Ignition Lock - Volkswagen Tiguan Owner's Manual

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Several warning and indicator lamps will light up briefly as a functional check when the ignition is switched on. They will go out after a few
seconds.
WARNING
Failure to observe illuminated warning lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle breaking down in traffic, and can cause accidents and
serious injuries.
Never ignore any illuminated warning lamps or text messages.
Stop the vehicle as soon as it is possible and safe to do so.
If the vehicle breaks down or has to be parked for repairs, always park the vehicle at a safe distance from the road, switch on the hazard
warning lights, switch off the engine and take other precautionary measures in order to warn traffic behind you.
NOTICE
Failure to observe illuminated indicator lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle being damaged.

Ignition lock

Fig. 133 To the right of the steering wheel: positions of the vehicle key in the ignition lock.
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings
The steering lock can be activated when there is no vehicle key in the ignition lock.
→ Fig. 133
Vehicle key positions
Initial position of the ignition lock. Ignition switched off. The vehicle key can be removed.
Ignition switched on. Diesel engine glow plugs are preheating. The steering lock can be released.
Start the engine. Release the vehicle key as soon as the engine starts. Once released, the vehicle key moves back to position ①.
Non-authorised vehicle key
If a non-authorised vehicle key has been inserted in the ignition lock it can be removed as follows:
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Dual clutch gearbox DSG : press the lock button in the selector lever and release. The vehicle key can be removed.
Press the brake pedal to start the engine.
Immobiliser active.
Use the authorised vehicle key → Electronic immobiliser
The engine is starting. Pre-heating period in diesel engines
.
→ Starting and stopping the engine
→ Introduction
.