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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