2019-2025 Volkswagen Jetta 4 Door Parking and maneuvering User Manual
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Parking and maneuvering for Your Volkswagen Jetta 4 Door Seventh Generation (2019-2025)

Parking and maneuvering  
Parking the vehicle  
Parking  
1. Press and hold the brake pedal.  
In vehicles with a manual transmission, press the clutch down completely or disengage the clutch.  
2. In vehicles with an automatic transmission, move the selector lever into the P position (parking lock).  
3. Set the electronic parking brake.  
4. On uphill and downhill slopes, turn the steering wheel so that the vehicle will roll into a curb if it begins moving.  
5. Stop the engine and switch the ignition off.  
The red  
indicator light in the instrument cluster display will turn on ⇒  
.
6. With a manual transmission, engage the 1st gear if the vehicle is on a level or an uphill surface, or engage the reverse  
gear if the vehicle is on a downhill surface. Release the clutch pedal.  
7. Release the brake.  
8. To engage the steering lock, you may need to turn the steering wheel slightly.  
9. Exit the vehicle ⇒  
. Pay attention to other road users.  
10. Take all vehicle keys with you and lock the vehicle.  
WARNING  
Parking the vehicle incorrectly can result in the vehicle rolling, even on slight downhill slopes. Accidents and serious or  
fatal injuries could result.  
Before exiting the vehicle, make sure the electronic parking brake is activated and the red warning light  
comes on in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit display once the ignition has been switched off.  
Ignition switch: Never remove the remote vehicle key from the ignition switch when the vehicle is in motion.  
Otherwise, the steering lock could engage suddenly. Then you would not be able to steer the vehicle.  
When parking the vehicle, always follow the steps in the specified order.  
WARNING  
If you leave children, people requiring assistance or animals unattended in the vehicle, they may accidentally set the  
vehicle in motion or be subjected to very high or low temperatures. There is a risk of accidents and serious or fatal  
injuries.  
Never leave children, people requiring assistance or animals unattended in the vehicle.  
Parking spaces and surroundings  
To avoid damage and dangerous situations, always park the vehicle in a suitable parking area ⇒  
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NOTICE  
The vehicle can slip on uneven, loose, slippery or icy surfaces and may not be able to be safely held despite the  
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electronic parking brake being switched on. This can result in damage to the vehicle.  
Always park the vehicle on level and suitable ground.  
NOTICE  
Vehicle components that are low to the ground, such as the bumpers, spoilers, and parts of the suspension, may collide  
with objects protruding up from the ground when they are driven over. The vehicle can be damaged.  
Drive carefully over driveways, ramps, curbs and fixed barriers, as well as when driving through dips.  
Rear seat reminder  
The function depends on the vehicle equipment.  
If the ignition is switched off, a message appears in the Infotainment system to remind you not to leave behind passengers in  
the rear seats ⇒  
.
If a rear door was used prior to driving, a message will also be displayed in the instrument cluster and a warning tone will  
sound if necessary. The warning tone can be activated and deactivated in the vehicle settings in the Infotainment system.  
Rear seat reminder muted.  
Electronic parking brake  
The electronic parking brake secures  
the parked vehicle to prevent it rolling  
away. It can be used to brake the  
vehicle in an emergency.  
Fig. 122 In the center console: button for the electronic parking brake.  
Switching on  
1. When the vehicle is stationary, pull and hold the  
button for the electronic parking brake fig. 122.  
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If the electronic parking brake is switched on, the red indicator light comes on in the instrument cluster.  
The yellow indicator light in the button comes on fig. 122.  
Switching off  
1. Switch the ignition on.  
2. Press the brake pedal and press the  
button.  
The indicator light in the fig. 122 button and the red  
warning light in the instrument cluster will turn off.  
Automatic switch-on if you leave the vehicle incorrectly  
On vehicles with an automatic transmission, if the system detects that the vehicle has been exited improperly, it can switch on  
the electronic parking brake automatically ⇒  
.
WARNING  
Parking the vehicle incorrectly can result in the vehicle rolling, even on slight downhill slopes. Accidents and serious or  
fatal injuries could result.  
When parking the vehicle, always follow the steps of the parking procedure in the specified order ⇒ Parking.  
Before exiting the vehicle, make sure the electronic parking brake is activated and the red  
the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit display comes on after switching off the ignition.  
warning light in  
Automatic switch-off when starting to drive  
If a gear is engaged when the driver door is closed and the accelerator pedal is pressed, the electronic parking brake will  
switch off automatically ⇒  
.
For vehicles with a manual transmission, the electronic parking brake will switch off when you press the clutch down  
completely.  
WARNING  
If the accelerator pedal is accidentally pressed when the electronic parking brake is activated, this may release the  
electronic parking brake. The vehicle will start moving. Accidents and serious injuries could result.  
Do not press the accelerator pedal when the engine is running and a gear is engaged if the vehicle is to be remain  
stationary.  
Starting on slopes with an increased vehicle weight  
If a higher engine output is required when driving off on a slope, the electronic parking brake can be automatically deactivated  
for a maximum of up to 30 seconds by pulling the  
button.  
1. Engage a selector lever position or gear.  
2. Pull the  
switch.  
3. Press the accelerator pedal.  
4. If there is sufficient engine power, release the  
The electronic parking brake is disengaged.  
button.  
Holding force on large gradients  
If the gradient of the parking area is too large, the vehicle may not be permanently held.  
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The indicator light in the instrument cluster display flashes red and a message is displayed.  
1. Park the vehicle in a different parking space with a lower gradient.  
The vehicle is not held securely in place until the  
indicator light stays on.  
Driving through a car wash  
If you would not like the electronic parking brake to switch on automatically, e.g. in a car wash, note the following:  
1. Automatic transmission: Put the vehicle in neutral N.  
Emergency braking function  
Only use the emergency braking function in an emergency, if the vehicle cannot be stopped using the brake pedal ⇒  
.
1. Pull and hold the  
switch.  
The vehicle will brake abruptly. A warning chime will also sound at the same time.  
The vehicle will brake abruptly. A warning chime will also sound at the same time.  
WARNING  
The electronic parking brake is not designed for braking the vehicle, as doing so increases the braking distance. This  
could result in accidents and serious or fatal injuries.  
Always use the brake pedal to brake the vehicle and never the electronic parking brake unless it is an emergency.  
Noises can be heard when you switch the electronic parking brake on of off. This may also occur during an automatic  
check.  
Troubleshooting  
Electronic parking brake malfunction  
The red  
warning light comes on. A message is displayed.  
There is a system malfunction. The electronic parking brake is not fully closed.  
Do not continue driving!  
1. Switch the ignition off and back on again.  
2. Pull the  
button again.  
If the red  
parked.  
warning light comes on in the instrument cluster without an additional warning light, the vehicle is safely  
The  
1.  
Red Warning Light Remains Lit  
Do not continue driving!  
2. Park the vehicle on level ground, where possible, and engage the parking lock P to prevent it from rolling away.  
3. Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.  
Electronic parking brake malfunction  
The yellow central warning light comes on. A message will appear in the instrument cluster display.  
There is a system malfunction.  
1. Contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or  
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authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
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electronic parking brake button malfunction  
If the electronic parking brake button is pressed, the  
be continuously lit.  
red warning light will blink and the yellow central warning light will  
The button may be faulty or is pulled for more than 30 seconds on a large uphill gradient.  
1. If the button has been pulled for an extended period of time on an uphill gradient, press the brake pedal, release the  
button and switch the ignition off and on again.  
Or: to switch on the electronic parking brake without using the button on a flat surface, switch off the ignition.  
2. Check whether the  
warning light is continuously lit.  
3. If there is a faulty button, contact a suitably qualified professional for assistance. Volkswagen recommends contacting an  
authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
The electronic parking brake does not switch off  
The requirements for switching off the electronic parking brake are not met ⇒ Electronic parking brake.  
The 12 V vehicle battery is drained ⇒ Start the engine.  
The electronic parking brake does not switch off if you start driving with just the clutch pedal and with a gear  
engaged  
Manual transmission: The vehicle was parked with a gear engaged. After the engine is started, the driver starts in the engage  
gear and “releases” the clutch. The vehicle locks during start-up.  
1. Stop the vehicle with the brake pedal and disengage the gear.  
2. From the neutral position N, engage first gear or reverse gear and repeat the procedure for starting the vehicle.  
Information about the parking systems  
Safety instructions  
Sensor and camera boundaries  
Various sensors and cameras that detect the vehicle surroundings ultrasonically, by radar waves, and visually are located on  
and in the vehicle. The various parking systems use different combinations of sensors. All sensors have technical and physica  
limits ⇒  
In some situations, some objects may not be detected, e.g. trailer draw bars, narrow poles, fences, posts, and trees,  
extremely low or high obstacles, or trunk lids that are opening or already open ⇒  
:
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The parking system coverage areas have “blind” spots in their range where they cannot detect people and objects.  
Dirt, ice, or water on the sensors and cameras may be detected as obstacles or prevent the detection of objects in some  
cases. In addition to dirt and snow, soap residue or other coatings can also impair the sensor range → page , Exterior  
care and cleaning.  
External noises and certain surfaces on objects and clothing can affect the sensor signals. In some situations, people an  
objects may not be detected or may be detected incorrectly.  
Certain objects, such as small posts or grating, cannot be shown or cannot be adequately shown due to the resolution of  
the screen and if there is insufficient lighting.  
The cameras only show two-dimensional images on the screen. Due to the lack of depth of field, it may be difficult or  
impossible to identify protruding objects or recesses in the road.  
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WARNING  
The parking systems cannot replace the driver's attention and can only operate within the limitations of the system. The  
parking systems 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 system. The driver is always responsible for control of the  
vehicle.  
Always keep an eye on the driving direction and the vehicle surroundings.  
When parking, pay particular attention to small children, animals and objects.  
Do not allow the parking system's display to distract you from the traffic around you.  
Bear in mind that the parking system may not react if the vehicle approaches too quickly and will not issue a  
warning.  
Always adapt your speed and driving style to the visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.  
NOTICE  
When you maneuver in a parking space without a curb, the vehicle may be damaged by obstacles.  
Keep a safe distance of approx. 50 cm (around 20 in) from walls and buildings.  
Volkswagen recommends practicing with the parking systems in a location or parking space with no traffic in order to  
become acquainted with the functions.  
Requirements  
General information  
So that the sensors and cameras can detect the area surrounding the vehicle as well as possible and display this image on  
the Infotainment system screen, the following requirements must be met.  
The doors and trunk lid are closed.  
The outside mirrors must not be folded in.  
Sensors or cameras are not covered by attachments, e.g. bicycle rack systems, or license plate holders with decorative  
frames. The decorative license plate holder must not protrude at the sides or bottom.  
The vehicle must be on level ground.  
The vehicle must not be loaded primarily in the rear or on one side.  
Engine is running.  
Braking assistance systems such as ESC or ASR are switched on.  
The length and width of the parking space must be larger than the vehicle measurements and provide enough space to  
maneuver.  
If you use any other functions in the Infotainment system while you are parking, the parking function and its warning  
chimes will be deactivated. This does not apply when the reverse gear is engaged. The parking function cannot be  
deactivated in this case.  
The use of parking systems, e.g. with camera assistance, may not be allowed in some countries and regions according to  
legal provisions.  
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Automatic braking intervention  
The automatic braking function of the  
parking system helps to avoid  
collisions once an obstacle is detected.  
Parking systems with braking support  
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the vehicle has parking systems with a maneuvering and/or emergency braking function  
⇒
.
WARNING  
Automatic braking support is not a replacement for the driver's attention and works only within the system limitations. In  
some driving situations, the automatic braking support may be limited or may intervene in a way that is not desired or may  
not engage at all. If you are careless, there is a risk of accidents, serious injuries and death.  
Always stay attentive and do not rely solely on the system. The driver is always responsible for control of the  
vehicle.  
In a hazardous situation, apply the brakes using the brake pedal before encountering an obstacle.  
React quickly to parking system warnings, e.g. Park Distance Control.  
When is automatic braking available?  
A parking system has been activated by the driver.  
Park Distance Control: Maneuver braking is activated in the Infotainment system.  
When maneuvering, the vehicle is not driving faster than approx. 10 km/h (approx. 6 mph).  
What happens during an automatic braking intervention?  
The vehicle brakes to a stop and is kept stationary for around two seconds.  
Automatic braking by the maneuver braking function. Stop the vehicle with the brake pedal!  
Automatic braking  
intervention by Rear Traffic Alert. Stop the vehicle with the brake pedal!  
Depending on the vehicle equipment, there may be a message in the digital instrument cluster display.  
General information  
Switch the parking system off temporarily if automatic braking support happens too frequently or when undesired and  
maneuver the vehicle carefully, for example when driving off-road or parking in your garage.  
Following a Rear Traffic Alert emergency braking intervention, it will take approx. 10 seconds before automatic braking  
support can occur again.  
Troubleshooting  
The parking system is functioning differently than expected  
The requirements for the parking system are not met ⇒ Requirements.  
The sensors or camera may be dirty or covered with ice ⇒ Exterior care and cleaning , ⇒  
Sources of noise interfere with the ultrasonic signal, e.g. driving over cobblestones ⇒  
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The vehicle may be damaged in the radar sensor area, for example, due to parking barriers or an accident ⇒  
There may have been changes to the paint or vehicle structure in the area where the sensors or camera are located, for  
example on the front of the vehicle or the suspension ⇒  
.
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The areas detected by the sensors or camera may be blocked by accessories such as bicycle racks.  
Fault displays  
1. Note any messages in the digital instrument cluster display and in the Infotainment system.  
NOTICE  
If the parking system is used despite a malfunction of the sensors or cameras or a limitation of the detection ranges,  
damage to the vehicle may occur.  
Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility in the event of a parking  
system malfunction. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized  
Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Parking Function Screen Not Displayed Following Activation  
The parking system has been switched on or activated, yet the display in the Infotainment system does not change to the  
function-specific screen, e.g. segment display for Park Distance Control, camera display during Park Assist.  
1. Switch the parking system off and on again.  
2. If the screen is still not displayed, a system malfunction has occurred. Contact a suitably qualified professional.  
Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Rear View Camera (Rear View)  
Introduction  
The Rear View Camera system in the  
rear of the vehicle makes it easier for  
the driver to see behind the vehicle  
and assists when parking.  
How it works  
The Rear View Camera system shows the area behind the vehicle on the Infotainment system screen. Depending on the  
mode and vehicle equipment, orientation lines may assist in the view toward the rear ⇒  
.
WARNING  
The Rear View Camera system is not a replacement for the driver's attention and works only within the system limitations.  
Using the camera image to estimate the distance to people or obstacles may not be precise. If you do not take care, there  
is a risk of accidents and serious injuries.  
Always stay attentive and do not rely solely on the system. The driver is always responsible for control of the  
vehicle.  
Bear in mind that camera lenses can enlarge and distort the field of vision.  
The orientation lines superimposed on the camera image are shown by the system regardless of the vehicle's surroundings.  
There is no automatic obstacle detection by the camera while it is active. The driver must evaluate whether the vehicle will fit  
in the parking space.  
CAUTION  
Vehicles with a swiveling emblem: The Rear View Camera system extending can cause serious injuries due to  
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