Some electronic components and control units are equipped with a component protection feature, for
example, the radio or navigation system.
Component protection is a protective feature that helps to:
ꢀ Prevent any factory-installed parts from functioning fully if they are installed into other vehicles (for
example, after theft),
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Prevent full function of components outside of the vehicle,
Allow legitimate installation or exchange of parts and control units by a professional should they
require service.
Where
What appears
Possible solution
The instrument cluster SAFE CP
display
See an authorized Volkswagen dealer
or an authorized Volkswagen Service
Facility for assistance.
Radio or navigation
system display
Component theft
protection: the
Infotainment system is
not fully available at
present. Please switch on
the ignition.
Switch on the ignition.
If this does not deactivate component
protection, see an authorized
Volkswagen dealer or an authorized
Volkswagen Service Facility for
assistance.
Volkswagen service information
ꢀ Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
Volkswagen service information is published as soon as possible after model introduction.
To order service information contact:
Volkswagen Technical Literature Ordering Center
WARNING
Improperly performed repairs and modifications can cause vehicle damage and malfunctions,
and can impair the efficiency of driver assistance systems and the airbag system. This can
lead to accidents and severe personal injuries.
ꢀ Have repairs and vehicle modifications performed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or
an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
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