Get Parking and maneuvering Guide for Volkswagen Atlas SUV Second Generation (2024-2025)

Parking and maneuvering

Parking the vehicle

Parking

1. Press and hold the brake pedal.

2. In vehicles with an automatic transmission, move the selector lever into the P position (parking lock).

3. Set the electronic parking brake.

4. On uphill and downhill slopes, turn the steering wheel so that the vehicle will roll into a curb if it begins moving.

5. Stop the engine and switch the ignition off.

The red

indicator light in the instrument cluster display will turn on ⇒

.

6. Release the brake.

7. Exit the vehicle ⇒

. Pay attention to other road users.

8. Take all vehicle keys with you and lock the vehicle.

WARNING

Parking the vehicle incorrectly can result in the vehicle rolling, even on slight downhill slopes. Accidents and serious or

fatal injuries could result.

Before exiting the vehicle, make sure the electronic parking brake is activated and the red warning light

comes on in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit display once the ignition has been switched off.

When parking the vehicle, always follow the steps in the speciﬁed order.

WARNING

If you leave children, people requiring assistance or animals unattended in the vehicle, they may accidentally set the

vehicle in motion or be subjected to very high or low temperatures. There is a risk of accidents and serious or fatal

injuries.

Never leave children, people requiring assistance or animals unattended in the vehicle.

Parking spaces and surroundings

To avoid damage and dangerous situations, always park the vehicle in a suitable parking area ⇒

.

NOTICE

The vehicle can slip on uneven, loose, slippery or icy surfaces and may not be able to be safely held despite the

electronic parking brake being switched on. This can result in damage to the vehicle.

Always park the vehicle on level and suitable ground.

NOTICE

Vehicle components that are low to the ground, such as the bumpers, spoilers, and parts of the suspension, may collide

with objects protruding up from the ground when they are driven over. The vehicle can be damaged.

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Drive carefully over driveways, ramps, curbs and ﬁxed barriers, as well as when driving through dips.

Rear seat reminder

The function depends on the vehicle equipment.

If the ignition is switched off, a message appears in the Infotainment system to remind you not to leave behind passengers in

the rear seats ⇒

.

If a rear door was used prior to driving, a message will also be displayed in the instrument cluster and a warning tone will

sound if necessary. The warning tone can be activated and deactivated in the vehicle settings in the Infotainment system.

Rear seat reminder muted.

Electronic parking brake

The electronic parking brake secures

the parked vehicle to prevent it rolling

away. It can be used to brake the

vehicle in an emergency.

Fig. 111 In the center console: button for the electronic parking brake.

Switching on

1. When the vehicle is stationary, pull and hold the

If the electronic parking brake is switched on, the red indicator light comes on in the instrument cluster.

The yellow indicator light in the button comes on ﬁg. 111.

button for the electronic parking brake ﬁg. 111.

Switching off

1. Switch the ignition on.

2. Press the brake pedal and press the

The indicator light in the ﬁg. 111 button and the red

Automatic switch-on if you leave the vehicle incorrectly

button.

warning light in the instrument cluster will turn off.

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On vehicles with an automatic transmission, if the system detects that the vehicle has been exited improperly, it can switch on

the electronic parking brake automatically ⇒

.

WARNING

Parking the vehicle incorrectly can result in the vehicle rolling, even on slight downhill slopes. Accidents and serious or

fatal injuries could result.

When parking the vehicle, always follow the steps of the parking procedure in the speciﬁed order ⇒ Parking.

Before exiting the vehicle, make sure the electronic parking brake is activated and the red

the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit display comes on after switching off the ignition.

warning light in

Automatic switch-off when starting to drive

If a gear is engaged when the driver door is closed and the accelerator pedal is pressed, the electronic parking brake will

switch off automatically ⇒

.

WARNING

If the accelerator pedal is accidentally pressed when the electronic parking brake is activated, this may release the

electronic parking brake. The vehicle will start moving. Accidents and serious injuries could result.

Do not press the accelerator pedal when the engine is running and a gear is engaged if the vehicle is to be remain

stationary.

Starting on slopes with an increased vehicle weight

If a higher engine output is required when driving off on a slope, the electronic parking brake can be automatically deactivated

for a maximum of up to 30 seconds by pulling the

button.

This can make it easier to start driving when towing a heavy load.

1. Engage a selector lever position or gear.

2. Pull the

switch.

3. Press the accelerator pedal.

4. If there is sufﬁcient engine power, release the

The electronic parking brake is disengaged.

button.

Holding force on large gradients

If the gradient of the parking area is too large, the vehicle may not be permanently held.

The indicator light in the instrument cluster display flashes red and a message is displayed.

1. Park the vehicle in a different parking space with a lower gradient.

The vehicle is not held securely in place until the

Driving through a car wash

indicator light stays on.

If you would not like the electronic parking brake to switch on automatically, e.g. in a car wash, note the following:

1. Automatic transmission: Put the vehicle in neutral N.

Emergency braking function

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Only use the emergency braking function in an emergency, if the vehicle cannot be stopped using the brake pedal ⇒

1. Pull and hold the switch.

.

The vehicle will brake abruptly. A warning chime will also sound at the same time.

WARNING

The electronic parking brake is not designed for braking the vehicle, as doing so increases the braking distance. This

could result in accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Always use the brake pedal to brake the vehicle and never the electronic parking brake unless it is an emergency.

Noises can be heard when you switch the electronic parking brake on of off. This may also occur during an automatic

check.

Troubleshooting

Electronic parking brake malfunction

warning light comes on. A message is displayed.

The red

There is a system malfunction. The electronic parking brake is not fully closed.

Do not continue driving!

1. Switch the ignition off and back on again.

2. Pull the

button again.

If the red

parked.

warning light comes on in the instrument cluster without an additional warning light, the vehicle is safely

3. If the

warning light continues to stay on, park the vehicle on as level a surface as possible and secure it against

rolling away by engaging the parking lock P.

4. Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.

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Electronic parking brake malfunction

The yellow central warning light comes on. The

display.

symbol with a message is additionally shown in the instrument cluster

There is a system malfunction.

1. Contact a suitably qualiﬁed professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or

authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

The electronic parking brake does not switch off

The requirements for switching off the electronic parking brake are not met ⇒ Electronic parking brake.

The 12 V vehicle battery is drained ⇒ Start the engine.

Exit warning system

The exit warning system gives a

warning when opening doors if other

road users are approaching from

behind.

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How it works

Fig. 112 In the outside mirror glass: exit warning system indicator (general example).

Radar sensors behind the rear bumper cover monitor the area behind the vehicle.

If, for example, cyclists are approaching the vehicle, the yellow indicator light in the outside mirror glass blinks. A warning

signal will also sound at the same time ⇒

.

WARNING

The exit warning system is not a replacement for the driver's attention and works only within the system limitations. The

indicator may not light up or may not light up in time in response to stationary, slow-moving or rapidly approaching objects.

If you do not take care, there is a risk of accidents and serious injuries.

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

vehicle.

When opening the doors, pay attention to the vehicle environment, e.g. pedestrians and cyclists.

Requirements

Vehicle is stationary.

The function has been activated in the Infotainment system.

The exit warning system is active for about 3 minutes after the door is unlocked and opened for the ﬁrst time or the ignition ha

been switched off after driving.

1. To reactivate the function after 3 minutes, switch the ignition back on.

Switching on and off

1. Open the menu for the parking systems in the Infotainment system.

2. Tap the

function key.

3. Switch the exit warning system on or off.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the exit warning system can be activated or deactivated in the vehicle settings.

Depending on the country, the exit warning system always switches on after the ignition is switched on.

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Driving with a trailer

The exit warning system is deactivated if a trailer is connected to the electrical system. After disconnecting the trailer

connection, the exit warning system will be reactivated after an ignition cycle.

If the trailer hitch was not installed at the factory, the exit warning system must be manually deactivated.

Information about the parking systems

Safety instructions

Sensor and camera boundaries

Various sensors and cameras that detect the vehicle surroundings ultrasonically, by radar waves, and visually are located on

and in the vehicle. The various parking systems use different combinations of sensors. All sensors have technical and physica

limits ⇒

In some situations, some objects may not be detected, e.g. trailer draw bars, narrow poles, fences, posts, and trees,

extremely low or high obstacles, or trunk lids that are opening or already open ⇒

:

.

The parking system coverage areas have “blind” spots in their range where they cannot detect people and objects.

Dirt, ice, or water on the sensors and cameras may be detected as obstacles or prevent the detection of objects in some

cases. In addition to dirt and snow, soap residue or other coatings can also impair the sensor range → page , Exterior

care and cleaning.

External noises and certain surfaces on objects and clothing can affect the sensor signals. In some situations, people an

objects may not be detected or may be detected incorrectly.

Certain objects, such as small posts or grating, cannot be shown or cannot be adequately shown due to the resolution of

the screen and if there is insufﬁcient lighting.

The cameras only show two-dimensional images on the screen. Due to the lack of depth of ﬁeld, it may be difﬁcult or

impossible to identify protruding objects or recesses in the road.

WARNING

The parking systems cannot replace the driver's attention and can only operate within the limitations of the system. The

parking systems cannot detect all driving situations and may not react, or may react with a delay, or may react in a way

that is not desired. If you are careless, there is a risk of accidents, serious injuries and death.

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

vehicle.

Always keep an eye on the driving direction and the vehicle surroundings.

When parking, pay particular attention to small children, animals and objects.

Do not allow the parking system's display to distract you from the trafﬁc around you.

Bear in mind that the parking system may not react if the vehicle approaches too quickly and will not issue a

warning.

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

NOTICE

When you maneuver in a parking space without a curb, the vehicle may be damaged by obstacles.

Keep a safe distance of approx. 50 cm (around 20 in) from walls and buildings.

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Volkswagen recommends practicing with the parking systems in a location or parking space with no traffic in order to

become acquainted with the functions.

Requirements

General information

So that the sensors and cameras can detect the area surrounding the vehicle as well as possible and display this image on

the Infotainment system screen, the following requirements must be met.

The doors and trunk lid are closed.

The outside mirrors must not be folded in.

Sensors or cameras are not covered by attachments, e.g. bicycle rack systems, or license plate holders with decorative

frames. The decorative license plate holder must not protrude at the sides or bottom.

The vehicle must be on level ground.

The vehicle must not be loaded primarily in the rear or on one side.

Engine is running.

Braking assistance systems such as ESC or ASR are switched on.

The length and width of the parking space must be larger than the vehicle measurements and provide enough space to

maneuver.

If you use any other functions in the Infotainment system while you are parking, the parking function and its warning

chimes will be deactivated.

The use of parking systems, e.g. with camera assistance, may not be allowed in some countries and regions according to

legal provisions.

Automatic braking intervention

The automatic braking function of the

parking system helps to avoid

collisions once an obstacle is detected.

Parking systems with braking support

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the vehicle has parking systems with a maneuvering and/or emergency braking function

⇒

.

The automatic braking support of Park Distance Control is only possible in the rear area.

WARNING

Automatic braking support is not a replacement for the driver's attention and works only within the system limitations. In

some driving situations, the automatic braking support may be limited or may intervene in a way that is not desired or may

not engage at all. If you are careless, there is a risk of accidents, serious injuries and death.

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

vehicle.

In a hazardous situation, apply the brakes using the brake pedal before encountering an obstacle.

React quickly to parking system warnings, e.g. Park Distance Control.

When is automatic braking available?

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A parking system has been activated by the driver.

Park Distance Control: Maneuver braking is activated in the Infotainment system.

When maneuvering, the vehicle is not driving faster than approx. 10 km/h (approx. 6 mph).

What happens during an automatic braking intervention?

The vehicle brakes to a stop and is kept stationary for around two seconds.

Automatic braking by the maneuver braking function. Stop the vehicle with the brake pedal!

intervention by Rear Traffic Alert. Stop the vehicle with the brake pedal!

Automatic braking

Depending on the vehicle equipment, a message may be shown in the Infotainment system or on the instrument cluster

display.

Park Assist: The vehicle may brake if the speed is too high or in order to reduce damage.

Maneuver braking for Park Distance Control

Maneuver braking brakes only in the event of obstacles in the rear area and is automatically switched on after each time the

ignition is switched on.

Maneuver braking can be temporarily deactivated in the Park Distance Control settings in the Infotainment system.

Maneuver braking deactivated.

After a braking intervention, maneuver braking may be inactive for a short distance or may only be ready for operation after

a gear change. Drive carefully for the first few meters, e.g. in case of further obstacles in the vicinity.

Additional information

Switch the parking system off temporarily if automatic braking support happens too frequently or when undesired and

maneuver the vehicle carefully, for example when driving off-road or parking in your garage.

The parking process is canceled following Park Assist emergency braking, e.g. if an obstacle has been detected.

Following a Rear Traffic Alert emergency braking intervention, it will take approx. 10 seconds before automatic braking

support can occur again.

Troubleshooting

The parking system is functioning differently than expected

The requirements for the parking system are not met → page , Requirements.

The sensors or camera may be dirty or covered with ice → page , Exterior care and cleaning , ⇒

Sources of noise interfere with the ultrasonic signal, e.g. driving over cobblestones ⇒

.

The vehicle may be damaged in the radar sensor area, for example, due to parking barriers or an accident ⇒

There may have been changes to the paint or vehicle structure in the area where the sensors or camera are located, for

example on the front of the vehicle or the suspension ⇒

The areas detected by the sensors or camera may be blocked by accessories such as bicycle racks.

.

Fault displays

1. Note any messages in the digital instrument cluster display and in the Infotainment system.

NOTICE

If the parking system is used despite a malfunction of the sensors or cameras or a limitation of the detection ranges,

damage to the vehicle may occur.

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Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility in the event of a parking

system malfunction. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized

Volkswagen Service Facility.

Parking Function Screen Not Displayed Following Activation

The parking system has been switched on or activated, yet the display in the Infotainment system does not change to the

function-speciﬁc screen, e.g. segment display for Park Distance Control, camera display during Park Assist.

1. Switch the parking system off and on again.

2. If the screen is still not displayed, a system malfunction has occurred. Contact a suitably qualiﬁed professional.

Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Exit warning system or

Rear Trafﬁc Alert malfunction

The exit warning system or Rear Trafﬁc Alert has been deactivated. An error message is displayed.

1. Check the sensors on the vehicle for damage or dirt.

2. If the problem persists, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen

recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Park Distance Control (PDC)

Introduction

Park Distance Control assists the

driver when parking and warns if there

are obstacles.

How it works

Using ultrasonic sensors, Park Distance Control detects the distance between the vehicle and an obstacle.

The Park Distance Control warns you of a collision via colored segments on the screen of the Infotainment system and via

warning chimes ﬁg. 113, ⇒

.

If the driver does not respond to an approaching obstacle, automatic braking support may kick in → page , Automatic braking

intervention.

WARNING

The Park Distance Control is not a replacement for the driver's attention and works only within the system limitations. Park

Distance Control might not be able to detect some obstacles and may not react, may react late, or may react in a way that

is undesired. If you do not take care, there is a risk of accidents and serious injuries.

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

vehicle.

React quickly to the Park Distance Control visual warnings and chimes.

Apply the brakes using the brake pedal before encountering an obstacle.

NOTICE

The system will only provide visual and audible warnings for obstacles within the vehicle's path. The collision area has

been reached, at the latest, when the second to last segment is displayed in the Park Distance Control screen or a

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continuous warning tone sounds. There is a risk of damage to the vehicle.

Always brake the vehicle in good time before encountering an obstacle.

NOTICE

Depending on the vehicle equipment, distances to obstacles in the side areas are also displayed. Any obstacles that enter

these areas from the outside are not displayed. The vehicle may be damaged in this instance.

In order to fully scan and display the side areas, move the vehicle a few meters forwards or backwards.

Screen display

Fig. 113 Infotainment system: Display of Park Distance Control (general example).

Obstacle display.

Steering lock.

Red section of the image: nearby obstacle. The vehicle is at risk. Brake!

Yellow section of the image: obstacle in the

path of the vehicle. The vehicle is at risk. Steer around the obstacle. Grey section of the image: obstacle outside of the

vehicle's path or a malfunction in the sensor area.

warning chimes.

Maneuver braking deactivated or malfunctioning.

Mute the

Park Distance Control settings

1. Tap the

control for parking functions in the upper section of the center console.

2. Tap the

function key.

3. Select the setting, e.g. automatic activation when driving forward.

Driving with a trailer

If a trailer electrical system is connected, the rear and side sensors of the Park Distance Control are not switched on:

You are not warned about obstacles.

The maneuver braking is also deactivated automatically.

Switching Park Distance Control (PDC) on and off

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

and Safety instructions.

Switching on

1. Select the reverse gear.

Or: tap the

control in the upper section of the center console. Then tap the

function key in the Infotainment

system, if necessary.

Or: The vehicle will roll backward.

Switching off

1. Tap the

function key.

control in the upper section of the center console.

Or: tap the

Or: Engage parking lock P.

Park Distance Control also switches off when forward travel becomes faster.

Automatic activation when driving forward

The function can be activated or deactivated in the Park Distance Control settings in the Infotainment system.

Park Distance Control activates automatically in the event of an obstacle in the front area, e.g. in dense trafﬁc or when driving

into a garage.

1. To close the Park Distance Control screen, tap the

upper section of the center console.

home button in the Infotainment system or the

control in the

No automatic braking intervention takes place → page , Automatic braking intervention.

Automatic activation is available again under following conditions:

The vehicle has been accelerated to more than approx. 15 km/h (approx. 9 mph) and then the speed has fallen below thi

again.

Or: the ignition has been switched off and on again.

Or: parking lock P has been changed to a gear.

If an obstacle is detected in front of the vehicle, the Park Distance Control display appears in the Infotainment system. If

the vehicle continues to approach the obstacle, a warning chime also sounds.

Troubleshooting

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

and Safety instructions.

No sensor range or Park Distance Control malfunction

If a sensor malfunctions, the sensor area is deactivated. The symbol shows the affected sensor area in the Infotainment

system.

If Park Distance Control is malfunctioning, a continuous tone will sound for several seconds when you switch it on. If

necessary, a message will appear in the digital instrument cluster display.

Park Distance Control is switched off completely if necessary.

1. Check if one of the causes listed above is responsible → page , Troubleshooting.

2. Once the source of the issue has been resolved, switch the system on again.

3. If the problem persists, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen

recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

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Maneuver braking restricted or not available

A message is displayed.

Automatic braking occurs unexpectedly or does not occur as usual. If the function is switched off, automatic braking does not

occur.

1. Check the sensors on the vehicle for damage or dirt and clean them if necessary ⇒ Exterior care and cleaning.

2. Switch the ignition off and back on again.

3. If the problem persists, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen

recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Rear View Camera (Rear View)

Introduction

The Rear View Camera system in the

rear of the vehicle makes it easier for

the driver to see behind the vehicle and

assists when parking.

How it works

The Rear View Camera system shows the area behind the vehicle on the Infotainment system screen. Depending on the

mode and vehicle equipment, orientation lines may assist in the view toward the rear ⇒

.

WARNING

The Rear View Camera system is not a replacement for the driver's attention and works only within the system limitations.

Using the camera image to estimate the distance to people or obstacles may not be precise. If you do not take care, there

is a risk of accidents and serious injuries.

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

vehicle.

Bear in mind that camera lenses can enlarge and distort the ﬁeld of vision.

The orientation lines superimposed on the camera image are shown by the system regardless of the vehicle's

surroundings. There is no automatic obstacle detection by the camera while it is active. The driver must evaluate whether

the vehicle will fit in the parking space.

If a trailer is connected to the factory-installed trailer hitch, all orientation lines for the rear area are hidden in the camera

image.

If a camera is installed in the trunk lid, the orientation lines are also hidden if the trunk lid is open.

Switching the Rear View Camera system on and off

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

and Safety instructions.

Switching on

1. Select the reverse gear.

Or: tap the

control in the upper section of the center console. If available, then tap the

function key in the

Infotainment system.

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Switching off

1. Disengage an engaged reverse gear.

2. Tap the

or

function key in the Infotainment system.

The Rear View Camera system also switches off when forward travel becomes faster.

Parking (Rear View Camera system with parking mode selection)

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

and Safety instructions.

Screen display

Perpendicular parking: Guide lines help when parking in reverse perpendicular to the road.

Cross traffic: Depiction

of the area behind the vehicle and the areas to the side of the vehicle at a wide angle.

distance from the vehicle. Yellow lines: the vehicle's path based on the steering angle.

Boundaries. Adjust the brightness, contrast, and color.

Red line: Boundary or safety

Green horizontal lines:

Depending on the country, if the camera image on a parking system has been switched on by engaging the reverse gear, no

function keys are displayed for safety reasons. These function keys can be displayed again by tapping the function key

.

Parking mode: Parking perpendicular to the road

Fig. 114 Infotainment system: Parking perpendicular to the road.

Searching for a parking space.

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Steering toward the selected parking space.

Aligning the vehicle within the parking space.

Road surface.

Parking space.

Side boundary of the parking space.

Rear boundary of the parking space.

1. Press the

control panel for parking functions before driving past the selected parking space. Then tap the

function key in the Infotainment system, if necessary.

2. To select the parking mode, tap the

function key in the Infotainment system.

3. Position your vehicle in front of the parking space ﬁg. 114

.

4. Steer so that the yellow lines lead into the parking space. The green and yellow lines must align with the side boundary

lines ﬁg. 114

.

5. Stop when the red line reaches the rear boundary ﬁg. 114

.

Troubleshooting

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

and Safety instructions.

Malfunction of Camera Image of the Rear View Camera System

The camera image is unclear, “ﬂickering” or has been disabled.

A technical malfunction may have occurred.

1. In the event of an unclear camera image, clean the Rear View Camera system ⇒ Exterior care and cleaning.

Or: check whether the parking system has a malfunction due to external factors → page , Troubleshooting.

2. If the problem persists, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen

recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Area View

Introduction

The Area View function can display the

entire vehicle surroundings in real time.

This function helps you recognize

obstacles in good time in situations

where there might be blind spots.

How it works

The Area View displays the vehicle surroundings with the aid of multiple cameras, e.g. in the rear area, in the front of the

vehicle and in the outside mirrors ⇒

.

WARNING

Area View is not a replacement for the driver's attention and works only within the system limitations. Using the camera

image to estimate the distance to people or obstacles may not be precise. If you do not take care, there is a risk of

accidents and serious injuries.

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

vehicle.

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Bear in mind that camera lenses can enlarge and distort the ﬁeld of vision.

Switching on and off

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

and Safety instructions.

Switching on

1. Tap the

screen.

control in the upper section of the center console. Then tap the

function key on the Infotainment system

Or: Engage reverse gear.

Switching off

1. Tap the

or

function key in the Infotainment system.

control for parking functions.

Or: tap the

Changing the camera perspective

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

and Safety instructions.

Sections of the screen

Fig. 115 Infotainment system: Area View with "Perpendicular parking mode" camera image (general example).

Bird's eye view with selectable sections of the screen.

Camera image.

Screen area for the front camera image.

Screen area for the camera image of both sides of the vehicle.

Screen area for the rear camera image.

Two sections of the screen will be shown in the Infotainment system ﬁg. 115:

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1. To display the preferred camera image on the right ﬁg. 115

, tap the front, rear or side screen area on the left ﬁg. 115

.

Change screen display

In the same way as the rear view camera, Area View can display the surrounding area with various screen displays.

1. Tap the function key with the corresponding symbol on the lower edge of the screen.

Front perpendicular parking.

Guide lines help when parking forwards perpendicular to the road.

Rear perpendicular parking.

Guide lines help when parking in reverse perpendicular to the road.

Front cross traffic.

Depiction of the area in front of the vehicle with a wide angle.

Rear cross traffic.

Depiction of the area behind the vehicle with a wide angle.

Other screen displays

Red line: Boundary or safety distance from the vehicle.

Yellow lines: the vehicle's path based on the steering angle.

Green horizontal lines: Boundaries.

Adjust the brightness, contrast, and color.

Troubleshooting

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

and Safety instructions.

Take note of the information regarding troubleshooting for the Rear View Camera system → page , Troubleshooting.

Park Assist

Introduction

Park Assist displays a suitable parking

space and assists the driver when

parking and leaving the parking space.

How it works

Park Assist is an extension of Park Distance Control.

Park Assist steers the vehicle into a parking space while the driver operates the accelerator pedal and the brake and, when

prompted, changes the selector lever position or gear ⇒

.

Available functions

Displaying suitable parking spaces in the Infotainment system.

Change the parking space selection in the Infotainment system.

Driving into a suitable parallel parking space or parking bay.

Driving out of a suitable parallel parking space.

The driver should continuously monitor the area surrounding the vehicle ⇒

. Automatic braking support may intervene if

there are obstacles in the vehicle's path or in dangerous situations → page , Automatic braking intervention.

If the driver accelerates too much during the parking process, automatic braking support may occur. The parking process

can then be resumed.

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The speed when driving past the parking space should be as follows: for parking spaces parallel to the road, maximum

approx. 40 km/h (approx. 25 mph), and for parking spaces across the road, maximum approx. 20 km/h (approx. 12 mph).

The distance when driving past the parking space should be between approx 0.5 m (approx 1.6 ft) and approx. 2 m

(approx. 6.5 ft).

Driving with a trailer

Park Assist cannot be activated if a trailer is connected to the electrical system.

If the trailer hitch was not installed at the factory, Park Assist must be manually deactivated.

WARNING

Park Assist is not a replacement for the driver's attention and works only within the system limitations. Park Assist cannot

detect all driving situations and may not react, may react with a delay, or may react in a way that is not desired. If you are

careless, there is a risk of accidents, serious injuries and death.

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

vehicle.

In a hazardous situation, apply the brakes using the brake pedal.

WARNING

If you use another function in the Infotainment system when maneuvering with the parking system, all active parking

functions will switch off, including the warning chimes. You will no longer be warned about a collision or receive

intervention. Accidents and serious or fatal injuries could result.

Do not use any other functions in the Infotainment system while maneuvering.

NOTICE

Park Assist orients itself to parked vehicles, curbs, or other objects. If there are obstacles on the ground, low-down vehicle

components such as tires and wheel rims may be damaged.

Watch out for obstacles on the ground when parking.

Brake and stop the parking process if necessary.

NOTICE

Aftermarket accessories mounted on the vehicle, such as bicycle racks, can interfere with the Park Assist functionality

and can cause damage.

Do not use Park Assist if there are attachments ﬁtted on the vehicle.

Searching for parking spaces

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

and Safety instructions.

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Fig. 116 Infotainment system: selecting a parking space (general example).

Number of parking spaces.

Available parking mode.

Selected preferred parking space (blue vehicle).

Symbol

: load new parking space selection.

Available parking mode

The following parking modes are displayed with the parking spaces arranged horizontally or vertically in the Infotainment

system:

Cross parking driving forward.

Cross parking in reverse.

Parallel parking in reverse.

Searching for parking spaces

1. Tap the

control in the upper section of the center console.

2. While paying attention to trafﬁc around your vehicle, drive slowly past a row of parked vehicles.

Park Assist will automatically look for possible parking spaces.

The number of detected parking spaces is displayed on the

function key ﬁg. 116.

3. Park Assist Plus selects a preferred parking space and displays a blue vehicle graphic ﬁg. 116.

4. Come to a complete stop and press and hold the brake pedal.

Changing parking spaces

If multiple parking spaces have been detected along the road, you can switch to another parking space.

1. Tap the desired parking space on the Infotainment system screen ﬁg. 116.

A new preferred parking space (blue vehicle) is displayed.

Changing the parking view

If a new selection of parking spaces can be loaded, the

1. Tap the symbol.

symbol will be displayed ﬁg. 116.

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A new parking view with other parking modes is displayed.

Park Assist can be activated subsequently. If you drive past a suitable parking space and then drive into the parking

space, this will be indicated afterwards.

If Park Assist is not activated, detected parking spaces fig. 116 are shown in the Park Distance Control screen display, if

necessary.

Driving into parking spaces

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

and Safety instructions.

Fig. 117 In the digital instrument cluster display: drive into a parking space parallel to the road (general example).

Search for a parking space.

Driving into a parking space.

Maneuvering into a parking space.

Prompt to drive forward.

Your vehicle.

Detected parking space.

Request to brake.

Progress bar (relative distance remaining).

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Request to drive backwards (with driving direction arrow).

Fig. 118 In the digital instrument cluster display: prompt for changing driving direction (general example).

Driving forwards.

Driving backwards.

Requirements

Park Assist has been activated.

A parking space has been found and selected.

The vehicle is in the starting position and its path is highlighted in blue in the Infotainment system.

Driving into parking spaces

1. Stop the vehicle with the brake.

2. Tap

in the Infotainment system.

Or: When driving in reverse into a parking space, engage the reverse gear R.

3. Release the steering wheel.

4. Release the brake.

5. Pay attention to the messages and indicators in the digital instrument cluster display.

6. Accelerate carefully.

7. If a chime sounds, the

vehicle.

indicator turns on or a message appears in the digital instrument cluster display, brake the

8. If a change of driving direction is shown in the digital instrument cluster, change gear accordingly ﬁg. 118. Follow the tex

messages.

9. At the end of a parking maneuver, always wait until Park Assist has completed all rotational movements of the steering

wheel in order to achieve an optimum parking result ⇒

.

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10. Carry out several parking maneuvers if necessary.

When the process of driving into a parking space is ﬁnished, a message appears in the digital instrument cluster display.

11. Park the vehicle ⇒ Parking.

WARNING

During maneuvering, the steering wheel turns quickly. Interfering with the steering wheel can result in serious injury.

Do not take over the steering until the system prompts you to do so.

Take over the steering in dangerous situations.

Assistance during a parking attempt

Fig. 119 Infotainment system: taking over the parking process from the driver.

Vehicle “during” a parking attempt.

In difﬁcult parking situations where an “attempt” at parking has already been made, Park Assist can take over the parking

process and guide the vehicle into the parking space ﬁg. 119.

Requirements

Park Assist is not activated.

It is driven forwards or backwards into a parking space ("parked").

Reversing into a parking space

1. Stop the vehicle with the brake pedal.

In the Infotainment system, the

2. To switch to Park Assist, tap

function key indicates a detected parking space.

.

3. Tap

to start the process of driving into a parking space.

Or: Engage reverse gear.

4. Release the steering wheel.

5. Release the brake and follow all the actions for parking as described from item 5.

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Driving Forward into a Parking Space

1. Stop the vehicle with the brake pedal.

2. Tap the

3. Tap

control for the parking menu.

to start the process of driving into a parking space.

Or: Engage reverse gear.

4. Release the steering wheel.

5. Release the brake and follow all the actions for parking as described from item 5.

If you stop a reverse parking process and reactivate Park Assist, the parking process can be started again.

The lane shown on the Infotainment system during a parking process is a general example. It does not correspond to the

actual parking process with Park Assist.

Exiting a parking space

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

and Safety instructions.

Fig. 120 Infotainment system: exiting procedure (general example).

Vehicle in the parking space.

1. Start the engine.

2. Press and hold the brake pedal.

3. Activate Park Assist.

4. Activate the turn signal for the side of the road where the vehicle should drive out of the parking space.

5. Tap

on the Infotainment system screen.

Or: Engage reverse gear.

The parking maneuver to exit the space starts.

6. Release the steering wheel.

7. Release the brake.

8. Pay attention to the messages in the digital instrument cluster display.

9. If a chime sounds, the

indicator lights up, or a prompt to drive forward appears in the digital instrument cluster display

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brake the vehicle.

Park Assist Plus fully guides the vehicle onto the road ⇒

.

A chime and a message from the Infotainment system signal that you have exited the parking space.

10. Resume control of the vehicle.

WARNING

When you maneuver out of a parking space, there is a danger of pulling into moving trafﬁc. Accidents and serious or fatal

injuries may occur.

Only drive the vehicle out of the parking space when the trafﬁc situation allows it.

The lane shown on the Infotainment system during a parking process is a general example. It does not correspond to the

actual parking process with Park Assist.

Troubleshooting

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

and Safety instructions.

Park Assist is canceled automatically

Park Assist will end the parking process if one of the following situations occurs:

is pressed.

The driver takes over steering.

The driver’s door is opened.

The time limit or number of movements for the parking process is exceeded.

ASR is switched off or it engages.

There is a system malfunction.

1. Restart the parking process.

Park Assist is active and supports steering movements when the vehicle is stationary

If Park Assist attempts to turn the steering while the vehicle is stationary, the white

cluster display.

symbol appears in the digital instrume

1. Press the brake pedal.

After a wheel change, Park Assist parks inaccurately

If, after a wheel change, Park Assist parks inaccurately, e.g. with an increased or reduced distance from the curb, the system

may have to reacquire the wheel sizes.

1. Drive the vehicle over a longer distance, including around bends.

The Park Assist system automatically learns the new wheel sizes.

Rear Trafﬁc Alert

The Rear Traffic Alert monitors the

cross traffic behind the vehicle when

reversing out of a space or

maneuvering.

How it works

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Fig. 121 Monitored area around the vehicle that is exiting a parking space (general example).

Radar sensors behind the cover of the rear bumper monitor the rear and side areas of the vehicle.

In the event of approaching, moving objects, the driver is warned of the obstacle ﬁg. 121, ⇒

. A warning signal sounds

and, depending on the vehicle equipment, a colored display of the obstacle area is shown in the Infotainment system ﬁg. 122

or a warning light with a message is displayed in the instrument cluster.

Obstacle detected.

If the driver does not respond, automatic braking support may kick in → page , Automatic braking intervention.

WARNING

Rear Trafﬁc Alert is not a replacement for the driver's attention and works only within the system limitations. All

approaching objects, e.g. pedestrians or objects approaching quickly, may not be detected. If you are careless, there is a

risk of accidents, serious injuries and death.

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

vehicle.

Pay attention to the trafﬁc situation and the vehicle environment when leaving a parking space.

React quickly to the visual warnings and warning chimes of the Rear Trafﬁc Alert system.

Switching on and off

1. Press the

Or: tap the

Tap the

button on the steering wheel to select the function in the instrument cluster.

control in the upper section of the center console.

function key in the Infotainment system.

2. Switch the Rear Trafﬁc Alert on or off.

Screen display

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Fig. 122 Infotainment system: Rear Traffic Alert display (depending on the vehicle equipment).

Red section of the image: nearby obstacle. The vehicle is at risk. Reverse out of the space carefully and brake if

necessary.

Yellow section of the image: other road users in the vicinity of the vehicle.

Driving with a trailer

Rear Trafﬁc Alert cannot be activated if a trailer is connected to the electrical system. After disconnecting the trailer

connection, Rear Trafﬁc Alert will be reactivated after an ignition cycle.

If the trailer hitch was not installed at the factory, Rear Trafﬁc Alert must be manually deactivated.

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Parking and maneuvering for Your Volkswagen Atlas SUV Second Generation (2024-2025)

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