Get Driver information Guide for Volkswagen Jetta 4 Door Seventh Generation (2019-2025)

Driver information

Symbols in the instrument cluster

The warning and indicator lights can turn on individually or in combination with each other and indicate warnings, malfunctions

and certain functions. Some warning and indicator lights come on when you switch the ignition on and must turn off after som

time.

Information on other indicator lights, e.g. in switches or on control panels, can be found in the corresponding chapters.

WARNING

Failure to respond to illuminated warning lights and messages may result in a vehicle breakdown, accidents and serious

injuries or death.

Never ignore illuminated warning lights and messages.

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

Due to continuous vehicle development, the warning and indicator lights listed here may differ from those in the vehicle

after an update.

Do not continue driving!

Central warning light ⇒ Priority 1 warning message

Fastening the safety belt ⇒ Fasten seat belts reminder and seat belt safety indicator

Electronic parking brake is switched on ⇒ Electronic parking brake

Electronic parking brake holding force is too low ⇒ Electronic parking brake

button for the electronic parking brake faulty ⇒ electronic parking brake button malfunction

Do not continue driving!

Brake system malfunction ⇒ Brake system malfunction, ⇒ Electronic parking brake malfunction

Do not continue driving!

Brake ﬂuid level too low ⇒ Brake ﬂuid level

Take over steering and be ready to brake. ⇒

Introduction

Do not continue driving!

Oil level too low ⇒ Engine oil level very low

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Do not continue driving!

Oil pressure too low ⇒ Engine oil pressure too low

Do not continue driving!

Coolant system has malfunctioned ⇒ Coolant

Do not continue driving!

Steering malfunction ⇒ Steering malfunction

Rear Traffic Alert has detected an obstacle to the rear ⇒ Rear Traffic Alert

Do not continue driving!

12 V power supply has malfunctioned ⇒ 12-volt power supply

Collision warning ⇒ Warning levels and braking support

Take over the steering immediately ⇒ Take over the steering immediately

Emergency Assist is taking control, adaptive lane guidance active ⇒ Driving with Emergency Assist

Emergency Assist is taking control, adaptive lane guidance inactive ⇒ Driving with Emergency Assist

Do not continue driving!

Transmission overheating ⇒ Transmission overheating

Central warning lamp ⇒ Priority 2 warning message

Airbag or Safety Belt Pretensioner with Diagnostic Device Switched off ⇒ Airbag System or Safety Belt

Pretensioner deactivated with Diagnostic Device

Airbag or Safety Belt Pretensioner Malfunction ⇒ Airbag System or Safety Belt Pretensioner Malfunction

Indicator light for front passenger's front airbag malfunction ⇒ Indicator light for front passenger's front airbag

malfunction

Front passenger's front airbag switched off ⇒ Front passenger's front airbag switched off , ⇒ Front

passenger's front airbag switched off

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Front passenger's front airbag enabled ⇒ Front passenger's front airbag enabled

Emergency Call Service limited ⇒ Emergency Call Service limited

Emergency Call Service faulty ⇒ Emergency Call Service malfunction

Comes on: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction ⇒ ESC malfunction

Blinking: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or anti-slip regulation (ASR) is active ⇒ Electronic Stability Control

(ESC)

ESC Sport switched on ⇒ ESC Sport

Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR) switched off ⇒ ASR

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) malfunction ⇒ ABS failure or malfunction

Engine oil system malfunction ⇒ Engine oil system malfunction

Engine oil level too low ⇒ Engine oil level too low

Engine oil level too high ⇒ Engine oil level too high

Engine oil system malfunction ⇒ Engine oil system malfunction

Fuel tank almost empty ⇒ Fuel tank almost empty

Semi-automated driving assistance (Travel Assist) not available ⇒ Comfort drive Travel Assist is not available

or is not working as expected

Tank cap not closed ⇒ Fuel tank cap open

Exterior lighting malfunction ⇒ Exterior lighting malfunction

Rain/light sensor malfunction ⇒ Rain/light sensor malfunction, ⇒ Rain/light sensor malfunction

Windshield wiper malfunction ⇒ Windshield wiper malfunction

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Washer fluid level too low ⇒ Washer fluid level too low

Steering malfunction ⇒ Steering malfunction

Tire pressure low ⇒ Tire pressure low

Tire pressure monitoring system malfunction ⇒ Tire pressure monitoring system malfunction

No or restricted sensor range of the driver assistance systems ⇒ No forward sensor range or limited forward

sensor range

Autonomous Emergency Braking (Front Assist) not available ⇒ Autonomous Emergency Braking

Autonomous Emergency Braking (Front Assist) switched off ⇒ Using Front Assist

Lane Keeping System (Lane Assist) switched off ⇒ Driving with Lane Assist

Cruise control system malfunction ⇒ Cruise control system malfunction

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) not available ⇒ ACC is not available

Semi-automated vehicle assistance in a medical emergency (Emergency Assist) not available ⇒ Semi-

automated vehicle assistance in a medical emergency

Lane Assist not available ⇒ Lane Assist not available

Lane Assist regulating ⇒ Driving with Lane Assist

Blind Spot Monitor active ⇒ “Blind Spot” Monitor malfunction

Rear Traffic Alert brakes ⇒ Automatic braking intervention

Engine management malfunction ⇒ Engine control malfunction

Exhaust system malfunction ⇒ Exhaust-related malfunction

Particulate filter clogged with soot ⇒ Particulate filter clogged with soot

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Engine speed limited ⇒ Engine speed limited

12-volt power supply malfunction ⇒ 12-volt power supply

Transmission malfunction ⇒ Clutch “slips”

Transmission overheating ⇒ Transmission overheating

Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) malfunction ⇒ Adaptive chassis control malfunction

Vehicle key not in the vehicle ⇒ Valid vehicle key cannot be detected

Press the brake pedal. ⇒ The engine is not starting, ⇒ Driving is restricted by the selector lever lock

Turn signal ⇒ Turn signal indicator light

Cruise control switched on, regulation active ⇒

Introduction

Lane Keeping System (Lane Assist) ready to take control ⇒ Driving with Lane Assist

Semi-automated driving assistance (Travel Assist) active ⇒

Introduction

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) regulates, no vehicle driving ahead is detected ⇒ Switching ACC on and off

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) regulates, vehicle driving ahead is detected ⇒ Switching ACC on and off

Main beam or headlight flasher ⇒ Switching the high beam headlights on and off

High beam control (Light Assist) switched on ⇒ Switching on high beam control

Cruise control switched on, regulation not active ⇒

Introduction

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is not regulating; a vehicle is detected driving ahead ⇒ Switching ACC on and

off

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is not regulating; no vehicle is detected driving ahead ⇒ Switching ACC on and

off

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Lane Keeping System (Lane Assist) not ready to take control ⇒ Driving with Lane Assist

Semi-automated driving assistance (Travel Assist) inactive, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) active, adaptive lane

guidance passive ⇒

Introduction

Semi-automated driving assistance (Travel Assist) deactivated ⇒

Introduction

Outside temperature is below +4 °C (+39 °F) ⇒ Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro Information Displays,

⇒ Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic Information Displays

Start/Stop system active ⇒ Start-stop system

Start/Stop system not available ⇒ Start-stop system

Service due ⇒ Service interval display

High beam control (Light Assist) active ⇒ High beam assistance (Light Assist)

Take over the steering ⇒ Take over the steering

Autonomous Emergency Braking (Front Assist) starts ⇒ Autonomous Emergency Braking starts

Distance warning ⇒ Warning levels and braking support

Eco driving mode ⇒ Driving mode properties

Comfort driving mode ⇒ Driving mode properties

Normal driving mode ⇒ Driving mode properties

Sport driving mode ⇒ Driving mode properties

Individual driving mode ⇒ Driving mode properties

Mobile phone battery charge level ⇒ Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro Information Displays, ⇒ Volkswagen

Digital Cockpit Basic Information Displays

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Note about information in the Owner's Manual ⇒ Note about information in the Owner's Manual

Rear seat information muted ⇒ Parking

Mobile phone connected via Bluetooth® ⇒ Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro Information Displays,

⇒ Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic Information Displays

Warning and information texts

The status of some functions inside the vehicle and vehicle components are checked when the ignition is switched on or while

driving. Malfunctions are indicated by red and yellow warning symbols in the instrument cluster display and may also be

signaled audibly in some cases. The appearance of texts and symbols may vary depending on the instrument cluster version.

Any malfunctions currently occurring can also be manually called up. To do this, open the Vehicle status or Vehicle menu

⇒ Vehicle settings menu.

Priority 1 warning message

The red central warning light ﬂashes or comes on, in some cases together with warning tones or additional symbols.

Do

not continue driving! There is a hazard. Check the malfunction. Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized

Volkswagen Service Facility immediately for assistance.

Priority 2 warning message

The yellow central warning light ﬂashes or comes on, in some cases together with warning tones or additional symbols.

Malfunctions or insufﬁcient operating ﬂuids can cause vehicle damage and vehicle malfunctions. Check the malfunction as

soon as possible. Immediately contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility to have

the system checked. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen

Service Facility.

Note about information in the Owner's Manual

You can ﬁnd more information about the existing warning message in the Owner's Manual.

Informational text

Information about various processes in the vehicle.

If there are multiple warning messages, the symbols will appear consecutively for several seconds. The symbols will

appear until the malfunction is corrected.

If warning messages about malfunctions appear when the ignition is switched on, settings or information displays may not

appear as described. If the malfunction persists, contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends

contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Introduction to the instrument cluster

The vehicle is equipped with a Volkswagen Digital Cockpit. The instrument cluster shows essential information, such as

speed.

In addition, the following functions, among others, are available depending on the equipment:

Various menus, such as for the driver assistance systems.

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Status displays for the driver assistance systems.

Display messages.

Warning and indicator lights.

Information about economy and range.

Content can be individually adapted and settings can be changed in the menus.

WARNING

Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit and Infotainment system can distract you from trafﬁc. If the driver is distracted

while driving, accidents and serious or fatal injuries can occur.

Always drive attentively and responsibly.

Never operate the instrument cluster while driving.

Only adjust any settings in the instrument cluster or Infotainment system when the vehicle is stationary.

WARNING

If there is a serious fault in the instrument cluster, the display may be turned off. The red central warning light

come on. No further warnings can be displayed. This may result in vehicle breakdowns while driving, accidents and

serious or fatal injuries.

may also

Safely stop the vehicle.

See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.

After starting the engine when the 12 V vehicle battery is severely drained or when it has been replaced or jump-started,

the system settings, e.g. personal convenience settings and programming, and user profiles may be changed or erased.

Check and correct the settings after the 12 V vehicle battery is sufficiently recharged.

In very low outside temperatures, the indicators on the instrument cluster display may take slightly longer to turn on than

in warm outside temperatures.

Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro

Overview of the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro

The Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro is a digital instrument cluster with a high-resolution TFT color display. By selecting

different information proﬁles, other displays can be shown in addition to the standard dials, such as the tachometer. The term

Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro is used to refer to the “Pro digital instrument cluster” in the following.

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Fig. 9 In the instrument panel: Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro (general example).

Tachometer (RPM of the running engine).

Currently engaged gear or selector lever position ⇒ Driving.

Displays ⇒ Operating the Pro Digital Instrument Cluster.

Speedometer.

Digital speed display.

Operating the Pro Digital Instrument Cluster

Fig. 10 Right side of the multi-function steering wheel: Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro (variant 1).

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Fig. 11 Right side of the multi-function steering wheel: Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro (variant 2).

Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel: Menus cannot be opened when a priority 1 warning message is displayed

→ page , Warning and information texts. You can conﬁrm and hide some messages using the

function steering wheel ﬁg. 10, ﬁg. 11.

button on the multi-

Opening a Menu or Information Display

Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:

1. Switch the ignition on.

2. If a message or vehicle icon is displayed, press the

button, repeatedly if necessary.

or button.

3. To display a menu and to scroll through the menu, press the

4. To open the displayed menu or the information display, press the

button on the windshield wiper lever or wait until

the menu or information display opens automatically after a few seconds.

Applying settings in the menus

Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:

1. Press the

or

arrow button in the displayed menu until the desired menu selection is marked.

The item is marked with a frame around it.

2. Press the

A check mark

button to apply the desired changes.

indicates that the respective function is switched on.

3. To return to the menu selection, press the

or

button.

VIEW button on multi-function steering wheel

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You can use the

button to switch between the classic display of dials, the large platform without information proﬁles,

and the enhanced view with highlighted information proﬁles. The classic display shows the large dials on the right and left side

and the selected information proﬁle is displayed in the center.

1. Press and hold the

button to select from the preset information proﬁles in the list:

Classic View without information profiles.

Automatic The information profiles adjust to the selected driving mode. Only for vehicles with Driving Mode Selection.

Preset 1 Individual selection of information profiles

Preset 2 Individual selection of information profiles

Preset 3 Only on vehicles with standard factory-installed navigation system.

Navigation map in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro may display a detailed navigation map.

The navigation map can be displayed in three sizes. With the larger map view, the navigation map is shown across the entire

display. To select the desired map size, proceed as follows:

1. Select the Navigation menu selection.

2. Press the

3. Press the

button on the multi-function steering wheel to switch between the map sizes.

arrow buttons on the multi-function steering wheel to zoom in or out.

or

4. When zooming manually, press the

button on the multi-function steering wheel to switch to auto-zoom.

Depending on the equipment, navigation will be shown on two screens or only on one screen. The navigation map may

appear in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro and in the Infotainment system or just in the Infotainment system. If the

navigation map is shown in the Infotainment system, only navigation arrows are shown in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit.

If warning messages about malfunctions appear when the ignition is switched on, settings or information displays may not

appear as described. If the malfunction persists, contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends

contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

WARNING

Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit and Infotainment system can distract you from trafﬁc. If the driver is distracted

while driving, accidents and serious or fatal injuries can occur.

Always drive attentively and responsibly.

Never operate the instrument cluster while driving.

Only adjust any settings in the instrument cluster or Infotainment system when the vehicle is stationary.

Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro Information Displays

Information proﬁles

Using the Digital Cockpit menu item in the vehicle Infotainment system vehicle settings, you can select different, topic-speciﬁc

information proﬁles ⇒ Vehicle settings menu. Depending on the selected information proﬁle, the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit

Pro may show additional information in the center of the dials or the dials may be hidden and the additional information shown

across the entire display. The following information proﬁles can be selected:

Audio. Digital display of the current audio playback

Comfort drive Travel Assist. Visual display of various driver assistance systems ⇒ Driver assistance systems.

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Distance Display of the distance driven.

Gear indicator Display of the current gear or the selected gear.

Speed Display of the speed.

Navigation Graphic display of arrow navigation

Range. Display of the range.

Consumption Graphic display of the current consumption and the digital display of the average consumption

Destination arrival information. Display of remaining driving time, the distance to the destination, and the estimated

arrival time.

Depending on the equipment, the number and scope of the information proﬁles that can be selected may vary.

Possible displays in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro

Depending on the vehicle equipment, different information may be shown in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro:

Outside temperature display.

Driver assistance systems.

Driving data menu and menus for various settings.

Gear recommendation ⇒ Gear recommendation.

Speed warnings.

Speed warning for winter tires.

Open doors, hood and trunk lid.

Infotainment system and navigation information.

Odometer displays.

Compass display.

Radiator fan run-on.

Engine code (EC).

Service interval display.

Status display for the start-stop system ⇒ Start/Stop system.

Phone information.

Time.

Selector lever position.

Warning and information texts.

Warning and indicator lights ⇒ Symbols in the instrument cluster .

Outside temperature display

When outside temperatures are colder than approximately +4°C (+39°F), a snowﬂake symbol also appears on the outside

temperature display

. This symbol remains on until the outside temperature rises above +6 °C (+43 °F).

In the following situations, the temperature displayed may be higher than the actual outside temperature due to heat radiating

from the engine:

When the vehicle is stationary

When the driving speed is very low

The measurement range is from -45 °C (-49 °F) to +76 °C (+169 °F)

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WARNING

Roads may be icy when outside temperatures are low, even if they are above the freezing point. There is an increased

risk of an accident on icy roads. This could result in serious or fatal injuries.

If the

symbol is displayed in the instrument cluster display, drive with extra caution.

Always adapt your speed and driving style to the visibility, weather, road and trafﬁc conditions.

Never rely solely on the outside temperature display.

Gear recommendation

A recommendation to select a fuel-saving gear may be displayed in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit while driving ⇒ Gear

recommendation.

Open doors, hood and trunk lid

If, after unlocking the vehicle and while driving, any doors and/or the hood or trunk lid are open, this is displayed in the

Volkswagen Digital Cockpit and an audible signal may also sound.

Speed warning for winter tires

If the set maximum speed is exceeded, this will be shown in the digital instrument cluster.

Settings for the speed warning can be adjusted in the vehicle settings in the Infotainment system ⇒ Winter tires.

Compass display

When the ignition is switched on, the instrument cluster display shows an abbreviation to indicate the direction the vehicle is

currently traveling, for example “NW” for northwest.

If the Infotainment system is switched on and route guidance is not active, the graphic display of a compass is also available.

Odometer displays

The odometer registers the total distance that the vehicle has driven.

The trip trip odometer shows the miles that were driven since the trip odometer was last reset.

1. Reset the odometer via the Infotainment system or the service menu ⇒ Service menu.

Radiator fan run-on

This indicator appears after the ignition has been switched off, if the radiator fan continues to run.

The radiator fan may continue running due to:

Exhaust gas post-treatment, through particulate ﬁlter regeneration, for example.

Active brake cooling after descent.

Dissipation of engine heat after high load, e.g. trailer mode.

Engine code (EC)

1. Open the service menu ⇒ Service menu.

2. Select the Engine code menu item.

Phone information

If a cell phone is connected via Bluetooth, the Bluetooth symbol

The symbol also indicates the charge level of the mobile device.

will be displayed in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit.

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Selector lever position

The selector lever position that is engaged is shown on the left side of the selector lever and in the Volkswagen Digital

Cockpit.

If necessary, the respective gear is displayed in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit when in the D/S selector lever position and

when in tiptronic mode ⇒ Selector lever.

Suitably qualified professionals can program or modify additional functions depending on the vehicle equipment.

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

There are different instrument clusters; therefore the versions and appearances of the displays may vary. Malfunctions will

only be indicated by indicator lights if the display does not have warning or information texts.

Some displays in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit may be hidden due to events that occur suddenly, e.g. incoming phone

calls.

Depending on the equipment, some settings and displays may also appear in the Infotainment system.

Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic

Overview of the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic

The Digital Cockpit is a digital instrument cluster with a high-resolution TFT color display. By selecting different views, e.g.

tachometer, and different displays in the main display area and in the secondary display areas, further content can be shown.

The term “Volkswagen Digital Cockpit” is used to refer to the digital instrument cluster in the following.

Fig. 12 In the instrument panel: Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic (general example).

Secondary display area.

Time, compass and temperature.

Main display area.

Secondary display area.

Currently engaged gear or selector lever level.

Active driver assistance.

Range.

Coolant temperature gauge.

Fuel gauge.

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Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic

Fig. 13 Right side of the multi-function steering wheel: Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic (variant 1).

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Fig. 14 Right side of the multi-function steering wheel: Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic (variant 2).

Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel: Menus cannot be opened when a priority 1 warning message is displayed

→ page , Warning and information texts. You can conﬁrm and hide some messages using the

function steering wheel ﬁg. 13, ﬁg. 14.

button on the multi-

Views in the main display area

1. Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel: Press the

The following views can be shown in the display area:

Digital view Digital speedometer with secondary displays.

button to switch the main display.

Speed

Classic display of the speedometer as a dial.

Tachometer Classic display of the tachometer as a dial.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the amount of information shown and the scope thereof may vary.

After switching off the ignition, a display is shown with information on the vehicle status, e.g. total mileage.

In the Speed and Tachometer views, an additional secondary display can be configured in the center of the dial.

Selecting secondary displays

Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel: The secondary displays can be conﬁgured or hidden independently of each other.

Various driving data, navigation information or information about audio playback or phone interfaces can be shown on the

secondary displays. To select the secondary displays, proceed as follows:

1. Select the right or left secondary display area using the

2. Select the preferred secondary display using the and

or

buttons.

arrow buttons.

3. Conﬁrm your selection with the

button.

Selecting secondary displays in the dial

Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:

1. Select the preferred secondary display using the

and

arrow buttons.

2. Conﬁrm your selection with the

button.

If warning messages about malfunctions appear when the ignition is switched on, settings or information displays may not

appear as described. If the malfunction persists, contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends

contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

WARNING

Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit and Infotainment system can distract you from trafﬁc. If the driver is distracted

while driving, accidents and serious or fatal injuries can occur.

Always drive attentively and responsibly.

Never operate the instrument cluster while driving.

Only adjust any settings in the instrument cluster or Infotainment system when the vehicle is stationary.

Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic Information Displays

Possible displays

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Depending on the vehicle equipment, different information may be shown in the main display and secondary display areas of

the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic:

Outside temperature display.

Time and date.

Digital speed.

Driver assistance systems.

Driving data menu, e.g. Travel time/distance driven.

Gear recommendation ⇒ Gear recommendation.

Open doors, hood and trunk lid.

Speed warning for winter tires.

Odometer displays.

Compass display.

Radiator fan run-on.

Engine code (EC).

Navigation information.

Engine oil temperature.

Radio information.

Service interval display.

Status display for the start-stop system ⇒ Start/Stop system.

Phone information.

Selector lever position for automatic transmission.

Warning and information texts.

Warning and indicator lights.

Destination information.

Outside temperature display

When outside temperatures are colder than approximately +4°C (+39°F), a snowﬂake symbol also appears on the outside

temperature display

. This symbol remains on until the outside temperature rises above +6 °C (+43 °F).

In the following situations, the temperature displayed may be higher than the actual outside temperature due to heat radiating

from the engine:

When the vehicle is stationary

When the driving speed is very low

The measurement range is from -50 °C (-58 °F) to +75 °C (+167 °F)

WARNING

Roads may be icy when outside temperatures are low, even if they are above the freezing point. There is an increased

risk of an accident on icy roads. This could result in serious or fatal injuries.

If the

symbol is displayed in the instrument cluster display, drive with extra caution.

Always adapt your speed and driving style to the visibility, weather, road and trafﬁc conditions.

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Never rely solely on the outside temperature display.

Gear recommendation

A recommendation to select a fuel-saving gear may be displayed in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit while driving ⇒ Gear

recommendation.

Open doors, hood and trunk lid

If, after unlocking the vehicle and while driving, any doors and/or the hood or trunk lid are open, this is displayed in the

Volkswagen Digital Cockpit and an audible signal may also sound.

Speed warning for winter tires

If the set maximum speed is exceeded, this will be shown in the digital instrument cluster.

Settings for the speed warning can be adjusted in the vehicle settings in the Infotainment system ⇒ Winter tires.

Compass display

If the Compass secondary display is activated, the direction in which you are currently driving is shown as a blue arrow with a

depiction of the vehicle and a compass.

Radiator fan run-on

This indicator appears after the ignition has been switched off, if the radiator fan continues to run.

The radiator fan may continue running due to:

Exhaust gas post-treatment, through particulate ﬁlter regeneration, for example.

Active brake cooling after descent.

Dissipation of engine heat after high load, e.g. trailer mode.

Engine code (EC)

1. Open the service menu ⇒ Service menu.

2. Select the Engine code menu item.

Navigation information

When route guidance is activated, the Navigation instruction auxiliary display shows the direction of travel as an arrow.

An arrow behind the entry in the conﬁguration menu indicates a submenu.

The submenu lists your home address and a list of your most recent destinations. Route guidance can be started with the

button.

Phone information

If the Phone secondary display is activated and a cell phone is connected via Bluetooth, the Bluetooth symbol

displayed in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit. The symbol also indicates the charge level of the mobile device.

will be

In the submenu, a list of the most recent phone calls is shown and you have the option to call the displayed contacts back.

Selector lever position for automatic transmission

The selector lever position and, depending on the driving mode, the gear that is engaged, are shown on the selector lever and

in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit. The gear shift pattern is displayed when the brake or the selector lever in the instrument

cluster are actuated.

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Destination information

When route guidance is activated, the Destination information secondary display shows the predicted journey time and

distance from the destination.

Some displays in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit may be hidden due to events that occur suddenly, e.g. incoming phone

calls.

Depending on the equipment, some settings and displays may also appear in the Infotainment system.

Tachometer

The start of the red area on the tachometer indicates the maximum permissible engine speed for all gears when the engine is

run in and at operating temperature.

Before reaching the red area, shift to the next highest gear, select the selector lever position D/S or take your foot off the

accelerator pedal.

NOTICE

To prevent engine damage, the tachometer indicator may only be in the red area of the scale brieﬂy. A heavy engine load,

especially when the engine is cold, can lead to engine damage.

Avoid high engine speeds, harsh acceleration and heavy engine loads when the engine is cold.

Shifting up early helps save fuel and reduce operating noises.

Fuel gauge

Digital fuel gauge

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Fig. 15 In the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro: fuel gauge (general example).

Fig. 16 In the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic: fuel gauge (general example).

The small arrow next to the fuel pump symbol on the fuel gauge indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler flap is on.

Troubleshooting

Fuel tank almost empty

The yellow indicator light turns on. The reserve supply (red marking ) is being used.

1. Refuel at the next opportunity.

Fuel tank cap open

The yellow indicator light turns on.

1. Close the fuel tank cap.

WARNING

If the fuel level is too low, this can result in irregular fuel supply and cause the engine to “sputter” or cut out, particularly

when traveling uphill or downhill. The steering, all driver assistance systems and brake support systems will not work if

the engine cuts out due to fuel shortage or irregular fuel supply. This may result in vehicle breakdowns while driving,

accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Check that the fuel tank is always sufﬁciently ﬁlled.

Always reﬁll the fuel when the fuel tank is only 1/4 full.

NOTICE

Irregular fuel supply can result in misﬁring and unburnt fuel entering the exhaust system.

Never drive with a completely empty fuel tank.

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Engine coolant temperature gauge

Digital coolant temperature gauge

Fig. 17 In the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro: coolant temperature gauge (general example).

Cold range. The engine is not at operating temperature yet. Avoid high engine RPMs and heavy engine load when the

engine is not at operating temperature.

Normal range.

Warning range. The needle may move into the warning range when engine load is heavy, especially when outside

temperatures are high.

Fig. 18 In the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic: coolant temperature gauge (general example).

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Cold range. The engine is not at operating temperature yet. Avoid high engine RPMs and heavy engine load when the

engine is not at operating temperature.

Normal range.

Warning range. The needle may move into the warning range when engine load is heavy, especially when outside

temperatures are high.

If the

warning light ﬂashes red, the coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level is too low ⇒ Troubleshooting.

Driving data menu

The driving data menu shows driving and consumption data. Depending on the vehicle equipment, various driving data can be

displayed. The displayed driving data is dependent on the current driving style, the vehicle status, e.g. particle ﬁlter

regeneration, and the current driving situation, e.g. city trafﬁc. The driving data is determined as an average value over

sections of different distances and the currently displayed value may therefore differ from the actual average value.

Since start memory

If the trip is interrupted for more than two hours, the memory is erased.

Since refuel memory

Display and memory of the collective driving and consumption data. The memory is erased when the vehicle is refueled.

Extended period memory

The memory stores driving statistics for up to 100 minutes of travel time or a driving distance of 9999.9 km (mi). If one of thes

maximum thresholds is met, the memory is erased. The maximum thresholds may vary depending on the version of the

instrument cluster.

Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro Driving Data Menu

The driving data is available in the context menu of the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro.

Switching Between the Displays in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro

Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:

1. Press the

or

button on the multi-function steering wheel.

Switching Memories in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro

Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:

1. Press the

button on the multi-function steering wheel.

Deleting Driving Data Memories in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro

Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:

1. Select the memory to be erased.

2. Press the

button on the multi-function steering wheel.

If you would like to know how many kilometers are driven in the course of a day, clear the Long-term memory before you

start driving and read it at the end of the day.

Adjustable Speed Warning

The following setting can be used to set an individual speed warning:

Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:

1. Select the Warning at --- km/h or Warning at --- mph display.

2. Press the

button on the multi-function steering wheel to save the current speed and to activate the warning.

and arrow

3. Set the speed on the multi-function steering wheel within approximately ﬁve seconds by pressing the

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buttons. Then press the

button or wait several seconds.

The speed will then be saved and the warning will be activated.

4. Press the

button again to deactivate.

The stored speed is erased.

The warning can be set for speeds between 30 km/h (18 mph) and 250 km/h (155 mph).

Depending on the country, a single warning tone sounds at speeds of over approximately 80 km/h (approximately 50 mph),

and from approximately 120 km/h (approximately 75 mph), a continuous warning tone sounds. The

yellow indicator light

will also be displayed in the instrument cluster display. This warning is required by law and cannot be altered.

Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic Driving Data Menu

The driving data is available in the secondary display area of the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic.

Selecting the Driving Data Menu in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic

Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:

1. Select the right or left secondary display area using the

2. Select your preferred driving data menu using the and

3. Conﬁrm your selection with the button.

or

buttons.

arrow buttons.

Resetting the Driving Data Menu in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic

Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:

1. Press the

or

button.

2. Select the corresponding driving data menu in the conﬁguration menu using the

An arrow behind the entry in the conﬁguration menu indicates a submenu.

and

arrow buttons.

3. In the submenu, select Reset data and conﬁrm by pressing the

button.

Driving Data in the Infotainment system

Driving Data can be displayed in the Infotainment system, in addition to being displayed in the instrument cluster.

Selecting Displays in the Infotainment System

You can select the driving data you would like to display using the vehicle settings in the Infotainment system ⇒ Vehicle

settings menu.

Consumption

The average fuel consumption is displayed after approximately 300 m (approx. 984 ft).

Range

This indicates the approximate distance in km (miles) the vehicle can travel under the same driving conditions.

Speed

The average speed is displayed after approximately 100 m (approximately 328 ft).

WARNING

If the driver is distracted while driving, accidents and serious injuries can occur. Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit

and Infotainment system can distract you from trafﬁc.

Always drive attentively and responsibly.

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Never operate the instrument cluster while driving.

Only adjust any settings in the instrument cluster or Infotainment system when the vehicle is stationary.

Service

Service menu

Depending on the equipment, settings can be applied in the service menu.

Opening the Service Menu in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro

1. Open the Range information proﬁle.

2. Press and hold the

button on the multifunction steering wheel for approximately four seconds.

3. Navigate in the menu using the buttons on the multi-function steering wheel.

Opening the Service Menu in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic

1. Open the Gear display secondary display.

2. Press and hold the

3. Use the and

or

button on the multi-function steering wheel for approximately six seconds.

arrow buttons to navigate the menu.

Resetting the service interval display

1. Open the Service menu.

2. Follow the instructions in the instrument cluster display.

Resetting the oil change service

1. Open the Reset oil change service menu.

2. Follow the instructions in the instrument cluster display.

Resetting the Trip Odometer on the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro

1. Open the Reset trip menu.

2. Follow the instructions in the instrument cluster display.

Displaying the Engine Code (EC)

1. Open the Engine code menu.

The engine code is shown on the instrument cluster display.

Setting the time

1. Open the Time menu.

2. Set the time with the

and

arrow buttons.

Displaying copyright information

1. Select the Copyright menu to access the copyright information.

Service interval display

Displays about service events appear in the instrument cluster display and in the Infotainment system. There are different

versions of the instrument cluster and Infotainment system; therefore, the appearances of the displays may vary.

Service appointments at Volkswagen are divided into oil change services and inspections. The service interval display informs

the driver about the next service appointment which includes an engine oil change and about the next inspection.

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The service intervals are speciﬁed for vehicles with the ﬁxed oil change service interval.

Intervals are determined individually on vehicles with the ﬂexible oil change service interval. Oil change services only need to

be performed if the vehicle requires it. The speciﬁc operating conditions and the personal driving style are also taken into

consideration. The service early warning message is ﬁrst displayed 30 days prior to the calculated oil change service due

date. The displayed remaining distance to be traveled is always rounded to 100 km (miles) and the remaining time is rounded

to whole days.

Service notiﬁcation

If an oil change service or an inspection service is due in the near future, a service notiﬁcation will be displayed when the

ignition is switched on.

The speciﬁed mileage or time is the distance or time until the next service can be completed.

Service event

When an oil change service or an inspection service is due, a chime will sound when switching on the ignition and you can

then see a wrench symbol

for a few seconds in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit together with one of the following displays

Inspection now!

Oil change now!

Oil change service and inspection now!

Checking a service due date in the Infotainment system

When the ignition is on, the engine is off and the vehicle is stationary, the current service due date can be checked:

1. Depending on the vehicle equipment, press the

Vehicle menu.

button or function key on the Infotainment system and open the

Or: depending on the vehicle equipment, press the

button or function key.

2. Depending on how your vehicle is equipped, open the Settings menu.

3. Open the Service menu item to display the service information.

Checking a service due date in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit

When the ignition is on, the engine is off and the vehicle is stationary, the current service due date can be checked:

1. Open the service menu ⇒ Service menu.

Resetting the service interval display

If the service interval display was not reset after the oil change service or inspection service, the display can be reset as

follows:

The service interval display can only be reset through the service menu ⇒ Service menu.

Do not reset the service interval display between service intervals or incorrect information will be displayed.

If the oil change service interval was manually reset, the service interval display then also switches to a ﬁxed service interval,

even on vehicles with the ﬂexible oil change service interval.

The service message automatically disappears after a few seconds when the engine is running or by pressing the

button on the windshield wiper lever or the

button on the multi-function steering wheel.

If the 12 V vehicle battery in a vehicle with the flexible oil change service interval has been disconnected for an extended

period, the time for the next oil change service cannot be calculated. Therefore, the service interval displays may show

incorrect calculations. If this is the case, follow the maximum permissible service intervals.

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Time

Setting the time in the Infotainment system

1. Depending on the design, press the

button or function key and open the Vehicle menu.

button or function key.

Or: depending on the vehicle equipment, press the

2. Depending on how your vehicle is equipped, open the Settings menu.

3. Open the Time and date menu item to set the time.

Setting the Time in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro

1. Open the Current economy information proﬁle.

2. Press and hold the

button on the multi-function steering wheel until the service menu is available in the instrument

cluster display ⇒ Service menu.

3. Open the Time menu.

4. Set the time with the

or

arrow buttons.

Setting the Time in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic

1. Open the service menu ⇒ Service menu.

2. Select the Time menu.

3. Set the time with the

button.

Sport displays

Lap timer in the instrument cluster

The lap timer is a display for sporty

driving. There is the option of

measuring and saving the individual

lap times on a designated race track

manually in the vehicle, as well as

comparing these times to the best

times previously measured in the

statistics.

On special sports models, the lap timer can be shown in the instrument cluster display.

The following main menus can be displayed:

Lap timer.

Lap (with current lap speciﬁcation).

Statistics.

Switching between menus

1. Press the

or

button on the multi-function steering wheel.

For example, the following list will show the layout of the menus in the instrument cluster display. The actual scope of the

menus and the names of individual menu items depend on the instrument cluster version and the vehicle electronics.

Menu displays and functions

Lap timer menu:

Start

The time measurement of a lap is started.

Since start The time measurement begins when the vehicle begins to drive. If it is already moving, the time measurement

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starts when the vehicle comes to a stop in the meantime.

Statistics An overview of the laps previously recorded is displayed.

Lap menu:

Stop

The active time measurement is paused. The lap is not finished.

Resume The paused time measurement is resumed.

Split time A split time is displayed for approximately five seconds. The active time measurement continues to run

simultaneously.

New lap The time of the current lap is stopped and a new lap is started. The time for the finished lap is transferred to the

statistics.

Cancel lap The time measurement is stopped and discarded. The current lap will not be recorded in the statistics.

End

The time measurement is finished. The lap will be recorded in the statistics.

Statistics menu:

Back

The display switches back to the previous menu.

All saved statistics data is reset.

Reset

The previously driven lap times are displayed in the Statistics menu. If the maximum lap number of 99 laps or the maximum

total duration of 99 hours, 59 minutes and 59 seconds is reached, a new time measurement can be started before the

statistics are reset.

WARNING

If the driver is distracted, accidents and serious injuries can occur. Operating the lap timer can distract you from trafﬁc.

Only adjust lap timer presets and open the statistics when the vehicle is stationary.

Only operate the lap timer while driving if the driving situation is easy to control and monitor.

Infotainment system lap timer

Fig. 19 On the Infotainment system screen: lap timer with stopwatch, function key, and lap times.

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Fig. 20 Function key on the Infotainment system screen: time measurement when the lap is

finished.

stopped,

running, and

Stopwatch

Function key with current lap time

Saved lap times

Start or resume time measurement. This is only possible when the ignition is switched on. Tap Start to begin the time

measurement. The time measurement starts automatically once the vehicle moves forward. If the data has been reset in

the statistics, a new first round can be started.

Cancel the current lap. The lap time is deleted. --: --:--.-- is displayed in the statistics.

End the time measurement.

Stop the time measurement or cancel the current lap when the time measurement is running.

Start new lap. The last lap time is saved and a new lap time starts. The total time of the laps is displayed in the statistics.

Display the split time. The stopwatch stops for several seconds and the split time is displayed.

Display the statistics after ending or canceling the time measurement: number of laps, total time, fastest and slowest lap,

average lap time of all laps, all lap times. Tap Reset to reset the statistics.

A maximum of 99 laps and a maximum duration of 99 hours, 59 minutes and 59 seconds can be recorded. If one of these

limits is reached, data in the statistics must be deleted before starting another time measurement.

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Opening the lap timer

1. Depending on vehicle equipment, press the

button or function key.

Or: press the

Or: tap the

button or function key.

function key.

2. Tap the Vehicle function key.

Or: tap Auto function key.

3. Tap the Selection function key.

4. Tap the Sport function key.

The performance monitor will be displayed.

5. Tap one of the arrow buttons in the performance monitor to switch to the lap timer.

You can switch between the lap timer and performance monitor using the arrow buttons.

Measuring lap times

The stopwatch measures the lap time in two areas:

The red needle and the number in the center indicate the running time in seconds, and the smaller display in the inner area

shows minutes and hours.

The display on the right-hand side shows the current lap time with an accuracy of one hundredth of a second. If no laps with

split times have been saved yet in the lap timer, then there is no difference between the stopwatch and the lap time.

WARNING

If the driver is distracted, accidents and serious injuries can occur. Operating the lap timer can distract you from trafﬁc.

Only adjust lap timer presets and open the statistics when the vehicle is stationary.

Only operate the lap timer while driving if the driving situation is easy to control and monitor.

Performance monitor

Fig. 21 On the Infotainment system screen: performance monitor.

Displays

Arrow buttons to switch to the lap timer

The performance monitor is a display

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for sporty driving. The digital

instruments show values in real time

for engine power, temperature, and

acceleration that are determined by

sensors in the vehicle. This gives the

driver an overview of the driving

dynamics.

Opening the performance monitor

1. Depending on the version, press the

button or function key in the Infotainment system.

2. Tap the Vehicle function key.

3. Tap the Selection function key.

4. Tap the Sport function key.

5. To switch between the performance monitor and lap timer, tap the left or right arrow buttons ﬁg. 21 above the

instruments.

Selecting instruments and adjusting units

The display can show a maximum of three instruments at the same time. Every instrument can be selected for any display

area ﬁg. 21 (left, center, right).

1. To switch between instruments, swipe up over the display.

The instrument that is currently selected will disappear and a new instrument will appear.

The units on some instruments can be adjusted in the Infotainment system ⇒ Vehicle settings menu.

The following instruments can be displayed:

Boost gauge: the boost gauge ﬁg. 21 displays the boost pressure between the turbocharger and the engine in bar. The

farther to the right that the needle on the scale is, the more engine power is being used.

Accelerometer (g-meter): the accelerometer (g-meter) ﬁg. 21 (center) displays the acceleration value in the center are

in g. The red marking in the tab area shows the intensity of the acceleration and the direction of the force. The force in

effect is contrary to the physical laws. For example, if you drive to the left, the red marking will move in the right area of th

instrument and vice versa. When accelerating, the red marking will move downward. When braking, the red marking will

move upward. The intensity of acceleration is indicated by the position of the red marking from the inside to the outside. I

you accelerate faster, the red marking will disappear from the center area.

Power gauge: the power gauge ﬁg. 21 (right) shows the engine power that is being currently used as a digital value

displayed on the surrounding scale in kW.

Engine coolant temperature gauge: when engine load is heavy and outside temperatures are high, the gauge may

move farther to the right. This is not a cause for concern as long as the

indicator light in the instrument cluster display

is off or blinking ⇒ Checking the engine oil level and adding oil .

Oil temperature gauge: the needle stays in the center area under normal driving conditions. If the pointer is in the left,

lower area, the engine operating temperature has not yet been reached. If the engine operating temperature has not bee

reached yet, avoid excessive high speeds and acceleration. Engine coolant temperature gauge: when engine load is

heavy and outside temperatures are high, the gauge may move farther to the right. This is not a cause for concern as

long as the

indicator light in the instrument cluster display is off or blinking ⇒ Troubleshooting.

Adjusting the display areas to the driving situation

You can select the three instruments that best ﬁt your individual driving style and the driving situation.

WARNING

If the driver is distracted, accidents and serious injuries can occur. Operating the Infotainment system can distract you

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from trafﬁc.

Always drive attentively and responsibly.

Adjust settings in the Infotainment system only when the vehicle is stationary.

NOTICE

A heavy engine load, especially when the engine is cold, can lead to engine damage.

Avoid high engine speeds, harsh acceleration and heavy engine loads when the engine is cold.

To prevent engine damage, the tachometer indicator may only be in the red area of the scale brieﬂy.

Because of the methods that are used to determine power in the vehicle, the displayed values may not be completely

precise.

Vehicle settings menu

You can switch individual functions

and systems on and off and adjust

settings in the vehicle settings menu in

the Infotainment system.

Opening the Vehicle settings Menu

1. Switch the ignition on.

2. If necessary, switch on the Infotainment system.

3. Depending on the equipment, press the

Or: depending on the design, press the

button or function key and open the Vehicle menu.

button or function key and open the Settings menu.

Or: tap the

function key and open the Auto menu.

4. To open other menus in the Vehicle settings menu or to adjust settings in the menu items, tap the

select the relevant function keys.

function key and

5. Tap the

function key to return to the previous menu.

A check mark

indicates that the respective function is switched on.

System settings and vehicle information display

Vehicle settings (setup)

Depending on vehicle equipment: Performance monitor ⇒ Performance monitor.

Depending on vehicle equipment: Lap timer ⇒ Infotainment system lap timer.

Volkswagen Digital Cockpit (Pro) ⇒ Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro, ⇒ Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro Information

Displays.

Volkswagen Digital Cockpit (Basic) ⇒ Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic, ⇒ Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic

Information Displays.

Active media.

Driving Data.

Vehicle status.

Radio station selection.

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After starting the engine when the 12 V vehicle battery is severely drained or has been replaced or jump-started, system

settings, e.g. personal convenience settings and programming, may be adjusted or deleted. Check and correct the settings

after the 12 V vehicle battery is sufficiently recharged.

WARNING

Operating the Infotainment system can distract you from trafﬁc. If the driver is distracted, accidents and serious or fatal

injuries can occur.

Always drive attentively and responsibly.

Adjust settings in the Infotainment system only when the vehicle is stationary.

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Driver information for Your Volkswagen Jetta 4 Door Seventh Generation (2019-2025)

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