Get Rear Traffic Alert Guide for Volkswagen Tayron SUV First Generation (2018-2025)

In the digital instrument cluster display: adjusting the vehicle

and trailer angle.

Target trailer position.

Current position of the trailer.

1. Check that the prerequisites for Trailer Assist are met (→ Trailer manoeuvring system).

2. Release the steering wheel →

3. Tilt the rotary knob in the driver door until the desired direction is reached.

A representation of the vehicle and trailer in the target position → Fig. 2 5 and current position → Fig. 2 6 is shown on the

digital instrument cluster display for orientation purposes

4. Slowly accelerate and reverse. Keep an eye on the area around the vehicle.

5. Using the rotary knob → Fig. 1 1 , correct the angle to the left 2 or right 3 if necessary.

to drive in the direction of the trailer, press the rotary knob downward 4 .

The symbol indicates that the vehicle is being steered straight and in the direction of the trailer.

6. Manoeuvre the vehicle until the required position is reached.

The manoeuvring operation has been completed when a corresponding message is displayed on the digital instrument cluster.

An acoustic signal may also sound.

WARNING

The steering wheel is turned quickly during manoeuvring. Reaching into the steering wheel can cause serious injuries.

● Take over steering only when the system requests you to do so.

● Take over steering in a hazardous situation.

The exterior mirrors cannot be adjusted while Trailer Assist is active.

The vehicle cannot be driven at speeds above around 6 km/h (around 4 mph) while Trailer Assist is active.

Rear Traffic Alert monitors crossing traffic at the rear when reversing out of a parking space or manoeuvring.

Function

Monitored area around the vehicle leaving the parking space

(illustration).

Radar sensors behind the rear bumper cover monitor the rear and side areas of the vehicle.

The system detects approaching moving objects and warns the driver about the obstacle → Fig. 2, → . A warning signal is issued

and the obstacle area is shown in colour in the Infotainment system → Fig. 2.

An automatic braking intervention can take place if the driver does not react (→ Automatic braking intervention).

WARNING

Rear Traffic Alert is not a substitute for the full attention of the driver and operates only within the limits of the system. For

stationary, slow-moving or very fast approaching objects, the system may not react or may not react in time. If you do not pay due

attention, 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 always responsible for all driving tasks.

● Pay attention to the traffic situation and the area around the vehicle when driving out of a parking space.

● React promptly to the visual and acoustic warnings of Rear Traffic Alert.

Switching on and off

1. Tap the

2. Tap the

function button on the Infotainment system.

Settings function button.

3. Switch Rear Traffic Alert on or off.

Rear Traffic Alert can also be switched on and off in the vehicle settings (→ Vehicle settings menu).

Depending on country, Rear Traffic Alert is always switched on when the ignition is switched on.

Depending on country, this setting can be saved in the user accounts of the personalisation function and can therefore change

automatically when the user account is changed.

Display

Infotainment system: Rear Traffic Alert display (illustration).

Red image segment: close obstacle. The vehicle is at risk. Drive carefully out of the parking space and brake if necessary.

Yellow image segment: other road users in the vicinity of the vehicle.

Setting the volume

The volume of the warning signal can be adjusted via the rear volume setting of Park Distance Control.

1. Tap the

2. Tap

function button on the Infotainment system.

Settings .

Park Distance Control settings .

3. Tap

4. Adjust value for Rear volume.

Driving with a trailer

If a trailer is electrically connected to a factory-fitted towing bracket, Rear Traffic Alert is switched off. After disconnecting the

electrical trailer connection, Rear Traffic Alert is automatically switched on again.

Rear Traffic Alert must be switched off and on manually if a non-factory-fitted towing bracket is used.

WARNING

Loose objects may be flung through the vehicle interior in the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre. This can lead to loss

of control over the vehicle and cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

● Stow objects only in closed stowage compartments.

● Always keep stowage compartments closed while the vehicle is in motion.

● Do not place mobile devices or similar objects in the stowage system of the rear centre armrest while the vehicle is in motion.

● The coat hooks in the vehicle should only be used for lightweight clothing weighing max. 2.5 kg (approx. 5.5 lbs).

● Never leave any heavy, hard or sharp objects in the pockets of clothing.

WARNING

Incorrect use of the drink holders can cause injury. While driving, in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or in the event of an

accident, objects located in the drink holder can be flung about the vehicle and hot drinks spilled. This can cause serious injuries and

serious scalding.

● Place only soft, break-proof and closed containers in the drink holder.

● Integrated stowage systems in the rear centre armrest must always be used in the locked end positions.

● Never place hot drinks in a drink holder.

● Make sure that only drinks of the appropriate size are placed in the drink holder. Drinks must always be stored securely in the drink

holder.

WARNING

If the glove box is open while driving, objects could be flung through the vehicle interior. This can lead to loss of control over the

vehicle and cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

● Always keep the glove box closed while the vehicle is in motion.

WARNING

Any lighters in the vehicle could be damaged or lit without being noticed, for example by high surface temperatures. This could lead

to serious burns and other injuries.

● Before closing stowage areas or compartments always make sure that there is no lighter in the way.

● Never stow lighters in stowage areas or compartments or on other surfaces in the vehicle.

WARNING

Closed drink bottles can explode in the vehicle in extreme heat or burst in extremely cold temperatures and cause serious injuries.

● Never leave closed drink bottles in an extremely hot or extremely cold vehicle for extended periods.

NOTICE

Objects kept in the vehicle could be damaged or could cause damage to the vehicle when exposed to strong sunlight or the effects of

heat or cold.

● Do not stow any temperature-sensitive objects, food or medicines inside the vehicle.

● Please note that objects made of translucent materials, e.g. transparent suction pads on the windows, concentrate sunlight.

NOTICE

Depending on equipment, the rear centre armrest may have a stowage system. Folding in the rear centre armrest when the stowage

system is open can damage the drink holder.

● Before folding in the rear centre armrest, make sure that any objects have been removed and that the integrated stowage systems

are closed or folded in.

Rear Traffic Alert for Your Volkswagen Tayron SUV First Generation (2018-2025)

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