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Ensure that you know the weight of the mounts, roof carrier system and the items to be transported

on the roof - weigh them if necessary. Never exceed the maximum permissible roof load.

However, if you are using a carrier system with a lower weight rating, you will not be able to carry

the maximum roof load. In this case, do not exceed the maximum weight limit for the load carrier

system which is listed in the fitting instructions.

Distributing the load

Distribute the load evenly and secure it correctly ⇒

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Checking the fittings

After the mounts and load carrier have been attached, check the bolted connections and fastenings

once you have travelled a short distance and then at regular intervals.

WARNING

Accidents and vehicle damage can occur if the maximum permitted roof load is exceeded.

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Never exceed the quoted roof load, the maximum permissible axle loads, and the

permissible gross vehicle weight for the vehicle.

Do not exceed the weight rating of the roof carrier system, even if the maximum roof load

has not been reached.

Secure heavy objects as far forwards as possible and distribute the load evenly.

WARNING

Loose and incorrectly secured loads could fall off the load carrier and cause accidents and

injuries.

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Always use suitable and undamaged securing straps.

Secure loads properly.

Towing a trailer

Information on towing

The vehicle is not approved for towing a trailer. The vehicle is not factory-fitted with a towing

bracket and a towing bracket cannot be retrofitted.

WARNING

Fitting a towing bracket on the vehicle while the vehicle is in operation can lead to accidents

and cause serious injuries.

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Never fit a towing bracket on the vehicle.

The bracket could be released from the vehicle during the journey.

NOTICE

Fitting towing brackets of any kind can lead to serious vehicle damage.

Practical equipment

Stowage area

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:

⇒ Stowage compartment on the driver side

⇒ Stowage compartment in the front centre console

⇒ Stowage compartment with cover on the front passenger side

⇒ Open stowage compartment on the front passenger side

⇒ Stowage compartment in the rear centre console

⇒ Other stowage areas

Only use stowage compartments to stow light or smaller objects.

Additional information and warnings:

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Cleaning and caring for the interior ⇒ Cleaning and caring for the interior

⇒BookletRadio,

WARNING

Loose objects may be flung through the vehicle interior in the event of a sudden driving or

braking manoeuvre. This can cause serious injury and can also lead to loss of control of the

vehicle.

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Do not stow any pets or any hard, heavy or sharp objects in the vehicle's open stowage

compartments, on the dash panel, on the shelf behind the rear seats, or in items of

clothing and bags in the vehicle interior.

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

WARNING

Objects in the driver footwell can hinder pedal operation. This can lead to loss of control of the

vehicle and increase the risk of serious injury.

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Please ensure that all pedals can always be operated without any hindrance.

The foot mats must always be properly secured in the footwell.

No additional foot mats or other floor coverings should be placed over the fitted foot mat.

Ensure that no objects can enter the driver footwell while the vehicle is in motion.

NOTICE

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Hard objects on the shelf can chafe against the wires of the heating element in the rear

window and cause damage.

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

and cold temperatures could damage or destroy them.

Objects stored in the vehicle that are made from transparent materials, such as glasses,

magnifying glasses or transparent suction cups on the windows, can concentrate the sun's

rays and thus cause damage to the vehicle.

The ventilation openings between the rear window and the luggage compartment cover must

not be covered as this would prevent stale air escaping from the vehicle.

Stowage compartment on the driver side

Fig. 80 On the driver side: stowage compartment

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Introduction

There may be a stowage compartment located on the driver side.

WARNING

Loose objects may be flung through the vehicle interior in the event of a sudden driving or

braking manoeuvre. This can cause serious injury and can also lead to loss of control of the

vehicle.

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Do not stow any animals, or any hard or pointed objects in the open stowage area.

Stowage compartment in the front centre console

Fig. 81 In the centre console at front: stowage compartment

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Introduction

The stowage compartment ⇒ Fig. 81 can also be used as a holder for drinks ⇒ Drink holder or for

the ashtray ⇒ Ashtray and cigarette lighter.

A 12-volt socket ⇒ Socket in the vehicle may be located in the stowage compartment.

Stowage compartment with cover on the front passenger side

Fig. 82 Stowage compartment on the front passenger side

Fig. 83 Open stowage compartment on the front passenger side

First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒

Introduction

There may be a stowage compartment with cover located on the front passenger side.

Opening and closing the stowage compartment cover

To open, pull up the opening lever ⇒ Fig. 82①.

To close, press the cover upwards until it engages.

Glasses compartment

A pair of glasses can be stored in the stowage compartment on the front passenger side.

The glasses compartment is located at the top of the stowage compartment ⇒ Fig. 83①.

Holders

A note block holder ⇒ Fig. 83② is located next to the glasses compartment and a pen holder ③, a

map compartment and a coin holder are located on the inside of the stowage compartment cover

④.

WARNING

An open stowage compartment on the front passenger side can increase the risk of serious

injury in the case of an accident or during sudden braking or driving manoeuvres.

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Always keep the stowage compartment in the armrest closed while the vehicle is in

motion.

NOTICE

In some vehicle models, the stowage compartment on the front passenger side contains

apertures. Small objects could fall through the apertures and become trapped behind the trim.

This could cause unusual noises and damage to the vehicle. For this reason, small objects

should not be stowed in the stowage compartment apart from in the designated areas.

Open stowage compartment on the front passenger side

Fig. 84 Open stowage compartment on front passenger side

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Introduction

There may be an open stowage compartment located on the front passenger side.

Holder

A bag hook is located at the open stowage compartment ⇒ Fig. 84①.

WARNING

Loose objects may be flung through the vehicle interior in the event of a sudden driving or

braking manoeuvre. This can cause serious injury and can also lead to loss of control of the

vehicle.

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Do not stow any animals, or any hard or pointed objects in the open stowage area.

Stowage compartment in the rear centre console

Fig. 85 In the rear centre console: stowage compartment

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Introduction

The drink holder in the rear centre console ⇒ Drink holder can be used as a stowage area.

Other stowage areas

Fig. 86 In front of the rear seats: stowage compartment in 2-door vehicles

Fig. 87 Coat hooks on the centre door pillars

First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒

Introduction

Coat hooks

Coat hooks ⇒ Fig. 87 are located on the centre door pillars (arrow).

Other stowage areas:

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In the front door trims ⇒ Vehicle interior.

In front of the rear seats ⇒ Fig. 86.

On top of the luggage compartment cover for light items of clothing.

Bag hooks in the luggage compartment ⇒ Luggage compartment.

In the upper part of the centre console instead of the radio ⇒ Fig. 7⑤.

Coat hooks on the centre door pillars ⇒ Fig. 87.

WARNING

Hanging up items of clothing can restrict the driver's field of vision and cause accidents and

serious injuries.

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Always hang items of clothing in such a way that they do not restrict the driver's field of

vision.

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The clothes hook in the vehicle should only be used for transporting light items of clothing.

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

Drink holder

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:

⇒ Drink holder in centre console

Drink holder

Bottle holders for bottles containing up to 1.5 litres are located in the open stowage areas of the

driver and front passenger doors.

Additional information and warnings:

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Cleaning and caring for the interior ⇒ Cleaning and caring for the interior

WARNING

Incorrect use of the drink holders can cause injury.

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Do not place hot drink containers in the drink holders. Hot drinks in a drink holder could be

spilled and cause scalding in any sudden braking manoeuvre or accident.

Ensure that drink bottles or any other objects do not enter the driver footwell and obstruct

the pedals while the vehicle is in motion.

Never place heavy cups, food or any other heavy items in the drink holder. These heavy

objects could be flung through the vehicle interior during an accident and cause serious

injuries.

WARNING

Closed drink bottles can explode in the vehicle in extreme heat or crack in extremely cold

temperatures.

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

periods.

NOTICE

Do not leave any open drink containers in the drink holder while the vehicle is in motion.

Drinks that are spilled, for example during braking, can damage the vehicle and the vehicle

electric system.

Drink holder in centre console

Fig. 88 In the front centre console: drink holder with clip

Fig. 89 In the rear centre console: drink holder

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Introduction

Drink holders are located in the front and rear centre consoles.

Securing drink containers in the drink holder

Depending on the level of vehicle equipment, the front drink holder may be fitted with a clip that can

folded in and out ⇒ Fig. 88.

Fold the drink holder clip forwards.

Place the drink container in the drink holder so that it is held securely by the clip.

Ashtray and cigarette lighter

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:

⇒ Ashtray

⇒ Cigarette lighter

Additional information and warnings:

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Electrical socket ⇒ Socket

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Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs

and renewal of parts

WARNING

Improper use of the ashtray and cigarette lighter could cause fires, burns and other serious

injuries.

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Never put paper or any other combustible materials in the ashtray.

Ashtray

Fig. 90 In the front centre console: opening the ashtray

First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒

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Opening and closing the ashtray

To open, lift the ashtray cover in the direction of the arrow ⇒ Fig. 90.

To close, push the ashtray cover down as far as it will go.

Emptying the ashtray

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Lift the ashtray out of the drink holder.

Once it has been emptied, place the ashtray back into the drink holder from above.

Cigarette lighter

Fig. 91 In the front centre console: cigarette lighter

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With the ignition switched on, press in the knob on the cigarette lighter ⇒ Fig. 91.

Wait for the lighter to pop out.

Pull out the cigarette lighter and light the tobacco product on the glowing spiral ⇒

Insert the cigarette lighter back into the socket.

.

WARNING

Improper use of the cigarette lighter can cause fires, burns and other serious injuries.

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Always use the cigarette lighter properly, and only use it to light tobacco products.

Never leave children in the vehicle unattended. The cigarette lighter can be used when the

ignition is switched on.

The opening for the cigarette lighter can also be used as a 12-volt socket ⇒ .

Socket

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:

⇒ Socket in the vehicle

Electrical equipment can be connected to the socket in the vehicle.

All devices connected must be in good condition and fault-free.

Additional information and warnings:

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Cigarette lighter ⇒ Ashtray and cigarette lighter

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Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs

and renewal of parts

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Consumer information ⇒ Consumer information

WARNING

Improper use of the socket and electrical accessories can cause fires and other severe

injuries.

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Never leave children in the vehicle unattended. The socket and the devices connected to it

can be used when the ignition is switched on.

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If the electrical device gets too hot, switch off the device immediately and disconnect it

from the socket.

NOTICE

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In order to prevent damage to the electrical system, never connect equipment that

generates electricity, such as solar panels or battery chargers for charging the vehicle

battery, to the 12-volt socket.

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Only use accessories that have been approved in accordance with current guidelines

concerning electromagnetic compatibility.

In order to avoid damage due to voltage fluctuation, always switch off any electrical

consumers connected to the 12-volt socket before switching the ignition or the engine on

or off. When the start/stop system automatically switches off and restarts the engine, it is

not necessary to switch off any connected electrical consumers.

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Never connect electrical devices requiring more electrical power to a 12-volt socket. The

vehicle's electrical system can be damaged if the maximum power output is exceeded.

Do not leave the engine running when the vehicle is stationary.

Using electrical appliances with the engine switched off and the ignition switched on will

drain the battery.

Unshielded devices can cause interference with radio reception and vehicle electronics.

Interference with AM radio reception could occur if electrical devices are used in the vicinity

of the aerial.

Socket in the vehicle

Fig. 92 Front centre console: 12-volt socket in the stowage compartment

First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒

Introduction

Maximum power rating

Electrical socket Maximum power rating

12-volt

120 watts

The maximum power rating of the sockets may not be exceeded. The power rating of each device

is stated on its type plate.

If two or more devices are connected at the same time, ensure that the overall power consumption

of all connected electrical devices never exceeds 190 watts ⇒

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12-volt socket

The 12-volt socket is located in the ashtray in the front centre console ⇒ Fig. 92 and works only

when the ignition is switched on.

Using electrical appliances with the engine switched off and the ignition switched on will drain the

battery. Electrical consumers should therefore only be plugged into the sockets when the engine is

running.

To prevent damage due to voltage fluctuation, switch off any connected devices before switching

the ignition or engine on or off.

NOTICE

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Observe the operating instructions for any device that you plug into the socket.

Never exceed the maximum power rating as this could damage the whole vehicle electrical

system.

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12-volt socket:

- Only use accessories that have been approved in accordance with the relevant

guidelines on electromagnetic compatibility.

- Never feed electricity into the socket.

While driving

Starting the engine, changing gear and

parking

Starting and stopping the engine

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:

⇒ Ignition lock

⇒ Starting the engine

⇒ Stopping the engine

⇒ Electronic immobilizer

Immobilizer display

If the vehicle key is not valid or there is a fault in the system, then

may be displayed in the

instrument cluster. The engine cannot be started ⇒ Electronic immobilizer.

Push-starting or towing

For technical reasons, your vehicle must not be push-started or tow-started. Use jump leads to

start the engine instead.

Additional information and warnings:

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Vehicle key set ⇒ Vehicle key set

Changing gear ⇒ Changing gear

Braking, stopping and parking ⇒ Braking, stopping and parking

Steering ⇒ Steering

Pull-away assist systems ⇒ Pull-away assist systems

Filling the tank ⇒ Filling the tank

Fuel ⇒ Fuel

Manual opening and closing ⇒ Manual opening and closing

Starting the engine with jump leads ⇒ Starting the engine with jump leads

Tow starting and towing ⇒ Tow-starting and towing

Practical equipment for Your Volkswagen Up 4 Door First Generation (2011-2019)

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