Closing the load-through hatch
1. Fold back the flap of the load-through hatch until it engages in position.
There may be a red marking on the luggage compartment side. This must not be visible →
2. Close the boot lid.
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3. If necessary, fold back the centre armrest.
WARNING
Objects in the deployment zone of the centre airbag can prevent it from functioning properly and cause serious or fatal injuries.
● Never push objects forward into the deployment zones of the centre airbag (→ Airbag system).
WARNING
Serious or fatal injuries could be caused if the load-through hatch is folded forwards or backwards carelessly or in an uncontrolled
way.
● Never fold the load-through hatch forwards or backwards while the vehicle is in motion.
● Ensure that the seat belt is not trapped or damaged when folding back the load-through hatch.
● Always keep hands, fingers, feet or other body parts away from the swivel area when folding the load-through hatch forwards and
backwards.
● Always make sure that the red mark on the locking indicator is never visible when the load-through hatch is in the upright position.
The load-through hatch is not engaged properly if you can see a red marking.
● Never transport a person, particularly a child, on this seat if the load-through hatch is folded forward or not securely engaged.
The vehicle can be used to tow a trailer if it has the required technical equipment for this.
Driving with a trailer not only places an extra load on the vehicle, but also requires increased concentration on the part of the driver.
The additional trailer load will affect the amount of wear, fuel consumption and performance of the vehicle and, in certain
circumstances, could shorten the service intervals.
If the vehicle is driven under high loads, certain functions, e.g. the output of the air conditioning system, may be reduced or switched
off to stop the vehicle from breaking down. Avoid long or steep uphill gradients. The engine torque may be reduced temporarily if the
vehicle is driven under load for an extended time in order to avoid overheating of the engine or gearbox. Reduce your speed and
observe the messages and illuminated warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster. The reduction in engine torque will be
cancelled when the engine and gearbox are operating in the optimum temperature range again.
The load that a vehicle can actually pull decreases under the following conditions:
—Driving on uphill gradients.
—Driving at high altitudes.
—Driving at high outside temperatures.
—Driving with a fully loaded vehicle, e.g. with passengers and luggage.
—With increasing speed.
Vehicles with start/stop system
When using towing brackets that were not retrofitted by Volkswagen, the start/stop system must be deactivated manually before
towing a trailer, and it must remain deactivated for as long as a trailer is being towed (→ Start/stop system).
Trailer with function check for lighting
No trailer with tail lights and brake lights must be operated with this vehicle that requires a function check of the tail and brake lights
in its approval. Ask the trailer manufacturer about the approval that is valid for your trailer.
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