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Volkswagen Tiguan 2015 Owner's Manual page 47

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Troubleshooting
If there is a malfunction in the proactive occupant protection system, the message Proactive
occupant protection unavailable or Proactive occupant protection: function restricted is
shown permanently on the instrument cluster display.
Go to a qualified workshop and have the system checked.
WARNING
The intelligent technology of the proactive occupant protection system cannot overcome
the laws of physics, and functions only within the limits of the system. Never let the extra
convenience afforded by the proactive occupant protection system tempt you into taking
any risks when driving. The system cannot prevent a collision. The system is not a
substitute for the full concentration of the driver.
• Adapt your speed and distance from the vehicles ahead to suit visibility, weather, road
and traffic conditions.
• The system cannot detect objects in all situations.
• The proactive occupant protection system does not react to people, animals, objects
crossing in front of the vehicle, or objects which are hard to make out.
• Reflective objects such as safety barriers, tunnel entrances, heavy rain and ice can
impair the function of the proactive occupant protection system and thus prevent it
from detecting a collision risk.
• Incorrect system activation can occur.
WARNING
Accidents and injuries can occur if the driver is distracted.
• Never change settings in the Infotainment system when the vehicle is in motion.
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.
NOTICE
Failure to observe illuminated indicator lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle
being damaged.
Airbag system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
 Types of front passenger front airbag system
 Indicator lamp
 Description and function of the airbags
 Front airbags
 Switching the front passenger front airbag on and off
 Side airbags
 Curtain airbags
 Knee airbags
The vehicle is equipped with a front airbag for the driver and front passenger. The front airbags can
provide front seat occupants with additional chest and head protection if the seat, seat belts, head
restraints and, in the case of the driver, steering wheel are adjusted and used correctly. Airbags are
meant only for additional protection. The airbags are not a substitute for seat belts. Seat belts must
always be worn, even when the front seats are equipped with front airbags.

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