Get Digital Instrument cluster Guide for Volkswagen Atlas SUV Second Generation (2024-2025)

See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.

After starting the engine when the 12 V vehicle battery is severely drained or when it has been replaced or jump-started,

the system settings, e.g. personal convenience settings and programming, and user profiles may be changed or erased.

Check and correct the settings after the 12 V vehicle battery is sufficiently recharged.

In very low outside temperatures, the indicators on the instrument cluster display may take slightly longer to turn on than in

warm outside temperatures.

Digital Instrument cluster

Volkswagen Digital Cockpit overview

The Digital Cockpit is a digital instrument cluster with a high-resolution TFT color display. By selecting different secondary

displays, other displays can be shown in addition to the standard dials, such as the tachometer. The term “Volkswagen Digital

Cockpit” is used to refer to the digital instrument cluster in the following.

Fig. 9 In the instrument panel: digital instrument cluster (general example).

Secondary displays.

Pop-ups: Situation-related messages, e.g. navigation information.

Main display area.

Secondary displays.

Digital speed display.

Currently engaged gear or selector lever position.

Operating the Digital Instrument Cluster

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Fig. 10 Right side of the multi-function steering wheel: Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit (variant 1).

Menus cannot be opened when a priority 1 warning message is displayed → page , Warning and information texts. You can

conﬁrm and hide some messages using the

button on the multi-function steering wheel ﬁg. 10.

Views in the Display Area

1. Press the

button to switch the main display ⇒ Volkswagen Digital Cockpit overview.

The following views can be shown in the display area:

Summary Before starting and after switching off the engine: Display with information about the vehicle status, e.g. total

mileage.

Classic Display of dials.

Navigation Navigation map and route guidance information.

Driver assistance systems Display of the active driver assistance systems.

Special Depending on vehicle equipment, it may be possible to display alternative displays here, e.g. sport displays.

Selecting secondary displays

1. Select the right or left secondary display area using the

2. Select the preferred secondary display using the and

3. Conﬁrm your selection with the button.

Showing and Hiding the Secondary Displays

or

buttons.

arrow buttons.

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1. Press and hold the

button.

Conﬁguring secondary displays

You can conﬁgure the secondary displays to select which secondary displays are available in the secondary display area:

1. Select the right or left secondary display area using the

or

buttons.

2. Use the

and

arrow buttons to navigate to the Settings menu and open it.

button to apply changes.

3. Press the

A check mark

indicates that the respective secondary display is activated.

4. To return to the menu selection, press the

or

button.

The secondary displays can be configured or hidden independently of each other.

Navigation map in the digital instrument cluster

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the digital instrument cluster may display a detailed navigation map.

The size of the navigation map can be adjusted continuously. To select the desired map size, proceed as follows:

1. To open the Navigation display area, press the

button.

2. Press the

or

arrow buttons on the multi-function steering wheel to zoom in or out.

3. Press and hold the

button on the multi-function steering wheel to show or hide the secondary displays.

If warning messages about malfunctions appear when the ignition is switched on, settings or information displays may not

appear as described. If the malfunction persists, contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends

contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

WARNING

Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit and Infotainment system can distract you from trafﬁc. If the driver is distracted

while driving, accidents and serious or fatal injuries can occur.

Always drive attentively and responsibly.

Never operate the instrument cluster while driving.

Only adjust any settings in the instrument cluster or Infotainment system when the vehicle is stationary.

Volkswagen Digital Cockpit information displays

Possible displays in the main display area of the digital instrument cluster

Depending on the vehicle equipment, different information can be displayed in the main display area ⇒ Volkswagen Digital

Cockpit overview:

Outside temperature display.

Time and date.

Detected road sign from the trafﬁc sign recognition.

Driver assistance systems ⇒ Driver assistance systems.

Open doors, hood and trunk lid.

Speed warning for winter tires.

Infotainment system and navigation information.

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Radiator fan run-on.

Engine code (EC).

Range ⇒ Digital fuel gauge.

Service interval display.

Depending on the vehicle equipment: Status display for Active Cylinder Management (ACT ) ⇒ Eco tips.

Selector lever position for automatic transmission.

Warning and information texts.

Warning and indicator lights.

Outside temperature display

When outside temperatures are colder than approximately +4 °C (approximately +39 °F), a snowﬂake symbol

also

appears on the outside temperature display. This symbol remains on until the outside temperature rises above +6 °C

(approximately +43 °F).

In the following situations, the temperature displayed may be higher than the actual outside temperature due to heat radiating

from the engine:

When the vehicle is stationary

When the driving speed is very low

The measurement range is from -50 °C (approximately -58 °F) to +75 °C (approximately +167 °F).

WARNING

Roads may be icy when outside temperatures are low, even if they are above the freezing point. There is an increased

risk of an accident on icy roads. This could result in serious or fatal injuries.

If the

symbol is displayed in the instrument cluster display, drive with extra caution.

Always adapt your speed and driving style to the visibility, weather, road and trafﬁc conditions.

Never rely solely on the outside temperature display.

Open doors, hood and trunk lid

If, after unlocking the vehicle and while driving, any doors and/or the hood or trunk lid are open, this is displayed in the

Volkswagen Digital Cockpit and an audible signal may also sound.

Speed warning for winter tires

If the set maximum speed is exceeded, this will be shown in the digital instrument cluster.

Settings for the speed warning can be adjusted in the vehicle settings in the Infotainment system ⇒ Vehicle settings menu.

Radiator fan run-on

This indicator appears after the engine has been switched off, if the radiator fan continues to run.

The radiator fan may continue running due to:

Exhaust gas post-treatment, through particulate ﬁlter regeneration, for example.

Active brake cooling after descent.

Dissipation of engine heat after high load, e.g. trailer mode.

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Engine code (EC)

1. Open the service menu ⇒ Service menu.

2. Select the Engine code menu item.

Selector lever position for automatic transmission

The selector lever position and, depending on the driving mode, the gear that is engaged, are shown on the selector lever and

in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit. The gear shift pattern is displayed when the brake or the selector lever in the instrument

cluster is actuated ⇒ Selector lever.

Possible secondary displays in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit

In the secondary display area of the digital instrument cluster, other views can be conﬁgured and displayed via a conﬁguration

menu, depending on the vehicle equipment ⇒ Volkswagen Digital Cockpit overview:

Operating temperatures.

Time and date.

Driving data menus, e.g. Travel time/distance driven.

Compass display.

Charge pressure.

Output.

Torque splitter.

Navigation information.

Phone information.

Destination information.

Operating temperatures

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the following operating temperatures may be displayed:

Engine oil.

Engine coolant.

Transmission.

Compass display

If the Compass secondary display is activated, the direction in which you are currently driving is shown as a blue arrow with a

depiction of the vehicle and a compass.

Torque splitter

In the Torque splitter secondary display, the current torque for each wheel is displayed.

Navigation information

When route guidance is activated, the Navigation instruction auxiliary display shows the direction of travel as an arrow.

The submenu lists your home address and a list of your most recent destinations. Route guidance can be started with the

button ⇒ Navigation.

Phone

If the Phone secondary display is activated and a cell phone is connected via Bluetooth, the Bluetooth symbol

will be

displayed in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit display. The symbol also indicates the charge level of the mobile device.

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In the submenu, a list of the most recent phone calls is shown and you have the option to call the displayed contacts back.

Destination information

When route guidance is activated, the Destination information secondary display shows the predicted journey time and

distance from the destination in km or miles.

Some displays in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit may be hidden due to events that occur suddenly, e.g. incoming phone

calls.

Depending on the equipment, some settings and displays may also appear in the Infotainment system.

Tachometer

The start of the red area on the tachometer indicates the maximum permissible engine speed for all gears when the engine is

run in and at operating temperature.

Before reaching the red area, shift to the next highest gear, select the selector lever position D/S or take your foot off the

accelerator pedal.

NOTICE

To prevent engine damage, the tachometer indicator may only be in the red area of the scale brieﬂy. A heavy engine load,

especially when the engine is cold, can lead to engine damage.

Avoid high engine speeds, harsh acceleration and heavy engine loads when the engine is cold.

Shifting up early helps save fuel and reduce operating noises.

Fuel gauge

Digital fuel gauge

Fig. 11 In the digital instrument cluster: fuel gage (general example).

The small arrow next to the fuel pump symbol on the fuel gauge indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler flap is on.

Troubleshooting

Fuel tank almost empty

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The yellow indicator light turns on. The reserve supply (red marking ) is being used.

1. Refuel at the next opportunity.

Fuel tank cap open

The yellow indicator light turns on.

1. Close the fuel tank cap.

WARNING

If the fuel level is too low, this can result in irregular fuel supply and cause the engine to “sputter” or cut out, particularly

when traveling uphill or downhill. The steering, all driver assistance systems and brake support systems will not work if

the engine cuts out due to fuel shortage or irregular fuel supply. This may result in vehicle breakdowns while driving,

accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Check that the fuel tank is always sufﬁciently ﬁlled.

Always reﬁll the fuel when the fuel tank is only 1/4 full.

NOTICE

Irregular fuel supply can result in misﬁring and unburnt fuel entering the exhaust system.

Never drive with a completely empty fuel tank.

Engine coolant temperature display

Digital Engine Coolant Temperature Display

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the coolant temperature for engine cooling may be displayed in the Operating

temperatures secondary display.

If the red warning light

comes on, the engine coolant temperature is too high or the engine coolant level is too low

⇒ Troubleshooting.

Head-up display (HUD)

Introduction

Fig. 12 In the driver's field of vision: indicators on the head-up display (general example).

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The head-up display projects selected

information displays or warning

messages from assist systems or from

the Infotainment system in the visual

range of drivers.

Some display contents cannot be hidden, such as warning messages.

The brightness of the display reduces automatically as the ambient brightness decreases. The basic brightness is set

together with the instrument illumination ⇒ Instrument and switch illumination.

Reflections are possible due to unfavorable sunlight.

Sunglasses with polarization filters can negatively influence the readability.

The optimal readability of the head-up display depends on the position of the seat and the height adjustment of the head-

up display.

Operating the Head-Up Display

Switching the head-up display on and off

The head-up display (HUD) can be switched on and off using the vehicle settings in the Infotainment system.

Height adjustment

To individually adapt the angle of view, set the head-up display in the corresponding menu on the instrument cluster or in the

vehicle settings of the Infotainment system:

1. Setting the optimal seat position.

2. Set your preferred position and inclination of the head-up display with the function keys or the buttons on the multi-

function steering wheel.

The rotation can also be adjusted in the vehicle settings of the Infotainment system.

Settings in the Infotainment system

Additional settings for the head-up display can be adjusted in the Vehicle menu in the Infotainment system.

1. In the Vehicle menu, select the Inner view.

2. Tap the Head-up display function key.

Additional settings are available:

Setting the brightness of the head-up display.

Selection of the display contents for the head-up display, e.g. driver assist system or Infotainment system displays.

Alternative head-up display colors in poor weather conditions, e.g. snow.

Driving data menu

The driving data menu shows driving and consumption data, such as the driving duration or kilometers driven. Multiple driving

data displays are available in the auxiliary display area ⇒ Digital Instrument cluster, ⇒ Volkswagen Digital Cockpit information

displays.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, various driving data can be displayed. The displayed driving data is dependent on the

current driving style, the vehicle status, e.g. particle ﬁlter regeneration, and the current driving situation, e.g. city trafﬁc. The

driving data is determined as an average value over sections of different distances and the currently displayed value may

therefore differ from the actual average value.

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Since start memory

If the trip is interrupted for more than two hours, the memory is erased.

Since refuel memory

Display and memory of the collective driving and consumption data. The memory is erased when the vehicle is refueled.

Extended period memory

The memory stores driving statistics for up to 100 minutes of travel time or a driving distance of 9999.9 km (mi). If one of thes

maximum thresholds is met, the memory is erased. The maximum thresholds may vary depending on the version of the

instrument cluster.

Reset driving data menus

1. Press the

or

button.

2. Select the corresponding driving data menu in the conﬁguration menu with the

An arrow behind the entry in the conﬁguration menu indicates a submenu.

and

arrow buttons.

3. In the submenu, select Reset data and conﬁrm by pressing the

button.

Resetting the trip odometer

1. Tap the Vehicle function key in the Infotainment system.

2. In the Vehicle menu, tap the Status function key.

3. Tap the Distance driven function key.

4. Tap the 0.0 function key to reset the value.

WARNING

If the driver is distracted while driving, accidents and serious injuries can occur. Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit

and Infotainment system can distract you from trafﬁc.

Always drive attentively and responsibly.

Never operate the instrument cluster while driving.

Only adjust any settings in the instrument cluster or Infotainment system when the vehicle is stationary.

Service

Service menu

Depending on the equipment, settings can be applied in the service menu.

Opening the Service Menu

1. Open the Travel time/distance information proﬁle in the secondary displays.

2. Press and hold the

3. Use the and

or

button on the multi-function steering wheel for approximately six seconds.

arrow buttons to navigate the menu.

Opening the service interval status

1. Open the Service menu.

An overview of the remaining distance and days until the next inspection service or the next oil change service is shown in

the instrument cluster display.

Resetting the service interval display

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1. Open the Service menu.

2. Follow the instructions in the instrument cluster display.

Resetting the oil change service

1. Open the Reset oil change service menu.

2. Follow the instructions in the instrument cluster display.

Displaying the Engine Code (EC)

1. Open the Engine code menu.

The engine code is shown on the instrument cluster display.

Setting the time

1. Open the Time menu.

2. Set the time with the

and

arrow buttons.

Displaying copyright information

1. Open the Copyright menu to access the copyright information.

Service interval display

Displays about service events appear in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit and in the Infotainment system. There are different

versions of the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit and Infotainment system; therefore, the appearances of the displays may vary.

Service appointments at Volkswagen are divided into oil change services and inspections. The service interval display informs

the driver about the next service appointment which includes an engine oil change and about the next inspection.

The service intervals are speciﬁed for vehicles with the ﬁxed oil change service interval.

Intervals are determined individually on vehicles with the ﬂexible oil change service interval. Oil change services only need to

be performed if the vehicle requires it. The speciﬁc operating conditions and the personal driving style are also taken into

consideration. The service early warning message is ﬁrst displayed 30 days prior to the calculated oil change service due

date. The displayed remaining distance to be traveled is always rounded to 100 km (miles) and the remaining time is rounded

to whole days.

Service notiﬁcation

If an oil change service or an inspection service is due in the near future, a service notiﬁcation will be displayed when the

ignition is switched on.

The speciﬁed mileage or time is the distance or time until the next service can be completed.

Service event

When an oil change service or an inspection service is due, a chime will sound when switching on the ignition and you can

then see a wrench symbol

for a few seconds in the instrument cluster display together with one of the following displays:

Please have an inspection service performed.

Oil change service due!

Oil change service and inspection service due!

Checking a service due date

When the ignition is on, the engine is off and the vehicle is stationary, the current service due date can be checked:

1. Tap the Vehicle function key.

2. Open the Status menu and tap the Service function key to display the service information.

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The service due date can also be checked via the service menu ⇒ Service menu.

Resetting the service interval display

If the service interval display was not reset after the oil change service or inspection service, the display can be reset as

follows:

The service interval display can only be reset through the service menu ⇒ Service menu.

Do not reset the service interval display between service intervals or incorrect information will be displayed.

If the oil change service interval was manually reset, the service interval display then also switches to a ﬁxed service interval,

even on vehicles with the ﬂexible oil change service interval.

The service message disappears automatically after a few seconds when the engine is running or when the

on the multi-function steering wheel is pressed.

button

If the 12 V vehicle battery in a vehicle with the flexible oil change service interval has been disconnected for an extended

period, the time for the next oil change service cannot be calculated. Therefore, the service interval displays may show

incorrect calculations. If this is the case, follow the maximum permissible service intervals.

Displaying Vehicle identiﬁcation number

1. Tap the Vehicle function key in the Infotainment system.

2. In the Vehicle menu, tap the Status function key.

3. To display the vehicle identiﬁcation number (VIN), tap the Service function key.

The vehicle identiﬁcation number (VIN) is displayed.

Time and date

Setting the time and date in the Infotainment system

1. Tap the Settings function key ⇒ Vehicle settings menu.

2. Select the Time and date menu to set the time and date.

3. Select time source:

Automatic.

Manual.

The time and date are only displayed in the Infotainment system.

Setting the time in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit

1. Open the service menu ⇒ Service menu.

2. Open the Time menu.

3. Set the time with the

and

arrow buttons.

Exit menu

You can adjust the settings of some

functions in the exit menu before

leaving the vehicle. The exit menu will

be displayed in the Infotainment

system when you switch off the

ignition.

The entries shown depend on the vehicle equipment and may only be available under certain conditions.

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Hide

The exit menu is automatically hidden when you leave the vehicle.

1. To hide the exit menu manually, tap

.

The exit menu can be opened again by switching on the ignition and switching it off again immediately.

Settings

You can select the entries individually and arrange their order.

1. Tap

.

2. Select the entries as desired and rearrange their order if necessary.

3. Tap

again.

Vehicle settings menu

You can switch individual functions

and systems on and off and adjust

settings in the vehicle settings menu in

the Infotainment system.

General information for operation

The activated functions are highlighted in color.

Opening the Vehicle settings Menu

1. Switch the ignition on.

2. If necessary, switch on the Infotainment system.

3. Tap the Vehicle function key.

4. Depending on the equipment: Tap the Vehicle menu item and choose between the Interior and Exterior function keys.

Or: select the

menu item.

5. Open the preferred item from the submenus and set as desired.

6. To return to the home screen, tap the home button

System settings and vehicle information display

.

Depending on the version, information can be displayed or settings set in the Vehicle settings menu:

Depending on the vehicle equipment: 3D vehicle view (Interior or Exterior).

Depending on vehicle equipment: Performance monitor.

Depending on vehicle equipment: Lap timer.

Driving Data.

Vehicle status.

After starting the engine when the 12 V vehicle battery is severely drained or has been replaced or jump-started, system

settings, e.g. personal convenience settings and programming, may be adjusted or deleted. Check and correct the settings

after the 12 V vehicle battery is sufficiently recharged.

WARNING

Operating the Infotainment system can distract you from trafﬁc. If the driver is distracted, accidents and serious or fatal

injuries can occur.

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Always drive attentively and responsibly.

Adjust settings in the Infotainment system only when the vehicle is stationary.

Dynamic Road Sign Display

Introduction

The Dynamic Road Sign Display

detects standard road signs using a

camera in the interior rearview mirror

base and informs the driver of detected

speed limits and passing restrictions.

Within the system limits, the system

also displays an additional sign to

indicate special restrictions. The

system may also continue to display

the valid speed limit on roads without

signs.

The trafﬁc signs recorded by the Dynamic Road Sign Display are shown in the display of the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit.

Depending on the Infotainment system installed in the vehicle, the road signs may also be displayed there.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, a display may also appear in the head-up display (HUD).

Dynamic Road Sign Display is always active when the ignition is started.

Road sign display

Fig. 13 In the instrument cluster display: recognized speed limits (general example).

After checking and evaluating the information from the camera, the Infotainment system, and the current vehicle data, the

Dynamic Road Sign Display function displays up to two valid trafﬁc signs and a generic additional sign ﬁg. 13:

1st position: The road sign that is currently valid is shown on the left-hand side of the display, for example a speed limit of

20 mph (approx. 35 km/h).

2nd position: Another road sign can be displayed in the second position, such as a passing restriction.

Additional signs: A recognized additional sign is displayed above the applicable traffic sign. Depending on the system, a

generic additional sign is displayed instead of the actually recognized additional sign. The applicable traffic sign in

the display of the instrument cluster is supplemented by the generic additional sign.

WARNING

The Dynamic Road Sign Display is not a replacement for the driver's attention and works only within the system

limitations. This means that the Dynamic Road Sign Display cannot detect all road signs and may not react, or may react

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with a delay, or may react in a way that is not desired. Driving recommendations and road signs displayed in the Dynamic

Road Sign Display may differ from the actual trafﬁc situation. There is a risk of accidents or even death.

Observe the system limitations ⇒ Limits of the Dynamic Road Sign Display .

Always stay attentive and do not rely solely on the system. The driver is always responsible for control of the

vehicle.

Trafﬁc signs on the roads and trafﬁc regulations must always take precedence over driving recommendations and

displays from the Dynamic Road Sign Display function.

Always adapt your speed and driving style to the visibility, weather, road and trafﬁc conditions.

Limits of the Dynamic Road Sign Display

Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒

Introduction.

Error messages

No road signs available. The system is in the initialization phase.

Or: the vehicle has not detected any road signs.

Error: Dynamic Road Sign Display. System malfunction. If the malfunction persists, contact a suitably qualified

professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen

Service Facility.

Speed Alert currently not available. The speed alert from the Dynamic Road Sign Display is malfunctioning. If the

malfunction persists, contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized

Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Dynamic Road Sign Display: Clean windshield! The windshield is dirty in the area around the camera or weather

conditions are interfering with the camera view. Clean the windshield.

Dynamic Road Sign Display is currently limited. Data is not being transmitted by the Infotainment system. Check that

valid map data is loaded in the Infotainment system.

Or: the vehicle is located in an area that is not detected on the map stored in the Infotainment system.

No data available. The Dynamic Road Sign Display function is not supported in the country where the vehicle is currently

being operated.

Functional limitations

The Dynamic Road Sign Display is subject to system limitations. The following conditions may cause the Dynamic Road Sign

Display function to be limited or to not operate at all:

High ambient temperature or long exposure to direct sunlight.

Poor visibility, such as in snow.

Glare, for example from oncoming trafﬁc or the sun

High speeds

If the camera is obstructed or dirty

If road signs are outside of the camera’s visual ﬁeld

If road signs are partially or completely covered, for example by trees, snow, dirt, or other vehicles.

If road signs are not in the standard format

If there are damaged or bent road signs

If there are variable trafﬁc signs on overhead signs (variable display of road signs by LED s or other lighting).

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If there is outdated map material in the Infotainment system

If there are stickers on vehicles that indicate road signs, such speed limits on commercial vehicles

Operating the Dynamic Road Sign Display

Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒

Introduction.

Speed warning

If the Dynamic Road Sign Display function detects that a valid speed limit is being exceeded, it may warn the driver audibly or

visually with a message in the instrument cluster display.

The speed warning can be set or completely deactivated in the Infotainment system in the Assistance systems menu

⇒ Vehicle settings menu. The speed warning can be set to a value of 0 km/h (0 mph), 5 km/h (3 mph) or 10 km/h (5 mph)

above the maximum permissible speed.

Trailer mode

On vehicles with a trailer hitch installed at the factory and a trailer that is connected to the vehicle electrical system, the displa

of road signs relevant to a trailer, such as the valid speed limit and passing restrictions for vehicles with a trailer, can be

activated and deactivated in the vehicle settings in the Infotainment system ⇒ Vehicle settings menu.

For trailer mode, the display of valid speed limits can be adjusted to the model of the trailer and to the legal regulations. The

setting can be set in increments of 10 km/h (5 mph) within a range of approx. 60 km/h (35 mph) and approx. 130 km/h

(80 mph). If a speed is set that is higher than the permitted speed for driving with a trailer in the country or state where the

vehicle is being operated, the Dynamic Road Sign Display function will automatically display the legal speed limit, for example

approx. 80 km/h (50 mph) in California.

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