Parking and maneuvering
Parking the vehicle
Parking
1. Press and hold the brake pedal.
2. In vehicles with an automatic transmission, move the selector lever into the P position.
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. Release the brake.
7. To engage the steering lock, you may need to turn the steering wheel slightly.
8. Exit the vehicle ⇒
. Pay attention to other road users.
9. 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 ⇒
.
NOTICE
Any unevenness in the ground, as well as sand or mud, may prevent the vehicle from being parked safely. This can result
in damage to the vehicle.
Always park the vehicle on firm and level ground.
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