Get Opening and closing -> Electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof Guide for Volkswagen Polo SUV Fourth Generation (2001-2009)

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If the window is again prevented from closing within approximately 10 seconds of the first attempt because it is stiff or obstructed, the

automatic closing function is switched off for approximately 10 seconds.

If the window is still obstructed, the window stops at this point. To close the window without the roll-back function, press the button again

within 10 seconds → ꢀ.

Closing the window without the roll-back function

Try to close the window again within approximately 10 seconds by holding the button. The roll-back function will be deactivated for a small

section of the path of the closing window.

If the closing procedure takes longer than approximately 10 seconds, the roll-back function will be reactivated. The window will then stop

again if it is stiff or meets another obstacle.

Please go to a qualified workshop if the window still cannot be closed.

WARNING

Closing the electric windows without the roll-back function could lead to severe injuries.

Always take care when closing electric windows.

Ensure that nobody obstructs the path of the electric windows, especially if the roll-back function is not active.

The roll-back function does not prevent fingers or other body parts from being pressed against the window frame and sustaining injury.

The roll-back function is also activated if the windows are closed using the vehicle key for convenience closing → Convenience opening

and closing ꢀ .

Electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

→ Opening and closing the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof ꢀ

→ Electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof – function ꢀ

→ Roll-back function of the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof ꢀ

Additional information and warnings:

Infotainment system → Infotainment systemꢀ

Central locking system → Central locking system ꢀ

Roof carrier → Roof carrier ꢀ

Manual opening and closing → Manual opening and closing ꢀ

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WARNING

Always take care when using the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof; otherwise you could cause accidents or serious injuries.

The electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof should only be opened or closed when you are sure that nobody is in its operating area.

Always take all vehicle keys with you every time you leave the vehicle.

Never leave children or people requiring assistance alone in the car, particularly if they have access to the vehicle key. Unsupervised use of

the vehicle key can result in the vehicle being locked, the engine being started, the ignition being switched on and the electric panorama

sliding/tilting glass roof being operated.

The electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof can be operated for a short time after the ignition has been switched off, provided the driver

door or the front passenger door is not opened.

NOTICE

In cold conditions, remove any ice and snow from the roof of the vehicle before you open or tilt the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof

to avoid the risk of damage.

The electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof should always be closed before you leave the vehicle or if it starts to rain. Any rain entering

the vehicle when the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof is open could cause considerable damage to the electrical system. This can

result in further damage to the vehicle.

If there is a fault in the electric panorama sliding/tilting roof, the roll-back function will not work properly. Go to a qualified workshop

Leaves and other loose objects must be removed from the guide rails of the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof at regular intervals,

using a vacuum cleaner or by hand.

Opening and closing the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof

Fig. 37 In the roof: turn the switch to open and close

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Fig. 38 In the headliner: push the switch to tilt and pull the switch to close

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings →

ꢀ

Introduction

The rotary switch must be in the basic position ① before the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof can be tilted.

Function

Action

→ Fig. 37ꢀ

and → Fig. 38ꢀ

Turn the switch past the position ② and hold down until the

glass roof has reached the required position.

Opening sliding roof completely

③

Moving sliding roof to convenience position

Setting an intermediate position

Closing sliding roof completely

Tilting the tilting roof completely

Stopping the one-touch function

Closing fully

②

② to ①

①

Turn the switch to the required position.

④

Push the switch back briefly.

Press or pull the switch again briefly.

Pull the switch back briefly.

④ or ⑤

⑤

The electric panorama sliding/tilting roof will work only when the ignition has been switched on. The electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof can

be operated for a short time after the ignition has been switched off, provided the driver door or the front passenger door is not opened.

If the closing procedure has been started, it will be interrupted as soon as the ignition is switched off and the switch for the electric panorama

sliding and tilting glass roof is activated.

If it is not possible to close the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof electrically you will have to close it manually. You will not be able to

close the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof manually without first removing some vehicle components. Go to a qualified workshop.

Sliding blind

Use the handle at the front near the roof opening to move the sliding blind to the required position.

The convenience position allows sufficient air supply together with low wind noise.

Electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof – function

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings →

ꢀ

Introduction

Convenience opening and closing

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Convenience opening and closing

The electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof can be opened and closed from the outside with the vehicle key.

Press and hold the locking or unlocking button on the vehicle key. The electric panorama sliding/tilting roof is tilted or closed.

Let go of the lock or unlock button to interrupt this function.

During convenience closing, first the windows and then the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof.

A variety of settings related to window operation can be made and adjusted using the

button and the

and

Opening and closing function buttons → Menu and system settings (SETUP) ꢀ .

The rotary control of the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof remains in the last position selected if the roof is closed from outside

the vehicle using convenience closing. It will have to be re-positioned the next time you drive.

In special driving situations, for example, oversteering or understeering, the open electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof can be

automatically closed to a small gap at speeds of approx. 30 km/h (18 mph).

Roll-back function of the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings →

ꢀ

Introduction

The roll-back function can reduce the risk of injury when the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof is being closed → ꢀ. If the electric

panorama sliding/tilting glass roof is not able to close because it is stiff or obstructed, it will automatically open again immediately.

Check why the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof has not closed.

Try to close the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof again.

If the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof is still stiff or obstructed, it stops at this point. Then close the electric panorama sliding/tilting

glass roof without the roll-back function

Closing the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof without the roll-back function

Pull the switch → Fig. 38 ⑤ ꢀ within approximately 5 seconds after the roll-back function has been triggered and hold it in this position until the

electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof is closed completely.

The electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof will then close without the roll-back function.

If the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof still cannot be closed, go to a qualified workshop.

If you let go of the switch during the closing procedure, the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof will open automatically.

WARNING

Closing the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof without the roll-back function can cause severe injuries.

Always be careful when closing the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof.

Ensure that nobody is obstructing the operating area of the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof, especially if the roll-back function is

not active.

The roll-back function does not prevent fingers or other body parts from being pressed against the roof frame and sustaining injury.

The roll-back function is also active if the windows and electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof are closed with the vehicle key

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