Safety
General notes
Preparing for a journey and driving safety
Observe the following information both before and during every journey to ensure your own safety,
and the safety of all passengers and other road users →
:
✓ Check that all lights and turn signals are working properly.
✓ Check the tyre pressure and charge level (→ Tyre pressure, Introduction/General information), (→
Charging process display, Description).
✓ Check the washer fluid level (→ Washer fluid, Refilling).
✓ Make sure that you have a good, clear view through all of the windows (→ Vehicle care, exterior,
Cleaning/Care).
✓ Air intake to the electric drive must not be obstructed, and the electric drive must not be covered
by blankets or insulating materials (→ In the engine compartment, General safety).
✓ Secure any objects and luggage in the stowage compartments, the luggage compartment or on
the roof (→ Transporting items, Description).
✓ Ensure that you are able to operate the pedals freely at all times.
✓ Secure any children travelling in the vehicle in a restraint system suitable for their weight and size
(→ Child seats, Description).
✓ Adjust the front seats, head restraints and mirrors properly in accordance with the size of the
occupants (→ Sitting position, Description), (→ Mirrors, Description).
✓ Wear shoes that provide good grip for your feet when using the pedals.
✓ The floor mat in the footwell on the driver side must leave the pedal area free and must be
securely fastened.
✓ Assume a correct sitting position before setting off and maintain this position while driving. This
also applies to all passengers (→ Sitting position, Description).
✓ Fasten your seat belt correctly before setting off and keep it properly fastened throughout the
journey. This also applies to all passengers (→ Seat belts, Description).
✓ Each vehicle occupant must sit in a seat of their own and must have their own seat belt.
✓ Never drive if your driving ability is impaired, e.g. by medication, alcohol or drugs.
✓ Do not allow yourself to be distracted from the traffic, e.g. by passengers, telephone calls,
opening menus and making adjustments to settings.
✓ Always adapt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.
✓ Observe traffic regulations and speed limits.
✓ Take regular breaks when travelling long distances – at least every two hours.
✓ Secure animals in the vehicle using a system that is suitable for their weight and size.
Driving abroad
In some countries, special safety standards and regulations apply that the vehicle may not comply
with. Volkswagen recommends that you visit your Volkswagen dealership before travelling abroad to
find out about any legal requirements and the following issues at your destination:
✓ Does the vehicle need any technical modifications for driving abroad, e.g. masking or switching
the headlights over?
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