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

Facility.

WARNING

Unusual vibrations or the vehicle pulling to one side while driving may indicate tire damage.

Tire damage could cause loss of vehicle control, accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Slow down immediately and stop the vehicle as soon as the trafﬁc situation allows and it is safe to do so.

Check the tires and rims for damage.

Never continue driving with damaged tires or rims. Instead, seek professional assistance.

If no exterior damage is visible, drive slowly and carefully to the nearest authorized Volkswagen dealer or

authorized Volkswagen Service Facility to have the vehicle checked. Volkswagen recommends contacting an

authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

How the Tire Pressure Monitoring System Works

The tire pressure monitoring system

warns the driver if tire pressures are

too low.

The tire pressure monitoring system monitors tire pressure and uses the ABS sensors to monitor the RPM and therefore the

rolling circumference of the individual wheels during travel.

If a tire loses air or the tire pressure is too low, the rolling circumference is reduced and the RPM increases.

The tire pressure monitoring system shows a change in the rolling circumference of the tires via the

instrument cluster.

indicator light in the

The following situations can also cause the RPM to change:

The tire pressure has changed

The tire has structural damage

One side of the vehicle has a heavier load than the other

Snow chains are installed on the tires

A compact spare wheel has been installed

Only one wheel was replaced on each axle

The tire pressure monitoring system

may be delayed or not be displayed at all when driving with a sporty style, in wintry

road conditions or on unpaved roads, or when driving with snow chains.

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

label on the driver door pillar ⇒ Checking the tire pressure.

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System will not work if the ESC or ABS is malfunctioning ⇒ Troubleshooting.

Reference Pressure

The reference pressure for the tire pressure monitoring system is the recommended tire pressure for the factory-installed tires

when the tires are cold. The reference pressure corresponds to the details on the tire pressure label ⇒ Checking the tire

pressure.

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If the tire pressure has been correctly adjusted on all four tires, the tire pressure monitoring system must be re-calibrated

⇒ Calibrating the Tire Pressure Monitoring System . This adapts the reference pressure to the current tire pressure.

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.

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

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,

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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.

Always set up the Tire Pressure Monitoring System correctly .

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.

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.

Unresolved Malfunctions

If the tire pressure monitoring system displays a malfunction, the tire pressure cannot be monitored correctly. A malfunction in

the Tire Pressure Monitoring System can have a number of causes, e.g. a wheel or a tire being replaced. After replacing a

wheel or tire, you must check whether the

indicator light displays a system malfunction to make sure that the tire pressure

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monitoring system is working properly ⇒ Troubleshooting the Tire Pressure Monitoring System .

Delayed or no display

In the following situations, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System cannot display anything or can only respond with a delay:

Driving with snow chains.

Driving on winter or unpaved roads.

Driving with a sporty driving style.

Calibrating the Tire Pressure Monitoring System

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System must be recalibrated under the following conditions:

If the tire pressures were adjusted.

If one or more wheels were changed.

If one or more wheels were repaired.

If the wheels were rotated, for example from front to rear.

The tire pressure monitoring system must only be recalibrated if all tires are inﬂated to the correct pressure when they are

cold. Before you measure the tire pressure on a cold tire, you must park the vehicle for 1 hour away from direct sunlight.

If the tire pressure is too low, you can only recalibrate the Tire Pressure Monitoring System when you have met one of the

following two conditions:

Switch the ignition off and back on again.

Wait for 60 seconds with the engine running and the vehicle stationary.

1. Depending on the vehicle equipment, press the

button or function key and open the Vehicle menu in the

Infotainment system ⇒ Vehicle settings menu.

Or: depending on the vehicle equipment, press the

2. Tap Settings if this key is available.

3. Tap Tires.

button or function key.

4. Tap SET.

5. If all four tires meet the required tire pressure values, tap Conﬁrm.

The indicator light

ﬂashes for approx. 6 seconds. In addition, a chime is emitted and a message is shown in the

instrument cluster display.

After travel times of at least 20 minutes and at different vehicle speeds, the system adapts to the new values and monitor

them.

If the indicator light

blinks for approx. 6 seconds without the tire pressure monitoring system having been reprogrammed

beforehand, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility immediately.

WARNING

If the tire pressure monitoring system has been calibrated with a tire pressure that is too high or too low, the tire pressure

monitoring system may give false warnings or fail to give a warning when the tire pressure is dangerously low.

This can cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Ensure that the tire pressure is correct on all wheels before calibrating the tire pressure monitoring system.

Troubleshooting the Tire Pressure Monitoring System

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Tire pressure low

The yellow indicator light turns on.

The tire pressure of one or more tires has decreased or the tire is structurally damaged.

Stop the vehicle immediately where it is safe to do so.

2. Check the tires for visible damage.

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 ⇒ Wheel change. If necessary, contact an authorized

Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.

Or: seal the damaged tire using the tire mobility set and inﬂate it with air ⇒ Tire mobility set.

5. Recalibrate the Tire Pressure Monitoring System ⇒ How the Tire Pressure Monitoring System Works .

6. If the malfunction persists, contact a suitably qualiﬁed professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized

Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Tire pressure monitoring system malfunction

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

There is a system malfunction.

Stop the vehicle immediately where it is safe to do so.

2. Switch the ignition off and back on again.

3. Recalibrate the Tire Pressure Monitoring System ⇒ How the Tire Pressure Monitoring System Works .

4. If the malfunction persists, contact a suitably qualiﬁed professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized

Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Driving on unpaved roads for a long period of time or sporty driving can deactivate the Tire Pressure Monitoring System

temporarily. If there is a malfunction, the indicator light flashes for approximately one minute and then stays on. However,

the indicator light will turn off if the road conditions or driving style changes.

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.

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