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Practical equipment

Storage compartments

Introduction

WARNING

Loose objects can be thrown around the inside of the vehicleduring sudden driving or braking maneuvers. This can cause

a loss of vehicle control, and can cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Store objects in only closed storage compartments.

Always keep the storage compartments closed while driving.

Do not place mobile devices or similar objects in the rear center armrest storage system while driving.

Only hang lightweight clothing, up to a maximum of 2.5 kg (approximately 5.5 lbs), from the coat hooks in the

vehicle.

Never leave heavy, hard or sharp objects in clothing pockets.

WARNING

Incorrect usage of the cup holders can cause injuries. While driving, during a sudden braking maneuver or in the event of

an accident, objects in the cup holder may be thrown around and hot drinks may be spilled. This can cause serious

injuries and serious burns.

Only stow soft, break-resistant, closed vessels in the cup holder.

Integrated storage systems of the rear center armrest must always be used in the locked end positions.

Do not place hot beverages in the cup holders.

Take care that only suitably sized drinks are stored in the cup holder. Drinks must always be steady and secure in

the cup holder.

WARNING

If the glove compartment is open while you are driving, objects may be ﬂung into the vehicle interior. This can cause a loss

of vehicle control, and can cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Always keep the glove compartment closed while driving.

WARNING

Lighters in the vehicle can become damaged or ignite unintentionally, for example due to high surface temperatures. This

can cause severe burns and vehicle damage.

Before closing compartments or storage areas, always make sure that there are no cigarette lighters near the

sections that will be closing.

Never place lighters in compartments, in storage areas, or on other surfaces in the vehicle.

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WARNING

Closed beverage bottles can explode from heat and burst from frost in the vehicle and cause serious injuries.

Never leave closed beverage bottles in an extremely hot or extremely cold vehicle.

NOTICE

Objects stored in the vehicle may be damaged by strong sunlight or the effects of heat or cold or cause damage to the

vehicle.

Never leave any objects, groceries, or medications that are sensitive to temperature in the vehicle interior.

Bear in mind that objects made from transparent materials, e.g. transparent suction cups on door windows, can

concentrate sunlight.

NOTICE

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the rear center armrest may have a storage system. Folding in the rear center

armrest with the storage system open can damage the cup holder.

Before folding in the rear center armrest, make sure that objects have been removed and that integrated storage

systems are closed or folded in.

Cup Holder in the Rear Center Armrest

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

and Introduction.

Fig. 123 In the backrest of the center seat: folding rear center armrest (general example).

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Fig. 124 In the rear center armrest: cup holder (general example).

There is a cup holder in the rear center armrest.

To fold forward: pull the center armrest in the direction of the arrow with the loop ﬁg. 123.

To fold back: fold the center armrest upward in the opposite direction to the arrow and press it all the way toward the sea

backrest ﬁg. 123.

Passengers must not sit in the center rear seat when the center armrest is folded down.

Sockets

Introduction

Electrical devices can be connected to the sockets in the vehicle.

The 12 V socket only works when the ignition is switched on.

WARNING

Using sockets and connected electrical devices incorrectly can cause ﬁres and serious or fatal injuries.

If the electrical devices become too warm, turn off the devices immediately and disconnect them.

Be aware that sockets and devices connected to them may still be used, e.g. by children in the vehicle, when the

ignition is switched off.

NOTICE

Electrical devices that are unsuitable, not permitted, or connected incorrectly may cause damage to the vehicle or

electronics.

Never connect electrical devices that provide power, such as solar panels or battery chargers, to the 12 V socket in

order to charge the 12 V vehicle battery.

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Only use electrical devices that have been tested for compliance with the applicable directives for electromagnetic

compatibility.

Do not use any malfunctioning devices.

To reduce the risk of damage from voltage ﬂuctuations, turn electrical devices off before switching the ignition on or

off and before starting the engine.

Refer to the operating instructions for the electrical devices.

NOTICE

The vehicle electrical system can be damaged when the maximum load is exceeded.

Never connect electrical devices that draw more than the speciﬁed load of a 12 V socket.

The 12 V vehicle battery will drain if the ignition and electrical devices are switched on while the engine is switched off.

Unshielded devices can cause malfunctions in the radio, the Infotainment system and in the vehicle electronics, depending

on the vehicle equipment.

Sockets in the vehicle

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

and Introduction.

Do not exceed the maximum power of the sockets. The power draw of the external devices is indicated on their identiﬁcation

labels.

12 V socket

Fig. 125 In the lower part of the center console, at the rear of the center console or on the left-hand side of the luggage

compartment: Hinged 12-volt socket (general example).

The total continuous output of all 12 V sockets in the vehicle is 120 W ⇒

Introduction.

The maximum power of a 12 V socket in the vehicle with the engine running totals 180 W.

NOTICE

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Using 12 V sockets for too long at maximum power can cause the fuse to blow.

Never use 12 V sockets at their maximum power for longer than 10 minutes.

Only ever use a single 12 V socket at maximum power.

NOTICE

When using two or more 12 V sockets at the same time, the total power draw of the connected electrical accessories must

not exceed 190 W. This can cause the fuse to blow.

Only ever use a single 12 V socket at maximum power.

115 V socket

Fig. 126 In the center console at the rear: 115 V socket (depending on the vehicle equipment).

The maximum power is 150 W (peak power: 300 W).

The socket is activated automatically if you plug in a connector while the engine is running. If enough power is available, you

may be able to use the socket, even if you have switched off the engine ⇒

.

Connecting an electrical device

1. To unlock the integrated child safety lock, press and hold the cover on the right edge if necessary.

2. Insert the connector all the way into the socket.

Temperature cut-off

The inverter of the 115 V socket automatically shuts down when a certain temperature is exceeded. The cut-off prevents

overheating due to devices that are connected drawing excessive power and overheating due to high ambient temperatures.

You will not be able to use the 115-volt socket again until it has cooled down.

In order to use the 115-volt socket again once it has cooled down, if a device is connected you must remove the connector

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connecting it to the socket and then plug it back in again. This prevents electronic devices from inadvertently being switched

back on.

DANGER

Contact with high voltage in the electrical system, e.g. sockets, may cause electric shocks, serious burns, and fatal

injuries.

Do not spill any liquids on the socket.

Do not insert any adapters or extension cables into the 115-volt socket with earthing contact.

Do not insert any conductive items (e.g. a screwdriver) into the contacts of the 115-volt socket with earthing

contact.

NOTICE

The sockets on the vehicle can be damaged by improper operation. This may result in damage to the electronics and the

vehicle.

Only connect devices to the socket if the voltage of these devices matches the socket voltage.

Do not suspend excessively heavy devices or connectors (e.g. power supply units) directly from the socket.

If electrical equipment with a high starting current is prevented from being switched on, the integrated overcurrent

shutdown may be the cause. In this case, disconnect the power supply unit from the electrical device and reconnect it after

about 10 seconds.

With some devices, the functionality of the 115-volt socket may be impaired due to the relatively low power (wattage).

Charging Options for Mobile Devices

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

and Introduction.

You can charge mobile devices in the

vehicle either wirelessly or by using the

built-in USB-C connectors.

Charging with USB-C Connectors

The vehicle may contain the following USB-C ports:

Symbol for a USB port for data transmission and charging.

Available Charging Power

Symbol for a USB port for charging only.

Voltages up to 20 V are provided via the USB port, which enables up to 45 W charging power.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the following charging proﬁles may be supported by the USB ports:

Legacy charging (2.5 W).

BC1.2 (7.5 W).

USB-C charging (15 W).

USB power delivery (up to 45 W).

The actual charging power of the connected device depends on the following aspects:

Supported charging proﬁles.

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Device charge level.

Device temperature.

Charging cable used.

For double USB ports, the charging power can be split between both ports.

Wireless charging function

Fig. 127 In the center console: liner pad for wireless charging function (general example).

The wireless charging function depends on the vehicle equipment and is not available in all countries.

Wireless charging enables wireless energy transfer through electromagnetic induction over a short distance for cell phones

that are Qi-certiﬁed.

The liner pad with a rear shelf for the wireless charging function is located in the area of the center console and is designed fo

only one Qi-certiﬁed cell phone at a time ﬁg. 127.

On some vehicles, the liner pad has a telephone symbol indicating the center position ﬁg. 127.

The charging capacity is 15 W.

If the vehicle interior is cooled by the air conditioner, cool air is directed into the storage compartment, depending on the

vehicle equipment.

Qi Standard

The Qi standard enables wireless charging of suitable Qi-certiﬁed cell phones. To ﬁnd out whether a cell phone supports the Q

standard, see the cell phone operating instructions. An overview of Qi-certiﬁed cell phones can be viewed under the following

external link of the Wireless Power Consortium, Inc:

Volkswagen AG assumes no liability for the completeness and accuracy of this list. The manufacturer of the cell phone may

provide additional information regarding compatibility.

Cell phones that are not Qi-certiﬁed may be subject to limitations with regard to wireless charging.

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The Qi symbol

is displayed in the Infotainment system to indicate the status of wireless charging.

Wireless Cell Phone Charging

Requirements

The optimum operating temperature in the vehicle for wireless charging is between -40 °C and +35 °C.

A suitable cell phone that is no larger than the designated rear shelf and is Qi-certiﬁed.

1. Remove any foreign objects from the storage compartment prior to charging ⇒

.

2. Remove the protective case of the cell phone and any other foreign objects (if present), then place the cell phone ﬂat

against the rear shelf with the display facing upward.

The charging process starts automatically.

3. Refer to the operating instructions for the cell phone.

The Infotainment system informs you when the charging process is starting and, if applicable, if there are any foreign objects

with metal components in the storage compartment.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the charging function can be deactivated manually in the Infotainment system.

If the ambient temperature in the vehicle is outside the temperature range from -40 °C to +35 °C, the charging process

may be interrupted or the charging duration extended.Wireless charging will start working normally again as soon as the

ambient temperature in the vehicle is back within the temperature range.

Meaning of the Qi symbols

The white Qi symbol indicates that the cell phone is charging.

possible.

The red Qi symbol indicates that wireless charging is not

Depending on the vehicle equipment, tap the Qi symbol for an explanation of the status and, if necessary, to switch on wireles

charging.

Storage compartment cover

The storage compartment for the wireless charging function may have a cover for the cell phone display.

The cover can prevent you from being distracted by the cell phone, e.g. by incoming notiﬁcations.

1. Place the cell phone in the storage compartment.

2. Keep the cover closed while driving so that the cell phone display is completely covered ⇒

.

WARNING

Notiﬁcations on the cell phone display may distract the driver. This can result in accidents and serious injury or death.

Make sure that no objects interfere with the closing function of the cover.

If the rear shelf includes a cover, always keep the cover closed while driving.

WARNING

Metal objects on the shelf can become very hot. This may cause burns or ﬁres.

Do not place metal objects or objects with metal components on the wireless charging shelf.

Remove any foreign objects immediately.

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NOTICE

If cards or other objects with magnetic strips or with chips are placed on the rear shelf for wireless charging, the data

stored on these may be damaged.

Do not place any ID cards, debit cards or credit cards with magnetic strips or chips on the wireless charging shelf.

The cell phone can become hot during cordless charging. Keep the vents clean as they improve the air supply around the

cell phone fig. 127.

Troubleshooting

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

and Introduction.

Cell phone is not Charging

A message regarding a foreign object in the storage compartment may be displayed in the Infotainment system.

If the cell phone is in an unfavorable position on the liner mat, this can impair the charging function. This can be caused by

changes in position – even small shifts that may occur as a result of vibrations, for example.

The position of the cell phone must be corrected in order to restore correct charging function.

1. Align the cell phone centrally on the charging surface.

The charging function can also be impaired by metallic parts – in particular, magnetic parts of a cell phone or its protective

case.

1. Rotate the mobile phone approx. 180° with the display still facing upward on the charging surface.

If cards or other objects with magnetic strips or with chips are placed on the liner pad for wireless charging, the data saved on

these may be damaged.

Depending on the model, an error message with the red Qi symbol can be displayed in the Infotainment system. In these

conditions, it is not possible to use the cordless charging function.

1. Remove IDs, bank cards and credit cards with magnetic strips or with a chip from the liner pad. The error message is

automatically closed.

You can then charge the cell phone again with the wireless charging function.

If the cell phone on the liner pad becomes too hot, it may switch off for safety reasons. In these conditions, it is not possible

to use the cordless charging function.

1. Take the cell phone off the liner pad and allow it to cool in another storage compartment. You can then charge it again wit

the wireless charging function.

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