Volkswagen PHAETON - User manual

PHAETON
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.It’s the most Volkswagen you can get without a prescription.
So much for playing it safe.
Here it is.The Phaeton.™ A luxury car from
Volkswagen. (The same company that has defied
more than a few conventions these past 56 years.)
Surprised? To us, it’s simply the natural order of things.
Our engineers just don’t stop. Ceaseless hours
with our cars. Under the hood. Behind the dashboard.
Inside the engine block. Finding absolutely every
opportunity for innovation imaginable. Sooner or
later they were going to have to unleash this
enthusiasm on a luxury car.
And unleash they did.
Truth be told, we patented over 300 ideas while
developing the Phaeton model.
All our blue-sky thinking has resulted in more
than a few innovations. Like an adjustable air-suspension
system, which lets you choose between four different
shock-absorber settings on the fly. And Climatronic. ™ It
can create 4 distinct microclimates between 64º and 82º
using no direct ventilation. And the18-way adjustable
driver’s seat with massage, heating, cooling and lumbar
support.
1And 4MOTION®permanent all-wheel drive.
What’s really innovative, however, is that all these
features come standard – especially when you consider
many aren’t standard on other luxury cars in the Phaeton’s
price range, or even optional.
Of course, that’s precisely the idea.
To challenge the rules and conventions of how
cars can be made and for whom they can be made.
Some things never change.
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1Standard on the W12. Optional with package on the V8.

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There’s a reason simple, classic designs are simple and classic.
Stand back from the Phaeton. What do you see? Anything flashy? Exuberant? Ostentatious? No? Good.
That’s the idea. The exterior of the Phaeton doesn’t shout, or draw too much attention to itself. “What this
car inherently exudes is quiet elegance,” writes Ruediger Folten of VW’s Design Strategy group. Note the
balance of chrome. Not too much, not too little. And the front grille’s double bars – refined without
being showy. Doesn’t all of this seem a bit familiar? It should. The Phaeton comes from a history of
understated and timeless design. This car couldn’t be anything but a Volkswagen.
Made from aluminum alloy, our subdued
7-spoke design offers classic simplicity and
provides a strong feeling of motion, even when
they’re at rest. This design also provides more
wheel and less tire, so you get better handling
around corners.
18-InchAlloy WheelsSide-view Mirrors
When is a trunk hinge more than just a trunk
hinge? Made of forged aluminum alloy, this
one takes up a minimum amount of space,
and helps open or close the trunk automatically.
Automatic Trunk1
More Exterior Features
1. Xenon headlamps with washers
2. Tilt-and-slide power sunroof
3. LED taillights
4. Keyless access
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5. GPS navigation antenna
They’re power-adjustable, powerfolding,
and heatable. And that’s just the beginning.
The Phaeton’s side-view mirrors have a
self-dimming feature that helps reduce glare
from oncoming headlights. In addition, the
passenger side-view mirror tilts downward
automatically when the gearshift is placed
in reverse to facilitate parallel parking.
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1Optional with package on the V8, standard on the W12. 2Optional.

Whoa, just look at all the room in here. Room in here.
Okay, so an echo might be a bit of an exaggeration, but not by much. The Phaeton offers even the
leggiest travelers ample room to stretch out. Way out. The Phaeton has more rear headroom, shoulder
room, and legroom than several of our competitors in the luxury segment. In fact, the closest competitor
in the legroom department falls almost 3˝ short. It’s true. Feel free to drop bya select VW dealer and
see for yourself. While you’re there, note that all of the seating surfaces are covered in leather, standard.
You’ll find a nice range of wood trims available as well.
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The Phaeton’s standard rearbench seat comfortably
seats three people. The optional premium rear seat
accommodates three people and, like the standard
front seats, offers heating and air conditioning,
electronically adjustable lumbar support and
massage, as well as power height-adjustable
headrests for the two outboard positions only. The
10-way power-adjustable rear seats are available
as part of the 4-seater package.
RearSeating
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A little to the right. Now down a bit. Right there. Right there.
Consistent with everything else in the car, the Phaeton’s seats are way more than seats. To begin with,
they’re wrapped in leather, with micro-hole perforations to allow indirect heating and cooling ventilation.
The lumbar support is 4-way adjustable. And there’s massage. Yes, massage. It might not come with a
thick European accent, but the Phaeton’s optional massage system can do wonders for your spine during
those long trips. And our system is mechanical, not inflatable. We found a mechanical system simply
does a more thorough and satisfying job. It’s the little things, isn’t it?
“Is it hot in here, or is it just me?” It’s just you.
With the Climatronic climate-control system,
passengers can create their very own
micro-climates between 64°and 84.° You can
even heat or cool the cabin indirectly, via a
distribution network of thousands of tiny holes
in the dashboard and seats.
Climatronic Climate ControlInfotainment System
Underneath the Phaeton’s leather seats lies a
wide array of electronic adjustment options.
18-way for the driver and 16-way for the front
passenger. Once you’ve got the various
upper- and lower-body, lumbar, height,
angle, distance and headrest possibilities
set, they can be programmed to your
Phaeton’s key.
18-wayProgrammable Seating1
More Interior Features
1. 10-speaker premium stereo with CD player
2. Self-dimming rearview mirror
3. Rear climate controls
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4. Multi-function trip computer
5. Power rear window shade
Sure, it’s incredibly powerful. Everything from
the audio system, to GPS navigation,
air-suspension settings, the climate-control
system, and the tire pressure monitor is located
right at your fingertips. All this technology –
and it’s as easy to use as an ATM.
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Memory Settings
Many of the features in the Phaeton, like the
power-seating, steering wheel and rearview
mirror positions, and the sound system and
Climatronic climate-control preferences can
be saved into memory and programmed to a
folding remote key ID.
118-way power adjustable driver and 16-way passenger seats are standard on the
W12, optional with package on the V8. 2Optional with package on the V8.
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Watch closely as brainpower is turned into horsepower.
Valve timing can be tricky business. Typically, you tune the engine to idle smoothly – which means less
power at higher rpm, or you tune for power – possibly causing the engine to shake and sputter while
driving. To solve this dilemma, the Phaeton uses Variable Valve Timing, which varies air intake and
exhaust timing by as much as 22.º So the Phaeton idles smoothly, then adjusts to provide plenty of
mid-range torque. The end result? The V8 ponies up 335 horsepower at 6,500 rpm. And the W12
offers a staggering 420 hp at 6,000 rpm.
We use adjustable air springs, not steel springs,
to provide a greater range of comfort and
control. Sensors in each wheel housing help
the air springs maintain optimal vehicle
height. Adjustable shock absorbers let you
easily switch betweena “Sport” and two
“Comfort” settings.
AdjustableAir-Suspension System
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“The Phaetonis avisuallyimposing,
exquisitelycrafted, giganticallycapable
car that’spositivelyheavingwiththelatest
inperformance,luxury, andsafety.”
– Automobile
“Reputations aren’t made overnight, but
oncepeopledrivethiscar,wordwillspread.
At Autobahn speed,we expect.”
–RogerHart, AutoWeek ,July22, 2002
Usually in a car as big as the Phaeton, you’d
need a big, heavy engine. But maybe not.
Volkswagen’s engineers built the Phaeton’s V8
from aluminum alloy with a 17 percent silicon
content. Doing this eliminates the need for
steel liners in the cylinder bores, making the
engine block lighter. It also helps dissipate
heat faster. The cylinder heads are made from
die-cast magnesium to save additional weight.
The Phaeton V8
The way we see it, if you’re going to engineer
a car this technologically advanced, it should
have all-wheel drive, standard. 4 MOTION is
completely automatic, constantly measuring
traction, then distributing power and braking
to help keep your Phaeton under the greatest
possible control.
4MOTION
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This is where our story really begins.
Safety is embedded in almost every aspect of the Phaeton. From the passenger compartment (a.k.a. the
frame) – designed to be the stiffest in its class. To 4 MOTION permanent all-wheel drive. To the intuitively
designed multifunction steering wheel. In essence, the Phaeton’s safety features are everywhere, working
in both passive and active capacities. They have been designed to help keep you alert, save time and
help maintain your focus on the road. We’ve illustrated a few of the Phaeton’s safety features below.
RoadsideAssistance1
The Phaeton also has a 24-hour-a-dayRoadside
Assistance package, for 4 years, unlimited
mileage. Wherever you go, there we are.
The Phaeton’s passenger compartment is
designed to be one of the stiffest in its class. It’s
made from layers of high-grade, high-strength
steel that are bonded together by laser
welding and structural gluing to ensure the
rigidity of the body is evenly distributed
throughout the entire structure.
Passenger Compartment
Front headrests will fold forward in the event
of certain rear-on collisions to help avoid
the effect of whiplash. What’s more, no
additional repair is needed to restore the
headrest back to its original position.
Active Head Restraint
The Phaeton comes standard with dual front,
front side, and rear side impact airbags, as
well as Side Curtain Protection™airbags. Side
Curtain Protection airbags
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deploy from the
top frame, rather than the side of the seat,
to prevent head trauma in the case of a
collision.
Safety Systems
More SafetyFeatures
1. Electronic stabilization program
2. Head restraints for all seating positions
3. Direct tire pressure monitoring system
4. Anti-theft vehicle alarm system
5. Trunk escape handle
This system uses ultrasonic sensors to detect
the distance from the Phaeton to objects,
people and other cars. Acoustic signals
inside the car intensify as the Phaeton gets
closer to nearby objects. Visual displays
mounted atop the front dash, in back, and
above the rear window use yellow then red
lights to indicate the closing of the gap.
Electronic ParkingAssistance
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1Roadside Assistance is provided by Road America. See dealer for details. 2Airbags are supplemental safety systems. Always use
safety belts and seat children only in the rear, using restraint systems appropriate for their size and age. 3Optional on all trim levels.
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Custom exteriors and interiors require custom manufacturing and are available at an additional
cost. Please see your dealer for lead times and ordering details. 1Delayed introduction.
CUSTOM COLOR
COMBINATIONS
Sonnenbeige • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Kristall Gray • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Anthracite • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Petrol • • • • • • • •
Navy Blue • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Luna Blue Klavierlack
Nocturne Aubergine
Klavierlack
Black Klavierlack
Campanella White
Coucou Gray
Luna Blue
Nocturne Aubergine
Black
Silver Mirror Bolero Beige
SilverAtmosphere
Cairo Gray
Antibes Blue
Marais Green
Deep Blue
Waterworld
Luxury Black Heliochrome
Apassionata Blue
Heliochrome
Papillon Silver
Heliochrome
Color
Luna Blue
Klavierlack
Nocturne
Aubergine
Klavierlack
Black
Klavierlack
Campanella
White Coucou Gray Luna Blue
Nocturne
Aubergine
Black Silver Mirror Bolero Beige Silver
Atmosphere
Custom Color
Cairo Gray
Custom Color
Antibes Blue
Custom Color
Marais Green
Custom Color
Deep Blue
Custom Color
Waterworld
Custom Color
Apassionata Blue
Heliochrome
Custom Color
Papillon Silver
Heliochrome
Custom Color
Leather
Wood Trim Eucalyptus
Std. V8, Opt. W12
Walnut
Opt. V8, Std. W12
Myrtle
Opt. V8 and W12
Sonnenbeige
Kristall Gray Anthracite
LuxuryBlack
Heliochrome
Custom Color
Chestnut
Opt. V8 and W12
Petrol
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Custom Color
Navy Blue
Custom Color

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KEY:Standard
O
Optional
OP
Available
with package
•
Unavailable
Please see the official 2005 Phaeton showroom brochure at participating Volkswagen dealers for further technical
information, photos and other details.1Airbags are supplemental restraints only and will not deploy under all accident
scenarios.Always use safety belts and seat children onlyin the rear, using restraint systems appropriate fortheirsize and age.
EXTERIOR Front to back V8 W12
Xenon headlamps with clear, lightweight, chip-resistant polycarbonate lenses,
and independent dual-cycle headlight washer system S S
Automatic headlamps with coming/leaving home feature S S
Power side exterior mirrors, heatable, self-dimming, power flush-folding,
with memory, and passenger tilt function when reversing S S
Tilt-and-slide power glass sunroof with tinted glass, power sunshade,
preselect, pinch protection, and convenience-closing feature operated S S
by driver’s doorpower lock
17-inch alloy wheels with anti-theft wheel locks (snow chain compatible) O O
18-inch alloy wheels with anti-theft wheel locks O S
Full-size spare tire with matching alloy wheelS S
Soft-close doors S S
Power-opening/closing trunk OP S
INTERIOR Aesthetically speaking V8 W12
190-watt sound system with10 speakers, 8-channel amplifier, sub woofer,
AM/FM, and glove-box-mounted 6-disc CD changer S •
270-watt sound system with12 speakers,12-channel amplifier, sub woofer,
AM/FM, Digital Sound Processing (DSP) with 7adjustable simulated modes, O S
dynamic sound compression, and glove-box-mounted 6-disc CD changer
12-way driver and passenger power-adjustable comfort seats with heat,
power-adjustable lumbar support, safety belts and head restraints, memory
function for front seats, exterior mirrors, interior rearview mirror and S •
steering column
18-way driver and16-way passenger power-adjustable comfort seats with
massage feature, power-adjustable lumbar support, safety belts and head
restraints, memory function for front seats, exterior mirrors, interior rearview OP S
mirror and steering column, and ventilated with air conditioning and heat
Heatable rear seats OP S
Rear seat with massage feature for outboard seating positions and
ventilated with air conditioning • OP
10-way power-adjustable rear outboard seats with memory, power-
adjustable head restraints for all seating positions, and rear control for OP OP
front passenger seat
Power-adjustable lumbar support for rear outboard seating positions OP OP
Leather seating surfaces S S
Eucalyptus wood interior trim S O
Walnut wood interior trim O S
Chestnut wood interior trim O O
Myrtle wood interior trim O O
Stainless steel accelerator, brake, and emergency brake pedals S S
Rear center console in wood with display for rear climate controls OP OP
INTERIOR For your convenience V8 W12
CD-based navigation system with visual and audible commands S S
Multifunction trip computer with 5-inch color display integrated into the
instrument cluster featuring trip time, distance, average trip speed and S S
fuel consumption, current fuel consumption, and miles to empty
Infotainment system with 7-inch color display featuring adjustable settings for
climate control, navigation, audio, vehicle settings, trip computer, air-suspension S S
settings, and tire pressure monitoring system
Four-zone Climatronic™ automatic climate-control system S S
Front and rear air vents with draft-free ventilation S S
Rear climate controls and display for rearpassengers OP S
Self-dimming rearview mirror with memory function S S
4-spoke leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel with cruise control,
audio, and multifunction onboard computer functions S S
Heated steering wheelOP S
Power height-adjustable telescopic steering column with easy entry/exit function S S
Power-operated rear window sunshade S S
TECH SPECS Technology& engineering V8 W12
4.2L, 335 hp, 317 lb-ft torque V8 engine S •
6.0L, 420 hp, 406 lb-ft torque W12 engine • S
6-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic,® Dynamic Shift Program
(DSP), and sport modeS •
5-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic, Dynamic Shift Program
(DSP), and sport mode• S
4MOTION®permanent all-wheel drive system S S
Servotronic® power steering S S
Independent, 4-corner adjustable airsuspension with four adjustable
damping settings, Electronic Damping Control (EDC), and auto leveling S S
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) 4-wheel vented disc brakes S S
Electronic stabilization program S S
ASR (Anti-Slip Regulation) traction control S S
EDL (Electronic Differential Lock) S S
EBC (Engine Braking Control) S S
EBD (Electronic Brake Force Distribution) S S
MEASUREMENTS Think bigger
Wheelbase 118.1 in
Front Track 64.1 in
Rear Track 63.5 in
Overall Length 203.7 in
Width 74.9 in
Height 57.1 in
Front/Rear Headroom37.2/38.1in
Front/Rear Shoulder Room59.6/57.8 in
Front/Rear Legroom41.7/43.1 in
Passenger Volume 108 cu ft
Front Volume 53.5 cu ft
Rear Volume 54.9 cu ft
Cargo Volume 13.0 cu ft
SAFETY & SECURITY Play it safe V8 W12
Driver and front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system1S S
Driver, front passenger and rear outboard passenger side impact airbags1 S S
Side Curtain Protection™ airbags1S S
3-point safety belts with emergency locking retractors and load limiters
at all seating positions S S
Safety belt pretensioners fordriver, front passengerand rear
outboard seating positions
S S
Head restraints for all seating positions S S
Active head restraints for driver and front passenger S S
Direct tire pressure monitoring system S S
Intelligent crash response system S S
Volkswagen Telematics by OnStar®S S
Electronic Parking Assistance O/OP O
SAFETY& SECURITY Lockdown V8 W12
Central power locking system with remote transmitter S S
Power window lockout on driver’s side doorS S
Anti-theft vehicle alarm system with anti-tow alarm, interior motion
sensor for doors, hood, trunk, radio, and starter interrupt S S
OPTIONAL PACKAGES Extras V8 W12
Comfort and Cold Weather Package O •
4-Seater Package O O
Technology Package O •
Comfort Package • O
BASIC LIMITED WARRANTY: The Phaeton comes with a bumper-to-bumper New Vehicle
Limited Warranty for 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first.
POWERTRAIN LIMITED WARRANTY: The Volkswagen Powertrain Limited Warranty
provides 5 years or 60,000 miles of protection, whichever comes first.
ANTI-CORROSION WARRANTY: A fully galvanized steel body means we can offer you a
12-year unlimited mileage Limited Warranty Against Corrosion Perforation.
WARRANTY

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Just because the Phaeton is a luxury car doesn’t mean we have the luxury of dropping the legal jargon. So, here we go. Volkswagen of
America, Inc. believes the information and specifications in this brochure to be correct at the time of printing. Specifications, standard features,
options, fabrics and colors are subject to change without notice. Some features may be unavailable when your vehicle is built. Some vehicles
are pictured with options that may be available at extra cost or may not be available on some models. Ask your dealer about the availability of
options and verify that the vehicle you ordered includes the equipment you ordered. Tires are supplied and warranted by their manufacturer.
EPA fuel mileages are estimates only. Your fuel consumption may vary. “Volkswagen,” the Volkswagen logo, and “4MOTION” are registered
trademarks of Volkswagen AG. “Phaeton” and “Side Curtain Protection” are trademarks of Volkswagen AG. “Drivers wanted.” is a registered
trademark of Volkswagen of America, Inc. “Climatronic” is a trademark of Volkswagen of America, Inc. “Tiptronic” is a registered trademark of
Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. “Servotronic” is a registered trademark of the AM General Corporation. “HomeLink” is a registered trademark of the
Prince Corporation, Holland, Michigan. Prince is a wholly owned subsidiary of Johnson Controls.™ “OnStar” is a registered trademark of OnStar
Corporation. For further information regarding the Phaeton or any other Volkswagen model, please call 1-800 DRIVE VW or, like we said
above, look us up at vw.com. Before we sign off, remember, please don’t drink and drive. (Sometimes, the most important words are saved for
last.) ©2005 Volkswagen of America, Inc. Printed in U.S.A.
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