Volkswagen 2012 Routan User manual

2012 Routan

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German engineering isn’t just about creating a faster car.
Or a tighter ride. Or even the most fuel-efficient engine.
We’re not merely designing the sleekest silhouette. Or the
roomiest cargo space. Or the most breathtaking sunroof.
And even though we place safety at the top of our list, we’re
not in this solely to get recognition for our success. Or
to break records. Or to add extra safety features just to
be safe. At Volkswagen, we’re about all of these things
happening together, beautifully and precisely, to create
a car that’s actually fun to drive. Because we’re not just
making any car, we’re making your car. That’s the power
of German engineering.
Better engineering for you.

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The Routan
Let’s be honest. People need minivans. Because minivans
accommodate a life full of strollers, groceries, and sports
gear. Not to mention kids. Which is why the Routan—
with room for seven, up to 144 cubic feet of storage space,
and third-row fold-flat seats—is such a smart purchase.
As if that wasn’t clever enough, add the available dual
power-sliding doors with power windows and an available
power liftgate in back for that extra boost of functionality.
And, for the ultimate seal of approval, the Routan was
named a 2011 Best Buy by Consumers Digest . Flexible,
appealing, and safe, with the unmistakable Volkswagen
performance that’s designed to bring out the kid in you.
Because we don’t think you should have to choose between
want and need.
From the carpool
to the fast lane.

Up to 144 cubic feet of cargo space
Eight-way power front seats with driver’s seat memory*
Heated front- and second-row seats*
Getting in and out of the Routan is easy with the available
dual power-sliding doors. That’s right, doors on both sides.
The integrated power windows also have available built-in
window shades and driver-controlled rear vents to help
you keep a breeze going on hot days.
Every Routan comes with a wealth of in-floor storage
space that’s perfect for stashing sports equipment, beach
towels, camping gear, or anything else you can think of
bringing along. Just load it up and you’re ready for takeoff.
Whether you’re on your way to soccer practice or on your way
home from the store with a week’s worth of groceries, the minivan’s
amazingly adaptable interior is ready for almost anything. Remove
the second-row captain’s chairs and fold the third-row seats flat to
enjoy up to 144 cubic feet of storage space. You can even choose
to automate the third-row seats with the available power-folding
feature. The Routan adapts with the greatest of ease should you
need the extra space. Plus, if you opt for the available remote
power liftgate, you’ll make accessing all that extra space even easier.
For the family who has everything.
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Versatility
*Feature available on select models.

Remote start. The available remote start system is handy in
extremely hot and cold weather to help warm up the engine and
make the interior more hospitable before you climb inside and
leave for your destination.
Rearview camera. Once you arrive, the available rearview camera
gives you a real-time view of what’s behind you, to help prevent
you from backing into anything but an empty parking space.
Technologically savvy.
Everything about the Routan is designed to help
make your life easier. There’s an available touchscreen
navigation system, which can help you map your
route around the country or around the corner, as
well as play any kind of music or talk radio you
like using both the one-year trial subscription to
SiriusXM Satellite Radio and SiriusXM Travel Link.
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The available Bluetooth® system lets you answer and
make calls using voice commands. You speak. It
dials. And just to show that Volkswagen really has
thought of everything, the available Wi-Fi™ router
lets passengers connect laptops, game devices, or
smartphones to the Internet so they can surf, game,
or chat—wirelessly.
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Technology
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Entertainment
Dual-screen rear seat entertainment system*
Touchscreen audio system*
Wi-Fi*
The entertainment system is packed with features, including a
30GB hard drive and USB port, making it an excellent option
to help maximize your minivan. Load it up with music to listen
to along the way, or movies and photos to watch while you’re
parked, and bring a little more joy to every ride.
Double feature.
Once everyone gets settled and comfortable in
their seats with available Vienna leather seating
surfaces, let the games begin. Or the movies. Or one
movie and one video game. With the available
rear seat entertainment system, not only are there
up to two screens to watch, but they can each play
something different. And you can give separate
headphones to each passenger to keep the volume
down and the entertainment up.
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*Feature available on select models.

People like cupholders. A lot. So we’ve given you 13 cupholders conveniently located throughout
the Routan to stash coffee cups, soda cans, sippy cups, or even change for parking meters.
Design is all in the family.
Families need minivans. Which is why we designed one that looks and drives
like a Volkswagen. Its dynamic exterior has thoughtful details like available
17-inch alloy wheels, available turn signals built into the side mirrors, and
available store-in-place roof rails for carrying stuff. And lots of it. Climb
inside and check out the available sunroof that lets in sunshine and fresh air when
you need it. And don’t forget to use the available dual power-sliding doors to
let yourself in. And out. So whether you’re going on a road trip or ferrying
the kids around town, the Routan offers a wealth of practical solutions without
sacrificing style.
Fold-flat rear seat with tailgate mode
Dual power-sliding doors*
13 cupholders
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Design
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*Feature available on select models.

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3.6L, 283-hp V6 engine
Six-speed automatic transmission
Towing capacity of up to 3,600 lbs*
Isn’t it amazing how the amount of stuff you have
seems to grow exponentially every time you have a
child? If this sounds like your family, you’ll love the fact
that the optional towing package allows your Routan
to tow up to 3,600 lbs.*
The Routan comes with a six-speed automatic transmission
that gives it uncommonly smooth shifting. You might
even call it effortless.
The Routan may look like a minivan with all that space
inside, but it handles like a Volkswagen. Which means that
its optimized steering system puts you at the helm of a
powerful machine, featuring a 3.6L V6 engine with 283
horsepower and 260 lbs/ft of torque. And it also means
that carpool duty just got a lot more fun.
It hauls.
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Performance
*Optional towing package required. See owner’s manual for towing details.

Passive Safety Active Safety
Active safety features are the things that help you prevent a collision, such as brakes, steering,
and traction control elements like ABS and ESC. They may sound basic, but those elements
can help save your life.
Passive safety features are what help protect you during a collision, such as safety belts,
airbags,* steel-reinforced seating, safety cages, and crumple zones. You know that
German engineering you love? Well, it’s actually throughout the entire car.
LATCH allows you to secure child seats to your
Routan using specific built-in anchors that make it
easier to install your child seats securely.
These head restraints move forward and upward
in a rear-end collision, helping reduce head
acceleration before it makes contact, thereby
lowering the chance of injury.
Integrated right into the front structure of your
Routan are impact-absorbing elements that help
minimize the amount of energy that reaches you.
In addition to dual front and Side Curtain Protection
®
airbags, the Routan comes with dual thorax side
and driver knee protection airbags.* You may not
know where your thorax is, but the Routan does.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) Front-seat active head restraints AirbagsCrash-optimized front end
ESC helps prevent oversteer or understeer during
an evasive maneuver by applying corrective forces
to each of the wheels. In other words, it helps you
maintain control.
The TPMS system helps monitor tire pressure
and informs you of any loss in pressure when
it occurs.
ABS helps keep the brakes from locking up during
sudden stops, and it helps you retain control over the
steering in the event of emergency braking.
HBA helps ensure that you get the maximum power
from the brake system by judging the suddenness
of the braking and applying extra pressure when you
need it most.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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* Airbags are supplemental restraints only and will not deploy under all crash circumstances. Always use safety belts and seat children only in the rear, using restraint systems appropriate for their size and age.
This is an illustration and does not depict what will happen in a crash. All airbags will not inflate in real-world crashes, and if
multiple airbags do deploy, they will be in various stages of inflating/deflating and will never all be inflated at the same time.

At Volkswagen, we believe in our products so
much that we give you three years or 36,000
miles of scheduled Carefree Maintenance*—
on the house. Come by for a courtesy vehicle
check within the first 90 days, and ask us any
questions you have while we give your Routan
a basic checkup. Then come by every 6,000
miles for your remaining scheduled maintenance
checks. It’s that simple. So relax and enjoy
every carefree mile in your new VW. That’s what
it’s there for. And because it’s a Volkswagen,
it’ll keep that new car feeling for many years
to come.
Wellness for your wheels.
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Carefree Maintenance®
*The Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program covers the vehicle’s scheduled maintenance for three years
or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. Coverage during the term of the new vehicle limited warranty at no
additional charge. Some limitations apply.See dealer or vehicle maintenance program booklet for details.
No-charge scheduled Carefree Maintenance
36,000*
3
Years or Miles