Get Driving -> Starter button Guide for Volkswagen Tayron SUV First Generation (2018-2025)

The starter button replaces the ignition lock (Press & Drive).

Vehicles with an automatic gearbox: The engine is started by pressing the starter button with the brake pedal depressed.

The vehicle can be activated only if there is a valid vehicle key in the vehicle.

Depending on equipment, the starter button flashes to indicate readiness for operation.

When leaving the vehicle, the electronic steering lock will be activated when the ignition is switched off and the driver door is opened

(→ Steering).

Switching the ignition on or off

In the lower section of the centre console: starter knob.

Vehicles with an automatic gearbox:

1. Press the starter button once without pressing the brake pedal → Starter button.

Switching off the ignition automatically

If the combustion engine was switched off by the start/stop system and the driver is detected as being absent by the vehicle, it is

possible to continue driving the vehicle within 30 seconds without restarting the engine manually. To do this, the driver’s door must be

closed and the seat belt fastened.

After the 30 seconds have elapsed, the ignition will otherwise switch off to prevent unintentional discharging of the 12-volt vehicle

battery. Observe any messages that appear on the instrument cluster display.

In order to protect the 12-volt vehicle battery, the ignition is switched off automatically when leaving the vehicle (under

certain conditions) in order to ensure that the vehicle can be restarted.

Automatically switching on the side lights

If the headlights are switched on at the time the ignition is automatically deactivated, the side lights are switched on either until the

vehicle is locked or for no more than about 30 minutes.

Engine restart function

If no valid vehicle key is detected in the vehicle interior when the engine has been switched off unintentionally, it is possible to restart

the engine within approximately 5 seconds.

After this time, the engine cannot be restarted without a valid vehicle key in the vehicle interior.

WARNING

The engine will start immediately if the brake pedal is pressed when the ignition is switched on. This can lead to unintentional vehicle

movements and cause serious injuries.

● If you do not want to start the engine, avoid pressing the brake pedal when switching on the ignition.

WARNING

If the vehicle key is left unattended in the vehicle, children or unauthorised persons could lock the doors and the boot lid, start the

engine or switch on the ignition and thus operate electrical equipment, e.g. electric windows. This can result in accidents and serious

or even fatal injuries.

● Take all vehicle keys with you every time you leave the vehicle.

WARNING

If children, people requiring assistance or animals are left unattended in the vehicle, they could accidentally set the vehicle in motion

or be exposed 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.

WARNING

If the vehicle is left when it is ready to drive, the vehicle could move suddenly or something unexpected could happen that might

cause damage, fire and serious injuries.

● Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running, particularly if a position is selected.

● Never leave the vehicle when its drive system is active.

● Always switch off the ignition before you leave the vehicle.

● When parking or exiting the vehicle, always ensure that the parking lock is engaged and that the electronic parking brake is

switched on.

● When leaving the vehicle always ensure that all doors, windows, the boot lid and bonnet are completely closed and locked.

NOTICE

If the vehicle has been driven at high load for a long period, the engine can overheat when it is switched off.

● Allow the engine to run in neutral for approximately 2 minutes before switching it off.

Before leaving the vehicle, always switch off the ignition manually and observe any information shown in the instrument

cluster display.

Leaving the vehicle stationary for long periods with the ignition switched on can discharge the 12-volt vehicle battery so that

the engine can no longer be started.

Starting the engine

1. Switch on the ignition.

2. Switch on the electronic parking brake.

3. Vehicles with an automatic gearbox: Depress and hold the brake pedal until the engine has started. Engage position or the

parking lock .

4. briefly press the starter button (→ Starter button). Do not press the accelerator when doing this. There must be a valid vehicle

key in the vehicle before the engine can be started.

5. Vehicles with a diesel engine: The engine start is delayed until preheating has been completed.

6. If the engine does not start immediately, stop the starting procedure and try again after around 1 minute.

7. the starter button is deactivated if the vehicle was locked using the vehicle key. If you are in the vehicle and need to start the

engine, unlock the vehicle first or perform an emergency start.

WARNING

Toxic gases can enter the vehicle interior if the engine is started in unventilated or closed spaces. This can cause serious injuries and

lead to death by suffocation.

● Never start the engine in unventilated or closed spaces or allow it to run in unventilated or closed spaces, e.g. in garages.

WARNING

Hot components and exhaust gases can ignite combustible or explosive materials located nearby. This can lead to fires and cause

serious or fatal injuries.

● Never start the engine or allow the engine to run if oil, fuel or other highly flammable service fluids are close to the vehicle or are

leaking from the vehicle.

● Never use start boosters.

WARNING

If the vehicle is left unattended with the vehicle’s drive system is active, it may lead to accidents and serious injuries.

● Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running, particularly if a gear or position has been selected.

NOTICE

Incorrect vehicle handling can increase component wear (e.g. on the engine or starter) or lead to damage.

● Avoid restarting the engine while the vehicle is in motion or directly after switching off the engine.

● When the engine is cold, avoid high engine speeds, strong acceleration and high engine loads.

● Please note that the density of air decreases with increasing altitude and this may make it more difficult to start the engine.

NOTICE

Unburnt fuel can damage the catalytic converter.

● Do not tow or push the vehicle to start it.

Do not warm up the engine by running it while the vehicle is stationary. Instead, pull off as soon as there is good visibility

through the windows. This helps the engine reach operating temperature faster and reduces emissions.

Electrical consumers with a high power consumption are switched off temporarily when the engine is started.

If there is no vehicle key in the vehicle or if it is not detected, a message will be shown on the instrument cluster display. This

may occur if the vehicle key is disrupted by another radio signal or is covered by another item such as an aluminium suitcase.

The engine cannot, for example, be started with the starter button if the button cell in the vehicle key is weak or flat. In this

case, use the emergency start function.

When starting from cold, the engine may run with increased operating noise for a short time. This is quite normal, and no

cause for concern.

When the fuel-powered supplementary heater is switched on, there may be slight smoke formation under the vehicle at

outside temperatures below around +5°C (around +41°F) on vehicles with a diesel engine.

Fault in engine management system

The warning lamp lights up red.

The drive power of the vehicle may be limited or there may be no power at all. It may not be possible to continue driving or this may be

possible only with restrictions.

1. Park the vehicle safely.

2. Observe the text message on the instrument cluster display.

3. Seek expert assistance and have the engine management system checked.

Fault in engine management system

The indicator lamp lights up yellow.

The drive power of the vehicle may be limited.

1. The instrument cluster display shows a text message Error: drive system. Please visit workshop.

2. Have the engine checked immediately by a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised

Volkswagen repairer.

Fault in engine management system

The indicator lamp lights up yellow.

The power has been limited to prevent components of the engine management system from overheating.

—The instrument cluster display shows a text message Error: drive system. Performance is restricted. is displayed on the instrument

cluster.

—It is possible to continue driving with reduced power.

The power limitation will be cancelled again in the following cases:

—The components of the engine management system are no longer in a critical temperature range.

Engine speed limited

The indicator lamp lights up yellow.

In order to prevent the engine from overheating, the engine speed has been limited. The engine speed is also shown in the instrument

cluster display.

The engine speed limitation will be cancelled again in the following cases:

—Engine is no longer in a critical temperature range.

—Foot is taken off the accelerator.

together with

Engine speed limitation due to fault in the engine management system

The indicator lamps light up yellow.

Engine speed limitation is activated due to a fault in the engine management system.

The power of the drive system may be limited.

1. Make sure that the displayed engine speed is not exceeded.

2. Have the engine checked immediately by a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised

Volkswagen repairer.

Glow plug system

Vehicles with a diesel engine:

The indicator lamp lights up yellow.

When the diesel engine is being pre-heated, the indicator lamp lights up in the instrument cluster display for a few seconds.

No valid vehicle key recognised

In the centre console: emergency start function.

A notification will appear in the instrument cluster display.

If the button cell in the vehicle key is weak or discharged, it is possible that the vehicle key will not be recognised.

In this case it is necessary to perform an emergency start:

1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.

2. Place the vehicle key on the mat with the key symbol → Fig. 1 (arrow) and press the starter button.

The ignition is switched on automatically, and in some cases the engine is started.

Engine cannot be started

A display will be shown in the instrument cluster display if an unauthorised vehicle key is used or there is a system fault.

1. Use an authorised vehicle key.

2. If the fault persists, seek expert assistance.

1. Bring the vehicle to a standstill →

.

2. Park the vehicle.

3. briefly press the starter button. If the engine cannot be switched off, carry out the emergency switch-off procedure.

4. Follow the instructions in the instrument cluster.

Warning before leaving the vehicle

In order to indicate that the vehicle is capable of rolling when leaving the vehicle, an acoustic warning signal sounds when the driver

door is opened and warning messages appear on the display of the instrument cluster.

Water vapour in cold and rainy conditions

If the vehicle is parked after driving in cold and rainy conditions, water vapour may emerge from the radiator grille for a short time. The

formation of water vapour on hot engine components is normal and does not constitute a technical defect.

WARNING

An unattended vehicle that is ready to drive can move unintentionally. This can lead to accidents and serious injuries.

● Never leave the vehicle unattended when the vehicle’s drive system is active.

● Always switch the ignition off and always engage the parking lock before leaving the vehicle.

● Always switch on the electronic parking brake when you park or leave the vehicle.

● When leaving the vehicle always ensure that all doors, windows, the boot lid and bonnet are completely closed and locked.

WARNING

When the engine is switched off, certain vehicle systems do not function or function only to a restricted extent, e.g. brake servo or

power steering. As a result, more force has to be used for steering and more pressure has to be applied to the brake pedal to stop the

vehicle. If the vehicle is in motion, this can cause loss of control over the vehicle, accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

● Never switch off the engine while the vehicle is in motion.

WARNING

The airbags and belt tensioners do not function when the engine is switched off. This can result in accidents and serious or fatal

injuries.

● Never switch off the engine while the vehicle is in motion.

WARNING

When the ignition is switched off, the steering lock may activate and you will no longer be able to steer the vehicle. If the vehicle is in

motion, this can cause loss of control over the vehicle, accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

● Never switch off the ignition while the vehicle is in motion.

WARNING

The components of the exhaust system become very hot and can ignite highly flammable materials, e.g. undergrowth, leaves, dry

grass or spilt fuel. This can lead to a fire and cause serious or fatal injuries.

● Always park the vehicle so that no part of the exhaust system can come into contact with highly flammable materials underneath

the vehicle.

● Never apply additional underseal or anti-corrosion coatings to the exhaust pipes, catalytic converters, heat shields or particulate

filter.

WARNING

If vehicle keys are left unattended in the vehicle, children or unauthorised persons could lock the doors and the boot lid, start the

engine and thus operate electrical equipment, such as the electric windows. This can result in accidents and serious or even fatal

injuries.

● Always take all vehicle keys with you when you leave the vehicle.

WARNING

If children, people requiring assistance or animals are left unattended in the vehicle, they could accidentally set the vehicle in motion

or be exposed 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.

NOTICE

If the vehicle has been driven at high load for a long period, the engine can overheat when it is switched off.

● Allow the engine to run in neutral for approximately 2 minutes before switching it off.

After the engine has been switched off, the radiator fan in the bonnet space may run on for a few minutes, even if the ignition

is switched off. The radiator fan will switch itself off automatically.

Engine cannot be switched off

The engine cannot be switched off by briefly pressing the starter button.

In this case it is necessary to perform an emergency switch-off procedure:

1. Press the starter button twice within a few seconds or press and hold once.

The engine switches off automatically (→ Starter button).

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