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Owner's Manual
Golf, Golf GTI
V1, R2, en_US
Print status: 08.06.2020
English USA: 2020.09
Teile-Nr.: 5GM012723ST
5GM012723ST
www.carobook.com
Owner's Manual
Golf, Golf GTI
U.S. Edition, Model Year 2021

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual Golf, Golf GTI U.S. Edition, Model Year 2021 www.carobook.com Owner's Manual Golf, Golf GTI V1, R2, en_US Print status: 08.06.2020 English USA: 2020.09 Teile-Nr.: 5GM012723ST 5GM012723ST...
  • Page 2 Fig. 1 California Proposition 65 Warning. Texts with this symbol contain information regard- Volkswagen works constantly to improve all of its products. Due to ongoing vehicle development, changes in ing hazardous situations which could cause minor design, equipment, and technology are possible at any time. The information about equipment, appearance, or moderate injuries if not avoided.
  • Page 3 We thank you for buying a Volkswagen vehicle This Volkswagen vehicle provides advanced technology incorporating many convenience features for you to enjoy in your daily driving. Please carefully read and follow the information in this Owner's Manual. It will help you both to become more familiar with your vehicle and to recognize and avoid situations that could endanger you and others.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    ® transmission — Front passenger side overview — Hill Start Assist (Hill Hold) — Roof console — Downhill speed control Volkswagen Information System — Steering — Warning and indicator lights — Driving Mode Selection — Instrument cluster Driver assistance systems —...
  • Page 5 — Air conditioning system operating fluids — Driving your vehicle outside of the United States and Canada — Radio antenna and reception — Component protection — Volkswagen service information — Declaration of Compliance, Telecommunications and Electronic Systems 322 — Reporting Safety Defects Technical data —...
  • Page 6 Volkswa- www.carobook.com gen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for more information. All information in this Manual corresponds to infor- mation available as of the editorial deadline. Due to...
  • Page 7 Vehicle overview Front view www.carobook.com Fig. 2 Vehicle front overview. Key to fig. Inside mirror with sensor or camera on the mirror base for: — Rain sensor (if equipped) ........................— Low-light sensor (if equipped) ......................— Lane Assist (if equipped) ........................
  • Page 8 Side view Fig. 3 Vehicle side overview. Key to fig. www.carobook.com Fuel filler flap ............................Roof antenna ............................Outside door handles ..........................Outside mirror :............................— Additional turn signal light ........................ — Blind Spot Monitor indicator light (if equipped) ................Lift points for the jack ..........................
  • Page 9 ............— Park Assist (on left and right, if equipped) ..................Under the Volkswagen emblem: Rear View Camera system location ..........Sensors for the Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Traffic Alert (approximate location on left and right, if equipped) , ..........................
  • Page 10 Driver door overview Fig. 5 Overview of the driver door. Key to fig. www.carobook.com Door handle ............................. Power locking switch for locking and unlocking the vehicle ..........– Knob for adjusting the outside mirrors :....................— Adjusting outside mirrors – – —...
  • Page 11 Driver side overview Fig. 6 Driver side overview. Key to fig. www.carobook.com Instrument cluster: — Instruments ............................— Display ..............................— Warning and indicator lights ......................Headlight switch :..........................— Off position — Automatic headlights (if equipped) — Parking lights (if equipped) —...
  • Page 12 — Volume setting for radio, navigation system notifications (if applicable), or telephone calls – — Voice control activation — Audio, navigation – — Control buttons for the Volkswagen Information System ........ – – — Cruise control or Adaptive Cruise Control buttons ......160, 162 –...
  • Page 13 — Manual air conditioning ........................— Climatronic ............................Air vents – – ..........................Passenger seat heating button ......................Driver seat heating button ........................ Lower center console www.carobook.com Fig. 8 Overview of the lower center console. Key to fig. Lever for: —...

  • Page 14: Front Passenger Side Overview

    Front passenger side overview Fig. 9 Overview of the front passenger side. Key to fig. Passenger front airbag location in the instrument panel (approximate) .......... Air vent – – ..........................Opening handle for the glove compartment ..................Roof console Symbol Meaning www.carobook.com Interior and reading lights →...

  • Page 15: Volkswagen Information System

    Volkswagen Information Symbol Meaning → , → System sion Warning (if equipped) → page 167. OR: Pedestrian Monitoring system Warning and indicator lights warning. Brake! Depress brake pedal. ACC driver intervention warning → page 162. Warning and indicator lights notify you of warnings Alternator malfunction →...
  • Page 16 Increase the distance between your ve- hicle and the vehicle ahead. Front As- NOTICE sist distance warning (if equipped) Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS → page 167. can result in vehicle damage. Cruise control malfunction → page 160 Volkswagen Information System...

  • Page 17: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster WARNING Driving on today's roads demands the full atten- Introduction tion of the driver at all times. Driver distraction causes accidents, collisions and serious personal injury! Emergency starting and starting the engine with · a very weak vehicle battery or after the vehicle bat- Never use the buttons in the instrument cluster tery has been replaced may change or delete system while driving.
  • Page 18 The trip odometer ( ) shows the distance driven trip since the last time the trip odometer was reset. The — Outside temperature last digit indicates 1/10 mile (or 100 meters, de- — Compass display pending on the units selected). Volkswagen Information System...
  • Page 19 On vehicles equipped with a navigation system and hicle, such as dry grass, brush, spilled fuel, etc. the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit, you can view the · A broken-down vehicle presents a high accident...
  • Page 20 15. The trip memories are in addition to the trip odome- ter, which is displayed in the bottom part of the in- The following list shows how the Volkswagen Infor- strument cluster and controlled using the button mation System menus in the instrument cluster dis- →...
  • Page 21 Check the malfunction and take corrective action. displayed once the vehicle has been driven about Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an au- 300 feet (100 m). The value displayed is updated ev- thorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance if ery 5 seconds.
  • Page 22 With the lap timer, you can time your own laps man- tion display may appear differently. If this happens, ually, store lap times, and compare the times to one take the vehicle to an authorized Volkswagen dealer another. or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for as- The following menus can be displayed: sistance.
  • Page 23 Menu displays and functions endangered by your driving and the vehicle's acceleration. menu: Lap timer The timing of a lap starts. Start NOTICE Timing starts when the vehicle begins driv- Since start To help prevent engine damage, always avoid high ing.
  • Page 24 Warning light and engine coolant comes on, drive to your nearest authorized Volkswa- temperature gauge gen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility and have the fuel system and the engine checked. Please read the introductory information and WARNING heed the Warnings and Notice on page 15.
  • Page 25 15. lem continues after adding coolant and driving a short distance, do not drive any farther. Contact the nearest authorized Volkswagen dealer or au- thorized Volkswagen Service Facility. — If the coolant level is correct, the overheating may be caused by a radiator fan fault.

  • Page 26: Using The Instrument Cluster Menus

    Oil service and inspection now! An authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Viewing service message Volkswagen Service Facility may be able to add or You can view service information → fig. 15 in the modify functions depending on your vehicle's equip-...
  • Page 27 If this is the case, take the vehicle to an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.

  • Page 28: Infotainment System Operation And Displays

    (depending on equipment) Settings Setup → page 26 The possible menu items depend on the vehicle electronics and vehicle equipment. WARNING Driving on today's roads demands the full atten- tion of the driver at all times. Driver distraction Volkswagen Information System...
  • Page 29 Performance Monitor sport gauges Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice on page 26. Fig. 18 In the Infotainment system: Performance Monitor sport gauges (if equipped). Gauges shown in the display may vary depending on configuration. Your vehicle may be equipped with the Performance Boost pressure gauge Monitor feature, which includes sport gauges and...
  • Page 30 Performance Monitor lap timer and stopwatch Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice on page 26. Fig. 19 In the Infotainment system: Performance Monitor lap timer/stopwatch. Volkswagen Information System...
  • Page 31 Tap the arrow buttons at either side of the screen to toggle between the Performance Monitor sport gauges → page 27, Performance Monitor sport gauges and the lap timer/stopwatch. Key to fig. 19 fig. Stopwatch display Digital split time display Display of recent split times Play button to start timing Button to cancel the current lap...
  • Page 32 When personalization is active, the name of the cur- If the box in the function key is checked , the fea- rent user profile appears in the instrument cluster ture is switched on. display for about 10 seconds after switching on the ignition. Volkswagen Information System...
  • Page 33 Switching user profiles You can select the user profile either in the Personaliza- menu or in the menu in the Infotain- tion Vehicle status ment system. Manually assigning a vehicle key to a user profile By selecting key assignment, you can assign Manual a vehicle key to the user profile that is currently ac- tive.

  • Page 34: Safety

    ✓ Make sure that children are properly secured by ✓ Are there authorized Volkswagen dealers and a restraint system appropriate for their size and authorized Volkswagen Service Facilities in the www.carobook.com weight →...

  • Page 35: Sitting Properly And Safely

    Always be sure that there are at least 10 inches NOTICE (25 cm) between the front passenger's breast- Volkswagen is not responsible for mechanical dam- bone and the instrument panel. age that may result from substandard fuel or service ·...
  • Page 36 cility to see whether adaptive equipment is WARNING available. Some kinds of cigarette lighters can be lit uninten- · Always hold the steering wheel on the outside tionally, or crushed causing a fire that can result in of the steering wheel rim with your hands at the serious burns and vehicle damage.
  • Page 37 — Never lean out the window. Contact your authorized Volkswagen dealer or au- thorized Volkswagen Service Facility or call the — Never put your feet out the window. Volkswagen Customer CARE Center at — Never put feet on the instrument panel.

  • Page 38: Safety Belts

    · placed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an au- Never use comfort clips or devices that create thorized Volkswagen Service Facility → slack in the shoulder belt. However, special clips...
  • Page 39 If the driver and front seat passenger do not both thorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volks- fasten their safety belts within about 24 seconds af- wagen Service Facility.
  • Page 40 What happens to passengers not wearing a safety belt Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice on page 36. Fig. 24 A vehicle with passengers not wearing safety belts hits a wall. The physical principles of a frontal collision are sim- ple.
  • Page 41 United States and Canada. Although your Volkswagen is equipped with airbags, you still have to wear the safety belts provided. Safety belts protect Front airbags, for example, are activated only in some frontal collisions.
  • Page 42 Make sure that the safety belt is twisted in a spot where it does not come in direct contact with your body. Have the safety belt untwisted immedi- ately by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or author- ized Volkswagen Service Facility. Lockable safety belt The retractors for the rear seat safety belts and the Fig.
  • Page 43 — Adjust the front seat and head restraint correctly Safety belt position → page 104, Seats and head restraints. — Make sure the seat backrest of the rear seat Please read the introductory information and bench is in an upright position and securely latch- heed the Warnings and Notice on page 36.
  • Page 44 — The lap portion of the safety belt must always run contact with your body. Have the problem cor- as low as possible over the pelvis and never over rected right away by an authorized Volkswagen the abdomen. dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facili- —...
  • Page 45 The pretensioners are activated by the electronic belt system. Your authorized Volkswagen dealer and control unit for the airbag system in front, side, and authorized Volkswagen Service Facility are familiar rear collisions, and in rollovers.

  • Page 46: Airbag System

    → page 36, Safety authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized belts. Volkswagen Service Facility. They have the nec- · The driver must always make sure that every essary technical information, training, and spe- person in the vehicle is properly seated on cial equipment →...
  • Page 47 · Deployed airbags and the related system parts must be replaced immediately with new parts Advanced Airbag System, infants, approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle model and model year. child restraints, and children on the · Have repairs and vehicle modifications per- front seat www.carobook.com...
  • Page 48 Volkswagen dealer or an authorized for their age and size. Volkswagen Service Facility. If a malfunction occurs · Always properly install rearward-facing child re- that turns the front airbag on the passenger side off,...
  • Page 49 Have the airbag system in- status of the front seat passenger's front Advanced spected immediately by your authorized Volkswagen Airbag System a few seconds after the ignition has dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
  • Page 50 Federal Motor Ve- Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Serv- hicle Safety Standard 208 with which the Ad- ice Facility. vanced Airbag System in your vehicle was certi- fied.
  • Page 51 · Have the airbag system inspected by your au- WARNING thorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volks- If the status of the Advanced Airbag System has wagen Service Facility before transporting any- changed while the vehicle is moving, the PASSEN- one on the front passenger seat.
  • Page 52 Contact your authorized Volkswagen dealer or au- The airbags are part of the overall passive vehicle thorized Volkswagen Service Facility or call the safety system. The airbag system works most effi- Volkswagen Customer CARE Center at ciently when used with properly worn safety belts 1-800-822-8987 for information about possible and a proper seating position →...
  • Page 53 · tance measured by the system for the front passen- Always make certain that children age 12 or ger seat equals that of an infant of about 1 year of younger always ride in the rear seat. If children age in one of the child restraints that was used to are not properly restrained, they may be severe- certify the Advanced Airbag System under Federal ly injured or killed when the airbag inflates.
  • Page 54 Use only original equipment airbags approved · by Volkswagen and installed by a trained tech- A suitable child restraint properly installed and nician who has the necessary tools and diagnos- used at one of the rear seating positions pro-...
  • Page 55 · Although the Advanced Airbag System has been Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen designed to switch off when an infant or small Service Facility. child is on the front passenger seat in a child re- WARNING straint that was used during the certification...
  • Page 56 Volkswagen tion system. Service Facility. · — Always make sure that the PASSEN- Always buckle the child restraint firmly in place GER AIR BAG light comes on and stays even when no child is sitting in it.
  • Page 57 (such as cup holders, telephone brackets, note system inspected immediately by an authorized pads, navigation systems, large, heavy or bulky ob- Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen jects) on the doors, on the windshield, over or near Service Facility.
  • Page 58 Use only original equipment airbags approved signal to the Airbag System that the seat is oc- by Volkswagen and installed by a trained tech- cupied by a person when it is not, or to signal nician who has the necessary tools and diagnos-...
  • Page 59 Volkswagen Service Facilities are fa- system, including airbag modules and safety belts miliar with the requirements, and we recommend with pretensioners. Authorized Volkswagen dealers that you have them perform this service for you.
  • Page 60 · Never disassemble or take parts off the seat or by your authorized Volkswagen dealer or au- disconnect wires from it. thorized Volkswagen Service Facility. · Never carry sharp objects in your pockets or put WARNING them on the seat. If the capacitive passenger...
  • Page 61 Have the airbag system inspected immediately by your authorized Volkswa- Passenger front airbag active gen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facili- — Switch on the ignition. — The capacitive passenger detection system meas- ures the electrical capacitance of the front pas- DANGER senger seat.
  • Page 62 GER AIR BAG the airbag control unit. These objects can also the airbag system inspected immediately by an cause serious personal injury if the airbag in- authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized flates. Volkswagen Service Facility. · Always make sure that a child restraint has been ·...
  • Page 63 The side airbags installed for the front seating posi- are not supposed to deploy or when they have al- tions have been designed and certified to help re- ready deployed. duce the risk of injury that can be caused by airbags The side airbag system will not inflate: when they inflate, particularly when the occupant sitting next to it is not seated properly.
  • Page 64 — Never install seat covers or replacement up- stallation of airbag components, or other repairs holstery over the front seat backrests that performed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer have not been specifically approved by Volks- or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Oth- wagen.
  • Page 65 · If the airbag has been triggered, the system — in front-end collisions, must be replaced by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facili- — in rear-end collisions, — in rollovers, unless the deployment threshold for ·...

  • Page 66: Child Safety And Child Restraints

    · authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Always make sure that the airbag deployment Volkswagen Service Facility. Otherwise the air- zones are clear at all times. Never let anything bag system may not work correctly. or object, a pet, or a person, including an infant or small child, be in the space between any ve- ·...
  • Page 67 Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volks- — Always move the front passenger seat to the wagen Service Facility. highest position in the up and down adjust-...
  • Page 68 tem, and → page 64, Child safety and child re- a child restraint that is not visible could cause it to straints. fail in another collision situation. Always replace child restraints that were in- stalled in a vehicle during a crash. Damage to Child restraints –...
  • Page 69 help you to locate the lower anchorages — The child restraints do not interfere with each → page 80 , → fig. other and each remains fully functional and ac- cessible to properly restrain and protect each How to tell if the child restraint is properly installed child.
  • Page 70 · Have the airbag system inspected immediately specific types, makes and models of child restraints by your authorized Volkswagen dealer or au- that must be used to certify compliance of the Ad- thorized Volkswagen Service Facility. vanced Airbag System in your vehicle with the sup- pression requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 208.
  • Page 71 cannot move forward or sideways more than about Important safety instructions for 1 inch (2.5 cm). using child restraints Important additional information about installing a child restraint system on the front passenger seat: Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice on page If you must install a child restraint on the front pas- senger seat in exceptional circumstances, be sure to...
  • Page 72 — When buying a child restraint, select one that fits your child and the vehicle. WARNING — Volkswagen does not recommend using child Forward-facing child restraints installed on the restraints that rest on legs or tube-like front passenger's seat can interfere with the air- frames.
  • Page 73 · reach, so that the child cannot grab and play with Have the airbag system inspected immediately by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or author- ized Volkswagen Service Facility. — Make sure that the safety belt does not block the LATCH/UAS lower universal anchorages. This...
  • Page 74 — Do not activate the switchable locking feature. WARNING Otherwise it will be very difficult to wind the A child in a child restraint installed with the safety belt back into its normal position. You LATCH/UAS lower universal anchorages or with should not hear a “clicking”...
  • Page 75 — Attach the Top Tether strap or straps to the teth- seat and have the airbag system inspected right er anchorage for the seating position where the away by your authorized Volkswagen dealer or child restraint is being installed with either the www.carobook.com authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
  • Page 76 · Only pull the unused safety belt out far enough to structure of the child restraint and become dam- allow you to route the belt around the head re- aged, especially when the switchable locking fea- straint. ture has been activated. ·...
  • Page 77 Volkswagen dealer or tioned. authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. — Always make sure that nothing is in the way ·...
  • Page 78 Be careful not to activate the switchable locking system inspected by your authorized Volks- retractor when routing the unused safety belt wagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Serv- around the head restraint adjacent to the seat ice Facility. where a child restraint has been installed.
  • Page 79 lap belt portion of the vehicle's safety belt alone to In a collision, airbags must inflate within a blink of restrain any child, regardless of how big the child is. an eye and with considerable force. In order to do its Always remember that children do not have the pro- job, the airbag needs room to inflate so that it will nounced pelvic structure required for the proper...
  • Page 80 · Failure to properly route safety belts over Installing child restraints with a child's body will cause severe injuries in a col- a safety belt lision or other emergency situation. · Children on the front seat of any car, even with Please read the introductory information and Advanced Airbags, can be seriously injured or heed the Warnings and Notice...
  • Page 81 — Route the safety belt around or through the child — Insert the belt tongue into the buckle for that restraint using the proper path for the safety belt seating position. as specified by the child restraint manufacturer. — Make sure that the red release button faces away —...
  • Page 82 to pull the belt out of the retractor. The switcha- WARNING ble locking feature is now active. Improperly installed child restraints increase the risk of serious personal injury and death in a colli- Deactivating the switchable locking feature sion. The switchable locking feature for child restraints ·...
  • Page 83 that itself is not equipped with LATCH/UAS lower universal anchorage points. The child restraint must not contact or push against any of the safety belt buckles to help prevent dam- age to the buckles, which can make the buckles un- usable or unsafe.
  • Page 84 — Pull straps tight following the child restraint man- WARNING ufacturer's instructions. Improper use of the LATCH/UAS system can in- — Release or deploy the top tether strap (if one is crease the risk of serious personal injury and death required by the child restraint manufacturer or by in an accident.
  • Page 85 Securing a child restraint with the Top Tether strap Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice on page 64. Fig. 45 Example of a mounted upper tether strap: The version on the left shows an outer seating position. The ver- sion on the right shows the center seating position.

  • Page 86: In An Emergency

    This applies espe- top tether strap or top tether anchorage. cially to leather seats. http://www.carseat.org Sources of information about child Volkswagen Customer CARE restraints and their use Tel.: 1-800-822-8987 Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice...
  • Page 87 Take all vehicle keys with you when leaving your Protecting yourself and the vehicle vehicle. Set up a warning triangle or other warning de- Please read the introductory information and vice in order to alert other motorists and cy- heed the Warnings and Notice on page 84.

  • Page 88: Opening And Closing

    Opening and closing — All turn signals flash once to confirm that the ve- hicle has been locked. If you press the lock button a second time, the horn also beeps as an addi- Vehicle key set tional confirmation. The horn beep (acoustic con- firmation) can be disabled in the Vehicle settings menu in the Infotainment system →...
  • Page 89 Volkswagen recommends having the battery in the Temperatures can quickly reach levels that can remote control vehicle key changed by an authorized cause unconsciousness and death, particularly Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen to small children.

  • Page 90: Keyless Access With Push-Button Start

    To find the nearest qualified independent repair fa- cility, locksmith, or Volkswagen dealer which can cut — Manually unlock the vehicle using the key bit and code replacement vehicle keys, call the VW Cus- →...
  • Page 91 gen emblem on the trunk lid when a valid remote All turn signals flash twice to confirm that the vehi- control vehicle key is within range. cle has been unlocked. If the vehicle is unlocked, it will lock again after A Declaration of Compliance with the United a short time if you do not open one of the doors or States FCC and Industry Canada regulations is...

  • Page 92: Doors And Power Locking System

    Keyless Access system malfunction. See an author- that rubs against the vehicle, that sensor may be ized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen switched off for a short time. Service Facility for assistance.
  • Page 93 play goes out a short time after the vehicle has been NOTICE locked. When locking or unlocking the vehicle manually, re- move parts carefully and install them again correctly WARNING to avoid damaging the vehicle. A door that is not closed properly may open sud- denly when the vehicle is moving and cause severe Certain settings are automatically saved by injuries.
  • Page 94 — OR: After the airbags inflate in a collision Doors can be unlocked and opened separately from → page 95, Tips and troubleshooting. inside the vehicle by pulling the door handle to open the door. The rear passenger door handles need to The indicator light goes out in the power locking be pulled twice to open the door.
  • Page 95 unlocked. Note the instructions for the anti-theft Manually locking the passenger alarm system → page 95, Anti-theft alarm system. doors — Unfold the key bit from the remote control vehi- cle key → page 86, Vehicle key set. Please read the introductory information and —...
  • Page 96 — Make sure that the door is locked. — Repeat the procedure for other doors if necessa- — Have the vehicle checked immediately by an au- thorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. A door that has been locked manually will be un- locked again if the vehicle is unlocked or the door is opened from the inside.

  • Page 97: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    The anti-theft alarm system sounds and the turn signals flash for up to 5 minutes if the following oc- — See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an au- curs with respect to the locked vehicle: thorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assis- tance.

  • Page 98: Trunk Lid

    Trunk lid buildup in the passenger and luggage compart- ment of a parked vehicle can result in tempera- tures in the vehicle that are much higher than Introduction the outside temperatures. Temperatures can quickly reach levels that can cause unconscious- ness and death, particularly to small children.
  • Page 99 — Check the trunk lid to make sure it is securely Opening and closing the trunk lid latched. The trunk lid can be locked only when it is securely Please read the introductory information and closed and latched. heed the Warnings and Notice on page A closed but unlocked trunk lid automatically locks when the vehicle is moving.

  • Page 100: Power Windows

    — Insert the key bit into the slot in the trunk lid trim Opening the trunk lid from inside and press the release lever in the direction of the the luggage compartment arrow → fig. 62 to unlock the trunk lid. At the same time, push the trunk lid out until it opens.
  • Page 101 Your vehicle may be equipped with the convenience touch feature, as well as pinch protection may opening and closing feature, which lets you open not work properly. See an authorized Volkswagen and close the windows and the power sunroof when dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility the ignition is switched off: right away.

  • Page 102: Power Sunroof

    Power sunroof WARNING Without pinch protection, power windows will Opening or closing the power sun- close with enough force to cause serious personal injury. roof · Always be careful when closing power windows. · Always make sure that no one is in the way when overriding pinch protection to close pow- er windows! ·...
  • Page 103 → page 30, protection! Driver personalization. — If the power sunroof still will not close, please see an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Convenience opening and closing of the power sunroof WARNING...
  • Page 104 To www.carobook.com help prevent damage to the sunroof, have an au- thorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility help you close and re- pair the power sunroof. Opening and closing...

  • Page 105: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel WARNING Improper use of the steering wheel adjustment feature can result in serious personal injury and Adjusting the steering wheel even death. position · Always pull the lever → fig. 64 firmly upward after adjusting the steering wheel so that the steering wheel does not change position sud- denly while the vehicle is moving.

  • Page 106: Seats And Head Restraints

    If these requirements cannot be met for physi- cal reasons, contact an authorized Volkswagen WARNING dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Fa- cility to see whether adaptive equipment is www.carobook.com Improper use of seat covers can lead to an acci- available.
  • Page 107 senger and luggage compartment of a parked there may be different combinations of electrical vehicle can result in temperatures in the vehicle and manual controls. that are much higher than the outside tempera- There may be manual and electrical controls on the tures, particularly in summer.

  • Page 108: Rear Seats

    When entering and exiting the vehicle, be Adjust the seat height. Move the lever several careful not to come into contact with any times up or down. switches that could change the seat adjustment. Move the front seat forward or back. Pull the lever up and move the front seat.

  • Page 109: Head Restraints

    · Always make sure there are no people or ani- Folding the rear seat backrest for- mals in the area around the rear seat backrest ward and back into place when folding it forward. · Never fold the rear seat backrest forward or Please read the introductory information and back when the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 110 Proper head restraint adjustment Adjusting the head restraints Adjust head restraints so that the upper edge of the head restraint is at least at eye level or higher. Posi- Please read the introductory information and tion the back of the head as close as possible to the heed the Warnings and Notice on page head restraint.
  • Page 111 — Use one hand to hold the release button in with Removing and reinstalling the head the flat object. With your other hand, lift the restraints same guide rod slightly to expose a notch in the rod at the bottom (can be seen and felt with fin- Please read the introductory information and gers).

  • Page 112: Seat Functions

    Seat functions Introduction WARNING Improper use of seat adjustment controls can cause severe personal injuries. · Always sit properly at all times before starting to drive and while the vehicle is moving. Make sure all passengers, especially children, are properly seated whenever the vehicle is moving. ·...
  • Page 113 moving as well as during braking or other sud- den maneuvers. www.carobook.com Seat functions...

  • Page 114: Lights Turn Signals

    If you do not hear an acoustic sound when the turn signal is switched on, contact an authorized Volks- wagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. 3-blink turn signal (convenience indicating) Fig. 77 Headlight switch next to the steering wheel Move the turn signal lever up or down slightly, just to the point of resistance, and then let it go.
  • Page 115 · For information on fog lights , see → page 113, Never use daytime running lights (DRL) to see Switching the fog lights on and off. where you are going. DRL are not bright enough to light up the roadway and be seen by other Switching lights off motorists.
  • Page 116 and cannot always recognize all lighting and driving example, in the Eco driving mode, the AFS is deacti- situations. vated → page 157, Driving Mode Selection. If the light switch is in the position, both vehicle In some models, the headlights will turn independ- lighting and instrument and switch lighting are au- ently, even when driving straight ahead.
  • Page 117 Light bulb of the exterior vehicle lighting not work- ing. — Switch off the ignition. — See an authorized Volkswagen dealer, an author- The Coming Home feature is switched on when the ized Volkswagen Service Facility, or other quali- headlight switch is in the...

  • Page 118: High Beams

    · Have headlight range adjustment checked im- cluster lights up. mediately by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. High-beam control (Light Assist) Your vehicle may be equipped with the Light Assist NOTICE automatic high beam control system →...
  • Page 119 within the limits of the system → . The system is — On roads with a center barrier where the driver controlled by a camera mounted in the rearview mir- can clearly see oncoming traffic above the barrier, ror base. for example, a truck driver.

  • Page 120: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting Glove and luggage compartment lights The glove and luggage compartments may have lights that come on automatically when they are Instrument panel and switch light- opened and go off when they are closed. Ambient (background) lighting Depending on vehicle equipment, your vehicle may have ambient lighting in the doors and footwells, which comes on when the ignition and the head- lights are switched on.

  • Page 121: Vision

    Vision the sensitivity of the rain sensor (vehicles with a rain sensor). Windshield wipers and washer Move the lever to the desired position → fig. 81 , → Windshield wiper lever Intermittent wiping for the rear window. The wiper wipes about every 6 seconds. Press the lever forward as far as it will go to activate the rear window washers, then release to stay in intermittent wiping mode (position...
  • Page 122 · If the wiper blades freeze to the windshield, loos- en them carefully. Volkswagen recommends using a deicing spray. NOTICE Never switch on the windshield wipers when the windshield is dry because the windshield can be scratched. When the vehicle is not moving, the wiper speed changes temporarily to the next lower speed.

  • Page 123: Mirrors

    Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to — If the indicator light comes on again and stays on, do so. contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility NOTICE → page 120, Rain sensor.
  • Page 124 ing, or parking. Another vehicle, pedestrian, or and then wash affected area with soap and wa- object could be in your blind spot. ter; medical attention is recommended. Thor- oughly wash affected clothing and shoes before · Always make sure mirrors are properly adjusted reuse.
  • Page 125 If the light striking the sensor is filtered or blocked (such as by a sunshade), the self-dimming inside mirror will not work properly or may not work at all. Do not attach external navigation devices to the windshield or in the vicinity of the self-dimming in- side mirror as these devices can also influence the sensors →...

  • Page 126: Sun Protection

    system → page 26, Infotainment system operation NOTICE and displays: Always fold in the outside mirrors when taking the Synchronous mirror adjustment (if equipped) vehicle through an automatic car wash. The synchronous mirror adjustment feature simulta- To help reduce fuel consumption, use outside neously adjusts the right outside mirror when the mirror heating only when needed.
  • Page 127 · Always stow sun visors and sunshades when not needed to block sun glare. The vanity mirror light goes out after several minutes. This helps to prevent unnecessary drain on the vehicle battery. www.carobook.com Sun protection...
  • Page 128 Volkswagen recommends senger compartment. that you see an authorized Volkswagen dealer or Some models also have an adjustable air vent inside an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
  • Page 129 To help lete system settings (including time, date, driver keep the windows from fogging over, Volkswagen personalization, and programming). Check the set- recommends leaving the air conditioner (compres- tings and correct as necessary once the vehicle bat- sor) switched on.
  • Page 130 Fig. 89 In the center console: Climatronic controls. If a function is switched on, an indicator light in or — Climatronic: Turn the fan knob as far left as it will under the button lights up. go → fig. 89 —...
  • Page 131 — Press the button on the Climatronic controls. — OR Climatronic: Press the button in the Cli- matronic controls, open the climate control set- — Tap the function key on the Infotainment Air Care tings submenu , and tap the function keys system screen.
  • Page 132 – Rear window defroster — Set the temperature to +72 °F (+22 °C). — Open and adjust all air vents in the instrument — Press the button to defrost the rear window. panel → page 126, Climate control. The rear window defroster works only when the engine is running and switches off automatically WARNING after 10 minutes or less.
  • Page 133 — If you or a passenger suffers from a low level of heating and have it checked by an authorized perceived pain or a lowered awareness of pain as Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen from medication, paralysis, or chronic illness (e.g., Service Facility.
  • Page 134 — If there is a cause for concern, have the system checked by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. If the windows fog up The windows can fog up if they are colder than the outside temperature and the air is very humid.
  • Page 135 · Driving Always make sure that nothing can interfere with the pedals. · Always fasten floor mats securely to the floor. Information on driving safely · Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on and efficiently top of already installed floor mats. ·...
  • Page 136 · The driver is responsible for selecting the cor- speed. Active braking and accelerating is then not rect gear for the current driving conditions, such necessarily required. as when passing or when driving on hills. Use the cruise control when possible to help main- tain a uniform driving style →...
  • Page 137 Make sure the engine oil that you purchase expressly complies with Volkswagen oil quality standards and NOTICE is the oil approved by Volkswagen for your vehicle. Never let the vehicle coast or roll down a hill in Neu- Avoid unnecessary weight tral (N), especially when the engine is not running.
  • Page 138 New brake pads do not provide full performance a sporty driving style, you should have the brake during the first 100 to 200 miles (200 to 300 km) pads checked by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or and must first be “broken” in → . To some extent,...
  • Page 139 ABS provides. Contact your authorized Volkswa- yourself or others → gen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility as soon as possible. Brakes coated with road salt also react slower and ·...
  • Page 140 See your Take road, weather, traffic, and visibility condi- authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volks- tions into account as well. wagen Service Facility for more information.
  • Page 141 · If you absolutely must drive with an open trunk Driving with an open trunk lid lid, do the following to reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning: Driving with an open trunk lid can lead to serious — Close all windows and the power sunroof. personal injury.
  • Page 142 — If you believe the vehicle is safe to drive, immedi- Breaking in a new engine ately take it to the nearest authorized Volkswagen For the first 600 miles (1000 km): dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility —...
  • Page 143 Starting and stopping the engine Ignition switch Fig. 96 In the ignition switch: Vehicle key positions for vehicles without Keyless Access. · If there is no vehicle key in the ignition, the steering Never leave children or disabled persons in the column is locked.
  • Page 144 Starter button WARNING Improper use of vehicle keys can result in serious personal injury. · Always switch off the engine and the ignition and take the key with you when you leave the vehicle. Children or unauthorized persons may use it to lock the vehicle, start the engine, and operate vehicle systems such as the power win- dows, leading to serious personal injury.
  • Page 145 moving, or if you try to restart the engine right af- Starting the engine ter switching it off. · Avoid high engine speeds, full throttle accelera- Starting the engine tion, and heavy engine loads when the engine is cold. Please perform these steps only in the order listed: ·...
  • Page 146 The engine can therefore only be started with an au- leaves, dry grass, spilled fuel, etc. thorized and correctly coded genuine Volkswagen · Never apply additional anti-corrosion or under- vehicle key. Coded vehicle keys are available from...
  • Page 147 → page 322, Declaration of Compliance, Tele- — Have the engine checked immediately by an au- communications and Electronic Systems. thorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volks- wagen Service Facility. If you use the wrong vehicle key or cannot remove...
  • Page 148 Start-stop system — The vehicle must not be on a steep incline. — Vehicles with DSG ® : The steering wheel must not be turned too sharply. — The vehicle must not be in reverse gear (R). — The Park Assist system must not be active. Requirements for the engine to automatically re- start The engine may restart automatically under the fol-...
  • Page 149 · Manual transmission The power steering system does not work when the engine is not running, and you will need more force to steer the vehicle. Manual transmission gearshift lever · Never remove the key from the ignition switch or turn off the ignition with the starter button while the vehicle is moving or rolling to a stop.
  • Page 150 WARNING ue driving! Downshifting to a lower gear incorrectly can result — See your authorized Volkswagen dealer for assis- in loss of vehicle control and can cause accidents tance. Otherwise, serious clutch or transmission and serious personal injuries.
  • Page 151 Switch between Drive (D) and Sport drive (S) by pull- ® Automatic or DSG transmission se- ing the selector lever once to the rear from gear po- lector lever sition D/S → fig. 101. The selector lever always re- turns to gear position D/S. It is possible to access Tiptronic selection from gear position D/S when either Drive (D) or Sport drive (S) is active →...
  • Page 152 · Never leave the vehicle in Neutral (N). It will roll down hills, whether the engine is running or not. · When the engine is running and a drive gear - Drive or Sport Drive (D/S) or Reverse (R) - has been selected, press and hold the brake pedal to keep the vehicle from moving.
  • Page 153 — Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The NOTICE engine is disengaged and runs in coasting mode. · The vehicle rolls without the braking effect of the During acceleration, the transmission will shift engine. automatically into the next higher gear before reaching maximum engine speed (rpm).
  • Page 154 WARNING NOTICE Rapid acceleration can cause skidding and loss of · When stopping on hills with the transmission in traction, especially on slippery roads, resulting in a drive gear, do not use the accelerator to help a loss of vehicle control, collisions, and serious prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards.
  • Page 155 — Slip the cover up and over the selector lever → ue driving! Depending on equipment, the selector lever can be — See your authorized Volkswagen dealer for assis- released differently. tance. Otherwise, serious clutch or transmission damage could result.
  • Page 156 · In any event, have the automatic or DSG transmis- Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to sion checked by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or do so. authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. · Whenever stalled or stopped for repair, move...
  • Page 157 and the foot brake must be depressed to keep the steep hills. When in Tiptronic mode, select second or vehicle from moving. first gear manually to use the braking power of the engine and relieve the load on the brakes. Automatic or DSG transmission: To drive off, take your foot off the brake pedal and gently depress the If downhill speed control is active, the Start-stop...
  • Page 158 · The downhill speed control feature is merely Mechanical steering column lock (vehicles without a driving aid and cannot always slow the vehicle Keyless Access) down enough on all downhill grades. In vehicles with an ignition switch, the steering col- ·...
  • Page 159 The electronic steering column could suddenly checked immediately by an authorized Volkswagen lock, you would not be able to steer, and you dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. could lose control of the vehicle, crash, and seri- If the indicator light flashes: ously injure yourself and others.
  • Page 160 For vehicles equipped with Driving Mode Selection, Selecting a driving mode you can choose from different driving modes with a variety of characteristics. The possible driving Please read the introductory information and modes may vary, depending on vehicle equipment. heed the Warnings and Notice on page 157.
  • Page 161 — Have the system checked by an authorized Volks- driving. wagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. — Comfort: Gives the vehicle a more comfortable driving feel, which may be preferred, for example,...
  • Page 162 Driver assistance systems WARNING Using the cruise control when it is not possible to Cruise control drive safely at a constant speed can be dangerous and can lead to an accident and serious personal injuries. Introduction · Never use cruise control when driving in heavy or varying traffic or when you cannot keep Your vehicle may be equipped with cruise control, a safe distance between you and the vehicles...
  • Page 163 Tips and troubleshooting Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice on page 160. Cruise control system malfunction — Have the system checked by an authorized Volks- wagen dealership or authorized Volkswagen Serv- ice Facility. Cruise control...
  • Page 164 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) you to the road, traffic, weather, and visibility conditions. · Never use Adaptive Cruise Control on steep, Introduction winding, or slippery roads (such gravel roads, wet roads, or snowy or icy roads) or on roads Your vehicle may be equipped with the Adaptive with standing water.
  • Page 165 ACC immediately. · Always check the road ahead before the vehicle · See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or Volkswa- pulls away. If necessary, cancel the pulling away gen Service Facility for assistance and have the procedure by depressing the brake pedal.
  • Page 166 — When driving through tunnels. Driving around curves and traffic circles When driving into a curve and driving out of a long — On roads with more than one lane, if other vehi- curve, the radar sensor may react to a vehicle in the cles are driving more slowly in the fast lane.
  • Page 167 strument cluster display, and the speed and distance Switching ACC on and off interval remain stored. When ASR is switched off, ACC is automatically de- Please read the introductory information and activated. heed the Warnings and Notice on page 162. Resuming ACC —...
  • Page 168 — Paint work or structural modifications have been Adaptive cruise control is deactivated. The vehicle made at the front of the vehicle. maintains only the set speed. — The original Volkswagen emblem is not being WARNING used. Following other vehicles too closely increases the —...
  • Page 169 If ACC will not switch on tion about the driving situation → page 5, Front view. Make sure that the following conditions are met: — Manual transmission: A forward gear (other than Features included first gear) is selected. Front Assist includes Autonomous Emergency Brak- —...
  • Page 170 Driver warnings and Autonomous Emergency Braking Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice on page 167. Fig. 112 In the instrument cluster display: Advance warning (symbol displayed in color on an instrument cluster with color display). Depending on equipment and system limits, Front If you are approaching a detected object at a speed Assist can detect the following objects directly in...
  • Page 171 The timing of this alert can vary, depending on the the advance or immediate warnings to reduce vehi- traffic situation and your driving style. cle speed and help to minimize the effects of a colli- sion → in Introduction on page 167. Automatic braking The automatic braking maneuver occurs simultane- If you should also fail to react to the immediate...
  • Page 172 → page 141, Starting and stopping the engine. braking maneuver. Volkswagen recommends that the Front Assist sys- If the system gives the driver an advanced warning, tem be switched on at all times, except in the specif-...
  • Page 173 → page 18, Instrument cluster me- made at the front of the vehicle. nus. — The original Volkswagen emblem is not being — OR: Press the driver assistance systems button on used. the multi-function steering wheel to open the —...
  • Page 174 nal, the system will warn you with a steering correc- Driving with Lane Assist tion. The driver can override the steering correction at any time. Please read the introductory information and Vehicles without Blind Spot Monitor: Lane Assist will heed the Warnings and Notice on page 171.
  • Page 175 Failure to heed warning lights or other warnings have the system checked by an authorized Volkswa- www.carobook.com can result in a collision and serious personal injury. gen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facili- · Never ignore warning lights or text WARNINGS. ·...
  • Page 176 Blind Spot Monitor. See an injuries. authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized · The Blind Spot Monitor is not a substitute for Volkswagen Service Facility to have the system careful and attentive driving. checked. · Always adjust your driving style to road, traffic, Certain settings are automatically saved by weather, and visibility conditions.
  • Page 177 The rear bumper may only be painted with vehicle — The conditions for system operation are not met paint that is approved by Volkswagen. Other → page 173, Physical and system limitations. paints may make the Blind Spot Monitor work im- —...
  • Page 178 If the system does not work as described in this chapter or if your vehicle was involved in a collision, do not use the Blind Spot Monitor sys- tem. See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an au- thorized Volkswagen Service Facility to have the sys- tem checked.
  • Page 179 — Switch off the engine and then take your foot off changes in the way the vehicle brakes, immedi- the brake pedal. ately contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility to — If necessary, remove the vehicle key from the ig- have the brake pads checked and, if necessary, nition.
  • Page 180 Parking brake in gear. The vehicle will start to move as soon as the engine speed increases even if the parking brake is on. Using the parking brake (Golf, · Never leave children or anyone who cannot help Golf GTI) themselves behind in the vehicle.
  • Page 181 to the obstacle, the faster the beep. When the ob- NOTICE stacle is very close, the sound is continuous. Even though the transmission is in Park (P), the vehi- If you move even closer to the obstacle despite the cle may move a couple of inches (a few centimeters) continuous warning sound, the system cannot forwards or backwards if you take your foot off the measure the distance remaining until collision.
  • Page 182 Automatic PDC activation when driving forward (depending on equipment) Volkswagen recommends practicing with the When the PDC is activated automatically when driv- Park Distance Control system in a location or ing forward, a mini PDC display appears on the left- parking space with no traffic in order to become fa- hand side of the screen.
  • Page 183 button to activate emergency braking while Temporary malfunction in the scanned area, driving forward. depending on vehicle equipment (not pic- tured). You can also switch maneuver braking on and off by tapping the function key in the PDC display → page 181, PDC signal chimes and displays or in menu in the Infotainment system Vehicle settings Tips and troubleshooting...

  • Page 184: Rear View Camera System

    — If the system still does not respond as expected, · have it checked by an authorized Volkswagen Never pay so much attention to the images on dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facili- the screen that you fail to notice what is going on around you.
  • Page 185 To access the full functionality of the Rear View All references to orientation line length apply to ve- Camera system, tap the function key in the hicles on a horizontal surface. MENU top left hand corner of the screen. The function keys The angles of the red and green lines do not change will now appear on the screen.
  • Page 186 — If the system still does not respond as expected, — Slowly back up and steer so that the lateral green have it checked by an authorized Volkswagen orientation lines lead into the parking space dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facili-...

  • Page 187: Park Assist

    Failure to observe the illuminated text messages can Watch out for small children and animals in par- lead to the vehicle being damaged. ticular. Volkswagen recommends practicing with the Park Assist system in a location or parking Park Assist...
  • Page 188 space with no traffic in order to become familiar Selecting a parking space with the system and how it works. Please read the introductory information and When parking or pulling out of a parking heed the Warnings and Notice on page space, the system gives a signal tone to tell 185.
  • Page 189 When the prompt to park appears → fig. 121 , se- Parking space detected lect a different parking mode by pressing the Arrow indicating the parking suggestion button → fig. 119 again. After all relevant parking (prompt to park) modes have been displayed, Park Assist switches off Prompt to press the brake pedal automatically.
  • Page 190 prompt to drive forward appear in the instrument Pulling out of a parallel parking cluster display. space using Park Assist — Press the brake pedal until the Park Assist system has stopped steering OR until the symbol in Please read the introductory information and the instrument cluster display disappears.

  • Page 191: Rear Traffic Alert

    — If the system still does not respond as expected, have it checked by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facili- Interrupting or automatically stopping a parking procedure or pulling out of a parking space www.carobook.com...
  • Page 192 The rear bumper may only be painted with vehicle 1–7 mph (1–12 km/h). Once the system detects that paint that is approved by Volkswagen. Other your vehicle is not moving, it keeps the vehicle from paints may make the Rear Traffic Alert system moving for up to 2 seconds.

  • Page 193: Braking Assistance Systems

    ESC improves the possibility of keeping the ABS provides. Contact your authorized Volkswa- vehicle under control and on the road during ex- gen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service treme maneuvers by using the driver's steering in- Facility as soon as possible.
  • Page 194 → page 193, Switching Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR) XDL is an extension of the Electronic Differential and ESC Sport mode on and off or in the Infotain- Lock system. XDL does not react to drive wheel slip- ment system. page when driving straight ahead. Instead, XDL de- tects slippage of the inside front wheel during fast Be sure to switch ASR on again when you no longer cornering.
  • Page 195 · · Although these systems are very effective and Changing the vehicle suspension or using an un- can help you control the vehicle in many diffi- approved tire/wheel combination can change cult situations, always remember that vehicle the way the ABS, BAS, ASR, EDL, and ESC sys- handling and control is limited by tire traction.
  • Page 196 — If the indicator light stays on, see an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen — See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an au- Service Facility. thorized Volkswagen Service Facility. — The vehicle brakes will work without ABS.
  • Page 197 (without ABS). You will not have the protection ABS provides. Contact your authorized Volkswa- gen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility as soon as possible. NOTICE Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in vehicle damage.

  • Page 198: Storage And Equipment

    Storage and equipment vehicle can result in temperatures in the vehicle that are much higher than the outside tempera- tures, particularly in summer. High tempera- Storage areas tures could cause the cigarette lighter to catch fire. Introduction NOTICE Store only lightweight or small objects in storage ·...
  • Page 199 Infotainment system accessories Glove compartment Vehicles equipped with an Infotainment system may have a CD player, SD card readers, or other Infotain- Please read the introductory information and ment system accessories → fig. 128 in the glove heed the Warnings and Notice on page compartment.
  • Page 200 Depending on equipment, the lower part of the front Storage compartment in the front center console → fig. 130 may have slots for storing center console coins. Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice on page Storage compartment between the 196.
  • Page 201 Storage compartments in the doors Eyeglass storage compartment in the overhead console Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice on page Please read the introductory information and 196. heed the Warnings and Notice on page 196. Fig.

  • Page 202: Cup Holders

    · Never leave closed bottles in a very hot or cold WARNING vehicle. Clothes or other items on the luggage compart- ment cover behind the rear seat backrest may limit NOTICE visibility and cause accidents and severe personal Never put open drinks in the cup holders when the injuries.

  • Page 203: Power Outlets

    There are two cup holders in the front center con- Your vehicle has cup holders in the rear center arm- sole in front of the center armrest. The cup holders rest. cannot be removed. — To open: Fold the center armrest down. Some models are equipped with a cover for the cup —...
  • Page 204 · To help prevent damage from voltage fluctua- tions, switch off all electrical consumers connect- ed to the 12 Volt socket before switching the ig- nition on or off or starting the engine. · Never connect devices to a 12 Volt socket that draw more than the maximum wattage the socket can supply.
  • Page 205 — Only use equipment that has been tested for electromagnetic compatibility and complies with applicable guidelines. — Never feed current into the socket, with a solar panel, for example. Unshielded devices may interfere with radio reception or the vehicle's electrical system. www.carobook.com Power outlets...

  • Page 206: Media And Audio Components

    Media and audio compo- — Carefully lower the luggage compartment floor back into place. nents NOTICE The subwoofer can be damaged if the electrical con- Removing the subwoofer nector is disconnected improperly or if the connect- ing cable is pinched or crimped. Fig.

  • Page 207: Data Transfer

    ® VW Car-Net Security & Serv- Therefore, you may be contacted by Volkswagen or ice: Connecting you and your an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized vehicle Volkswagen Service Facility regarding the need to update software to help prevent unauthorized and unlawful access to vehicle systems.
  • Page 208 — Information Assistance – Press the i-Button and may be impaired or blocked by various factors that connect to a VW Car-Net Response Center Spe- are outside of the control of Volkswagen. In particu- cialist that can help you enroll and subscribe to lar, this includes:...

  • Page 209: Wi-Fi Hotspot

    Internet and for certain Depending on your mobile data rate, addition- functions, such as using Volkswagen Car-Net. The al costs (such as roaming fees) may result possible types of data connections depend on the country and the Infotainment system being used.
  • Page 210 The availability of a suitable CarStick depends on the country. Information on availability can Search for the network name (SSID) and net- be found at the Volkswagen website or at an author- work key (password) for your vehicle as follows: ized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen —...
  • Page 211 ✓ The Wi-Fi device must support WPS. WPS is not supported by all mobile devices or some external Wi-Fi devices. In this case, con- nect manually: HOME Wi-Fi Quick connection with Infotainment system — Setting up the Infotainment system as a Wi-Fi hotspot →...
  • Page 212 ✓ NFC is activated on the Wi-Fi device. ✓ The Wi-Fi hotspot of the Infotainment system must be activated. ✓ The Wi-Fi hotspot of the Infotainment system is activated. ✓ A suitable application for scanning QR codes must be installed on the Wi-Fi device. HOME Wi-Fi HOME...
  • Page 213 — If necessary, enter the Wi-Fi hotspot network key The Wi-Fi function may not be available in all on the Infotainment system and confirm with countries. The Wi-Fi connection will be established. In some cases, you may need to enter additional information on the Wi-Fi device in order to finish connecting.
  • Page 214 name is automatically preset and, if necessa- ry, can be manually changed according to the respective cell phone service provider specifi- cations. Password to connect to the mobile net- Password work. The password is automatically preset and, if necessary, can be manually changed according to the respective cell phone service provider specifications.

  • Page 215: Transporting

    Transporting luggage compartment cover, or on the top of the instrument panel. · Always remove hard, heavy, or sharp objects Stowing luggage from clothing and bags in the vehicle interior and stow them securely in the luggage com- partment. Always stow all luggage securely in the vehicle ·...

  • Page 216: Luggage Compartment Cover

    Installing the luggage compartment cover NOTICE — Press the luggage compartment cover into the The defroster heating wires or antenna in the rear side brackets from above → fig. 141 (bottom ar- window can be damaged by objects that rub against rows).

  • Page 217: Variable Luggage Compartment Floor

    Variable luggage compart- of the guides on the sides of the luggage com- partment. ment floor — Insert the luggage compartment floor into the guides at the required height and push it forward as far as it will go. Removing the luggage compartment floor —...

  • Page 218: Luggage Compartment - Features

    Luggage compartment – fea- Tie-downs tures Storage areas in the luggage com- partment Fig. 145 In the luggage compartment: Tie-downs. There are tie-downs in the front and rear of the lug- gage compartment, which you can use to secure luggage or other items → fig.
  • Page 219 For suitable straps and luggage stowage sys- tems, please see an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. www.carobook.com Fig. 147 In the rear seat backrest: Opening the lug- Shopping bag hooks gage compartment pass-through.

  • Page 220: Roof Rack

    The weight of the roof rack and the cargo being car- ries can be purchased from your authorized Volks- ried on it reduce the remaining load your vehicle can wagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Fa- carry. Always follow the steps for determining the cility.
  • Page 221 Always carefully follow the installation instructions Maximum permissible roof load from the base carrier or roof rack manufacturer. The maximum permissible roof load is 165 lbs. (75 kg). The maximum permissible roof load is the The front mounting holes are on the underside of combined weight of the roof rack and the items be- the roof frame.

  • Page 222: Trailer Towing

    Never install a trailer hitch on the vehicle. · Never tow a trailer with the vehicle. NOTICE Installing a trailer hitch and towing a trailer will cause expensive damage to your vehicle that will not be covered by any Volkswagen Limited Warranty. Transporting...

  • Page 223: Fuel And Emission Control System

    · Never smoke or have an open flame (or sparks, not covered by any Volkswagen Limited Warranty. cigarettes, or other smoldering objects) any- · If you put any amount of incorrect fuel in the fuel...

  • Page 224: Refueling

    There is no emergency release for the fuel filler flap. switched off until refueling is complete. Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an au- thorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance. Opening the fuel filler cap The fuel filler flap is on the rear passenger side of the vehicle.
  • Page 225 Regardless of whether unleaded Regular or Premium engine. In both cases contact an authorized Volks- grade gasoline is specified for your vehicle, Volkswa- wagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service gen recommends using TOP TIER Detergent Gaso- Facility to have the engine checked.
  • Page 226 “starting assist fluids” are not the responsibility of from your authorized Volkswagen dealer or author- Volkswagen and are not covered under the Emis- ized Volkswagen Service Facility. Do not add any sion warranties or any other Volkswagen Limited other gasoline additives.

  • Page 227: Engine Control And Emission Control System

    · — Carefully drive to the nearest authorized Volkswa- Never park where parts of the hot exhaust sys- gen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Fa- tem and catalytic converter could ignite flam- cility to have engine checked. mable materials, such as brush, leaves, dry grass, spilled fuel, etc.
  • Page 228 NOTICE Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in vehicle damage. As long as the indicator lights are on, expect engine malfunctions, increased fuel consumption, and loss of engine efficiency. www.carobook.com Fuel and emission control system...

  • Page 229: Do It Yourself - Vehicle Tool Kit

    Adapter for anti-theft wheel bolts (if equipped). spare wheel, or tire mobility set may be in one of Volkswagen recommends that you always carry several places under the variable luggage compart- the adapter for the wheel bolts in the vehicle ment floor in the luggage compartment.

  • Page 230: Windshield Wiper Blades

    Lifting the wiper blades and tilting them away from of the wheel bolt lock is imprinted on the front the windshield of the adapter. If lost, a replacement adapter can be ordered using this number. Record the — Put the wiper arms in service position → code number of the wheel bolt lock and store it —...
  • Page 231 Replacement blades may be purchased from any the direction of arrow → fig. 155. authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volks- — Press and hold the release button → fig. 155 wagen Service Facility. — Pull off the wiper blade in the direction of ar- Lifting and tilting windshield wiper arms .

  • Page 232: Replacing Light Bulbs

    · H7 bulbs are under high pressure and can ex- — See an authorized Volkswagen dealer, an author- plode if handled improperly. ized Volkswagen Service Facility, or other quali- ·...

  • Page 233: Replacing Fuses

    Warnings and Notice on page tailed information regarding fuse box layout is avail- 231. able from authorized Volkswagen dealers and au- thorized Volkswagen Service Facilities. In general, one fuse can protect several loads. One load can also be protected by several fuses.
  • Page 234 Dirt and moisture in fuse boxes can those mentioned in this section. Have these cause damage to the electrical system. fuses replaced by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. The vehicle contains other fuses in addition to those mentioned in this section.

  • Page 235: Jump-Starting

    Fuse color coding (ATO / MINI) — Pull out the fuse. — If the fuse is blown, replace the fuse with a new Color Amp rating fuse of the same amperage (same color and same Black 1 amp imprint) and same size → Purple 3 amps —...
  • Page 236 · Always avoid fires, sparks, open flame, and gen gas given off by the dead battery to ex- smoking. Never create sparks or electrostatic plode. charges when handling cables and electrical · Never attach the negative cable from the vehi- equipment.
  • Page 237 Your vehicle can only be jump-started or be used to which follow the letters shown in the illustration jump-start another vehicle via this jump-start termi- → fig. 161 A – B – C – D. nal. Attaching jumper cables Switch off the ignition in both vehicles →...

  • Page 238: Towing

    If the vehicle loses power while it is being tow- thawed. The battery can explode. Replace the ed, stop towing the vehicle immediately and battery instead. contact your authorized Volkswagen dealer or Do it yourself...
  • Page 239 Volkswagen Service Facility for assis- Towing manual transmission vehicles tance. — Release the parking brake. — Shift the transmission to Neutral (N). WARNING — If possible, have the vehicle towed with the front Towing a vehicle changes the way it handles and wheels off the ground.
  • Page 240 — When a commercial tow truck is being used, the NOTICE vehicle must only be towed with the front wheels The drive axle turns while the vehicle is being towed lifted off the ground. with its rear wheels off the ground. This can damage —...
  • Page 241 Use the lug wrench to turn and tighten the tow- Installing the rear towing eye ing eye. — When towing is finished, unscrew the towing eye Please read the introductory information and counterclockwise to remove it. heed the Warnings and Notice on page 236.
  • Page 242 Driving tips while towing Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice on page 236. Towing requires some experience, especially when using a tow rope. Both drivers must be familiar with the techniques required for towing. Inexperienced drivers should not try to tow a vehicle or to drive a vehicle that is being towed.

  • Page 243: Checking And Refilling

    · If you are uncertain in any way, have the work done Hot parts of the engine and the exhaust system by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized will burn skin on contact. Volkswagen Service Facility. Serious personal injury ·...
  • Page 244 Volkswagen dealer or authorized back and cover your hair, and do not wear Volkswagen Service Facility. Dispose of leaked oper- clothing that can hang down and get caught ating fluids properly.
  • Page 245 Preparing to work in the engine Opening or closing the engine com- compartment partment Please read the introductory information and Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice on page heed the Warnings and Notice on page 241.

  • Page 246: Operating Fluids And Equipment

    For this reason, it is important to have operating fluids changed and worn parts re- placed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or au- thorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Authorized Checking and refilling...

  • Page 247: Windshield Washer Fluid

    Windshield washer fluid Volkswagen dealers and authorized Volkswagen Service Facilities are always up-to-date regarding new developments and changes. WARNING Improper use of operating fluids and equipment can cause accidents, serious personal injuries, burns and/or poisoning. · Always store vehicle care products in a safe place in original containers that are securely closed.

  • Page 248: Engine Oil

    · Never mix cleaning solutions recommended by pollute the environment. Collect leaked or Volkswagen with other cleaning agents. If you do, spilled operating fluids and dispose of them properly this could cause sediments or other by-products in accordance with applicable environmental laws that can clog the windshield washer nozzles.
  • Page 249 Always use an approved oil that expressly complies with the Volkswagen oil quality standard that ap- plies to your vehicle's engine. Approved engine oil Engines Engine oil specification Viscosity grade 1.4 L gasoline engines (Golf) VW 508 00 SAE 0W-20 2.0 L gasoline engines (Golf GTI)
  • Page 250 · Always use an oil that has been specifically ap- Volkswagen recommends that you to check the en- proved for your vehicle → page 246, Engine oil gine oil level at regular intervals, preferably every specifications.
  • Page 251 → fig. 171. Engine oil level too high. Do not start the en- 10. Only add engine oil that Volkswagen has ap- gine → . Contact an authorized Volkswagen proved for that engine → page 246, Engine oil dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Fa- specifications.
  • Page 252 13. After adding oil, the level must at least be in the Depending on equipment, the engine oil tempera- ture may be displayed in the Volkswagen Informa- center of the → fig. 170 range and can enter tion System menu → page 13, Volkswagen...

  • Page 253: Engine Coolant

    — have the correct technical information and the proper tools, supplies, and operating fluids, and Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or author- ized Volkswagen Service Facility to find out which — are familiar with the necessary safety precautions engine coolant is suitable for your vehicle. Volkswa- →...
  • Page 254 Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or author- hicle. ized Volkswagen Service Facility to find out which · In extremely low temperatures, the coolant can engine coolant is suitable for your vehicle. Volkswa- freeze and the vehicle would be unable to start.
  • Page 255 NOTICE Never mix Genuine Volkswagen coolant additives with coolants that are not approved by Volkswagen. · If the fluid in the coolant expansion tank is not pink-colored (the color comes from the mixture of...
  • Page 256 · Volkswagen specifications () is not available! In- Never spill fluids on the engine or exhaust sys- stead, add distilled water only → . As soon as tem when refilling.

  • Page 257: Brake Fluid

    Brake fluid specifications it impossible to see the brake fluid level. If you can- Volkswagen has developed a special brake fluid that not clearly see the brake fluid level in the brake fluid is optimized for the brake system in your Volkswa- reservoir, please see an authorized Volkswagen deal- gen.

  • Page 258: Vehicle Battery

    When you change a light bulb, always switch off If you are uncertain in any way, have the work done the light first. by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized · Always keep children away from battery acid Volkswagen Service Facility. Serious personal injury and vehicle batteries in general.
  • Page 259 The vehicle battery may need to be and reproductive harm. Wash your hands after replaced. Have it checked by an authorized handling. Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswa- gen Service Facility. NOTICE Black Battery electrolyte level is satisfactory.
  • Page 260 Volkswagen Charging, replacing, disconnecting, dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility and connecting the vehicle battery and have the vehicle checked. If the battery was disconnected for a long time, the Please read the introductory information and...
  • Page 261 WARNING as you drive. When the vehicle battery is charged, it produces — See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an au- highly explosive hydrogen gas. thorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Have the ·...

  • Page 262: Tires And Wheels

    Tires and wheels the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys- Recalibrating the TPMS to reset the tem (TPMS) benchmark cold tire inflation pres- sure is explained on → page 265, Re- Introduction calibrating the Tire Pressure Moni- toring System (TPMS).
  • Page 263 damage. Always inflate the tires replacement wheels and tires are to the correct specified cold tire identical to those that were re- pressure values for the tires in- moved and even if the tire pres- stalled on the vehicle. sure does not change →...
  • Page 264 (kilometers) at low speed within tires that have been approved the last 3 hours. Then be sure to www.carobook.com by Volkswagen for your vehicle type. recalibrate the TPMS. — If the TPMS determines that the air pressure in at least one tire is too...
  • Page 265 System malfunction. and adjusting the air pressure in all four tires and recalibrating, take the vehicle to an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an author- ized Volkswagen Service Facility. Have the system checked. When the ignition is switched on, WARNING...
  • Page 266 · When the warning symbol tion pressure label on the driver pears in the instrument cluster, door jamb → page 276, Tire infla- stop the vehicle as soon as it is tion pressure. safe to do so and inspect all tires. ·...
  • Page 267 · Always stop the vehicle as soon identical to those that were re- moved and even if the tire pres- as it is safe to do so. sure does not change NOTICE → page 265, Recalibrating the Failure to heed warning lights or text Tire Pressure Monitoring System WARNINGS can result in vehicle (TPMS).
  • Page 268 — If a compact spare wheel has been the proper tire inflation pressure for mounted. those tires.) If a wheel was replaced on each — As an added safety feature, your ve- axle. hicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) If a tire was changed.
  • Page 269 When the malfunction indicator is il- If all 4 wheels are set to the cor- — luminated, the system may not be rect values, tap the func- Confirm able to detect or signal low tire pres- tion key to store the tire pressures. sure as intended.
  • Page 270 vehicle is carrying heavy load, the WARNING tire pressure must be raised to the Incorrect recalibration can cause recommended full-load tire pressure the TPMS to give false warnings or before recalibaration → page 276, to give no warning despite danger- Tire inflation pressure.

  • Page 271: Important Information On Tires And Wheels

    Volkswagen recommends that all can cause the tire to overheat work on tires and wheels be done by and fail suddenly without warn- an authorized Volkswagen dealer or ing. authorized Volkswagen Service Fa- · Check tires regularly for wear and cility.
  • Page 272 Old, used tires and fit properly. Check with an author- wheels may have damage that ized Volkswagen dealer or author- cannot be seen that can lead to ized Volkswagen Service Facility if sudden tire failure and loss of ve- necessary.
  • Page 273 The tires must be checked imme- can do to help avoid sudden tire fail- diately for hidden damage by an ure, including tread separation and authorized Volkswagen dealer or blowout. an authorized Volkswagen Service The tires and wheels are essential Facility.
  • Page 274 Volkswagen recommends that you sible maximum speed rating of the have your tires rotated by an author- tires → page 284, Tire labeling. ized Volkswagen dealer or author- ized Volkswagen Service Facility. Always keep aggressive chemicals — including grease, oil, gasoline and...
  • Page 275 Tires and wheel rims approved by of vehicle control, accidents, and Volkswagen have been matched pre- severe personal injuries. cisely to your vehicle model and · Tires that are more than 6 years...
  • Page 276 See an authorized WARNING Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Improper loosening and tightening Volkswagen Service Facility. of the bolts on wheel rims with Wheel rims with bolted rim rings...
  • Page 277 · Always make sure that new tires and top speed rating as the tires are not larger than the tires ap- approved by Volkswagen for your proved for your vehicle and that vehicle and model. the new tires do not rub against Never use tires that are larger or —...
  • Page 278 Although tire size specifica- those nominal values for different tions can be the same, the ac- tire makes, or the tire contours may tual dimensions may differ from be significantly different. Tire inflation pressure Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and No- tice on page 269.
  • Page 279 cold. Always use an accurate tire more, which can cause the tire to pressure gauge. overheat and fail suddenly with- out warning. — After adjusting the tire inflation · Excessive speed and/or overload- pressures, make sure to screw the valve caps back on; replace miss- ing can cause heat buildup, sud- ing valve caps immediately.
  • Page 280 When the TPMS warns that looking at the tire. This is especially the pressure in at least one true for low-profile tires. When tire is too low, check the tire pres- checking the tire pressures, refer to sure in all 4 tires with an accurate →...
  • Page 281 change → page 260, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). pattern is worn down to a depth of Tread depth and tread 3/16 in. (4.8 mm). wear indicators The tread depth of new tires can dif- fer between tire models and manu- Please read the introductory in- facturers because of the different formation and heed the Warnings...
  • Page 282 Check tires and wheel rims for — ing conditions, have the vehicle sus- damage. pension checked by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized If a tire is damaged, do not drive — Volkswagen Service Facility. any farther. Change the damaged wheel →...
  • Page 283 Warnings ment checked by an authorized and Notice on page 269. Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. WARNING Unusual vibrations or pulling to one side can indicate tire damage.
  • Page 284 floor → page 215, Variable lug- If the replaced wheel does not fit in gage compartment floor. the spare wheel well, stow it secure- ly in the luggage compartment on — Pull the securing clip → fig. 178 top of the luggage compartment (if equipped) out and up.
  • Page 285 the compact spare on the tire pres- Tire labeling. Tires age even if sure label or on a separate label for they are not being used and can the compact spare, if there is one. fail suddenly, especially at higher speeds.
  • Page 286 If possible, attach the spare vehicle securely in the luggage com- wheel, the compact spare partment. wheel, or the wheel you took off the Tire labeling Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and No- tice on page 269. www.carobook.com Fig.
  • Page 287 Tire labeling (example) Meaning Dimensions: Tire application: Passenger car Nominal sidewall-to-sidewall width of tire in millimeters. P255 / 55 R 18 55 Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio) Tire belt design letter code for radial. 18 Rim diameter (in inches) Load rating code →...
  • Page 288 Tire labeling (example) Meaning Tire ply composition and materials used: SIDEWALL 1 PLY RAYON 1 layer of rayon. Tire tread composition and materials used: TREAD 4 PLIES In this example there are 4 layers under the tread: 1 RAYON + 2 STEEL 1 layer of rayon, 2 layers of steel belt and 1 layer + 1 NYLON of nylon.
  • Page 289 · Always use tires, wheels and 2337 lbs (1060 kg) wheel bolts that meet the speci- Speed rating code letter fications of the original factory- The speed rating code letter indi- installed tires or other combina- cates the maximum permissible road tions that have been specifically speed of the tires.
  • Page 290 +45 °F (+7 °C). cle. Be sure to ask your authorized Winter tires are no longer suitable Volkswagen dealer or authorized for winter driving once the tread Volkswagen Service Facility about pattern is worn down to a depth of the maximum permissible speed and 3/16 in (4.8 mm).
  • Page 291 (+7 °C). They are quieter, do not wheel combinations that have been wear as quickly, and can help reduce approved by Volkswagen. This ap- fuel consumption. plies even to all-wheel drive vehicles The Tire Pressure Monitoring (4MOTION).
  • Page 292 · Snow chains can scratch or dam- age wheel rims if they have direct WARNING contact with the rims. Volkswagen Using the wrong snow chains or in- recommends using coated snow stalling snow chains improperly can chains.
  • Page 293 Bead Curb weight The part of a tire made of steel The weight of a motor vehicle with wires, wrapped or reinforced by ply standard equipment including the cords, with the shape and structure maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and to ensure proper fit to the wheel coolant, air conditioner, and addi- rim.
  • Page 294 — Vehicle capacity weight. Ply separation A parting of rubber compound be- Production options weight. — tween adjacent plies. Maximum (permissible) inflation Pneumatic tire pressure A mechanical device made of rubber, The maximum cold inflation pres- chemicals, fabric, and steel or other sure to which a tire may be inflated.
  • Page 295 sures than the corresponding stand- Speed rating (letter code) ard tire. A standardized letter code indicating the maximum speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extend- The outer edge of a wheel upon ed periods of time. The ratings range which the tire beads are seated.
  • Page 296 Safety Administration (NHTSA) that other numbers are marketing codes is designed to help buyers compare used by the tire manufacturer. This tires. UTQG is not a safety rating, nor information is used to help identify is it a guarantee that a tire will last affected consumers if a tire defect for a certain number of miles or per- requires a recall.
  • Page 297 The tire pressure label well and is more difficult to stop. on your Volkswagen also lists the Overloading can damage important maximum combined weight of all of parts of the vehicle. Overloading can...
  • Page 298 Determining the correct load limit Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and No- tice on page 269. Never overload tires. The following hicle occupants and luggage or other example illustrates how to deter- vehicle payloads. Never overload the mine the combined weight of all ve- vehicle! Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit:...
  • Page 299 Traction UTQG classification The traction grades, from highest to Please read the introductory in- lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those formation and heed the Warnings grades represent the tire's ability to and Notice on page 269. stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): specified government test surfaces...

  • Page 300: Wheel Trim

    Hubcaps WARNING The temperature grade for this tire Please read the introductory information and is established for a tire that is prop- heed the Warnings and Notice on page erly inflated and not overloaded. 298. Excessive speed, underinflation or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.

  • Page 301: Changing A Wheel

    Vehicles with twist-off hubcaps Wheel bolt caps — To remove: Twist the hubcap to the left or right until it loosens from the wheel rim → fig. 182. Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice on page —...
  • Page 302 Preparations for changing a wheel WARNING Changing a wheel, especially on the side of the Please read the introductory information and road, can be dangerous. To help reduce the risk of heed the Warnings and Notice on page 299. serious personal injury: ·...
  • Page 303 The bolts can come loose while Loosen the wheel bolts only with the lug wrench driving if greased or oiled, even if tightened to the produced by Volkswagen for your vehicle. required torque. Loosen the wheel bolts only about 1 turn before lift- WARNING ing the vehicle with the jack.
  • Page 304 · · Wheel bolts and wheel hub threads must always Never loosen bolted connections on wheel rims be clean, easy-to-turn and free of oil and with bolted rim rings. grease. · If the wheel bolts are not tightened to the prop- ·...
  • Page 305 To help reduce the risk of serious per- sonal injury: For your own safety and that of your passengers, · Use only jacks approved by Volkswagen for the carry out the following steps in the order listed vehicle. Other jacks might slip, even those ap- →...
  • Page 306 Lifting the vehicle with the vehicle jack (Golf GTI) Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice on page 299. Fig. 189 Lift points for the jack. www.carobook.com Fig. 190 Jack in position at the left rear lift point. The jack must be positioned at one of the 4 lift Automatic or DSG transmission: Shift the trans- points located behind the markings on the vehicle...
  • Page 307 WARNING · Use only jacks approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle. Other jacks might slip, even those ap- Disregarding the safety-related checklist may lead proved for other Volkswagen models, but not to accidents and serious personal injuries.
  • Page 308 then tighten the wheel bolt diagonally opposite Changing a wheel the first bolt, and so forth. — Install the wheel bolt caps, center wheel hubcap, Please read the introductory information and or wheel cover, if any → page 298, Wheel trim. heed the Warnings and Notice on page 299.
  • Page 309 → page 260, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). www.carobook.com Changing a wheel...

  • Page 310: Vehicle Maintenance Vehicle Care

    Sharp edges under the vehicle can cut exposed Vehicle care products are available from your au- skin. thorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswa- · gen Service Facility. Always protect your hands and arms from cuts on sharp metal edges when cleaning the under- WARNING body, the inside of the wheel housings, etc.
  • Page 311 Even if a wax solution is used regularly at the car wash facilities. wash, Volkswagen recommends applying a coat of hard wax at least twice a year to protect the paint. — Switch off the windshield wipers and the rain sen- sor.
  • Page 312 · When washing or rinsing the vehicle in cold Exterior care and cleaning weather, do not let water get into the lock cylin- ders or point the hose at gaps around the doors, hood, or trunk lid. The water could freeze on the locks and seals and make it difficult to open the vehicle! ·...
  • Page 313 → ing the washer fluid tank. Grease-removing cleaning For the camera lens in the rear Volkswagen emblem agents cannot remove wax residue → → fig.
  • Page 314 · Volkswagen recommends having the work per- cautions → page 241, In the engine compart- formed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or ment. authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. · Volkswagen recommends having the work per-...
  • Page 315 Clean inserts with a vacuum cleaner. If the upholstery and fabric trim pieces are heavily soiled, see your authorized Volkswagen dealer or au- Controls thorized Volkswagen Service Facility before you be- Remove coarse dirt and dirt that is difficult to reach gin cleaning to learn about suitable cleaning options.
  • Page 316 · Care and treatment of upholstery Have the airbag system inspected immediately by your authorized Volkswagen dealer or au- Modern clothing fabrics such as dark denim may not thorized Volkswagen Service Facility. be completely colorfast. Even with normal use, dye...
  • Page 317 · diately by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or au- If the vehicle is left in the sun for a long time, thorized Volkswagen Service Facility. cover the upholstery to protect the leatherette ·...

  • Page 318: Parts, Accessories, Repairs, And Modifications

    Volkswagen and Genu- dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. ine Volkswagen Parts ® . These parts and acces- sories have been evaluated by Volkswagen for Slight discoloration caused by wear and tear is their suitability, reliability, and safety. normal. ·...
  • Page 319 Items stored between the safety belt buckle and proper airbag performance and should be performed the center console can cause safety belt buckle to by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized send the wrong information to the airbag control Volkswagen Service Facility. These vehicle areas can unit and prevent the Advanced Airbag System contain important parts of the airbag system.
  • Page 320 Volkswagen Service Facilities are fa- discovery process. miliar with the requirements, and we recommend Volkswagen may also use the data for research that you have them perform this service for you. about vehicle operation and safety performance or...
  • Page 321 Because of the large number and variety of mobile telephones on the market and the frequency with which new models are introduced, Volkswagen does not offer cradles for mobile telephones. Please check with the manufacturer of the mobile tele- phone that you plan to use.

  • Page 322: Consumer Information

    See service information (available at author- compartment next to the engine hood release. The ized Volkswagen dealers or Volkswagen Serv- vehicle ignition system complies with the Canadian ice Facilities). standard ICES-002.

  • Page 323: Driving Your Vehicle Outside Of The United States And Canada

    Genuine Volkswagen parts. — Allow legitimate installation or exchange of parts · and control units by a professional should they re- Volkswagen is not responsible if the vehicle does quire service. not meet the respective legal requirements in other countries and continents.

  • Page 324: Volkswagen Service Information

    — Rear Traffic Alert tion These devices comply with: FCC Part 15.19 Volkswagen service information is published as soon These devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. as possible after model introduction. Operation is subject to the following 2 conditions:...
  • Page 325 volved in individual problems be- tween you, your dealer, or Volkswa- gen of America, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.nhtsa.gov; or write to: Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE. Washington, D.C.

  • Page 326: Technical Data

    Technical data NOTICE · Always distribute the load evenly and as low as possible in the vehicle. The vehicle capacity Weights and axle weights weight figures apply when the load is distributed evenly in the vehicle (passengers and luggage). The actual gross weight of any vehicle depends on ·...

  • Page 327: Dimensions

    fication number is also stamped into the top of the luggage compartment floor panel and contains the right drip channel in the engine compartment. The following information: drip channel is between the spring strut tower and the right fender. Open the engine hood to read the Vehicle identification number (VIN) vehicle identification number →...
  • Page 328 Golf, 1.4L engine 147 hp (110 kW) at Maximum power output 5000–6000 rpm Injection technology ® Engine ID code DGXA 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) at Maximum torque 1600–3500 rpm No. of cylinders 4 cylinders Displacement 85 CID (1395 ccm) Golf GTI, 2.0L engine Maximum power output 228 hp (170 kW) at 6500 rpm...

  • Page 329: Abbreviations

    Abbreviations Abbreviation Meaning Anti-lock Brake System Adaptive Cruise Control Adaptive Front Lighting System Anti-Knock Index ANSI American National Standards Institute Automatic Shift Lock Anti-Slip Regulation Anti-Theft Alarm system Brake Assist System Cubic centimeter – metric unit of measure for engine displacement Cubic inch displacement –...

  • Page 330: Index

    Index Numbers and Symbols Capacitive passenger detection system Cleaning the instrument panel 12 Volt sockets Deactivation of the front passenger front air- 3-blink turn signal Description Front airbags Abroad Functionality Extended stays with the vehicle Indicator light Sale of the vehicle Locking vehicle after inflation PASSENGER AIR BAG light See Braking assistance systems...
  • Page 331 Rear Traffic Alert Braking assistance systems Rear View Camera system Break-in period Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Changing brake fluid Attaching jumper cables Indicator light Auto Hold Parking brake Indicator light Parking brake (Golf, Golf GTI) Auto-dimming rearview mirror Warning and indicator lights Automatic headlights Warning light Automatic leveling headlights...
  • Page 332 Continuous parking lights on both sides of the vehi- Preparations for changing a wheel Rear View Camera system Control units Safety belts Controls Child restraints Electrical controls on the front seats and front airbag Manual controls on the front seats and the Advanced Airbag System Convenience opening and closing Booster seats...
  • Page 333 Selector lever position Service reminder display See Braking assistance systems Speed warning Electrical consumers Time Electrical controls on the front seats Warning and information texts Electrical load Display (Golf, Golf GTI) Automatic load deactivation Disposal Electrical sockets Belt pretensioners 12 Volt Door and window seals Electronic Differential Lock (EDL and XDL) Doors...
  • Page 334 Engine oil Driving efficiently Adding oil Fuel filler cap Change Opening and closing Checking engine oil level Fuel gauge Consumption Indicator light Dipstick Fuel tank cap Filler opening See Fuel filler cap Indicator light Fuses Specifications Color coding Warning light Fuse boxes Engine oil level too low Identifying a blown fuse...
  • Page 335 Instrument cluster Brightness Ice removal Display (Golf, Golf GTI) Identification number Displays 16, 18 Ignition Driver assistance systems button See Engine and ignition Instruments (Golf, Golf GTI) Ignition keys Menu structure See Vehicle keys Operation with the multi-function steering Ignition switch wheel Safety interlock Service reminder display...
  • Page 336 Lap timer Luggage compartment 213, 216 Lap times Cover Menu Luggage compartment light Performance Monitor Pass-through Statistics Storage areas LATCH Variable luggage compartment floor See Child restraints Luggage compartment floor Launch control program Luggage compartment lid Leaving Home feature See Trunk lid Lifting the vehicle Luggage rack Checklist...
  • Page 337 Doors Passenger front airbag From inside the vehicle See Airbag system From outside the vehicle Power sunroof See Park Distance Control Trunk lid Pedals 35, 133 Windows Pedestrian Monitoring with Keyless Access Performance Monitor Opening the trunk lid from the inside Lap timer and stopwatch Operating fluids Sport gauges...
  • Page 338 Raising the vehicle Roof rack With the vehicle jack (Golf GTI) With the vehicle jack (Golf) Reading lights Safety belt height adjusters Rear head restraints Safety belt load limiter Adjusting Safety belt position Rear lid Safety belt pretensioner See Trunk lid Safety belt retractor Rear seat backrest Safety belts...
  • Page 339 Gear recommendation Progressive steering Gearshift lever (manual transmission) Pulling to one side Manual transmission Steering column lock Selector lever (automatic or DSG transmis- Vibration sion) Warning light With Tiptronic Steering wheel Shopping bag hooks Adjusting Side airbags Shift paddles (Tiptronic) See Airbag system Stopping the engine Side Curtain Protection airbags...
  • Page 340 Rear Traffic Alert Rear View Camera system Rear View Camera system Remote control vehicle key Tire Pressure Monitoring System Shifting (TPMS) 260, 265 Starter button steering Trunk lid Turn signals 95, 98, 115 Tachometer Vehicle lighting Technical data Tiptronic Axle weight Tire damage Curb weight Tire inflation pressure...
  • Page 341 Tools Care and cleaning of leather upholstery See Vehicle tool kit Care and treatment Cleaning upholstery, microfiber fabric, and fab- Towing ric trim Automatic or DSG transmission 237, 238 Leatherette Driving tips USB Internet stick Front towing eye See CarStick Manual transmission 237, 238 USB port...
  • Page 342 Vehicle tool kit Windshield washer Contents Windshield washer fluid Storage Checking Vehicles with all-wheel drive (4MOTION) Indicator light Towing Refilling Volkswagen Information System Windshield wipers Displays Functions Menu structure Heated washer nozzles Indicator light www.carobook.com Lifting the wiper blade Rain sensor...

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