Get Driver assist systems -> Drowsiness Monitor Guide for Volkswagen Tayron SUV First Generation (2018-2025)

On the instrument cluster display: Drowsiness Monitor

symbol.

The Drowsiness Monitor informs the driver if their driving shows signs of fatigue.

The Drowsiness Monitor determines the driver’s driving behaviour while driving and uses this information to evaluate the tiredness of

the driver. If the system detects that the driver is tired, it provides a visual indication of this on the instrument cluster display by means

of a warning or indicator lamp in combination with a supplementary text message and also issues an acoustic warning → Warning

levels of the Drowsiness Monitor. The text message is shown in the instrument cluster display for around 6 seconds.

Function conditions

The function is only activated at a speed above around 65 km/h (around 40 mph) and is then deactivated again at a speed below

60 km/h (around 37 mph).

WARNING

The Drowsiness Monitor is not a substitute for the full attention of the driver and operates only within the limits of the system. The

Drowsiness Monitor therefore may not detect that the driver is tired in all situations and may not warn or may warn with a delay or in

an undesired way. There is a risk of accidents and serious or even fatal injuries.

● Always pay due attention and do not rely exclusively on the system. The driver is responsible at all times for their fitness to drive.

● Observe the system limits (→ Drowsiness Monitor).

● Never drive a vehicle when you are tired.

● During long trips, take regular and sufficient breaks.

● Follow the information in the instrument cluster display and respond according to the requests (→ Drowsiness Monitor).

The Drowsiness Monitor has system-related limitations. The following conditions can limit the function of the Drowsiness Monitor, or

prevent it from working altogether:

—Speeds below around 60 km/h (around 37 mph).

—Speeds above around 130 km/h (around 80 mph).

—Twisting roads.

—Poor roads.

—Adverse weather conditions.

—Road works.

—Sporty driving style.

—Towing a heavy or long trailer (→ Trailer towing).

—The driver is heavily distracted.

The Drowsiness Monitor has been developed for use only while driving on motorways and good main roads.

Microsleep

No urgent warning is issued for microsleep.

Resetting the Drowsiness Monitor

The Drowsiness Monitor is reset in the following situations:

—The ignition is switched off.

—The driver seat belt is unfastened and the driver door is open.

—The vehicle has been stationary for longer than around 30 minutes.

Switching on and off

Depending on the country, the Drowsiness Monitor is always switched on when the engine is started.

If required, you can switch off the Drowsiness Monitor manually in the Infotainment system:

1. Open the Assist systems menu.

2. Switch the Drowsiness Monitor on or off in the corresponding submenu.

Adjusting the sensitivity

You can adjust the sensitivity of the Drowsiness Monitor manually and therefore influence how quickly the system reacts to your

driving behaviour.

In the Infotainment system:

1. Open Assist systems.

2. Select the Drowsiness Monitor menu.

3. Select sensitivity in the Sensitivity submenu.

Hiding messages via the multifunction steering wheel

1. Press the

button on the multifunction steering wheel.

If the system detects that the driver is tired, it provides a visual indication of this on the instrument cluster display by means of a

warning or indicator lamp in combination with a supplementary text message and an acoustic warning. A warning is issued in three

levels.

Drowsiness Monitor warning – Level 1

The system has detected that the driver is starting to become tired.

An acoustic warning sounds. A white indicator lamp appears together with a text message on the instrument cluster display.

Consider taking a break.

Drowsiness Monitor warning – Level 2

The system has detected that the driver is becoming increasingly tired.

An acoustic warning sounds. A red warning lamp appears together with a text message on the instrument cluster display.

Consider taking a break soon.

Drowsiness Monitor warning – Level 3

Acute risk detected.

An acoustic warning sounds. A red warning lamp appears together with a text message on the instrument cluster display. Acute

risk to traffic. Stop your journey as quickly as possible and drive as a matter of urgency to the nearest place where it is possible

to take a break.

Time-dependent information

The Drowsiness Monitor detects a journey time of 4.5 hours without a break and without recognised tiredness on the part of the

driver.

A white indicator lamp appears together with a text message on the instrument cluster display. Consider taking a break.

Drowsiness Monitor is not available

An acoustic warning sounds. A yellow indicator lamp appears in combination with the yellow central warning lamp. A text message is

also displayed on the instrument cluster display and in the Vehicle status menu.

—Fault or malfunction. Switch off and restart the engine. Check the settings for the Drowsiness Monitor in the Infotainment system

(→ Drowsiness Monitor).

—The system limits of the Drowsiness Monitor are not met (→ Drowsiness Monitor).

—If the problem persists, go to a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.

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