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Seventh Generation (2010-2014) Volkswagen Passat SUV Manual
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Side view
Front view
Rear view
Driver door overview
Driver side overview
Upper center console
Lower center console
Front passenger side overview
Symbols on the roof console and sun visor
Instrument cluster
Introduction
Instrument overview
Displays
Compass
Service reminder display
Volkswagen Information System
Introduction
Using the instrument cluster menus
Driver assistance systems button
Menu structure ? overview
Main menu
MFI menu (Multi-Function Indicator)
Settings menu
Lights & Vision submenu
Personal convenience settings
Volkswagen Car-Net: Connecting you and your vehicle
Introduction
Features
Application software (?apps?)
3-button module
Driving checklists and warnings
Introduction
Getting ready and driving safely
Driving in other countries
Driving through water on roads
Technical data
Introduction
Important vehicle labels
Engine data
Dimensions
Vehicle key set
Introduction
Remote control vehicle keys
Emergency key
Indicator light in the remote control vehicle key
Replacing the remote control vehicle key battery
Synchronizing the remote control vehicle key
Doors
Introduction
Display
Child safety lock
Luggage compartment lid
Introduction
Display
Opening the luggage compartment lid
Closing the luggage compartment lid
Sensor-controlled luggage compartment lid opener (Easy Open)
Power windows
Introduction
Opening or closing power windows
Power windows ? features
Power window pinch protection
Power sunroof
Introduction
Opening or closing the power sunroof
Power sunroof ? convenience closing feature
Pinch protection for the power sunroof
HomeLink? Universal Transmitter
Introduction
Programming the HomeLink? Universal Transmitter
Operating the HomeLink? Universal Transmitter
Adjusting the seating position
Introduction
Examples of improper seating positions
Proper seating position
Manual controls on the driver and front passenger seats
Electrical controls on the driver and front passenger seats
Adjusting the front and rear head restraints
Removing and reinstalling the head restraints
Adjusting the steering wheel position
Center armrest
Seat functions
Introduction
Seat heating
Ventilated seats
Memory seats
Back massage feature
Safety belts
Introduction
Warning light
Frontal collisions and laws of physics
What happens to passengers not wearing a safety belt
Safety belts protect
Using safety belts
Fastening and unfastening safety belts
Safety belt position
Adjusting safety belt height
Safety belt extender
Lights
Introduction
Indicator lights
Turn signal lever and high beam switch
Switching lights on and off
Lights and vision features
?Coming home? and ?Leaving home? feature (orientation lighting)
Instrument panel lighting and headlight range adjustment
Interior and reading lights
Sun protection
Introduction
Sun visors
Windshield made of heat-insulating glass
Rear window sunshade
Windshield wipers and washer
Introduction
Indicator light
Windshield wiper lever
Windshield wiper functions
Windshield wiper service position
Rain sensor
Checking and refilling windshield washer fluid
Mirrors
Introduction
Inside mirror
Outside mirrors
Driving tips
Introduction
Stowing luggage
Driving with an open luggage compartment lid
Driving a loaded vehicle
Weights and axle weights
Luggage compartment
Introduction
Folding the rear seat backrest forward and back into place
Luggage compartment pass-through
Tie-downs
Shopping bag hooks
Luggage net
Roof rack
Introduction
Attaching the roof rack base carrier and roof rack
Securing a load on the roof rack
Trailer towing
Introduction
Technical requirements
Hitching up and connecting a trailer
Loading the trailer
Driving with a trailer
Ball mount
Retrofitting a trailer hitch
Maximum permissible trailer weight
Tires and wheels
Introduction
Tire and wheel handling
Wheel rims
New and replacement tires
Tire inflation pressure
Tire inflation pressure in cold tires
Tread depth and tread wear indicators
Tire wear and damage
Spare wheel or compact spare wheel
Tire labeling
Winter tires
Snow chains
Glossary of tire and loading terminology
Tires and vehicle load limits
Determining the correct load limit
UTQG classification
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Introduction
Indicator light (telltale)
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Spare wheel or compact spare wheel
Tire storage
Storage areas
Introduction
Storage compartment in the doors
Storage compartment on the driver side
Eyeglass storage compartment in the overhead console
Storage compartment in the front center console
Storage compartment in the front center armrest
Glove compartment
Storage compartment in the rear center armrest
Other storage compartments
Cup holders
Introduction
Cup holders in the front center console
Cup holders in the rear center armrest
Power outlets
Introduction
12 Volt sockets in the vehicle
Opening the socket cover
Starting and stopping the engine
Introduction
Indicator lights
Vehicle key positions in the ignition switch
Starter button
Starting the engine
Stopping the engine
Electronic immobilizer
Shifting
Introduction
Warning and indicator lights
Pedals
Manual transmission: Gearshift lever
Automatic transmission: Selector lever
Shifting with Tiptronic?
Driving with automatic transmission
Automatic transmission malfunction
Gear recommendation
Steering
Introduction
Warning and indicator lights
Steering system information
Braking and parking
Introduction
Warning and indicator lights
Electronic parking brake
Parking
About the brakes
Braking assistance systems
Switching Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR) on and off
Brake fluid
Saving fuel and helping the environment
Introduction
Efficient driving style
Fuel-efficient driving
Starting assistance systems
Introduction
Hill Hold
Cruise Control System (CCS)
Introduction
Indicator lights
Cruise control operation
Rear Assist
Introduction
Operation
Perpendicular parking (Mode 1)
Parallel parking (Mode 2)
Park Distance Control (PDC)
Introduction
Park Distance Control (PDC)
Heating and air conditioning
Introduction
Climatronic controls
Operation
Air vents
Air recirculation
Refueling
Introduction
Indicator lights and fuel gauge
Refueling
Fuel capacities
Refueling checklist
Fuel
Introduction
Gasoline
Gasoline additives
Working in the engine compartment
Introduction
Display
Preparing to work in the engine compartment
Opening or closing the engine compartment
Engine oil
Introduction
Warning and indicator lights
Engine oil specifications
Engine oil capacities
Checking the engine oil level and adding oil
Engine oil consumption
Changing engine oil
Engine coolant
Introduction
Warning light and engine coolant temperature gauge
Engine coolant specifications
Checking engine coolant level and topping off
Vehicle battery
Introduction
Warning light
Checking the vehicle battery electrolyte level
Charging, replacing, disconnecting, and connecting the vehicle battery
Exterior care and cleaning
Introduction
Washing the vehicle
Washing with a power washer
Cleaning windows and outside mirrors
Cleaning and changing the windshield wiper blades
Waxing and polishing vehicle paint
Caring for and cleaning chrome and aluminum parts
Interior care and cleaning
Introduction
Caring for upholstery
Cleaning upholstery, fabric trim and Alcantara?
Care and cleaning of leather upholstery
Cleaning leatherette
Cleaning storage compartments and cup holders
Care and cleaning of plastic components, wood trim and instrument panel
Cleaning the safety belts
Parts, accessories, repairs, and modifications
Introduction
Break-in period
Parts and accessories
Operating fluids and equipment
Repairs and technical modifications
Repairs and other things that can affect Advanced Airbag performance
Notice about data recorded by the Event Data Recorder and vehicle control modules
Using a mobile phone without a vehicle-integrated antenna - some important things to know
Consumer information
Introduction
Operating your vehicle outside of the United States and Canada
Radio antenna and reception
Volkswagen service information
Declaration of Compliance, Telecommunications and Electronic Systems
Reporting Safety Defects
Engine control and emission control system
Introduction
Indicator lights
Catalytic converter
Practical tips
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Lift points for the vehicle
In an emergency
Introduction
Protecting yourself and the vehicle
Emergency closing and opening
Introduction
Manually unlocking and locking the driver door
Manually locking the passenger doors
Opening the luggage compartment lid from inside the luggage compartment
Emergency release for the fuel filler flap
Emergency closing of the power sunroof
Emergency release for the selector lever lock
Vehicle tool kit
Introduction
Storage
Contents
Wheel trim
Introduction
Hubcaps
Wheel bolt caps
Wheel covers
Changing a wheel
Introduction
Preparations for changing a wheel
Wheel bolts
Lifting the vehicle with the vehicle jack
Lifting the vehicle with the vehicle jack (CC R-Line)
Changing a wheel
After changing a wheel
Fuses
Introduction
Fuses in the vehicle
Replacing blown fuses
Replacing light bulbs
Introduction
Indicator light
Information on light bulb replacement
Replacing headlight bulbs
Replacing light bulbs in the front bumper
Replacing light bulbs in the front bumper (CC R-Line)
Replacing taillight bulbs in the luggage compartment lid
Replacing taillight bulbs in the vehicle body
Replacing license plate lights
Jump-starting
Introduction
Positive jump start terminal, 3.6 liter engine
Using jumper cables
Towing
Introduction
Towing on a commercial tow truck
Tips on towing
Installing the front towing eye
Installing the rear towing eye
Driving tips while towing
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