First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The immobilizer helps to prevent the engine from being started and driven with an unauthorised vehicle key.
There is a chip in the key. It automatically deactivates the immobilizer when the vehicle key is inserted into the ignition lock.
The electronic immobilizer is automatically activated when the vehicle key is removed from the ignition lock. In vehicles with Keyless Access, the vehicle key must be outside the vehicle .
The engine can only be started using a genuine Volkswagen vehicle key with the correct code. Coded vehicle keys are available from a Volkswagen dealership .
If a non-authorised vehicle key has been used, this will be displayed in the instrument cluster. The vehicle cannot be used if this occurs.
The vehicle cannot be operated properly if you do not have a genuine Volkswagen key.
Towing a trailer
Fig. 154 ParkPilot screen display when
towing a trailer (colour)
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Only the scanned area to the front of the vehicle is
shown on the infotainment system screen in vehicles with a factory-fitted towing
bracket and a tra ...
Removing and installing model designation on radiator grille
Note
The description applies for all emblems. Here the “GTI”
emblem is shown as an example.
Removing
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Removing radiator grille
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Start/stop system
Fig. 147 In the centre console: button
for the start/stop system
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The start/stop system automatically switches the engine
off when the vehicle is stationary. When required, the engine restarts automatically.
The func ...