Volkswagen PHAETON - User manual

T H E P H A E T O N .
PVW124PHAA PRINTE D IN ENGLAN D. ISSUE: 1 FEB RUARY 2008 WW W.VOLKSWAGEN.CO.UK TELEPH ONE 0800 03 7 7888 The illustrations in this book do not necessarily reflect UK specifications and some items of equipment may not be available for the UK. The specifications contained in this book are for information purposes only as we cannot confirm the exact specifications of the vehicles. 4MOTION is a registered trademark of Volkswagen AG.
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S I T B A C K , R E L A X A N D E N J O Y C O N S U M M A T E P O W E R .
Model shown is 3.0 V6 TDI DPF 4MOTION.
The Phaeton. In Greek mythology, Phaeton was the son of Helios, the sun god. Helios had a magnificent sun carriage pulled by wild horses and, legend has it, Phaeton insisted on taking control of the carriage. Unfortunately, he was unable to either handle the carriage or tame its lively horses. Disaster was averted only by the intervention of Zeus, his godfather, who managed to bring the carriage to a stop. Since then, the legend of Phaeton has been a symbol for the human desire to tread new paths. In the 19th century, the Phaeton was the name for a noble coach that was driven not by coachmen but by the master himself. Today the name stands for luxurious travel, precision craftsmanship and state of the art engineering in the form of the Volkswagen Phaeton.

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T H E U LT I M A T E I N C O M F O R T A N D S T Y L E .
Model shown is 4.2 V8 4MOTION LWB with optional 19" ‘Helios’ alloy wheels.

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Model shown is 3.0 V6 TDI DPF 4MOTION with optional 19" ‘Helios’ alloy wheels.
A C H I E V I N G T H E U LT I M A T E C O N T R O L T H R O U G H E L E C T R O N I C C H A S S I S S Y S T E M S .

A N I N T E L L I G E N T D R I V E S Y S T E M T H A T D O E S T H E T H I N K I N G F O R Y O U . L E A V I N G Y O U F R E E T O E N J O Y T H E R I D E .
Blue skies or grey, congested roads or clear, bumpy surface or smooth, whatever the
driving conditions, your total comfort should never be in question. Hence, Volkswagen’s introduction of ground-breaking technologies, concealed beneath every millimetre of the Phaeton, ensuring your maximum comfort, safety and pleasure. Such as the Continuous Damping Control (CDC) electronic air suspension system, designed to adapt automatically to road conditions and deliver the ultimate in smoothness of ride. So you arrive at your destination, happy and relaxed, with a smile on your face.
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Model shown is 3.0 V6 TDI DPF 4MOTION with optional 18" ‘Spirit’ alloy wheels. Model shown is 3.0 V6 TDI DPF 4MOTION LWB with optional 19" ‘Helios’ alloy wheels, Bi-Xenon headlights and Automatic Distance Control (ADC).

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A R R I V E I N S T Y L E . Model shown is 3.0 V6 TDI DPF 4MOTION LWB with optional 19" ‘Helios’ alloy wheels.

E X T E R I O R D E S I G N .
You never get a second chance to make a first impression, which is why exterior styling is so important. In fact, your first
impression is formed within just three seconds – thankfully, that’s all the time you’ll need to get the measure of the Phaeton.
If the design of a car is an expression of its personality, the Phaeton is characterised by uncompromising attention to
detail, high quality materials and immaculate workmanship. From the sleek, contoured bonnet and the distinctive C-pillar to the ‘Cherry red’ rear light clusters, from the discreet chrome trim and body-coloured door mirrors to the close fit of the
panels, each small detail complements the harmony of the overall design. And like a true thoroughbred, agility and performance is inherent from every angle. Just one glance at the chrome-trimmed radiator grille, streamlined bumpers and expressive Xenon dipped beam headlights gives you a sense of what is to come. Understated and sleek, every aspect of the Phaeton’s exterior design exudes elegance, power and purit y of form – giving you a glimpse into its inner qualities as well as its more obvious charms.
Elegant: the clear flowing lines of the bonnet, chrome- trimmed radiator grille and optional Bi-Xenon headlights with dynamic curve lighting, LED daytime running lights and headlight washers (standard on 6.0 W12) all combine to produce the distinctive, charismatic face of the Phaeton.
Innovative: ‘Cherry red’ rear light clusters, incorporating LED technology, give an unmistakable visual appearance, enhancing the purit y of the rear design.
Stylish: twin exhaust tailpipes, discreetly positioned in the rear bumper, emphasise the power and dynamics of the 6.0 W12. Intelligent: ‘Keyless entry and keyless start’, the optional lock and start system recognises your Phaeton’s key, even when it’s in your pocket.
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Interior shown is 4.2 V8 4MOTION LWB with optional ‘Chestnut’ interior wood trim, ‘Sensitive’ leather upholstery and Keyless entry and keyless start.
I N T E R I O R D E S I G N .
Interior design is absolutely key in ensuring that
function and safety go hand in hand, especially when you have a car offering so many technologically advanced features as the Phaeton.
When driving a Phaeton for the first time, you may be
surprised to learn just how quickly each hand movement finds the appropriate control as a matter of course. Located behind the steering wheel, are a number of classically designed, round instrument panels, arranged in a clear, logical manner. They are controlled by a well structured, five inch multifunction computer with colour display, providing the driver with important navigation and journey details, such as average speed, ambient temperature and current or average fuel consumption. Likewise, the centre console, with its gearshift gate and Infotainment system, is well designed and user-friendly, every control and every switch located where you would intuitively expect it to be, enabling you to assimilate information with minimal effort.
Of course, this well ordered, logical approach not only
makes sense from a functional and ergonomic perspective. It also facilitates aesthetic appeal and an unparalleled level of elegance, the spacious design allowing plenty of space for an abundance of highly polished wood, gleaming chrome and fine leather upholstery. It is these interior luxuries that really provide the feel-good factor, although it may still surprise you to learn that the most admired detail of the Phaeton’s interior is the unostentatious, timelessly beautiful, analogue clock. Technology may be essential, but there is always a place for classic design.
Perfectly crafted,
harmoniously arranged and fundamentally well designed, each piece of equipment displays a wealth of attributes, all helping to ensure the well-being of passengers and driver alike. Standard features include 4Zone electronic climate control, allowing four separate climate zones; front seats with 12-way electric adjustment; luxurious ‘Vienna’ leather upholstery; and exclusive ‘Eucalyptus’ wood inlays in the doors, centre console and dashboard.

C H A S S I S .
Only a perfectly tuned transmission can transform
the virtues of a first-class engine into driving comfort and pleasure. Which is why the Phaeton is equipped with not one but several sophisticated drive systems, ensuring that optimum engine performance is delivered consistently on the road. For example, Continuous Damping Control (CDC ), an electronically regulated air suspension is fitted as standard, adapting to road conditions automatically and delivering the ultimate in smoothness of ride. At higher speeds the chassis is lowered, and raised when bumpy surfaces are encountered. In Comfort mode, soft damping ensures a more comfortable ride, while the suspension is automatically stiffened to improve stability during high speed cornering. The chassis is also equipped with automatic ride-height control, which recognises and levels out differences in weight distribution, resulting in a more even ride.
As important as these independent assistance
systems are, however, a car will only provide you with driving pleasure if it can take your individual driving style into account. This is where the Dynamic Shift Programme comes in, recognising your preferred driving behaviour and synchronising the gear changes accordingly. For this, a five-speed (6.0 W12) or a six- speed tiptronic automatic gearbox (4.2 V8/3.0 V6 TDI DPF) is deployed.
Smooth: Continuous Damping Control (CDC ) electronically regulated air suspension, fitted as standard, automatically raises the chassis by up to 25 mm over bumpy surfaces, ensuring the highest levels of driving comfort.
Aerodynamic: at higher speeds, the Continuous Damping Control (CDC), automatically lowers the chassis by up to 15 mm, reducing drag. Perfectly matched: the six-speed tiptronic automatic gearbox (4.2 V8/3.0 V6 TDI DPF) adapts to your individual driving style and automatically selects the relevant gear changes.
A further technical highlight is the intelligent 4MOTION all-wheel drive system, also
part of the Phaeton’s standard specification. It redistributes drive power to the individual wheel/wheels that needs it most, reacting within fractions of a second, depending on the road conditions, giving greater traction especially in bad weather. For the driver this ensures improved safety, greater drive and better road holding on all surfaces – not to mention the pleasure of driving rather than simply travelling to your destination.
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S E A T I N G .
The innovative 18-way electrically adjusted front
seats provide an even greater opportunity for maximising comfort and are fitted as standard in the Phaeton 6.0 W12. Offering the perfect opportunit y to totally relax, features include an electronic massage function with active lumbar support, which can be set to gently massage your back muscles as you drive, and an electronic climate function that gently controls the temperature of the seat, using a separate fan mechanism to circulate warm or cool air as appropriate. Additional settings enabling you to adjust the upper part of the backrest, seat depth and head restraints, providing you with the finest degree of control you could ask for. Never has seating comfort been so perfectly attuned to your individual requirements.
Front seats in the Phaeton V6 TDI DPF and V8 models
feature 12-way electric adjustment, enabling you to alter the seat height, seat and backrest angle, and distance to the dashboard. This allows you to find the ideal seating position for your body measurements and spine, ensuring you have optimum side and lumbar support. Carefully designed to provide ease of use, the operating mechanism is located on the outer edge of the seat.
Seats in the Phaeton are more than just places to sit in
the front or rear cabin. Take the optional Memory pack (standard on 6.0 W12), for example, designed to make getting into the Phaeton as easy and pleasant an experience as possible. It not only stores individual seat settings and the desired positions of the seat belt, interior rear-view mirror and door mirrors, but also automatically moves the steering column forward to create more space.

4 Z O N E E L E C T R O N I C C L I M A T E C O N T R O L .
Finding the right temperature is a very subjective matter.
What is good for one person isn’t necessarily suitable for another. As everyone reacts differently, so it makes sense that each passenger in the Phaeton is able to choose the conditions best suited to their individual requirements. With 4Zone electronic climate control, this is entirely possible, enabling each passenger to control the climate and temperature of their immediate surroundings, totally independently from one another.
Beyond compare in terms of comfort and functionality,
the system uses advanced electronics to measure all relevant factors that can influence climate, such as the position, angle and strength of the sun’s rays and the ambient temperature, making an allowance for temperature variations on each side of the car. It then diffuses more or less cool air, depending on individual need, ensuring that the controlled environment is completely draught free. A sensor also measures humidity continuously and will, if required, make the necessary adjustments. Operated via the Infotainment system, 4Zone electronic climate control is extremely easy to use, enabling you to create four different climate zones within your Phaeton literally at the touch of a few buttons.
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When parking, it’s good to know you do not have to
rely purely on your own instincts. As a standard feature on all models, the door mirror on the passenger side tilts downwards automatically when reversing, enabling you to see the distance to the kerb. Ultrasonic front and rear parking sensors provide additional information on the distance between your own vehicle and other parked cars or obstacles using visual and audible warning signals. And if you need to open the boot, the optional power- assisted boot opening and closing (standard on 6.0 W12) means it can be done from the comfort of the interior. Finally, a single press of the button is all that is needed to unlock and start your Phaeton, with the optional ‘Keyless entry and keyless start’ system. No wonder the Phaeton has been described as a technological icon – it offers a solution for everything.
A multitude of clearly thought out, intelligent solutions
ensures your Phaeton is more than a vehicle that simply drives. This is a car that can think, help and support you, using advanced computer controlled electronics to ensure every aspect of your journey, down to the very smallest detail, runs as smoothly as possible. Nowhere is this more immediately apparent than the Coming/leaving home lighting function, which activates as soon as you open or lock your car using the remote control. At night time, the surrounding area is illuminated, making it easy and safe to get in and out. No need to worry about leaving your Phaeton in the sun, either – solar cells located in the optional tilt and slide sunroof will automatically activate the ventilation fans and regulate the interior temperature to a comfortable level.
While driving, you are supported by a whole range of
advanced features such as dynamic headlight range control for greater visibility; speed-sensitive power steering for ease of use; and cruise control for more relaxed motorway driving. 4Zone electronic climate control takes care of the interior climate, enabling the driver and three passengers to each select their preferred temperature, using air vents that open and close independently of one another. T E C H N I C A L E Q U I P M E N T.
At the touch of a button: a fully integrated system, located within the door panel, controls many functions, from the electric windows to the opening of the fuel flap.
Coming/leaving home lighting function: headlights, rear light clusters and LED lights in the door mirrors illuminate the area around your Phaeton for up to four minutes, making it safer and more comfortable to get in and out of your car at night. This is a car that not only helps you home, it also shows you to your doorstep. 4Zone electronic climate control: in automatic mode, air vents will open and close independently, if required. Cruise control: automatically maintains a pre-set speed of 19 mph and above, enabling you to sit back and relax on longer journeys, without having to worry about watching your speed.
Keyless entry and keyless start: no key required in the ignition using this optional function. Simply start your Phaeton by pressing a button.
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Fresh air: the tilt and slide glass sunroof opens to the selected position at the touch of a button. Sun protection: integral sun blinds in the rear cabin area protect passengers from direct sunlight.
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Interior space is not
always a luxury. Sometimes it is a necessity. And in this respect, the long wheelbase Phaeton exceeds all your expectations. With an extra 120 mm of rear cabin space and legroom, the needs of those who travel primarily in the rear will be more than fulfiled, while a wealth of exceptional standard features ensure the long wheelbase Phaeton meets all the requirements of a chauffeur driven limousine. Specially equipped to ensure the comfort of rear passengers, features include electrically operated sunblind for the rear window and manual rear side window sunblinds, an electrically controlled tilt and slide sunroof, and a display panel, located in the rear cabin area, to operate the climate control system – all designed to protect against glare and heat. T H E L O N G W H E E L B A S E P H A E T O N .
In fact, you can quite easily create your own private space in the rear, forgetting everyday life amidst its ambience and comfort. As difficult as it may be to leave the driving of a car such as this to someone else, you’ll find it surprisingly easy to sit back, relax and enjoy every step of your journey in the luxurious Phaeton.
Spacious: the interior of the long wheelbase Phaeton has an extra 120 mm
of space, providing considerably more legroom for passengers in the rear cabin.
Optional on all Phaeton models, the Premium rear seat system includes
electrically adjustable head restraints, lumbar support and massage functions for both the outer rear seats, which are designed to the same high specification as the front seats and feature both heating and ventilation. All of which makes one thing quite clear – when comfort is the issue, compromise is the only thing you should forego.

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S A F E T Y.
Driver and passengers alike can only be completely
at ease when feeling totally safe. Thankfully, the Phaeton is equipped with the most efficient, perfectly harmonised safety technologies available today. For starters, all occupants are protected by no less than eight airbags: two front, four side impact and two curtain airbags, all controlled by innovative ‘early crash sensors’. In the event of an accident, these sensors, which are located in various parts of the bodyshell, deliver exact information regarding severit y, angle and object of impact. This enables each individual airbag to react appropriately, independently of one another, within a thousandth of a second. In addition, active head restraints also interact, moving forward swiftly to minimise the distance between head and restraint, to help reduce the risk of whiplash injury.
Many other features also contribute to make the
Phaeton particularly safe. Such as the optional Bi-Xenon headlights with dynamic curve lighting technology, LED daytime running lights and headlight washers (standard on 6.0 W12), helping you identify other road users and obstacles in good time, even in poor weather conditions. Or the chassis fitted with Continuous Damping Control (CDC) electronically controlled air suspension and 4MOTION four wheel drive, helping to optimise traction and roadholding. Designed to provide optimum safet y at all times, Volkswagen’s safety systems have one important aim in common – to ensure that you not only drive but also arrive feeling more relaxed. And that can only be achieved when you feel totally safe.

Safety for pedestrians: in the event of an accident, windscreen wipers retract automatically beneath the bonnet, further reducing the risk of injury.
Safety when raining: the rain sensor adjusts the frequency of the windscreen wipers automatically to the intensity of rainfall. Safety for your head: ‘early crash sensors’ activate the airbags rapidly and precisely. Safety for the spine: active head restraints help to reduce the risk of whiplash injury.
Equally as important is an elaborate ‘pre-crash concept’, designed to support the driver in critical situations. This involves
a whole range of electronic aids, bringing to realit y the concept of a car able to anticipate and think for itself. Along with an
optimised Tyre pressure monitoring system, available as an optional extra, this includes a number of proven technologies all fitted as standard, including ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stabilisation Programme), ASR (Traction Control)
and a dusk sensor that automatically engages the dipped beam headlight when it detects diminishing light or when travelling at higher speeds. The latest hazard warning light technology is also fitted as standard, engaging automatically under full braking, thereby warning following vehicles and enabling other traffic users to benefit from the Phaeton’s comprehensive safety package.
When viewed overall, you can see why so many simple yet logical safety systems are specified in the Phaeton – in dangerous situations each could prove decisive.
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P A I N T, D E C O R A T I V E T R I M S A N D U P H O L S T E R Y.
Each Phaeton comprises approximately 8,100 individual parts, each and every one
precision manufactured to meet your expectations of comfort. It is the complex paint finishes which provide these component parts with their unmistakable final appearance. For those requiring an even greater intensity of colour and durability, metallic and pearl effect paint finishes are available as standard. This involves the application of paint in two coats, which radiates a remarkably deep shine and is especially scratch-resistant, making your Phaeton a joy to behold for a long time to come.

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Wood trim* 01 Chestnut (5TN) 02 Burr Walnut (5MG) 03 Myrtle (5MW)
Wood inlays** 04 Maiano 05 Lendinara
Please note: Screen technology does not allow for exact reproduction of the decorative inserts and upholstery. * Optional at extra cost. ** Optional at extra cost; only in conjunction with the Extended wood pack. † Leather upholstery consists of upper surface of seat base and backrest, door pull and door armrest.
‘Vienna’ leather† 01 Anthracite (LA) 02 Crystal Grey (LB) 03 Sunny Beige (LC) 04 Navy Blue (LD) 05 Petrol (LE) ‘Sensitive’ leather*, † 06 Anthracite (TC) 07 Crystal Grey (TD) 08 Sunny Beige (TE) 09 Navy Blue (TF) 10 Petrol (TJ)

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Non-Metallic 01 Black (A1) 02 Moonlight Blue (S3)
Please note: Screen technology does not allow for exact reproduction of the paint colours. For further details, please contact your authorised Volkswagen luxury car specialist retailer.
Pearl Effect 07 Tarantella Black (B2) 08 Nocturne Aubergine (L6) 09 Luna Blue (S5)
Metallic 03 Mignon Green (A3) 04 Coucou Grey (A4) 05 Mazeppa Grey (N8) 06 Reflex Silver (8E)

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C O M B I N AT I O N S . ‘VIENNA’ LEATHER* UPHOLSTERY Standard on 3.0 V6 TDI DPF 4MOTION, 3.0 V6 TDI DPF 4MOTION LWB, 4.2 V8 4MOTION LWB ‘SENSITIVE’ LEATHER* UPHOLSTERY Standard on 6.0 W12 4MOTION LWB Optional on 3.0 V6 TDI DPF 4MOTION, 3.0 V6 TDI DPF 4MOTION LWB, 4.2 V8 4MOTION LWB
Anthracite (TC) Anthracite Anthracite Crystal Grey (TD) Anthracite Crystal Grey Sunny Beige ( TE) Brown Sunny Beige Navy Blue (TF) Navy Blue Navy Blue Petrol (TJ) Petrol Petrol SEAT UPHOLSTERY DASHBOARD CARPETS Anthracite (LA) Anthracite Anthracite Crystal Grey (LB) Anthracite Crystal Grey Sunny Beige (LC) Brown Sunny Beige Navy Blue (LD) Navy Blue Navy Blue Petrol (LE ) Petrol Petrol
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Control your tyre pressure: the optional electronic t yre pressure monitoring system monitors the pressure of each individual tyre and alerts you to any potential changes.
Using the DVD navigation/radio system: with dynamic route guidance and traffic information storage, you are able to reach your destination easily and quickly, avoiding unnecessary delays. Route guidance can be shown on either a two- or three-dimensional map, which also provides navigation status, including the direction of travel, compass orientation and predicted travel time remaining.
A U D I O S Y S T E M .
Whether you are sitting in the front or rear, the
remarkable balance of the Phaeton’s audio technology ensures you enjoy the same sound quality and experience from every seat. Both audio systems offered have been tailored specifically to the interior geometry of the Phaeton. The standard 8/10 audio system features an 8-channel amplifier, delivering 190 watts through ten loudspeakers, with a standard 6 CD autochanger located in the glovebox.
The optional 12/12 audio system is well worth the
investment if you are a true music lover, providing a 12-channel amplifier delivering 270 watts through 12 high performance speakers, and offering a Digital Sound Processor (DSP) with variable room simulations. I N F OTA I N M E N T S Y S T E M .
The Phaeton’s infotainment system is as easy to
operate as it is to describe. The single, intelligent turn/press control button has been improved to provide direct access to a whole range of functions and information. By amalgamating multiple features into just one control panel, complex technologies are easily operated as part of an intuitive process.
Brilliant sounds: the audio system’s display illustrates the position of the loudspeakers and their performance in relation to each of the five seats.
Brilliant colours: when stationary, with the optional TV reception with teletext, you can adjust the brightness, contrast and colour of the high definition TV display screen.
I N F O TA I N M E N T A N D A U D I O S Y S T E M S .
Clearly illuminated: the duration of the Coming/ leaving home lighting function can be easily adjusted to illuminate the surrounding area as you enter or exit your Phaeton.
Dialling the right number: with optional telephone preparation the Infotainment system display can also serve as a telephone book, showing, among other things, the name of the caller and up to 1,000 saved telephone contacts.