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2022-2025 Volkswagen Touran 4 Door Instrument cluster User Manual

MY CAR USER MANUAL

Instrument cluster for Your Volkswagen Touran 4 Door Third Generation (2022-2025)

Symbols in the instrument cluster  
The warning and indicator lights can turn on individually or in combination with each other and indicate warnings,  
malfunctions and certain functions. Some warning and indicator lights come on when you switch the ignition on and  
must turn off after some time.  
Information on other indicator lights, e.g. in switches or on control panels, can be found in the corresponding  
chapters.  
WARNING  
Failure to respond to illuminated warning lights and messages may result in a vehicle breakdown, accidents and  
serious injuries or death.  
● Never ignore illuminated warning lights and messages.  
● Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.  
Due to continuous vehicle development, the warning and indicator lights listed here may differ from those in  
the vehicle after an update.  
Do not continue driving!  
Central warning light→ Priority 1 warning message  
Fastening the safety belt→ Fasten seat belts reminder  
Electronic parking brake switched on→ Electronic parking brake  
Electronic parking brake holding force is too low→ Electronic parking brake  
button for the electronic parking brake faulty→ / electronic parking brake button faulty or  
malfunctioning  
Do not continue driving!  
Electronic parking brake malfunction→ Electronic parking brake malfunction  
Do not continue driving!  
Brake system malfunction → Brake system malfunction  
Do not continue driving!  
Brake fluid level low→ Brake fluid level  
Take over steering and be ready to brake.→ Introduction  
Do not continue driving!  
Oil level too low→ Engine oil level very low  
Do not continue driving!  
Oil pressure too low→ Engine oil pressure too low  
Do not continue driving!  
Coolant system has malfunctioned→ Coolant  
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Do not continue driving!  
Steering malfunction → Steering malfunction  
Rear Traffic Alert has detected an obstacle to the rear→ Rear Traffic Alert  
Do not continue driving!  
12 V power supply has malfunctioned→ 12-volt power supply  
Collision warning → Warning levels and braking support  
Take over the steering immediately→ Take over the steering immediately  
Emergency Assist is taking control, adaptive lane guidance active→ Driving with Emergency  
Assist  
Emergency Assist is taking control, adaptive lane guidance inactive→ Driving with  
Emergency Assist  
Do not continue driving!  
Transmission overheating → Transmission overheating  
Advanced drowsiness detected→ Warning Levels of the Drowsiness Monitor  
Acute risk to road traffic → Warning Levels of the Drowsiness Monitor  
SCR malfunction → SCR malfunction  
AdBlue fill level too low→ AdBlue® level too low  
Central warning lamp → Priority 2 warning message  
Airbag or Safety Belt Pretensioner with Diagnostic Device Switched off→ Indicator light  
Airbag or Safety Belt Pretensioner Malfunction→ Indicator light  
Function check of the airbag indicator light→ Indicator light  
Front passenger's front airbag switched off→ Switching the Front Passenger's Front Airbag  
On and Off  
Front passenger's front airbag enabled→ Switching the Front Passenger's Front Airbag On  
and Off  
Limited function in the emergency call system→ Limited function in the legally mandated  
eCall Emergency System  
Malfunction in the emergency call system→ Malfunction in the legally mandated eCall  
Emergency System  
Emergency Call Service limited→ Emergency Call Service limited  
Emergency Call Service faulty → Emergency Call Service malfunction  
Electronic parking brake malfunction→ Electronic parking brake malfunction  
Brake booster malfunction → Brake Booster Malfunction  
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Check brake pads→ Brake pad wear indicator  
Comes on: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction→ ESC malfunction  
Blinking: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or anti-slip regulation (ASR) is active→ Electronic  
Stability Control (ESC)  
Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR) switched off→ ASR Off  
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) malfunction → ABS failure or malfunction  
Engine oil system malfunction → or Engine oil system malfunction  
Engine oil level too low→ Engine oil level too low  
Engine oil level too high→ Engine oil level too high  
Engine oil system malfunction → or Engine oil system malfunction  
Fuel tank almost empty→ Fuel tank almost empty  
Semi-automated driving assistance (Travel Assist) not available→ Comfort drive Travel  
Assist is not available or is not working as expected  
Water in diesel fuel→ Water in diesel fuel  
Exterior lighting malfunction → Exterior lighting malfunction  
Rear fog lights switched on→ Switching on and off the rear fog light  
Rain/light sensor malfunction → Rain/light sensor malfunction, → Rain/light sensor  
malfunction  
Windshield wiper malfunction → Windshield wiper malfunction  
Washer fluid level too low→ Washer fluid level too low  
Steering malfunction → Steering malfunction  
Tire pressure low → Tire pressure low, → Tire pressure low  
Tire pressure monitoring system malfunction → Tire pressure monitoring system  
malfunction, → Tire pressure monitoring system malfunction  
No or restricted sensor range of the driver assistance systems→ No forward sensor range or  
limited forward sensor range  
Autonomous Emergency Braking (Front Assist) not available→ Autonomous Emergency  
Braking (Front Assist) not available or has limited availability  
Autonomous Emergency Braking (Front Assist) switched off→ Using Front Assist  
Lane Keeping System (Lane Assist) switched off→ Driving with Lane Assist  
Speed limiter not available→ Speed limiter not available  
Cruise control system malfunction → Cruise control system malfunction  
Adjustable Speed Warning → Driving data menu  
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) not available→ ACC is not available  
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Semi-automated vehicle assistance in a medical emergency (Emergency Assist) not available  
→ Semi-automated vehicle assistance in a medical emergency (Emergency Assist) not  
available  
Lane Assist not available → Lane Assist not available  
Lane Assist regulating → Driving with Lane Assist  
Side Assist malfunction → Side Assist malfunction  
Rear Traffic Alert brakes→ Automatic braking intervention  
Engine management malfunction → Engine control malfunction  
Exhaust system malfunction → Exhaust-related malfunction  
Diesel engine prewarming → Start the engine, → Preglow system or engine control  
Particulate filter clogged with soot→ Particulate filter clogged with soot  
Engine speed limited → Engine speed limited  
12-volt power supply malfunction→ 12-volt power supply  
Transmission malfunction → Clutch slips  
Transmission overheating → Transmission overheating  
Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) malfunction→ Adaptive chassis control malfunction  
Ball mount of the trailer hitch not secured→ Ball mount of the trailer hitch not secured  
Vehicle key not in the vehicle→ Valid vehicle key cannot be detected  
Drowsiness monitor malfunction → Limited availability of the Drowsiness Monitor  
Drowsiness monitor not available→ Drowsiness Monitor not available  
Advanced Road Sign Display is not available→ Advanced Road Sign Display is not available  
SCR malfunction → SCR malfunction  
AdBlue fill level low→ AdBlue® level low  
Press the brake pedal.→ The engine is not starting  
Vehicle is kept stationary→ Auto Hold  
Turn signal → Turn signal indicator light  
Trailer turn signal→ Trailer turn signal indicator light  
Cruise control switched on, regulation active→ Introduction  
Speed limiter is switched on, regulation active→ Introduction  
Lane Keeping System (Lane Assist) ready to take control→ Driving with Lane Assist  
Semi-automated driving assistance (Travel Assist) active→ Introduction  
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) regulates, no vehicle driving ahead is detected→ Switching  
ACC on and off  
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) regulates, vehicle driving ahead is detected→ Switching ACC  
on and off  
Main beam or headlight flasher → Switching the high beam headlights on and off  
High beam control (Light Assist) switched on→ Switching on high beam control (Light  
Assist), → Switching on Dynamic Light Assist  
Cruise control switched on, regulation not active→ Introduction  
Speed limiter switched on, regulation not active→ Introduction  
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is not regulating; a vehicle is detected driving ahead  
→ Switching ACC on and off  
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is not regulating; no vehicle is detected driving ahead  
→ Switching ACC on and off  
Lane Keeping System (Lane Assist) not ready to take control→ Driving with Lane Assist  
Semi-automated driving assistance (Travel Assist) inactive, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)  
active, adaptive lane guidance passive → Introduction  
Semi-automated driving assistance (Travel Assist) deactivated→ Introduction  
Outside temperature is below +4 °C (+39 °F)→ Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro Information  
Displays, → Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic Information Displays  
Start/Stop system active → Start-stop system  
Start/Stop system not available → Start-stop system  
Service due → Service interval display  
Drowsiness detected → Warning Levels of the Drowsiness Monitor  
Advanced Road Sign Display partially deactivated→ Advanced Road Sign Display is partially  
deactivated  
High beam control (Light Assist) active → High beam assistance (Light Assist), → Advanced  
high beam control (Dynamic Light Assist)  
Take over the steering→ Take over the steering  
Autonomous Emergency Braking (Front Assist) starts→ Autonomous Emergency Braking  
starts  
Distance warning → Warning levels and braking support  
Eco driving mode→ Driving mode properties  
Comfort driving mode→ Driving mode properties  
Normal driving mode→ Driving mode properties  
Sport driving mode→ Driving mode properties  
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Individual driving mode→ Driving mode properties  
Mobile phone battery charge level → Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro Information Displays,  
→ Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic Information Displays  
Note about information in the Owner's Manual→ Note about information in the Owner's  
Manual  
Adjustment due to a bend→ Driving with predictive cruise control  
Adjustment due to an intersection → Driving with predictive cruise control  
Adjustment due to a roundabout→ Driving with predictive cruise control  
SCR malfunction → SCR malfunction  
AdBlue fill level low→ AdBlue® level low  
Rear seat information muted→ Parking  
Speed adjustment due to a speed restriction→ Driving with predictive cruise control  
Mobile phone connected via Bluetooth® → Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro Information  
Displays, → Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic Information Displays  
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Warning and information texts  
The status of some functions inside the vehicle and vehicle components are checked when the ignition is switched on  
or while driving. Malfunctions are indicated by red and yellow warning symbols in the instrument cluster display and  
may also be signaled audibly in some cases. The appearance of texts and symbols may vary depending on the  
instrument cluster version.  
Any malfunctions currently occurring can also be manually called up. To do this, open theVehicle status or Vehicle  
menu (→ Vehicle settings menu).  
Priority 1 warning message  
The red central warning light flashes or comes on, in some cases together with warning tones or additional symbols.  
Do not continue driving! There is a hazard. Check the malfunction. Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or  
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility immediately for assistance.  
Priority 2 warning message  
The yellow central warning light flashes or comes on, in some cases together with warning tones or additional  
symbols. Malfunctions or insufficient operating fluids can cause vehicle damage and vehicle malfunctions. Check the  
malfunction as soon as possible. Immediately contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen  
Service Facility to have the system checked. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or  
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Note about information in the Owner's Manual  
You can find more information about the existing warning message in the Owner's Manual.  
Informational text  
Information about various processes in the vehicle.  
If there are multiple warning messages, the symbols will appear consecutively for several seconds. The  
symbols will appear until the malfunction is corrected.  
If warning messages about malfunctions appear when the ignition is switched on, settings or information  
displays may not appear as described. If the malfunction persists, contact a suitably qualified professional.  
Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service  
Facility.  
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Introduction to the instrument cluster  
The vehicle is equipped with a Volkswagen Digital Cockpit. The instrument cluster shows essential information, such  
as speed.  
In addition, the following functions, among others, are available depending on the equipment:  
—Various menus, such as for the driver assistance systems.  
—Status displays for the driver assistance systems.  
—Display messages.  
—Warning and indicator lights.  
—Information about economy and range.  
Content can be individually adapted and settings can be changed in the menus.  
WARNING  
Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit and Infotainment system can distract you from traffic. If the driver is  
distracted while driving, accidents and serious or fatal injuries can occur.  
● Always drive attentively and responsibly.  
● Never operate the instrument cluster while driving.  
● Only adjust any settings in the instrument cluster or Infotainment system when the vehicle is stationary.  
WARNING  
If there is a serious fault in the instrument cluster, the display may be turned off. The warning light may also come  
on here. No further warnings can be displayed. This may result in vehicle breakdowns while driving, accidents and  
serious or fatal injuries.  
● Safely stop the vehicle.  
● See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.  
After starting the engine when the 12 V vehicle battery is severely drained or when it has been replaced or  
jump-started, the system settings, e.g. personal convenience settings and programming, and user profiles  
may be changed or erased. Check and correct the settings after the 12 V vehicle battery is sufficiently  
recharged.  
In very low outside temperatures, the indicators on the instrument cluster display may take slightly longer to  
turn on than in warm outside temperatures.  
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Pro Volkswagen Digital Cockpit overview  
The Pro Volkswagen Digital Cockpit is a pro version of the digital instrument cluster with a high-resolution TFT color  
display. By selecting different information profiles, other displays can be shown in addition to the standard dials, such  
as the tachometer. The term Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro is used to refer to the “Pro digital instrument cluster” in  
the following.  
Fig. 1 In the instrument panel: Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro(general example).  
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2
3
4
5
Tachometer (RPM of the running engine).  
Currently engaged gear or selector lever level .  
Displays.  
Speedometer.  
Digital speed display.  
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Operating the Pro Digital Instrument Cluster  
Fig. 1 Right side of the multi-function steering wheel:  
Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro.  
Fig. 2 On the right side of the steering column: buttons on  
the windshield wiper lever.  
Vehicles with a multi-function steering wheel do not have buttons on the windshield wiper lever. The Volkswagen  
Digital Cockpit Pro is then exclusively operated via the buttons on the multi-function steering wheel. The functions of  
buttons on the multi-function steering wheel vary depending on the vehicle equipment.  
Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:Menus cannot be opened when a priority 1 warning message is  
displayed (→ Warning and information texts). You can confirm and hide some messages using the  
multi-function steering wheel → fig. 1 , .  
button on the  
Vehicles without multi-function steering wheel:Menus cannot be opened when a priority 1 warning message is  
displayed (→ Warning and information texts). You can confirm and hide some messages using the  
→ fig. 2  
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button.  
Opening a Menu or Information Display  
Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:  
1. Switch the ignition on.  
2. If a message or vehicle icon is displayed, press the  
button, repeatedly if necessary.  
3. To display a menu and to scroll through the menu, press the or button.  
4. To open the displayed menu or the information display, press the  
button on the windshield wiper lever or  
wait until the menu or information display opens automatically after a few seconds.  
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Vehicles without multi-function steering wheel:  
1. Switch the ignition on.  
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2. If a message or vehicle icon is displayed, press the  
button → fig. 2  
, repeatedly if necessary.  
3. To go to the menu selection or to return to the menu selection from a menu or information display, press and  
2
hold the rocker switch → fig. 2  
.
4. To scroll through the menus, press the rocker switch upward or downward.  
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5. To open the displayed menu or the information display, press the  
menu or information display opens automatically after a few seconds.  
→ fig. 2  
button or wait until the  
Applying settings in the menus  
Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:  
1. Press the or arrow button in the displayed menu until the desired menu selection is marked.  
The item is marked with a frame around it.  
2. Press the  
button to apply the desired changes.  
A check mark indicates that the respective function is switched on.  
3. To return to the menu selection, press the or button.  
Vehicles without multi-function steering wheel:  
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1. In the displayed menu, press the rocker switch→ fig. 2  
selection is marked.  
upward or downward until the desired menu  
The item is marked with a frame around it.  
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2. Press the  
button → fig. 2  
to apply the desired changes.  
A check mark indicates that the respective function is switched on.  
3. To return to the menu selection, select theBack menu selection or press and hold the rocker switch→ fig. 2  
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.
VIEW button on multi-function steering wheel  
You can use the  
button to switch between the classic display of dials, the large platform without information  
profiles, and the enhanced view with highlighted information profiles. The classic display shows the large dials on the  
right and left side, and the selected information profile is displayed in the center.  
1. Press and hold the  
button to select from the preset information profiles in the list:  
Classic  
View without information profiles.  
Automatic  
The information profiles adjust to the selected driving mode. Only for vehicles with Driving Mode Selection.  
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Preset 1  
Individual selection of information profiles  
Preset 2  
Individual selection of information profiles  
Preset 3  
Only on vehicles with standard factory-installed navigation system.  
Navigation map in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro  
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro may display a detailed navigation map.  
The navigation map can be displayed in three sizes. With the larger map view, the navigation map is shown across the  
entire display. To select the desired map size, proceed as follows:  
1. Open the Navigation menu.  
2. Press the  
button on the multi-function steering wheel to switch between the map sizes.  
3. Press the or arrow buttons on the multi-function steering wheel to zoom in or out.  
4. When zooming manually, press the  
button on the multi-function steering wheel to switch to auto-zoom.  
Depending on the equipment, navigation will be shown on two screens or only on one screen. The navigation map  
may appear in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro and in the Infotainment system or just in the Infotainment system.  
If the navigation map is shown in the Infotainment system, only navigation arrows are shown in the Volkswagen  
Digital Cockpit.  
If warning messages about malfunctions appear when the ignition is switched on, settings or information  
displays may not appear as described. If the malfunction persists, contact a suitably qualified professional.  
Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service  
Facility.  
WARNING  
Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit and Infotainment system can distract you from traffic. If the driver is  
distracted while driving, accidents and serious or fatal injuries can occur.  
● Always drive attentively and responsibly.  
● Never operate the instrument cluster while driving.  
● Only adjust any settings in the instrument cluster or Infotainment system when the vehicle is stationary.  
Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro Information Displays  
Information profiles  
Using the Digital Cockpit menu item in the vehicle Infotainment system vehicle settings, you can select different,  
topic-specific information profiles (→ Vehicle settings menu). Depending on the selected information profile, the  
Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro may show additional information in the center of the dials or the dials may be hidden  
and the additional information shown across the entire display. The following information profiles can be selected:  
—Audio. Digital display of the current audio playback  
—Comfort drive Travel Assist. Visual display of various driver assistance systems .  
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—Distance Display of the distance driven.  
—Gear indicator Display of the current gear or the selected gear.  
—Speed Display of the speed.  
—Navigation Graphic display of arrow navigation  
—Range. Display of the range.  
—Consumption Graphic display of the current consumption and the digital display of the average consumption  
—Advanced Road Sign Display. Display of detected traffic signs.  
—Destination arrival information. Display of remaining driving time, the distance to the destination, and the  
estimated arrival time.  
Depending on the equipment, the number and scope of the information profiles that can be selected may vary.  
Possible displays in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro  
Depending on the vehicle equipment, different information may be shown in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro:  
—Outside temperature display.  
—Road signs detected by Advanced Road Sign Display.  
—Driver assistance systems.  
—Driving data menu and menus for various settings.  
—Gear recommendation (→ Gear recommendation).  
—Speed warnings.  
—Speed warning for winter tires.  
—Open doors, hood and trunk lid.  
—Infotainment system and navigation information.  
—Odometer displays.  
—Compass display.  
—Radiator fan run-on.  
—Engine code (EC  
).  
—Driver personalization: greeting and user selection .  
—Service interval display.  
—Status display for the start-stop system .  
—Phone information.  
—Time.  
—Selector lever position.  
—Warning and information texts.  
—Warning and indicator lights (→ Symbols in the instrument cluster).  
Outside temperature display  
When outside temperatures are colder than approximately +4 °C(approximately +39 °F), a snowflake symbol also  
appears on the outside temperature display. This symbol remains on until the outside temperature rises above +6 °C  
(approximately +43 °F).  
In the following situations, the temperature displayed may be higher than the actual outside temperature due to heat  
radiating from the engine:  
—When the vehicle is stationary  
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—When auxiliary heating is on  
—When the driving speed is very low  
The measurement range is from -50 °C(approximately -58 °F) to +75 °C (approximately +167 °F).  
WARNING  
Roads may be icy when outside temperatures are low, even if they are above the freezing point. There is an  
increased risk of an accident on icy roads. This could result in serious or fatal injuries.  
● If the symbol is displayed in the instrument cluster display, drive with extra caution.  
● Always adapt your speed and driving style to the visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.  
● Never rely solely on the outside temperature display.  
Gear recommendation  
A recommendation to select a fuel-saving gear may be displayed in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit while driving  
(→ Gear recommendation).  
Open doors, hood and trunk lid  
If, after unlocking the vehicle and while driving, any doors and/or the hood or trunk lid are open, this is displayed in  
the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit and an audible signal may also sound.  
Speed warning for winter tires  
If the set maximum speed is exceeded, this will be shown in the digital instrument cluster.  
Settings for the speed warning can be adjusted in the vehicle settings in the Infotainment system (→ Winter tires).  
Compass display  
When the ignition is switched on, the instrument cluster display shows an abbreviation to indicate the direction the  
vehicle is currently traveling, for example “NW” for northwest.  
If the Infotainment system is switched on and route guidance is not active, the graphic display of a compass is also  
available.  
Odometer displays  
The odometer registers the total distance that the vehicle has driven.  
The trip trip odometer shows the miles that were driven since the trip odometer was last reset.  
1. Reset the odometer via the Infotainment system or the service menu (→ Service menu).  
Radiator fan run-on  
This indicator appears after the ignition has been switched off, if the radiator fan continues to run.  
The radiator fan may continue running due to:  
—Exhaust gas post-treatment, through particulate filter regeneration, for example.  
—Active brake cooling after descent.  
—Dissipation of engine heat after high load, e.g. trailer mode.  
Engine code (EC)  
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1. Open the service menu (→ Service menu).  
2. Select the Engine code menu item.  
Phone information  
If a cell phone is connected via Bluetooth, the Bluetooth symbol will be displayed in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit.  
The symbol also indicates the charge level of the mobile device.  
Selector lever position  
The selector lever position that is engaged is shown on the left side of the selector lever and in the Volkswagen  
Digital Cockpit.  
If necessary, the respective gear is displayed in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit when in the D/S selector lever position  
and when in tiptronic mode (→ Automatic transmission (combination)).  
Some settings can be saved in the driver personalization user profiles and can then be changed automatically  
when the user profile is switched .  
Suitably qualified professionals can program or modify additional functions depending on the vehicle  
equipment. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen  
Service Facility.  
There are different instrument clusters; therefore the versions and appearances of the displays may vary.  
Malfunctions will only be indicated by indicator lights if the display does not have warning or information  
texts.  
Some displays in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit may be hidden due to events that occur suddenly, e.g.  
incoming phone calls.  
Depending on the equipment, some settings and displays may also appear in the Infotainment  
system.  
Basic Volkswagen Digital Cockpit overview  
The Basic Volkswagen Digital Cockpit is a basic version of the digital instrument cluster with a high-resolution TFT  
color display. By selecting different views, e.g. tachometer, and different displays in the main display area and in the  
secondary display areas, further content can be shown. The term “Basic digital instrument cluster” is used to refer to  
the Basic Volkswagen Digital Cockpit in the following.  
Fig. 1 In the instrument panel: Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic(general example).  
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
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Secondary display area.  
Time, compass and temperature.  
Main display area.  
Secondary display area.  
Currently engaged gear or selector lever level.  
Active driver assistance.  
Range.  
Coolant temperature display.  
Fuel gauge.  
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Operating the Basic Digital Instrument Cluster  
Fig. 1 Right side of the multi-function steering wheel:  
Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic.  
Fig. 2 On the right side of the steering column: buttons on  
the windshield wiper lever.  
Vehicles with a multi-function steering wheel do not have buttons on the windshield wiper lever. The Volkswagen  
Digital Cockpit Basic is then exclusively operated via the buttons on the multi-function steering wheel. The functions  
of buttons on the multi-function steering wheel vary depending on the vehicle equipment.  
Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:Menus cannot be opened when a priority 1 warning message is  
displayed (→ Warning and information texts). You can confirm and hide some messages using the  
multi-function steering wheel → fig. 1 , .  
button on the  
Vehicles without multi-function steering wheel:Menus cannot be opened when a priority 1 warning message is  
displayed (→ Warning and information texts). You can confirm and hide some messages using the  
→ fig. 2  
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button.  
Views in the main display area  
1. Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:Press the  
The following views can be shown in the display area:  
button to switch the main display.  
Digital view  
Digital speedometer with secondary displays.  
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Speed  
Classic display of the speedometer as a dial.  
Tachometer  
Classic display of the tachometer as a dial.  
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the amount of information shown and the scope thereof may vary.  
After switching off the ignition, a display is shown with information on the vehicle status, e.g. total  
mileage.  
In the Speed and Tachometer views, an additional secondary display can be configured in the center of the  
dial.  
Selecting secondary displays  
Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:The secondary displays can be configured or hidden independently of  
each other. Various driving data, navigation information or information about audio playback or phone interfaces can  
be shown on the secondary displays. To select the secondary displays, proceed as follows:  
1. Select the right or left secondary display area using the or buttons.  
2. Select the preferred secondary display using the and arrow buttons.  
3. Confirm your selection with the  
button.  
Selecting secondary displays in the dial  
Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:  
1. Select the preferred secondary display using the and arrow buttons.  
2. Confirm your selection with the  
button.  
Vehicles without multi-function steering wheel:  
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1. To open the secondary displays, press the rocker switch→ fig. 2  
upward or downward.  
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2. To scroll through the menus, press the rocker switch→ fig. 2  
upward or downward.  
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3. Press the  
button → fig. 2  
to confirm the selected secondary display.  
If warning messages about malfunctions appear when the ignition is switched on, settings or information  
displays may not appear as described. If the malfunction persists, contact a suitably qualified professional.  
Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service  
Facility.  
WARNING  
Operating the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit and Infotainment system can distract you from traffic. If the driver is  
distracted while driving, accidents and serious or fatal injuries can occur.  
● Always drive attentively and responsibly.  
● Never operate the instrument cluster while driving.  
● Only adjust any settings in the instrument cluster or Infotainment system when the vehicle is stationary.  
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Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic Information Displays  
Possible displays in the Basic digital instrument cluster  
Depending on the vehicle equipment, different information can be displayed in the main display and secondary  
display areas:  
—Outside temperature display.  
—Time and date.  
—Digital speed.  
—Driver assistance systems.  
—Driving data menu, e.g. Travel time/distance driven.  
—Gear recommendation (→ Gear recommendation).  
—Open doors, hood and trunk lid.  
—Speed warning for winter tires.  
—Odometer displays.  
—Compass display.  
—Radiator fan run-on.  
—Engine code (EC  
).  
—Navigation information.  
—Engine oil temperature.  
—Driver personalization: greeting.  
—Radio information.  
—Service interval display.  
—Status display for the start-stop system .  
—Phone information.  
—Selector lever position for automatic transmission.  
—Warning and information texts.  
—Warning and indicator lights.  
—Destination information.  
Outside temperature display  
When outside temperatures are colder than approximately +4 °C(approximately +39 °F), a snowflake symbol also  
appears on the outside temperature display. This symbol remains on until the outside temperature rises above +6 °C  
(approximately +43 °F).  
In the following situations, the temperature displayed may be higher than the actual outside temperature due to heat  
radiating from the engine:  
—When the vehicle is stationary  
—When auxiliary heating is on  
—When the driving speed is very low  
The measurement range is from -50 °C(approximately -58 °F) to +75 °C (approximately +167 °F).  
WARNING  
Roads may be icy when outside temperatures are low, even if they are above the freezing point. There is an  
increased risk of an accident on icy roads. This could result in serious or fatal injuries.  
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● If the symbol is displayed in the instrument cluster display, drive with extra caution.  
● Always adapt your speed and driving style to the visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.  
● Never rely solely on the outside temperature display.  
Gear recommendation  
A recommendation to select a fuel-saving gear may be displayed in the Basic digital instrument cluster while driving  
(→ Gear recommendation).  
Open doors, hood and trunk lid  
If, after unlocking the vehicle and while driving, any doors and/or the hood or trunk lid are open, this is displayed in  
the Basic digital instrument cluster, and an audible signal may also sound.  
Speed warning for winter tires  
If the set maximum speed is exceeded, this will be shown in the Basic digital instrument cluster.  
Settings for the speed warning can be adjusted in the vehicle settings in the Infotainment system (→ Winter tires).  
Compass display  
If the Compass secondary display is activated, the direction in which you are currently driving is shown as a blue arrow  
with a depiction of the vehicle and a compass.  
Radiator fan run-on  
This indicator appears after the ignition has been switched off, if the radiator fan continues to run.  
The radiator fan may continue running due to:  
—Exhaust gas post-treatment, through particulate filter regeneration, for example.  
—Active brake cooling after descent.  
—Dissipation of engine heat after high load, e.g. trailer mode.  
Engine code (EC)  
1. Open the service menu (→ Service menu).  
2. Select the Engine code menu item.  
Navigation information  
When route guidance is activated, theNavigation instruction auxiliary display shows the direction of travel as an  
arrow.  
An arrow behind the entry in the configuration menu indicates a submenu.  
The submenu lists your home address and a list of your most recent destinations. Route guidance can be started with  
the  
button.  
Phone information  
If the Phone secondary display is activated and a cell phone is connected via Bluetooth, the Bluetooth symbol will  
be displayed in the Basic digital instrument cluster. The symbol also indicates the charge level of the mobile device.  
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In the submenu, a list of the most recent phone calls is shown and you have the option to call the displayed contacts  
back.  
Selector lever position for automatic transmission  
The selector lever position and, depending on the driving mode, the gear that is engaged, are shown on the selector  
lever and in the Basic digital instrument cluster. The gear shift pattern is displayed when the brake or the selector  
lever in the Basic digital instrument cluster is actuated.  
Destination information  
When route guidance is activated, theDestination information secondary display shows the predicted journey time  
and distance from the destination.  
Some settings can be saved in the driver personalization user profiles and can then be changed automatically  
when the user profile is switched .  
Some displays in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit may be hidden due to events that occur suddenly, e.g.  
incoming phone calls.  
Depending on the equipment, some settings and displays may also appear in the Infotainment  
system.  
Tachometer  
The start of the red area on the tachometer indicates the maximum permissible engine speed for all gears when the  
engine is run in and at operating temperature.  
Before reaching the red area, shift to the next highest gear, select the selector lever position D/S or take your foot off  
the accelerator pedal.  
NOTICE  
To prevent engine damage, the tachometer indicator may only be in the red area of the scale briefly. A heavy engine  
load, especially when the engine is cold, can lead to engine damage.  
● Avoid high engine speeds, harsh acceleration and heavy engine loads when the engine is cold.  
Shifting up early helps save fuel and reduce operating  
noises.  
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Digital fuel gauge  
Fig. 1 In the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro: fuel gauge  
(general example).  
Fig. 2 In the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic: fuel gauge  
(general example).  
The small arrow next to the fuel pump symbol on the fuel gauge indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel  
filler flap is on.  
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Troubleshooting  
Fuel tank almost empty  
The yellow indicator light turns on. The reserve supply(red marking ) is being used.  
1. Refuel at the next opportunity.  
When the indicator light turns on, the auxiliary heater and the fuel-operated supplementary heater switch off  
automatically.  
Water in diesel fuel  
The yellow indicator light turns on.  
1. Immediately reduce the speed and contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service  
Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen  
Service Facility.  
Or: if the indicator light turns on as soon you as start driving after refueling, Do not continue driving! Switch  
off the engine and immediately contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service  
Facility for assistance.  
WARNING  
If the fuel level is too low, this can result in irregular fuel supply and cause the engine to “sputter” or cut out,  
particularly when traveling uphill or downhill. The steering, all driver assistance systems and brake support systems  
will not work if the engine cuts out due to fuel shortage or irregular fuel supply. This may result in vehicle  
breakdowns while driving, accidents and serious or fatal injuries.  
● Check that the fuel tank is always sufficiently filled.  
● Always refill the fuel when the fuel tank is only 1/4 full.  
NOTICE  
Irregular fuel supply can result in misfiring and unburnt fuel entering the exhaust system.  
● Never drive with a completely empty fuel tank.  
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Digital Engine Coolant Temperature Display  
Fig. 1 In the Pro digital instrument cluster: coolant  
temperature display (general example).  
A
Cold range. The engine is not at operating temperature yet. Avoid high engine RPMs and heavy engine load  
when the engine is not at operating temperature.  
B
C
Normal range.  
Warning range. The bar may move into the warning range when engine load is heavy, especially when ambient  
temperatures are high.  
Fig. 2 In the Basic digital instrument cluster: coolant  
temperature display (general example).  
A
Cold range. The engine is not at operating temperature yet. Avoid high engine RPMs and heavy engine load  
when the engine is not at operating temperature.  
B
C
Normal range.  
Warning range. The bar may move into the warning range when engine load is heavy, especially when ambient  
temperatures are high.  
If the red warning light comes on, the engine coolant temperature is too high or the engine coolant level is too low  
(→ Engine coolant).  
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Driving data menu  
The driving data menu shows driving and consumption data. Depending on the vehicle equipment, various driving  
data can be displayed. The displayed driving data is dependent on the current driving style, the vehicle status, e.g.  
particle filter regeneration, and the current driving situation, e.g. city traffic. The driving data is determined as an  
average value over sections of different distances and the currently displayed value may therefore differ from the  
actual average value.  
Since start memory  
If the trip is interrupted for more than two hours, the memory is erased.  
Since refuel memory  
Display and memory of the collective driving and consumption data. The memory is erased when the vehicle is  
refueled.  
Extended period memory  
The memory stores driving statistics for up to 100 minutes of travel time or a driving distance of 9999.9 km(mi). If  
one of these maximum thresholds is met, the memory is erased. The maximum thresholds may vary depending on  
the version of the instrument cluster.  
Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro Driving Data Menu  
The driving data is available in the context menu of the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro.  
Switching Between the Displays in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro  
Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:  
1. Press the or button on the multi-function steering wheel.  
Vehicles without multi-function steering wheel:  
1. Press the TRIP rocker switch on the windshield wiper lever.  
Switching Memories in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro  
Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:  
1. Press the  
button on the multi-function steering wheel.  
Vehicles without multi-function steering wheel:  
1. Press the  
button on the windshield wiper lever.  
Deleting Driving Data Memories in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro  
Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:  
1. Select the memory to be erased.  
2. Press the  
button on the multi-function steering wheel.  
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Vehicles without multi-function steering wheel:  
1. Select the memory to be erased.  
2. Press the  
button on the windshield wiper lever.  
If you would like to know how many kilometers are driven in the course of a day, clear theLong-term memory  
before you start driving and read it at the end of the day.  
Adjustable Speed Warning  
The following setting can be used to set an individual speed warning:  
Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:  
1. Select the Warning at --- km/h or Warning at --- mph display.  
2. Press the  
warning.  
button on the multi-function steering wheel to save the current speed and to activate the  
3. Set the speed on the multi-function steering wheel within approximately five seconds by pressing the and  
arrow buttons. Then press the  
The speed will then be saved and the warning will be activated.  
4. Press the button again to deactivate.  
The stored speed is erased.  
button or wait several seconds.  
Vehicles without multi-function steering wheel:  
1. Select the Warning at --- km/h or Warning at --- mph display.  
2. Press the  
button on the windshield wiper lever to save the current speed and to activate the warning.  
3. Set the desired speed within five seconds with the TRIP rocker switch on the windshield wiper lever. Then press  
the  
The speed will then be saved and the warning will be activated.  
4. Press the button again to deactivate.  
The stored speed is erased.  
button or wait several seconds.  
The warning can be set for speeds between 30 km/h(18 mph) and 250 km/h (155 mph).  
Depending on the country, a single warning tone sounds at speeds of over approximately 80 km/h(approximately  
50 mph), and from approximately 120 km/h (approximately 75 mph), a continuous warning tone sounds. The  
yellow indicator light will also be displayed in the instrument cluster display. This warning is required by law and  
cannot be altered.  
Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic Driving Data Menu  
The driving data is available in the secondary display area of the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic.  
Selecting the Driving Data Menu in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic  
Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:  
1. Select the right or left secondary display area using the or buttons.  
2. Select your preferred driving data menu using the and arrow buttons.  
3. Confirm your selection with the  
button.  
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Vehicles without multi-function steering wheel:  
1. To open the secondary displays, press the rocker switch on the windshield wiper lever upward or downward.  
2. To scroll through the menus, press the rocker switch upward or downward.  
3. Press the  
button to confirm the selected driving data menu.  
Resetting the Driving Data Menu in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic  
Vehicles with multi-function steering wheel:  
1. Press the or button.  
2. Select the corresponding driving data menu in the configuration menu using the and arrow buttons.  
An arrow behind the entry in the configuration menu indicates a submenu.  
3. In the submenu, select Reset data and confirm by pressing the  
Vehicles without multi-function steering wheel:  
button.  
1. Press and hold the  
button.  
Driving Data in the Infotainment system  
Driving Data can be displayed in the Infotainment system, in addition to being displayed in the instrument cluster.  
Selecting Displays in the Infotainment System  
You can select the driving data you would like to display using the vehicle settings in the Infotainment system  
(→ Vehicle settings menu).  
Consumption  
The average fuel consumption is displayed after approximately 300 m(approx. 984 ft).  
Range  
This indicates the approximate distance in km(miles) the vehicle can travel under the same driving conditions.  
AdBlue range or range  
This indicates the approximate distance in km(miles) the vehicle can travel under the current driving conditions with  
the amount of AdBlue® left in the tank. If an increase in range is possible through refilling, the refill volume required  
for this is additionally displayed.  
Speed  
The average speed is displayed after approximately 100 m(approximately 328 ft).  
Some settings can be saved in the driver personalization user profiles and can then be changed automatically  
when the user profile is switched .  
WARNING  
If the driver is distracted while driving, accidents and serious injuries can occur. Operating the Volkswagen Digital  
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Cockpit and Infotainment system can distract you from traffic.  
● Always drive attentively and responsibly.  
● Never operate the instrument cluster while driving.  
● Only adjust any settings in the instrument cluster or Infotainment system when the vehicle is stationary.  
Service menu  
Depending on the equipment, settings can be applied in the service menu.  
Opening the Service Menu in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro  
1. Open the Range information profile.  
2. Press and hold the  
button on the multifunction steering wheel for approximately four seconds.  
3. Navigate in the menu using the buttons on the multi-function steering wheel.  
Opening the Service Menu in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic  
1. Open the Gear display secondary display.  
2. Press and hold the or button on the multi-function steering wheel for approximately six seconds.  
3. Use the and arrow buttons to navigate the menu.  
Resetting the service interval display  
1. Open the Service menu.  
2. Follow the instructions in the instrument cluster display.  
Resetting the oil change service  
1. Open the Reset oil change service menu.  
2. Follow the instructions in the instrument cluster display.  
Resetting the trip odometer in the Pro digital instrument cluster  
1. Open the Reset trip menu.  
2. Follow the instructions in the instrument cluster display.  
Displaying the Engine Code (EC)  
1. Open the Engine code menu.  
The engine code is shown on the instrument cluster display.  
Setting the time  
1. Open the Time menu.  
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2. Set the time with the and arrow buttons.  
Displaying copyright information  
1. Select the Copyright menu to access the copyright information.  
Service interval display  
Displays about service events appear in the instrument cluster display and in the Infotainment system. There are  
different versions of the instrument cluster and Infotainment system; therefore, the appearances of the displays may  
vary.  
Service appointments at Volkswagen are divided into oil change services and inspections. The service interval display  
informs the driver about the next service appointment which includes an engine oil change and about the next  
inspection.  
The service intervals are specified for vehicles with the fixed oil change service interval.  
Intervals are determined individually on vehicles with the flexible oil change service interval. Oil change services only  
need to be performed if the vehicle requires it. The specific operating conditions and the personal driving style are  
also taken into consideration. The service early warning message is first displayed 30 days prior to the calculated oil  
change service due date. The displayed remaining distance to be traveled is always rounded to 100 km (miles) and the  
remaining time is rounded to whole days.  
Service notification  
If an oil change service or an inspection service is due in the near future, a service notification will be displayed when  
the ignition is switched on.  
The specified mileage or time is the distance or time until the next service can be completed.  
Service event  
When an oil change service or an inspection service is due, a chime will sound when switching on the ignition and you  
can then see a wrench symbol  
following displays:  
for a few seconds in the instrument cluster display together with one of the  
—Inspection now!  
—Oil change now!  
—Oil change service and inspection now!  
Checking a service due date in the Infotainment system  
When the ignition is on, the engine is off and the vehicle is stationary, the current service due date can be checked:  
Checking the service due date in the Infotainment system:  
1. Depending on the vehicle equipment, press the  
Infotainment system.  
button or function key and select theVehicle menu in the  
Or: depending on the vehicle equipment, press the  
button or function key.  
2. Depending on how your vehicle is equipped, open theSettings menu.  
3. Open the Service menu to display the service information.  
Checking a Service Due Date in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro and Basic Versions  
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When the ignition is on, the engine is off and the vehicle is stationary, the current service due date can be checked:  
1. Open the service menu (→ Service menu).  
Resetting the service interval display  
If the service interval display was not reset after the oil change service or inspection service, the display can be reset  
as follows:  
Vehicles with a digital instrument cluster:The service interval display can only be reset through the service menu  
(→ Service menu).  
Do not reset the service interval display between service intervals or incorrect information will be displayed.  
If the oil change service interval was manually reset, the service interval display then also switches to a fixed service  
interval, even on vehicles with the flexible oil change service interval.  
The service message automatically disappears after a few seconds when the engine is running or by pressing  
the  
button on the windshield wiper lever or the  
button on the multi-function steering wheel.  
If the 12 V vehicle battery in a vehicle with the flexible oil change service interval has been disconnected for  
an extended period, the time for the next oil change service cannot be calculated. Therefore, the service  
interval displays may show incorrect calculations. If this is the case, follow the maximum permissible service  
intervals.  
Time  
Setting the time in the Infotainment system  
1. Depending on the design, press the  
button or function key and open theVehicle menu.  
Or: depending on the vehicle equipment, press the  
button or function key.  
2. Depending on how your vehicle is equipped, open theSettings menu.  
3. Open the Time and date menu item to set the time.  
Setting the Time in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro  
1. Open the Current economy information profile.  
2. Press and hold the  
button on the multi-function steering wheel until the service menu is available in the  
instrument cluster display (→ Service menu).  
3. Open the Time menu.  
4. Set the time with the or arrow buttons.  
Setting the Time in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Basic  
1. Open the service menu (→ Service menu).  
2. Open the Time menu.  
3. Set the time with the  
button.  
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Vehicle settings menu  
You can switch individual functions and systems on and off and adjust settings in the vehicle settings menu in the  
Infotainment system.  
Opening the Vehicle settings Menu  
1. Switch the ignition on.  
2. If necessary, switch on the Infotainment system.  
3. Depending on the equipment, press the  
Or: depending on the design, press the  
button or function key and open theVehicle menu.  
button or function key and open theSettings menu.  
Or: tap the  
function key and open theAuto menu.  
4. To open other menus in theVehicle settings menu or to adjust settings in the menu items, tap the  
key and select the relevant function keys.  
function  
5. Tap the  
function key to return to the previous menu.  
A check mark indicates that the respective function is switched on.  
System settings and vehicle information display  
—Vehicle settings (setup)  
—Depending on vehicle equipment: Performance monitor .  
—Depending on vehicle equipment: Lap timer .  
—Auxiliary heater settings.  
—Volkswagen Digital Cockpit(Pro) .  
—Volkswagen Digital Cockpit(Basic) .  
—Active media.  
—Driving Data.  
—Vehicle status.  
—Radio station selection.  
After starting the engine when the 12 V vehicle battery is severely drained or has been replaced or jump-  
started, system settings, e.g. personal convenience settings and programming, may be adjusted or deleted.  
Check and correct the settings after the 12 V vehicle battery is sufficiently recharged.  
WARNING  
Operating the Infotainment system can distract you from traffic. If the driver is distracted, accidents and serious or  
fatal injuries can occur.  
● Always drive attentively and responsibly.  
● Adjust settings in the Infotainment system only when the vehicle is stationary.  
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Related Topics

Warning and indicator lights
Introduction
Pro Volkswagen Digital Cockpit
Basic Volkswagen Digital Cockpit
Instruments and displays
Driving data menu
Service menu
Time
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