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.
Unused ball coupling
Swivel in the ball coupling or remove it if there is no trailer, bicycle carrier or similar attached to the ball coupling. This applies in
particular if the unused ball coupling covers the number plate or the lighting at the rear of the vehicle. Observe the country-specific
regulations on use of a towing bracket →
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Points to note
Before driving with a trailer, pay attention to possible functional restrictions of the assist and parking systems.
DANGER
It is dangerous to transport people in a trailer and it may also be illegal.
● Never transport people in a trailer.
WARNING
Improper use of the towing bracket can lead to a loss of vehicle control, accidents and serious or fatal injuries.
● Attach and use the trailer in accordance with the instructions supplied by the respective manufacturer.
● Use the towing bracket only if it is undamaged and fitted correctly.
● Do not carry out any alterations or repairs to the towing bracket. If required by the trailer manufacturer’s installation instructions,
removal of the coating on the ball head is permitted.
WARNING
When the ball coupling is swivelled out, there is an increased risk of accidents and serious injuries for pedestrians and cyclists when
vehicles are parked and also in the event of rear-end collisions.
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