Volkswagen Tiguan 2015 User manual

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Composition Media, Discover Media (Generation 2 GP)
Edition: 05.2017
PartNr.: 5NA012720AD
Edition 05.2017
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• This owner's manual is valid for all models and versions of the Tiguan.
• An alphabetical index is included at the end of this manual.
• A list of abbreviations at the end of the manual explains the abbreviations used.
•Directions and positions such as left, right, front and rear are normally relative to the vehicle's
direction of travel, unless otherwise indicated.
•Illustrations help with orientation and should be regarded as a general guide.
• This owner's manual was written for left-hand drive vehicles. In right-hand drive vehicles the
controls may sometimes be different to those displayed in illustrations or described in the text
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instrument clusters or Infotainment systems.
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a summary of the function and use of a system or feature. More detailed information about the
features, conditions and limitations of systems and equipment can be found in the relevant
sections.
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described, or it may only be available in certain markets. The scope of equipment fitted in your
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Vehicle overviews
Front view
Fig. 2 Front view of the vehicle.
Key to ⇒ Fig.2 :
Windscreen:
- Vehicle identification number ⇒ Technicaldata
- Windscreen heating ⇒ Windscreenheating
- Windscreen wipers ⇒ Wipers ⇒ Wiperblades
- Camera window for assist systems ⇒ Caringforandcleaningthevehicleexterior
- Rain/light sensor in the area of the interior mirror ⇒ Rain/lightsensor ⇒ Caringforand
cleaningthevehicleexterior
- Sensor for light functions ⇒ Rain/lightsensor ⇒ Caringforandcleaningthevehicle
exterior
Bonnet opening lever ⇒ Intheenginecompartment
Behind the Volkswagen badge: radar sensor for assist systems ⇒ Caringforandcleaning
thevehicleexterior
Headlights ⇒ Lights ⇒ Changingbulbs
Texts with this symbol indicate dangerous situations which will lead to fatal or severe
injuries if you do not observe the warning.
DANGER
Texts with this symbol indicate dangerous situations which could lead to fatal or severe
injuries if you do not observe the warning.
WARNING
Texts with this symbol indicate dangerous situations which could lead to slight or medium
injuries if you do not observe the warning.
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Texts with this symbol indicate situations which could cause vehicle damage if you do not
observe the warning.
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Headlight washer system ⇒ Wiperfunctions
Behind a cover: mounting for towing eye ⇒ Tow-startingortowing
Sensors for assist systems ⇒ Caringforandcleaningthevehicleexterior
Lights in the bumper ⇒ Lights ⇒ Changingbulbs
Side view
Fig. 3 Side view of the vehicle.
Key to ⇒ Fig.3 :
Roof aerial ⇒ Radioreceptionandaerials
Tank flap ⇒ Fuelandemissioncontrol
Roof railing ⇒ Roofcarrier
Door release lever ⇒ Doors
Exterior mirrors ⇒ Exteriormirrors
- With display of lane change system (Side Assist) ⇒ Lanechangesystem(SideAssist)
incl.RearTrafficAlert
- With camera for Area View ⇒ AreaView
Lifting points ⇒ Changingawheel
Rear view
Fig. 4 Rear view of the vehicle.
Key to ⇒ Fig.4 :
High-mounted brake light

Rear window:
- Rear window heating ⇒ Heatingandairconditioningsystem
- Rear wiper ⇒ Wipers ⇒ Wiperblades
- Window aerial ⇒ Radioreceptionandaerials
Tail light clusters ⇒ Lights ⇒ Changingbulbs
Area for:
- Number plate lights ⇒ Changingbulbs
- Rear view camera system ⇒ Rearviewcamerasystem(RearView)
- Boot lid release button ⇒ Openingandclosingthebootlid
Tail light clusters ⇒ Lights ⇒ Changingbulbs
Behind the bumper: radar sensor for assist systems ⇒ Caringforandcleaningthevehicle
exterior
Sensors for assist systems ⇒ Caringforandcleaningthevehicleexterior
Towing bracket ⇒ Trailertowing
Behind a cover: mounting for towing eye ⇒ Tow-startingortowing
Luggage compartment
Fig. 5 Overview of the luggage compartment.
Fig. 6 Side areas of the luggage compartment.
Key for ⇒ Fig.5 and ⇒ Fig.6 :
Luggage compartment cover ⇒ Luggagecompartmentcover
Release lever for the load-through hatch ⇒ Load-throughhatch
Retaining rings for top tether (child seat) ⇒ Securingchildseatswithtoptetherupper
strap
Spare wheel or fully-functional spare wheel (depends on equipment) ⇒ Wheelsandtyres
Handle recess for luggage compartment floor ⇒ Luggagecompartmentfloor
Vehicle tool kit ⇒ Vehicletoolkit
Lower holder for the net partition ⇒ Netpartition

Upper holder for the net partition ⇒ Netpartition
Rigid fastening rings ⇒ Fasteningrings
Removable light ⇒ Removeablelights
Button for unlocking the ball head ⇒ Trailertowing
Bracket for the luggage compartment floor ⇒ Luggagecompartmentfloor
Backrest remote release mechanism ⇒ Foldingthebackrestsontherearbenchseat
forwardsandbackwards
230-volt socket ⇒ Electricalsockets
Foldable fastening rings ⇒ Fasteningrings
Stowage area behind trim
12-volt socket ⇒ Electricalsockets
Bag hook ⇒ Baghook
Luggage compartment light
Driver door
Fig. 7 Overview of the controls in the driver door (left-hand drive vehicles). The controls are
mirrored for right-hand drive vehicles.
Key to ⇒ Fig.7 :
Central locking indicator lamp ⇒ Centrallockingsystem
Door release lever ⇒ Doors
Central locking buttons for locking and unlocking the vehicle ⇒ Centrallockingsystem
Switch for adjusting the exterior mirrors ⇒ Exteriormirrors
Boot lid release button ⇒ Openingandclosingthebootlid
Bottle holder ⇒ Drinkholder
Stowage compartment for high-visibility waistcoat ⇒ Inanemergency
Reflector
Buttons for operating the electric windows ⇒ Windows
Overview of driver side

Fig. 8 Overview of the driver side (left-hand drive vehicles).
Fig. 9 Overview of the driver side (right-hand drive vehicles).
Key for ⇒ Fig.8 and ⇒ Fig.9 :
Light switch ⇒ Vehiclelighting
Headlight range control ⇒ Headlightrangecontrol
Control for the Head-up-Display ⇒ Head-upDisplay
Turn signal and main beam lever ⇒ Lights
- With switches and buttons for the driver assist systems ⇒ Buttonfordriverassist
systems ⇒ Driverassistsystems
Vents ⇒ Heatingandairconditioningsystem
Instrument cluster ⇒ Instrumentcluster
- With warning and indicator lamps ⇒ Warningandindicatorlampoverview
Stowage compartment ⇒ Stowageareas
Lever for wipers and washers ⇒ Wipers
- With buttons for menu operation , ⇒ Instrumentcluster
Controls on the multifunction steering wheel:
- Audio, navigation
- Operating driver assist systems , , , , ⇒ Driver
assistsystems
- Volume adjustment ,
- Menu operation , , ⇒ Operatingusingthemultifunctionsteering
wheel
- Activating voice control
- Opening the telephone menu or accepting telephone calls
Horn (works only when the ignition is switched on)
Ignition lock ⇒ Startingandstoppingtheengine
Pedals ⇒ Pedals
Location of the driver front airbag ⇒ Airbagsystem
Lever for adjusting the steering column ⇒ Correctsittingposition
Location of the knee airbag ⇒ Airbagsystem

Stowage compartment ⇒ Stowageareas
Release lever for the bonnet ⇒ Intheenginecompartment
Centre console
Fig. 10 Overview of the upper section of the centre console.
Fig. 11 Overview of the lower section of the centre console (left-hand drive vehicles).
Key to ⇒ Fig.10 :
Indicator lamp for the front passenger front airbag switch-off function ⇒ Airbag
system
Vents ⇒ Heatingandairconditioningsystem
Hazard warning lights button ⇒ Inanemergency
Infotainment system ⇒BookletInfotainmentsystem, ⇒ Operationanddisplayinthe
Infotainmentsystem
Buttons for seat heating ⇒ Seatheating
Controls for the air conditioning system, heating and fresh air system ⇒ Heating,
ventilationandcooling
- With auxiliary heater ⇒ Auxiliaryheaterandventilation
Key to ⇒ Fig.11 :
Lever for:
- Automatic gearbox ⇒ DSG dualclutchgearbox
- Manual gearbox ⇒ Manualgearbox:selectingagear
Area for:
- MEDIA-IN socket, USB port , AUX IN socket ⇒BookletInfotainment
system,
- Cigarette lighter ⇒ Ashtrayandcigarettelighter
- 12-volt socket ⇒ Electricalsockets
Buttons for:
- Assist systems for parking and manoeuvring ⇒ Parkingandmanoeuvring
- Driving profile selection ⇒ Drivingprofileselectionand4MOTIONActive
Control
Stowage compartment in the centre console ⇒ Stowageareas
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Stowage compartment in the centre armrest ⇒ Stowageareas
Control for 4MOTION Active Control ⇒ Selectingadrivingprofile(4MOTIONAction
Control)
Button for Auto Hold function ⇒ AutoHoldfunction
Electronic parking brake ⇒ Electronicparkingbrake
Starter button (keyless locking and starting system Keyless Access) ⇒ Startingand
stoppingtheengine
Front passenger side
Fig. 12 Overview of the front passenger side (left-hand drive vehicles). The controls are mirrored in
right-hand drive vehicles.
Fig. 13 Dash panel near open front passenger door (left-hand drive vehicles). The controls are
mirrored in right-hand drive vehicles.
Key for ⇒ Fig.12 and ⇒ Fig.13 :
Control lever for the stowage compartment ⇒ Stowageareas
Location of front passenger front airbag in the dash panel ⇒ Airbagsystem
Vents ⇒ Heatingandairconditioningsystem
Key switch for switching off the front passenger front airbag ⇒ Airbagsystem
Controls in the roof
Symbol Meaning
Buttons for interior and reading lights ⇒ Lights .
Button for glass roof ⇒ Glassroof .
Emergency call service, information call and breakdown
call ⇒ Inanemergency .
Buttons for the sun blind ⇒ Protectionfromthesun
Driver information
Warning and indicator lamp overview
The warning and indicator lamps indicate various warnings, faults or certain functions. Some
warning and indicator lamps light up when the ignition is switched on and should go out once the
engine is running or the vehicle is in motion.

Depending on the vehicle equipment level, symbols may be displayed in the instrument cluster
instead of warning lamps.
Some warning and indicator lamps are not available in all markets.
For details on indicator lamps which light up in the light switch, see Chapter Lights ⇒ Lights .
Symbol Meaning
Central warning lamp. Observe the additional information on the
instrument cluster display.
Do not drive on!
The electronic parking brake is switched on ⇒ Electronicparking
brake .
Do not drive on!
Brake fluid level too low or fault in the brake system ⇒ Brakefluid .
Do not drive on!
Coolant level too low ⇒ Enginecoolant , engine coolant temperature
too high or fault in the cooling system ⇒ Coolanttemperaturedisplay .
Do not drive on!
Engine oil pressure too low ⇒ Engineoil .
Flashing: Do not drive on! Fault in the electronic steering column
lock ⇒ Steering .
Lit up: electromechanical steering has failed ⇒ Steering .
Driver or front passenger seat belt not fastened ⇒ Seatbelts .
OR: there are objects on the front passenger seat ⇒ Seatbelts .
Brake or take evasive action.
Collision warning from area monitoring system (Front Assist) ⇒ Area
monitoringsystem(FrontAssist) .
OR: collision warning from Pedestrian Monitoring ⇒ Pedestrian
Monitoring .
Depress the brake pedal. ⇒ DSG dualclutchgearbox , ⇒ Adaptive
CruiseControl(ACC) .
Fault in the alternator ⇒ 12-voltvehiclebattery .
Front brake pads worn. Go to a qualified workshop immediately. All
brake pads should be checked and renewed as necessary
⇒ Informationonthebrakes .
Central warning lamp. Observe the additional information on the
instrument cluster display.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ⇒ Brakesupportsystems .
Traction control system (TCS) ⇒ Brakesupportsystems .
OR: off-road driving profile active ⇒ Drivingprofileselectionand
4MOTIONActiveControl .
Anti-lock brake system faulty or not functioning ⇒ Brakesupport
systems .
Electronic parking brake fault ⇒ Electronicparkingbrake .
Rear fog light switched on ⇒ Lights .
Partial or complete failure of the vehicle lighting, excluding cornering
light ⇒ Changingbulbs .
Lit up: there is a fault that affects the exhaust emissions
⇒ Troubleshooting .
Flashing: misfiring, which damages the catalytic converter
⇒ Troubleshooting .
Engine management system fault (Electronic Power Control)
⇒ Troubleshooting .
Engine speed limited (protection against overheating)
⇒ Troubleshooting .
Lit up: electromechanical steering reduced
OR: the 12-volt battery has been disconnected and reconnected
⇒ Steering .
Flashing: steering column is wound-up or is not unlocked/locked
⇒ Steering .
Lit up: tyre pressure too low ⇒ Tyremonitoringsystems .
Flashing: fault in tyre monitoring system ⇒ Tyremonitoringsystems .
Fault in the rain/light sensor ⇒ Wipers .
Fault in wipers ⇒ Wipers .
Washer fluid level too low ⇒ Wipers .
Fuel tank almost empty ⇒ Fuelgauge .
Lit up: engine oil level too low ⇒ Engineoil .
Flashing: engine oil system fault ⇒ Engineoil .
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Symbol Meaning
Fault in airbag and belt tensioner system ⇒ Airbagsystem .
Front passenger front airbag switched off (PASSENGER AIR BAG
) ⇒ Airbagsystem .
Front passenger front airbag switched on (PASSENGER AIR BAG
) ⇒ Airbagsystem .
The tank cap is not closed properly.
Lane keeping system (Lane Assist) switched on but not active ⇒ Lane
keepingsystem(LaneAssist) .
ACC currently not available ⇒ AdaptiveCruiseControl(ACC) .
Fault in DSG dual clutch gearbox: gearbox fault ⇒ DSG dualclutch
gearbox .
Manual gearbox: high clutch temperature or clutch fault ⇒ Manual
gearbox:selectingagear .
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Area monitoring system (Front Assist) is deactivated ⇒ Area
monitoringsystem(FrontAssist) .
OR: Pedestrian Monitoring deactivated ⇒ PedestrianMonitoring .
Fault in the adaptive chassis control (DCC) ⇒ Drivingprofileselection
and4MOTIONActiveControl .
Turn signal, left or right ⇒ Lights .
Hazard warning lights switched on ⇒ Inanemergency .
Depress the brake pedal. ⇒ Startingandstoppingtheengine ,
⇒ DSG dualclutchgearbox , ⇒ Electronicparkingbrake .
The vehicle is being held by the Auto Hold function ⇒ Electronic
parkingbrake .
Cruise control system (CCS) ⇒ Cruisecontrolsystem(CCS) OR
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ⇒ AdaptiveCruiseControl(ACC) .
Lane keeping system (Lane Assist) is switched on and active ⇒ Lane
keepingsystem(LaneAssist) .
The main beam is switched on or the headlight flasher is being
operated ⇒ Lights .
Manual gearbox: clutch is not transmitting the full engine torque
⇒ Manualgearbox:selectingagear .
ACC is active. No vehicle has been detected ahead ⇒ Adaptive
CruiseControl(ACC) .
Whendisplayedinwhite: ACC is active. Vehicle detected ahead
⇒ AdaptiveCruiseControl(ACC) .
Whendisplayedingrey: ACC not active. System is switched on, but
not regulating ⇒ AdaptiveCruiseControl(ACC) .
Main beam control (Light Assist) or dynamic main beam control
(Dynamic Light Assist) is active ⇒ Lights .
Service alert / service due ⇒ Serviceintervaldisplay .
Mobile telephone battery charge level. Activated only with factory-
fitted mobile phone interface ⇒BookletInfotainmentsystem,.
The outside temperature is below +4°C (+39°F) ⇒ Instrumentcluster .
The start/stop system is available, automatic engine stop is active
⇒ Start/stopsystem .
The start/stop system is not available.
OR: the start/stop system has switched on the engine automatically
⇒ Start/stopsystem .
Economical mode ⇒ Displays .
Note about information in the vehicle wallet.
Additional displays: trailer towing
Symbol Meaning
The ball head on the towing bracket is not locked ⇒ Trailertowing .
Trailer turn signal ⇒ Lights .
Additional displays: off-road mode
Symbol Meaning
Whendisplayedinwhite: Hill Descent Control is active ⇒ HillDescent
Control .
Whendisplayedingrey: Hill Descent Control not active. System
switched on, but not regulating ⇒ HillDescentControl .
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Whendisplayedinwhite: Off-Road driving profile active ⇒ Driving
profileselectionand4MOTIONActiveControl .
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Symbol Meaning
Whendisplayedingrey: Off-road driving profile not active. System
switched on, but not regulating ⇒ Drivingprofileselectionand
4MOTIONActiveControl .
Additional displays: diesel vehicles
Symbol Meaning
The engine cannot be restarted! AdBlue fill level is too low
⇒ EmissioncontrolwithAdBlue .
The engine cannot be restarted! Fault in the selective catalytic
reduction system ⇒ EmissioncontrolwithAdBlue .
Water in fuel in vehicles with a diesel engine ⇒ Fuelgauge .
Lit up: diesel engine is preheating before starting ⇒ Startingand
stoppingtheengine .
Flashing: fault in engine management system (diesel engine)
⇒ Troubleshooting .
Diesel particulate filter has become saturated with soot
⇒ Troubleshooting .
AdBlue level is low ⇒ EmissioncontrolwithAdBlue .
Selective catalytic reduction system faulty or not refilled using norm-
standard AdBlue ⇒ EmissioncontrolwithAdBlue .
Instrument cluster
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Analogueinstrumentcluster
⇒ Digitalinstrumentcluster(ActiveInfoDisplay)
⇒ Head-upDisplay
⇒ Displays
⇒ Instrumentclustermenus
⇒ Drivingdatadisplay(multifunctiondisplay)
⇒ Warningandinformationmessages
⇒ DriverAlertSystem(recommendationforrestbreaks)
⇒ DynamicRoadSignDisplay(SignAssist)
⇒ Time
⇒ Fuelgauge
⇒ Coolanttemperaturedisplay
⇒ Serviceintervaldisplay
The vehicle is equipped either with an analogue or a digital instrument cluster (Active Info Display).
When you start the engine after the 12-volt battery has been totally discharged or changed, you
may find that system settings (time, date, personal convenience settings and programming) have
been changed or deleted. Check and correct the settings as necessary once the 12-volt vehicle
battery has been sufficiently charged.
Analogue instrument cluster
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Failure to observe illuminated warning lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle
breaking down in traffic, and can cause accidents and serious injury.
• Never ignore any illuminated warning lamps or text messages.
• Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.
WARNING
Accidents and injuries can occur if the driver is distracted.
• Never press the buttons on the instrument cluster while the vehicle is in motion.
• Any settings for the instrument cluster display and displays in the Infotainment system
should be made only when the vehicle is stationary in order to reduce the risk of
accidents and serious injuries.
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Fig. 14 Dash panel: analogue instrument cluster.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings ⇒
Introduction
Descriptions of the instruments ⇒ Fig.14 :
Rev counter (running engine speed in revolutions x 1,000 per minute).The start of the red
zone on the dial indicates the maximum engine speed that may be used in each gear when the
engine is warm and after it has been run in properly. You should change up a gear or move the
selector lever to D/S (or lift your foot off the accelerator) before the needle reaches the red zone
⇒ .
Coolant temperature display ⇒ Coolanttemperaturedisplay .
Displays ⇒ Displays .
Reset, set and display button ⇒ Displays .
Speedometer
Fuel gauge ⇒ Fuelgauge .
Changing up a gear early will help to save fuel and reduce engine noise.
Digital instrument cluster (Active Info Display)
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings ⇒
Introduction
The "Active Info Display" is a digital
instrument cluster with high-resolution
TFT colour display. To complement the
standard dials such as the rev counter
and speedometer, users can choose
from various "information profiles" to
view additional data.
Fig. 15 Dash panel: Active Info Display.
Descriptions of the instruments ⇒ Fig.15 :
Rev counter (running engine speed in revolutions x 1,000 per minute).The start of the red
zone on the dial indicates the maximum engine speed that may be used in each gear when the
engine is warm and after it has been run in properly. You should change up a gear or move the
selector lever to D/S (or lift your foot off the accelerator) before the needle reaches the red zone
⇒ .
Data as selected via an information profile. Precisely what data is shown depends on
which information profile has been selected. The example above shows the Classic profile with
no additional information shown.
Displays ⇒ Displays .
Reset, set and display button ⇒ Displays .
Speedometer
Digital speed display.
• When the engine is cold, avoid high engine speeds, driving at full throttle and
overloading the engine.
• The needle on the rev counter should only briefly point into the red area, as engine
damage may otherwise be incurred.
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Fuel gauge ⇒ Fuelgauge .
Coolant temperature display ⇒ Coolanttemperaturedisplay .
Current gear / selector lever position ⇒ Manualgearbox:selectingagear or ⇒ DSG
dualclutchgearbox .
Information profiles
To select a specific information profile, go to the Views menu option in the display of the instrument
cluster ⇒ Instrumentclustermenus . The Active Info Display shows additional information in the
centre of the dials ⇒ Fig.15 ② depending on the information profile you have selected. The
following information profiles are available:
•Classic. No additional information shown.
•Consumption and range. Current consumption is shown graphically and average consumption
is shown digitally in the rev counter. The remaining range is shown digitally in the speedometer.
•Efficiency. Average consumption is shown digitally and current consumption is shown
graphically in the rev counter. In the speedometer, the symbol is shown if the current
driving style is fuel-efficient, and a graphic display helps the driver save fuel.
•Navigation. If route guidance is active: the remaining distance to the set destination and an
estimated time of arrival are shown in the rev counter, and arrows to aid navigation are shown
in the speedometer. If route guidance is inactive: the current altitude is shown in the rev
counter, and a compass is shown in the speedometer.
•Driver assistance. Graphic representation of various driver assist systems, or digital display of
the driving time in the rev counter. The speedometer meanwhile shows arrow navigation or a
compass.
•Off-road. Digital display of the steering angle and compass display in the speedometer. With
active Hill Descent Control: graphic display of the Hill Descent Control with speed display in the
speedometer.
Navigation map in the Active Info Display
With some vehicle equipment levels, the Active Info Display is able to display a detailed map. To
display this map, select the Navigation menu item in the instrument cluster ⇒ Instrumentcluster
menus .
The map can be shown in either of two sizes. If the larger version is selected, the Active Info
Display dials will be smaller. To select the preferred map size:
• Press the button on the multifunction steering wheel ⇒ Instrumentclustermenus to
switch between map sizes as required.
•OR: press the or arrow button on the multifunction steering wheel to select the
required map size. A frame appears around the selected option.
• Confirm the selection by pressing the button on the multifunction steering wheel.
Depending on the equipment level, navigation is shown on two displays or only one. The navigation
map be displayed on the Active Info Display and Infotainment system or only on the Infotainment
system display. In the latter case, only navigation arrows are shown on the Active Info Display.
Changing up a gear early will help to save fuel and reduce engine noise.
Head-up Display
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings ⇒
Introduction
The Head-up Display projects selected
information or warning messages from
the assistance systems or the
Infotainment system into the driver's
field of vision.
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• When the engine is cold, avoid high engine speeds, driving at full throttle and
overloading the engine.
• The needle on the rev counter should only briefly point into the red area, as engine
damage may otherwise be incurred.
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Fig. 16 Next to the steering wheel: Head-up Display control (arrow).
Fig. 17 On the dash panel above the steering wheel: examples of information shown in the Head-
up Display.
Switching the Head-up Display on or off
Press the control ⇒ Fig.16 to switch the Head-up Display on or off.
Adjusting the height
Proceed as follows to adjust the height of the Head-up Display and individually adapt the angle:
• Assume an optimum sitting position ⇒ Sittingposition .
• Use the control ⇒ Fig.16 to adjust the height of the Head-up Display as required.
Setup in the Infotainment system
You can configure additional setup parameters for the Head-up Display in the Infotainment system.
To open the Head-up Display settings menu, press the button or function button and
touch the Vehicle , and Head-up Display function buttons.
The following settings are available:
• Adjust the Head-up Display brightness. If the surroundings become darker, the display
brightness is automatically dimmed. The basic brightness is adjusted together with the
instrument and switch lighting ⇒ OperationanddisplayintheInfotainmentsystem .
• Select the desired colour scheme. You can choose between a standard colour scheme and an
alternative colour scheme.
• Select the content of the Head-up Display, e.g. Adaptive Cruise Control or Infotainment system.
Some content cannot be deactivated, e.g. warning messages.
Sun glasses with polarisation filters and unfavourable lighting conditions may impair the
effectiveness of the display.
The ideal position to read the Head-up Display depends on your seat position and the height
setting of the Head-up Display.
Some settings can be saved in the user accounts of the personalisation function and
therefore change automatically when the user account is changed ⇒ Personalisation .
Displays
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings ⇒
Introduction
Possible instrument cluster displays
• Open doors, bonnet and boot lid.
• Warning and information messages
• Mileage displays
The Head-up Display may detach from the guide rail as a result of applying excessive
pressure, e.g. during cleaning.
• Do not apply excessive pressure when cleaning the Head-up Display.
NOTICE
To avoid scratching the cover panel, do not place objects in the slot of the Head-
up Display.
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• Time ⇒ Time .
• Radio and navigation information ⇒BookletInfotainmentsystem,.
• Telephone information ⇒BookletInfotainmentsystem,.
• Outside temperature
• Compass display
• Selector lever positions
• Gear-change indicator ⇒ Gear-changeindicator .
• Driving data display (multifunction display) and menus for various settings ⇒ Instrumentcluster
menus .
• Service interval display ⇒ Serviceintervaldisplay .
• Speed warning function ⇒ Instrumentclustermenus .
• Speed warning for winter tyres.
• Start/stop system status display ⇒ Start/stopsystem .
• Status display for Active Cylinder Management (ACT ) ⇒ Drivingeconomically .
• Economical mode .
• Engine code (EC)
• Personalisation: welcome and user selection.
• Road signs detected by the Dynamic Road Sign Display system ⇒ DynamicRoadSignDisplay
(SignAssist) .
Open doors, bonnet and boot lid
The instrument cluster display indicates if any doors, the bonnet or boot lid are open once the
vehicle has been unlocked, and while the vehicle is in motion. In some cases, a signal tone is also
given. Different instrument cluster designs will have different displays.
Selector lever positions (DSG dual clutch gearbox)
The gear selected is displayed on the side of the selector lever and on the display in the instrument
cluster. The instrument cluster display may show which gear has been selected if the selector lever
is in D/S position or in Tiptronic mode ⇒ DSG dualclutchgearbox .
Outside temperature display
If the outside temperature falls below approximately +4°C (+39°F), the temperature display also
shows a snowflake symbol . This symbol remains lit up until the outside temperature rises
above +6°C (+43°F) ⇒ .
Heat radiated from the engine may cause the temperature display to show a slightly higher value
than the actual outside temperature if the vehicle is stationary, the auxiliary heater ⇒ Auxiliary
heaterandventilation is switched on or the vehicle is travelling at a very low vehicle speed.
The measuring range lies between -45°C (-49°F) and +76°C (+169°F).
Gear-change indicator
When driving in Tiptronic mode, the instrument cluster display may recommend a gear to save fuel
⇒ Gear-changeindicator .
Mileage displays
The odometer registers the total distance travelled by the car.
The triprecorder (trip) shows the distance travelled since the trip recorder was last reset.
• To reset the trip recorder to 0, briefly press the button in the instrument cluster
⇒ Analogueinstrumentcluster or ⇒ Digitalinstrumentcluster(ActiveInfoDisplay) .
Speed warning for winter tyres
A display in the instrument cluster indicates when the set maximum speed has been exceeded
⇒ Instrumentclustermenus .
You can adjust the settings for the speed warning in the Infotainment system ⇒ Vehiclesettings
menu .
Compass display
If the ignition is switched on, depending on the equipment level, the instrument cluster display
shows the current direction of travel in the form of an abbreviation, e.g. NW for north west.
The graphic compass display is also shown when the Infotainment system is switched on and route
guidance is not active.
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Economical mode
While driving, the instrument cluster will show whether the vehicle is in a fuel-efficient mode ,
e.g. due to active cylinder management (ACT ) ⇒ Drivingeconomically or coasting of the
automatic gearbox ⇒ DSG dualclutchgearbox .
Engine code
Press and hold the button in the instrument cluster (for approximately 15 seconds) to show
the vehicle's engine code (EC) in the display. The ignition must be switched on but the engine must
not be running ⇒ Analogueinstrumentcluster or ⇒ Digitalinstrumentcluster(ActiveInfoDisplay) .
Trailer drawbar load display
If the vehicle drives with a trailer attached (depends on equipment and not available in all markets),
the drawbar load and the trailer weight can be shown in the instrument cluster display.
Different instrument clusters are available, which means that the versions and displays may
vary. In displays without warning or information texts, faults are indicated exclusively by indicator
lamps.
Some displays in the instrument cluster may be overridden by sudden alerts, e.g. incoming
telephone calls.
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, some settings and displays may also appear in
the Infotainment system.
If several warning reports are detected, the symbols will appear for several seconds, one
after another. The symbols will continue to appear until the faults are rectified.
If warning messages about malfunctions are displayed when the ignition is switched on, it
may not be possible to adjust some settings as described, or the information display may appear
differently. If this is the case, take the vehicle to a qualified workshop to have the malfunction
rectified.
Instrument cluster menus
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings ⇒
Introduction
The range of content and layout of the menus and displays depend on the vehicle electronics and
the level of vehicle equipment.
Qualified workshops can programme and modify other functions depending on the vehicle
equipment level. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Some menu options can only be opened when the vehicle is stationary.
◾Driving data ⇒ Drivingdatadisplay(multifunctiondisplay)
◾Assist systems
◾Lane Assist on/off ⇒ Lanekeepingsystem(LaneAssist)
◾Front Assist on/off ⇒ Areamonitoringsystem(FrontAssist)
◾Pedestrian Monitoring on/off ⇒ PedestrianMonitoring
◾Lane change system on/off ⇒ Lanechangesystem(SideAssist)incl.RearTrafficAlert
◾Rear Traffic Alert on/off ⇒ Lanechangesystem(SideAssist)incl.RearTrafficAlert
◾ACC (display only) ⇒ AdaptiveCruiseControl(ACC)
◾Views ⇒ Instrumentcluster
◾Navigation ⇒BookletInfotainmentsystem,
◾Audio ⇒BookletInfotainmentsystem,
◾Telephone ⇒BookletInfotainmentsystem,
◾Vehicle status ⇒ Warningandinformationmessages
◾Lap timer ⇒ Laptimer
◾Personalisation (user selection) ⇒ Personalisation
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Streets and bridges can be iced over at outside temperatures above freezing point.
• The snowflake symbol indicates that there is a risk of black ice.
• There may be black ice on the roads even when outside temperatures are above +4 °C
(+39 °F), even when no snowflake symbol is displayed.
• You should never rely solely on the outside temperature display!
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Driving data display (multifunction display)
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings ⇒
Introduction
The driving data display (multifunction display) shows different driving and consumption values and
has three memories.
Switching between displays
•Vehicleswithoutamultifunctionsteeringwheel: press the rocker switch on the wiper
lever ⇒ Operatingusingthewiperlever .
•Vehicleswithamultifunctionsteeringwheel: press the or button ⇒ Operating
usingthemultifunctionsteeringwheel .
Switching between recorders
Press the button on the wiper lever, or press the button on the
multifunction steering wheel.
Since start recorder
The memory will be deleted if the journey is interrupted for more than two hours.
Since refuelling recorder
Display and storage of the collected driving and consumption values. The memory is deleted when
the vehicle is refuelled.
Long-term recorder
The recorder collects the driving data for up to 19 hours and 59 minutes or 99 hours and 59
minutes driving time or 1,999.9 km or 9,999.9 km distance covered. The memory is deleted if one of
these maximum values is exceeded.
Clearing a driving data recorder
• Select the memory that you wish to delete.
• Press and hold the button on the wiper lever or the button on the
multifunction steering wheel for approximately two seconds.
Selecting displays
You can select which driving data you want to display in the Infotainment system ⇒ Vehiclesettings
menu .
Average consumption display
The average fuel consumption is displayed after around 300 metres.
Range display
Approximate distance in km that can still be covered with the same driving style.
SCR range or Range display
Approximate distance (in km) that can be travelled with the remaining quantity of AdBlue under
current driving conditions. This display appears only as from a remaining range of 2,400 km and
cannot be cancelled.
Average speed display
The average speed is displayed after around 100 metres.
Setting the speed warning
• Select the display Warning at --- km/h or Warning at --- mph.
• Press the button on the wiper lever or the button on the multifunction
steering wheel to save the current speed and activate the warning system.
• Within around five seconds, set the speed with the rocker switch on the wiper lever or
the or buttons on the multifunction steering wheel. Then press the button
or or wait a few seconds. The speed is now saved and the warning
is activated.
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•Todeactivate, press the or button again. The stored speed will be
deleted.
The warning can be set for speeds from 30 km/h (18 mph) to 250 km/h (155 mph).
Some settings can be saved in the user accounts of the personalisation function and can
therefore change automatically when the user account is changed ⇒ Personalisation .
Changes depending on the instrument cluster version.
Not available in all countries.
Warning and information messages
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings ⇒
Introduction
The system runs a check on certain components and functions in the vehicle when the ignition is
switched on or while the vehicle is in motion. Malfunctions are indicated by red and yellow warning
symbols with information messages on the instrument cluster display ⇒ Warningandindicatorlamp
overview . An acoustic warning is also given in certain cases. The appearance of the information
messages and symbols can vary depending on the version of the instrument cluster.
In addition, a list of current malfunctions can be opened manually. To do so, open the Vehicle
status or Vehicle menu ⇒ Instrumentclustermenus .
Priority 1 warning (red)The symbol flashes or lights up (sometimes together with a signal tone).
Do not drive on! Danger. Check the fault and correct the cause. Seek expert assistance if
necessary.Priority 2 warning (yellow)The symbol flashes or lights up (sometimes together with a
signal tone). Malfunctions and insufficient service fluids can damage the vehicle and cause it to
break down. Check the fault as soon as possible. Seek expert assistance if necessary.Information
messageInformation about various procedures within the vehicle.
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, some settings and displays may also appear in
the Infotainment system.
If several warning reports are detected, the symbols will appear for several seconds, one
after another. The symbols will continue to appear until the faults are rectified.
If warning messages about malfunctions are displayed when the ignition is switched on, it
may not be possible to adjust some settings as described, or the information display may appear
differently. If this is the case, take the vehicle to a qualified workshop to have the malfunction
rectified.
Driver Alert System (recommendation for rest breaks)
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings ⇒
Introduction
The Driver Alert System informs the
driver if their driving shows signs of
tiredness.
Fig. 18 On the instrument cluster display: Driver Alert System.
Function and operation
The Driver Alert System determines the driving behaviour at the beginning of a journey and uses it
to evaluate the tiredness of the driver. This is compared to the behaviour of the driver while actually
driving. If the system detects that the driver may be tired, an acoustic warning signal will sound and
a message will appear in the instrument cluster display ⇒ Fig.18 . The message in the instrument
cluster display is displayed for about five seconds and may be repeated once. The last displayed
message is saved by the system.
The message on the instrument cluster display can be switched off by pressing the
button on the wiper lever or the button on the multifunction steering
wheel ⇒ Instrumentclusteroperation . The message can be displayed again on the instrument
cluster display using the multifunction display ⇒ Warningandinformationmessages .
Functional limitations
The driving behaviour can be evaluated only when the speed is above 60 km/h (37 mph) up to
approximately 200 km/h (125 mph).
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Switching on and off
The Driver Alert System can be activated or deactivated using the button or function
button and the Vehicle , and Driver assistance function buttons in the
Infotainment system ⇒ Vehiclesettingsmenu .
Function limitations
The Driver Alert System has system-related limitations. The following conditions can limit the
function of the Driver Alert System, or prevent it from working altogether:
• Speeds less than 60 km/h (37 mph).
• Speeds of more than 200 km/h (125 mph).
• Roads with bends.
• Poor roads.
• Adverse weather conditions.
• Sporty driving style.
• Towing a heavy/long trailer.
• The driver is distracted.
The Driver Alert System is reset in the following situations:
• The ignition is switched off.
• The driver seat belt is unfastened and the driver door is open.
• The vehicle has been stationary for longer than 15 minutes.
The Driver Alert System is automatically reset in case of long slow drives (speed less than 60 km/h
(37 mph)). If the speed is increased, the system evaluates the driving behaviour again.
The Driver Alert System has been developed for use only while driving on highways and
good roads.
If there is a system fault, proceed to a qualified workshop immediately to have the system
checked.
Dynamic Road Sign Display (Sign Assist)
Fig. 19 On the instrument cluster display: examples of recognised speed limits or overtaking
restrictions with accompanying additional signs.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings ⇒
Introduction
Dynamic Road Sign Display uses a camera in the base of the interior mirror to monitor standard
road signs in front of the vehicle and notifies the driver of any detected speed limits or overtaking
restrictions. Within the limits of the system, the system also displays additional signs, e.g.
temporary restrictions, signs related to towing a trailer ⇒ Trailertowing or restrictions in wet
weather conditions. In some cases the system can also display the current speed limits on non-
signposted routes.
The intelligent technology used in the Driver Alert System cannot overcome the laws of
physics, and functions only within the limits of the system. Do not let the extra
convenience afforded by the Driver Alert System tempt you into taking any risks when
driving – this can cause accidents. During a long trip, plan regular and sufficient breaks.
• The driver is responsible at all times for their fitness to drive.
• Never drive a vehicle when you are tired.
• The system cannot always detect the driver's level of alertness. Observe the
information in the section Function limitations ⇒ Functionlimitations .
• In certain situations, the system may wrongly interpret intentional driving manoeuvres
as a lack of alertness from the driver.
• No urgent warning will be given in the event of the phenomenon known as microsleep.
• Follow the information on the instrument cluster display and respond according to the
commands.
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