
Steering
Information on steering
The steering should be locked every time you leave the vehicle to make it more difficult for the
vehicle to be stolen.
Steering
The power steering is not hydraulic. It is an electromechanical system. The advantage of this
steering system is that no hydraulic hoses, hydraulic oil, pumps, filter or other parts are required.
The electromechanical system reduces fuel consumption. A hydraulic system requires constant oil
pressure in the system, whereas an electromechanical steering system only needs an energy
supply while steering.
In vehicles with driving profile selection, the selected driving profile can affect the behaviour of the
power steering ⇒ Driving profile selection and 4MOTION Active Control.
Electronic steering column lock in vehicles with starter button
The steering column will be locked if the driver door is opened and the ignition is switched off. For
this, the vehicle should be stationary and, if necessary, the gear selector lever should be in position
P.
If the ignition is not switched off until after the driver door is opened, the electronic steering column
will only be locked when the vehicle is locked using the vehicle key or the sensor in the door
handle.
Mechanical steering column lock (steering lockyf L Q Y H K L F O H V Z L W K D Q
ignition lock
The steering column is locked if the vehicle key is removed from the ignition lock when the vehicle
is stationary. Turn the steering wheel slightly until the steering lock clicks into place.
Insert the vehicle key into the ignition lock to unlock the steering lock. Turn the steering wheel
slightly to take the load off the steering lock mechanism. Hold the steering wheel in this position and
turn the ignition on.
Electromechanical steering
The power steering provided by the electromechanical steering system automatically adjusts to the
vehicle speed, steering wheel torque and steering wheel angle. The electromechanical steering
only functions when the engine is running.
You will need considerably more strength than normal to steer the vehicle if the power steering is
reduced or has failed completely.
Counter steering assistance
Counter steering assistance provides the driver with power steering in critical driving situations.
Additional steering power helps the driver when counter steering ⇒.
The intelligent Hill Descent Control technology cannot overcome the laws of physics, and
functions only within the limits of the system. Never allow the extra convenience afforded
by pull-away assist systems to tempt you into taking any risks when driving.
•Unintentional vehicle movements can cause serious injury.
•The Hill Descent Control cannot replace the full concentration of the driver.
•Always adapt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic
conditions.
•A Hill Descent Control System may not be able to always hold the vehicle on uphill
gradients or brake it sufficiently on all slopes going downhill (e.g. if the ground is
slippery or icyyf .
WARNING
Always be prepared to brake the vehicle. Accidents and injuries could occur if this is not
ensured.
•The Hill Descent Control system is only a support function and may not be able to
brake the vehicle sufficiently in all situations when driving downhill.
•The vehicle may accelerate despite the Hill Descent Control system.
WARNING

Volkswagen recommends that drivers practise using the parking systems in a traffic-calmed
area or car park to allow them to familiarise themselves with the systems and their functions.
Park Distance Control
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Switching on and off
⇒ Display representation
⇒ Settings
⇒ Troubleshooting
The Park Distance Control system
assists the driver when manoeuvring
and parking.
Park Distance Control detects the distance from an obstacle by means of sensors in the front and
rear bumpers ⇒ Vehicle overviews. If there is an obstacle in the detection range of the sensors, the
system indicates this on the Infotainment system and by means of signal tones.
System limits
The sensors may not always be able to detect objects such as trailer drawbars, thin rails, fences,
posts, trees, very low or high obstacles and open or opening boot lids.
In some cases, dirt and ice on the sensors could be registered as an obstacle.
Switching on and off
Fig. 153 In the centre console: button for switching Park Distance Control on and off (depending on
equipmentyf .
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Switching on Park Distance Control
•Select reverse gear.
•OR: press the button or .
The intelligent technology used in the parking systems cannot overcome the laws of
physics, and functions only within the limits of the system. Never let the extra
convenience afforded by the parking systems tempt you into taking any risks when
driving. The parking systems cannot replace the full concentration of the driver.
•Always adapt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic
conditions.
•Unintentional vehicle movements can cause serious injury.
•Keep looking in the direction in which you are parking and at the relevant area
surrounding the vehicle.
•Do not allow the displays in the instrument cluster and the images shown in the
Infotainment system to distract you from the traffic.
•Always monitor the area around the vehicle as the parking systems will not always
detect infants, animals and objects.
•The parking systems have blind spots in which obstacles and people are not
registered.
•External sources of sound and certain surfaces on objects and clothing may influence
the sensors' signals. In certain circumstances, the systems will be unable to detect or
properly detect people and objects.
•Certain objects, for example narrow posts or railings, may be difficult or impossible to
see on the screen because of its low resolution or poor light conditions.
•When approaching objects at high speeds, the parking systems' signals and displays
may not respond quickly enough to emit a warning.
WARNING

Fig. 191 On the left of the luggage compartment: removable light.
Depending on the equipment, there may be a bracket for a removable light on the left-hand side of
the luggage compartment.
When fitted, the removeable light is used as a luggage compartment light.
Removing light from the holder
•Take hold of the removeable light in the area ⇒ Fig. 191Ⓐ.
•Pull the removeable light in the direction of the arrow out of the holder.
Using the removeable light
The removeable light is equipped with magnets. After removal, the light can be secured on the
vehicle body, for example ⇒.
Depending on the equipment, the light brightness can be set to two levels:
•Press button ⇒ Fig. 191① to switch on. The light is lit with full brightness.
•Press the button ⇒ Fig. 191① again to set the light to 50yb S R Z H U .
•Press the button ⇒ Fig. 191① again to switch the removeable light off.
Stowing the removeable light in the luggage compartment
Switch off the removeable light and push it in the opposite direction to the arrow ⇒ Fig. 191 into the
holder.
Replacing batteries
The rechargeable batteries of the removeable light are charged when it is fitted in the holder and
the engine is running.
You should change the batteries if the removeable light no longer provides the desired level of
brightness.
•Remove the light from the holder.
•Lever off the battery cover with a thin object under area ⇒ Fig. 191Ⓐ.
•Replace the batteries with models with the same voltage, size and specifications, making sure
they are installed in the right direction.
•Press the battery cover onto the removeable light until the battery cover audibly clicks into
place.
Roof carrier
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Securing a roof carrier
⇒ Loading the roof carrier
⇒ Notes on use
Roof carriers can be used to transport bulky items on the roof of the vehicle.
Depending on the model, the vehicle may be designed for fitting a roof carrier.
If you are unsure whether a roof carrier can be fitted on your vehicle, please contact a specialist
workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Only roof carriers that have been approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle must be used.
To avoid damage, stow the removable light securely in the holder in the luggage
compartment before driving off.
NOTICE
Use of conventional batteries or unsuitable rechargeable batteries can damage the
removable light and the vehicle electronics.
•Only use batteries that have the same specifications.
NOTICE

Fig. 199 Contents of the vehicle tool kit.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The content of the vehicle toolkit is determined by the vehicle equipment level ⇒ Fig. 199. The
following describes the maximum scope.
Vehicle tool kit components:
Screwdriver with hexagon socket in the handle for slackened wheel bolts. The screwdriver
blade is reversible. The screwdriver may be stowed under the box spanner.
Adapter for the anti-theft wheel bolts. Volkswagen recommends that you carry the wheel
bolt adapter in the vehicle tool kit at all times. The code number of the anti-theft wheel bolt is
engraved on the front of the adapter. You will need this number to replace the adapter if lost.
Make a note of the code number for the anti-theft wheel bolt and keep it in a safe place – but
not inside the vehicle.
Removable towing eye.
Wire hook for pulling off the centre cover, wheel covers and the wheel bolt caps.
Vehicle jack. Before you return the jack to the foam rubber holder, you must wind the claw
in fully.
Box spanner for wheel bolts.
Crank.
Collapsible chock ⇒ Collapsible chock.
Vehicle jack: maintenance
There are no maintenance cycles for the vehicle jack. Grease it with universal lubricant when
necessary.
Collapsible chock
Fig. 200 Folding out the collapsible chock.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The collapsible chock is stored with the vehicle tool kit ⇒ Stowage.
Design of the collapsible chock
•Lift up the support plate ⇒ Fig. 200①.
•Insert the two lugs on the securing plate into the slots on the base plate ⇒ Fig. 200②.
Correct usage
The collapsible chock can be used to chock the wheel that is diagonally opposite the wheel that is
being changed.
The collapsible chock must be placed directly in front of or behind the wheel. They must only be
used on a solid surface.
Assembling and using the collapsible chocks incorrectly can cause accidents and
injuries.
•Never use damaged collapsible chocks.
•Never use the collapsible chocks to secure the vehicle if it is located on a slope.
WARNING

Wiper blades
Service position
Fig. 201 Wiper blades in service position.
The wiper arms can be lifted off the windscreen when in the service position. Proceed as follows to
move the wipers to the service position ⇒ Fig. 201:
Activating the service position
•The bonnet must be closed ⇒ In the engine compartment.
•Switch the ignition on and then off again.
•Push the wiper lever downwards.
Lifting the windscreen wiper arms
•Move the wiper arms to the service position before lifting ⇒.
•When lifting the wiper arm hold it only by the wiper blade mounting.
Place the windscreen wiper arms back onto the windscreen before driving away. With the ignition
switched on, briefly press the windscreen wiper lever down to bring the windscreen wiper arms
back to the original position.
Cleaning and replacing the wiper blades
Fig. 202 Changing the windscreen wiper blades.
Fig. 203 Changing the rear window wiper blade.
The factory-fitted windscreen wiper blades are coated with graphite. The graphite coating ensures
that the windscreen wiper blade moves quietly over the windscreen. If the graphite coating is
damaged, the windscreen wiper will become louder.
Check the condition of the wiper blades on a regular basis. Rubbing wiper blades should be
changed if damaged or cleaned if dirty ⇒.
Damaged wiper blades should be replaced immediately. Windscreen wiper blades can be bought
from a qualified workshop.
•In order to prevent damage to the bonnet and the windscreen wiper arms, the
windscreen wiper arms should only be lifted when in the service position.
•Always return the windscreen wiper arms to the windscreen before starting your
journey.
NOTICE

Cleaning windscreen wiper blades
Note for the windscreen wipers: move the wiper arms to the service position before lifting them
⇒ Wipers.
•When lifting the wiper arm hold it only by the wiper blade mounting.
•Clean the wiper blades carefully using a damp sponge ⇒.
•Carefully place the wiper arms on the windscreen.
Changing the windscreen wiper blades
•Move the wiper arms to the service position before lifting ⇒ Wipers.
•When lifting the wiper arm hold it only by the wiper blade mounting.
•Press and hold the release button ⇒ Fig. 202① and simultaneously pull off the wiper blade in
the direction of the arrow.
•Insert a new wiper blade with the same length and design onto the wiper arm. Push it on until
it engages.
•Carefully place the wiper arms on the windscreen.
Changing the wiper blade for the rear window
•When lifting the wiper arm hold it only by the wiper blade mounting.
•Lift and fold back the wiper arm.
•Press and hold the release button ⇒ Fig. 203①.
•Tilt the wiper blade in the direction of the wiper arm ⇒ Fig. 203 (arrow Ⓐyf D Q G S X O O L W R I I L Q W K H
direction of the arrow Ⓑ at the same time. You may need to use some force to do this.
•Insert a new wiper blade with the same length and design onto the wiper arm in the opposite
direction of the arrow. Push it on until it engages ⇒ Fig. 203Ⓑ. The wiper blade must be in the
folded back position ⇒ Fig. 203 (arrow Ⓐyf .
•Carefully place the wiper arm back onto the rear window.
Wax deposits on the windscreen and rear window could cause the wiper blades to rub.
Remove wax residue using a special cleaning product or cleaning cloths.
Changing bulbs
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Checklist
⇒ Changing bulbs in the headlights (halogen bulbsyf
⇒ Changing bulbs in the front bumper
⇒ Changing bulbs in the front bumper (R-Lineyf
⇒ Changing the bulbs in the tail light cluster in the body
⇒ Troubleshooting
Changing the vehicle bulbs requires considerable technical skill. Volkswagen therefore
recommends having bulbs replaced by a qualified workshop if you are uncertain. The work must
always be performed by an expert if other vehicle parts around the affected bulbs need to be
removed. Volkswagen recommends having bulbs replaced by a Volkswagen dealership.
You should keep a box with spare light bulbs for the lights that ensure the vehicle is roadworthy in
the vehicle at all times. Spare bulbs are available from Volkswagen dealerships. In some countries
it is a legal requirement to have these spare bulbs in the vehicle.
It may be illegal to drive with a defective bulb in the exterior lighting.
Worn or dirty windscreen wiper blades reduce visibility and increase the risk of accidents
and severe injuries.
•Always change wiper blades if they are damaged or worn and no longer clean the
window properly.
WARNING
Damaged or dirty windscreen wipers can scratch the windscreen.
•Do not use any cleaning agents containing solvents, hard sponges and other sharp
objects, as they can damage the graphite coating of the wiper blades during cleaning.
•Do not use fuel, nail varnish remover, paint thinner or similar products to clean the
windows.
NOTICE

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