the speed 
limiter when the road and weather conditions allow it to be used safely.
•The speed limiter cannot limit the vehicle speed when travelling downhill. The vehicle 
speed can increase under its own weight. Shift down a gear or brake the vehicle using 
the foot brake.
WARNING 

Progress bar. Symbolically shows the relative distance still to be driven.
Direction indicator for next manoeuvre for driving out of the parking space.
Park Assist can drive out of parallel parking spaces.
Requirements for driving out of a parking space while using Park Assist must be fulfilled 
⇒ Prerequisites.
•Press the  button.
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like to drive out of the parking space.
•Select reverse gear.
•Release the steering wheel when the following message is shown: Steer. intervention active. 
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•Carefully press the accelerator.
•Brake when an acoustic signal sounds, the white symbol  lights up or when the prompt to 
drive forwards appears on the instrument cluster display.
•Depress the brake pedal until Park Assist steering activity has been completed or until the white 
symbol  disappears on the instrument cluster display.
•Repeat reversing and driving forwards until a corresponding message is displayed on the 
instrument cluster. A signal tone may also sound.
•Take over steering with the steering angle set by Park Assist.
•Drive the vehicle out of the parking space when permitted by the traffic situation.
Troubleshooting
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
No sensor visibility, error message, system switches itself off
Park Assist is switched off if a sensor fails.
•Clean the sensors or remove stickers or accessories from the sensors and cameras ⇒ Caring 
for and cleaning the vehicle exterior.
•Check whether any damage is visible.
The system is not responding as expected
•The sensors are dirty ⇒ Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior. The sensor visibility may 
be impaired by dirt and snow or also residue from cleaning agents or coatings.
•The system requirements must be met ⇒ Prerequisites.
•The sensors are covered by water.
•Park Assist cannot be switched on if the factory-fitted towing bracket is electrically connected to 
the trailer. For vehicles with the trailer manoeuvring system, this function is switched on when 
the  button is operated ⇒ Trailer towing.
•The vehicle is damaged in the area of the sensors, e.g. caused by parking collisions.
•The detection ranges of the sensors are blocked by add-on parts, e.g. bicycle carriers.
•Changes have been made to the paintwork in the area of the sensors or structural modifications 
have been made, e.g. on the vehicle front end or the running gear.
•The ultrasound signal is subject to interference from external noise sources, e.g. rough tarmac 
surface or cobblestones.
Response to all circumstances
•Switch off the system temporarily.
•Check whether any of the causes described below apply.
•You can switch the system back on again once you have rectified the cause of the problem.
•If the system still fails to respond as expected, have the system checked by a qualified 
workshop.
Area View
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Prerequisites
⇒ Switching on and off
⇒ Display representation
⇒ Operating camera views
⇒ Troubleshooting
Area View provides you with an 
overview of the area around the vehicle  

Trailer towing
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Headlight adjustment
Towing a trailer can raise the front end of the vehicle enough for the dipped beam to blind other 
road users. Use the headlight range control to lower the light cone as required. Vehicles with 
automatic headlight range adjustment are adjusted automatically.
Things to note when driving with a trailer
•If the trailer has an overrun brake, apply the brakes gently at first and then firmly. This will 
prevent the jerking that can be caused by the trailer wheels locking.
•The combination weight causes the braking distance to increase.
•Engage a lower gear prior to inclines (manual gearbox or Tiptronic mode of the automatic 
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overheat and fail.
•The vehicle's centre of gravity and, in turn, the vehicle's handling, will change because of the 
trailer load and the increased combined towing weight of the vehicle and trailer.
•The weight distribution of a loaded trailer with an unladen towing vehicle is very unfavourable. 
When driving in this situation, drive particularly carefully and slowly.
Pulling off on slopes when towing a trailer
A vehicle towing a trailer is liable to roll back a short distance when moving off on a slope, 
depending on the angle of the slope and the total weight of the trailer and vehicle.
When towing a trailer, pull off on slopes as follows:
•Depress and hold the brake pedal.
•Press button  once to switch off the electronic parking brake ⇒ Electronic parking 
brake.
•Manual gearbox: depress the clutch fully.
•Select first gear ⇒ Manual gearbox: selecting a gear or selector lever position D/S⇒ DSG dual 
clutch gearbox.
•Pull on the  button and hold it in this position to hold the vehicle and trailer with the 
electronic parking brake.
•Release the brake pedal.
•Pull away slowly. To do this, slowly release the clutch pedal for a manual gearbox.
•Only let go of the  button when the engine has sufficient power to move off.
Trailer stabilisation
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The trailer stabilisation function can detect if an attached trailer is starting to lurch from side to side 
and can provide countersteer.
Trailer stabilisation is a subsidiary function of the Electronic Stability Control (ESCyf .
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Incorrect trailer towing can cause loss of vehicle control and serious personal injury.
•Towing a trailer and transporting heavy or bulky items can change the way the vehicle 
handles and increase the braking distance.
•Always drive carefully and think ahead. Brake earlier than in normal driving.
•Always adapt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic 
conditions. Reduce your speed, particularly when going downhill.
•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 try to stop a trailer from snaking by increasing your speed.
•Keep to speed limits which may be lower for vehicles with trailers than for vehicles 
without trailers.
WARNING 

Park the vehicle on a firm and level surface at a safe distance from the flow of traffic.
Switch on the electronic parking brake Electronic parking brake.
Turn the light switch to position 0 Lights.
Move the turn signal lever to neutral position Lights.
Move the automatic gearbox selector lever to position P DSG® dual clutch gearbox.
Switch off the ignition and remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock Starting and 
stopping the engine.
Manual gearbox: select a gear Manual gearbox: selecting a gear.
Switch off the orientation lighting Lights.
Leave the defective bulbs to cool down.
You can change the following bulbs yourself:
•Bulbs in the halogen headlight: dipped beam, main beam, daytime running light, side light, turn 
signal.
•Bulbs in front bumper: fog lights, static cornering light.
•Bulbs in the tail light clusters: rear turn signal, if it does not feature LED technology (depending 
on vehicle equipment levelyf .
All other bulbs and lamps in the vehicle should always be changed by an expert.
Additional bulb specifications
Some bulbs in headlights or in tail light clusters might have factory specifications that are different 
to standard bulbs. The designation is inscribed on the bulb, either on the glass part or on the base.
LED bulbs on the vehicle
•Brake light, rear fog light, tail light, turn signal and reversing light in the tail light clusters.
•Dipped beam, main beam, daytime running lights, static cornering light, side lights and turn 
signal.
•Number plate light.
Owners cannot replace the LEDs themselves. If some LEDs fail, this may be an indication that 
more elements are on the point of failure. If this happens, have the bulbs checked and replaced if 
necessary at a qualified workshop.
Checklist Information on changing bulbs
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Checklist
Always carry out the following actions for changing a bulb in the given order ⇒:
Accidents can occur if roads are not sufficiently illuminated and other road users have 
difficulty seeing the vehicle, or cannot see it at all.
WARNING
Changing the bulb incorrectly can cause accidents and serious injuries.
•When working in the engine compartment, always read and observe the safety 
warnings ⇒ In the engine compartment. The engine compartment of any motor vehicle 
is a dangerous area. Serious injuries can be sustained here.
•H7/H15 bulbs are pressurised and could explode when they are being changed.
•Only change the defective bulb once it has had time to cool down completely.
•Never change a bulb unless you are familiar with the procedure. If you are uncertain of 
what to do, the work should be carried out by a qualified workshop.
•Do not touch the glass part of the bulb with unprotected fingers. When the light is 
switched on, heat will cause fingerprints to evaporate on the bulb, which in turn will 
cause the reflector to dim.
•There are sharp-edged parts in the headlight housing in the engine compartment and 
on the tail light cluster housing. Protect your hands when changing bulbs.
WARNING
Damage to the electrical system can be caused by water entering the system if the rubber 
covers or plastic caps on the headlight housing are not properly mounted after a bulb has 
been changed.
NOTICE 

Check to see if a fuse has blown Changing fuses.
Follow the instructions to change the affected bulb . Always use identical bulbs with the 
same designation. The designation is inscribed on the bulb, either on the glass part or on 
the base.
Do not touch the glass part of the bulb with unprotected fingers. The heat of the bulb would 
cause the fingerprint to evaporate and condense on the reflector. This will impair the 
brightness of the headlight.
After changing the bulb, check to ensure that the bulb is working properly. If the bulb is not 
working properly, the bulb may not have been inserted properly or may have failed again, 
or the connector may have been inserted incorrectly.
Any time you change a bulb in the front of the vehicle, the headlight settings should be 
checked by a qualified workshop.
Changing bulbs in the headlights (halogen bulbsyf
Fig. 204 In the engine compartment: covers and bulbs on the left front headlight.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The front headlight does not need to be removed when changing bulbs.
The actions should only be carried out in the specified order:
⇒ Fig. 204Dipped beam 
headlights
Side 
lights/daytime 
running lights
Turn signalMain beam 
headlights
1.Observe and follow the instructions on the checklist ⇒ Checklist Information on 
changing bulbs.
2.Open the bonnet ⇒ In the engine compartment.
3.
Pull off the rubber 
cover ① from 
the back of the 
headlight.
Pull off the rubber 
cover ① from 
the back of the 
headlight.
Pull off the rubber 
cover ② from 
the back of the 
headlight.
4.
Turn the bulb 
holder ③
anticlockwise as 
far as it will go and 
pull it out to the 
rear along with the 
bulb.
Turn the bulb 
holder \b
anticlockwise as 
far as it will go and 
pull it out to the 
rear along with the 
bulb.
Turn the bulb 
holder ⑤
anticlockwise as far 
as it will go and pull 
it out to the rear 
along with the bulb.
Turn the bulb holder 
⑥ anticlockwise 
as far as it will go 
and pull it out to the 
rear along with the 
bulb.
5.If applicable, push the catch on the bulb holder and pull the bulb straight out of the 
bulb holder.
6.Replace the defective bulb with a new bulb of the same type.
7.
Ignoring any of the items on this important safety checklist can lead to accidents and 
severe injuries.
•Always follow the instructions in the checklist and observe the general safety 
procedures.
WARNING
Always take care when removing or fitting lights to prevent damage to the paintwork or to 
other vehicle parts.
NOTICE 

⇒ Fig. 204Dipped beam 
headlights
Side 
lights/daytime 
running lights
Turn signalMain beam 
headlights
Insert the bulb 
holder ③ into 
the headlight and 
turn it clockwise as 
far as it will go.
Insert the bulb 
holder \b into 
the headlight and 
turn it clockwise as 
far as it will go.
Insert the bulb 
holder ⑤ into 
the headlight and 
turn it clockwise as 
far as it will go.
Insert the bulb holder 
⑥ into the 
headlight and turn it 
clockwise as far as it 
will go.
8.Fit the rubber 
cover ①.
Fit the rubber 
cover ①.
Fit the rubber cover 
②.
9.Close the bonnet ⇒ In the engine compartment.
The illustrations show the left-hand headlight from the rear. The right-hand headlight is a 
mirror image of the one shown.
There are various types of headlight, so the position and design of covers, bulbs and bulb 
holders may vary from those shown in the illustrations.
It is not possible for customers to change the LEDs in daytime running lights with LED 
technology. Go to a qualified workshop.
Changing bulbs in the front bumper
Fig. 205 In the front bumper, right-hand side: remove the fog light.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The actions should only be carried out in the specified order:
1.Observe and follow the instructions on the checklist ⇒ Checklist Information on 
changing bulbs.
2.Take the wire hook from the tool kit and insert it in the opening in the cover 
⇒ Fig. 205. Pull the cover forwards in the direction of the arrow.
3.Use the screwdriver from the vehicle tool kit to unscrew the securing screw 
⇒ Fig. 205①⇒ Vehicle toolkit.
4.Pull the headlight out of the bumper towards the outside of the vehicle.
5.Release the connector and pull it off.
6.Turn the bulb holder anticlockwise as far as it will go and pull it out to the rear 
along with the bulb.
7.Replace the defective bulb with a new bulb of the same type.
8.Insert the bulb holder into the headlight and turn it clockwise as far as it will go.
9.Connect the connector to the bulb holder. The connector should click into place.
10.Push the headlight from the outside into the openings and insert into the bumper.
11.Use the screwdriver to tighten the securing bolts ⇒ Fig. 205①.
12.Replace the cover in the bumper ⇒ Fig. 205.
13.Stow the wire hook and screwdriver in the vehicle tool kit.
Changing bulbs in the front bumper (R-Lineyf
•Please ensure that the electrical connection on the headlight housing is positioned 
properly in order to prevent damage to the electrical system caused by water entering 
the system.
•When removing and refitting the headlight, make sure that the vehicle's paintwork is 
not damaged.
NOTICE