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Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System

The tire pressure monitoring system

warns the driver if tire pressures are

too low.

The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) monitors tire pressure in the four tires while driving using pressure sensors

installed on the tires.

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inﬂated to the inﬂation pressure

recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inﬂation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a

different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inﬂation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire

inﬂation pressure for those tires).

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a

low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is signiﬁcantly under-inﬂated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure

telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inﬂate them to the proper pressure. Driving

on a signiﬁcantly under-inﬂated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inﬂation also reduces fuel

efﬁciency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability.

Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correc

tire pressure, even if under-inﬂation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly

The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the

telltale will ﬂash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon

subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.

When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.

TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on

the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one

or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to

continue to function properly.

Tire pressure display in the instrument cluster

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Fig. 182 Indicator in the instrument cluster display or Infotainment system: current tire pressures (general example).

Specified pressure in psi.

Actual pressure in psi.

Loss of pressure in the left front tire.

System malfunction in the right rear tire.

1. Open the Vehicle settings menu ⇒ Vehicle settings menu.

Or: open the Vehicle status menu in the instrument cluster display.

The vehicle is shown with the actual and speciﬁed pressures for all tires ﬁg. 182.

When the ignition is switched on, the display initially shows the tire pressures that were last read by the system. When you

begin driving, the display will update. If there is low tire pressure, the actual values and the affected tires will be marked in the

display ﬁg. 182.

The sensors do not send any tire pressures when the tires are not moving. This helps to conserve the sensor batteries.

If no tire pressures are sent, the last tire pressures received will be shown in grey.

If a tire set that does not contain tire pressure sensors or whose tire pressure sensors are not compatible with the vehicle is

installed, the

indicator light will blink for about one minute and then stay on. The tire pressures will not be monitored. It is

not possible to switch the system off.

Follow the local applicable legal regulations regarding the tire pressure monitoring system.

WARNING

The tire pressure monitoring system is not a replacement for the driver's attention and works only within the system

limitations. The tire pressure monitoring system 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 tire pressure monitoring system. The driver is always

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responsible for maintaining the correct tire pressures.

Observe the system limitations⇒ Limitations of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System .

Regularly check the tire pressure when the tires are cold and always maintain the speciﬁed pressures as stated on

the tire inﬂation pressure label for the tires ﬁtted on the vehicle ⇒ Checking the tire pressure.

Check the tires regularly for signs of wear or damage and replace worn or damaged tires immediately.

Never exceed the maximum permissible speed and tire load speciﬁed for the tires ﬁtted to your vehicle.

WARNING

If you drive with insufﬁcient tire pressure, the tire could become so hot that the tread could separate, the tire could rupture,

and you could lose control of the vehicle.

Tire pressure that is too high or too low shortens the service life of the tire and affects driving behavior.

Different tire pressures or low tire pressures can increase tire wear, decrease vehicle stability, increase braking distance,

and result in tire damage, tire failure and loss of vehicle control.

This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.

Always pay attention to the warnings given by the tire pressure monitoring system. If the

warning light turns on,

stop the vehicle immediately but safely with regard for other trafﬁc and check all of the tires ⇒ Checking the tire

pressure.

The driver is responsible for maintaining the correct tire pressure. Regularly check the tire pressure when the tires

are cold and always maintain the speciﬁed pressures as stated on the tire inﬂation pressure label for the tires ﬁtted

on the vehicle ⇒ Checking the tire pressure. The tire pressure monitoring system can only function correctly when

all tires are inﬂated to the correct pressure when they are cold.

If the tire is not “ﬂat” and the tire does not need to be replaced immediately, drive slowly to the nearest authorized

Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility to have the tire pressure checked and corrected

⇒ Checking the tire pressure. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or

authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

WARNING

Excessive speeds and vehicle overloading can cause overheating, sudden tire damage (including tire blow-outs) and

separation of the tread.

This can cause accidents and fatal injuries.

Never exceed the maximum load for the tires ﬁtted ⇒ Tire labeling and tire classiﬁcations .

Never exceed the maximum permitted speed for the tires ﬁtted ⇒ Tire labeling and tire classiﬁcations .

Low tire pressure increases fuel consumption and tire wear.

New tires may expand slightly the first time they are driven at high speeds, which can trigger a tire pressure warning.

Only replace old tires with tires that have been approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle model.

Do not solely rely on the tire pressure monitoring system. Inspect the tires regularly to make sure the tire pressure is

correct and check the tires for any signs of damage, such as punctures. Remove any objects stuck in the tire tread as long

as they have not punctured the inside of the tire.

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Limitations of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Regular Maintenance

The tire pressure monitoring system is not intended to replace regular inspection and maintenance of the tires. The driver is

responsible for ensuring that the correct tire pressure is used at all times, even if the tire pressure monitoring system is not

showing a warning that the tire pressure is too low.

The tire pressure of all tires must be checked once a month when the tires are cold and must correspond to the vehicle

manufacturer's speciﬁcations on the tire inﬂation pressure label.

This also applies to the tire pressure of the spare wheel or compact spare wheel.

The recommended tire pressure of the tire sizes approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle type is indicated on the tire pressure

label ⇒ Checking the tire pressure.

Transmission Malfunction

Transmitters that operate in the same band as the tire pressure sensors can temporarily stop the system from working proper

⇒ Troubleshooting the Tire Pressure Monitoring System .

Spare wheel or compact spare wheel

The pressure of the spare wheel or compact spare wheel in the vehicle trunk is not monitored. The wheels in the luggage

compartment are in idle mode.

NOTICE

Handling the tire valves incorrectly can damage the pressure sensors and stop the tire pressure monitoring system from

working properly.

The pressure sensors are installed on special aluminum valves that are ﬁxed in place. When ﬁlling and checking

the tire pressure, do not bend the valves “into position”.

The valves and sensors can be damaged if valve caps are missing. For this reason, always make sure all valve

caps are fully tightened when driving.

Do not use metal valve caps.

Do not use “comfort valve caps”, because these do not form a seal and the sensors could be damaged.

“Convenience valve caps” are valve caps that do not need to be unscrewed to inﬂate the tires.

Adjusting the Tire Pressure Monitoring System settings

Adapting tire pressures

The tire pressure must be checked and adapted each time the vehicle load changes. The recommended tire pressure for the

vehicle is on the tire inﬂation pressure label ⇒ Checking the tire pressure.

The values read by the pressure gage when inﬂating the tires may differ from the values detected by the TPMS. The TPMS is

more accurate!

Selecting the Tire Size

When changing to a tire in a different size, it may be necessary to adapt the speciﬁed pressure of the Tire Pressure Monitoring

System to the new tires. Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility to do so.

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

If tires in a size that was not intended at the factory are installed, the speciﬁed pressure for these tires can be set by suitably

qualiﬁed professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen

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Service Facility.

Troubleshooting the Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Tire pressure low

The yellow indicator light turns on.

Message: Flat tire! The pressure of one or more tires is below 1.4 bar (20 psi/140 kPa) or there is a critical loss of tire

pressure.

1.

Stop the vehicle immediately where it is safe to do so. Only turn the steering wheel slightly and slowly, and brake

carefully.

2. Check the tires for visible damage ⇒ Troubleshooting.

3. If there is no visible damage on the tires, drive at reduced speed to the nearest gas station and check the tire pressure.

Adjust it if necessary.

4. If one of the tires is damaged, change the damaged wheel ⇒

Introduction. If necessary, contact an authorized

Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.

The yellow indicator light turns on.

Message: Tire pressures are too low. This warning indicates a critical loss of pressure in at least one tire.

1. Drive on carefully and go to the nearest gas station immediately. Only turn the steering wheel slightly and slowly, and

brake carefully.

2. Check the pressure in all tires and adjust it if necessary ⇒ Checking the tire pressure.

3. If the tires cannot maintain the tire pressure, get the tires replaced.

Or: replace the damaged wheel with a spare wheel or compact spare wheel and contact an authorized Volkswagen deale

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

authorized Volkswagen Service Facility ⇒ Wheel change.

Message: Please check the tire pressures. The warning indicates a minor loss of pressure in at least one tire.

1. Avoid driving long distances and at high speeds when the message is displayed.

2. Check the pressure in all tires and adjust it if necessary ⇒ Checking the tire pressure.

Tire pressure monitoring system malfunction

The yellow indicator light ﬂashes for approximately one minute and then stays on.

One or more tires with tire pressure monitoring sensors were installed but not detected.

1. Drive for a few minutes until the indicator light turns off.

One or more tires without tire pressure monitoring sensors were installed or a tire pressure monitoring sensor is

malfunctioning.

1. Install tires with functioning tire pressure monitoring sensors.

There is a malfunction between a sensor and the system. Because of overlap among sensors that function in the same

frequency range, the system function may be temporarily impaired.

1. Switch off or avoid using sources of interference, such as mobile devices, remote controls, or children’s toys.

There is a system malfunction.

1. Switch the ignition off and back on again. If the malfunction persists, contact a suitably qualiﬁed professional. Volkswagen

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

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Wheel change

Introduction

Only change the wheel yourself if the vehicle is parked securely, you are familiar with the safety precautions and the

necessary procedures and you have the necessary tools. Some vehicles are delivered from the factory without a vehicle jack

and lug wrench. In such cases, have the wheel changed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen

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

Facility.

If the vehicle is delivered ex works with a jack, this jack may only be used if one wheel on the vehicle has been damaged and

needs to be replaced. If both tires on one side of the vehicle, or both tires on one axle, or all tires are damaged, do not use the

jack delivered ex works. Instead, contact a suitably qualiﬁed professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized

Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

You must carry out the following steps to change a wheel.

1. Prepare the vehicle for the wheel change ⇒ Preparing Your Vehicle.

2. Depending on the vehicle and vehicle equipment, remove the subwoofer ⇒ Removing and installing the subwoofer.

3. Take out the spare wheel ⇒ Removing the spare wheel or compact spare wheel.

4. Remove the wheel hub cover or wheel bolt caps ⇒ Removing and Fitting the Wheel Bolt Caps.

5. Loosen the wheel bolts ⇒ Loosening wheel bolts.

6. Jack up the car ⇒ Raising the vehicle with the vehicle jack.

7. Remove the damaged wheel and ﬁt the spare wheel or compact spare wheel ⇒ Changing a wheel.

WARNING

It can be dangerous to change a wheel at the roadside.

If the vehicle and work area are not secured properly, serious accidents and fatal injuries may occur.

Only carry out the wheel change yourself if you are familiar with the necessary steps. Instead, seek assistance

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

contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

To reduce the risk of the vehicle moving unintentionally, park the vehicle properly at a safe distance from moving

trafﬁc ⇒ Parking.

Set the electronic parking brake.

Move all passengers, particularly children, to a safe distance away from the working area on the side facing away

from moving trafﬁc.

Switch on the emergency ﬂashers to warn other road users and set up the warning triangle.

Only jack up the vehicle on level, ﬁrm ground. Sloped or soft ground can cause the vehicle to slip off the jack. If

necessary, place a large, stable surface under the jack.

If you are on a slippery surface such as tile, place a non-slippery object such as a rubber mat on the ground to

prevent the jack from slipping.

Only use suitable and undamaged tools for wheel changes.

After changing a wheel, immediately check the tightening torque of the wheel bolts with an undamaged torque

wrench that is functioning correctly.

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