Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid (2015 year). Instruction

In order to:

You must:

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fig. 130

Result:

Press and hold the but-

ton on the multi-function

steering wheel to reduce

the speed continuously

until the button is re-

leased and to store the

speed.

Switch off cruise

control.

Briefly press the

button

twice in the multi-function

steering wheel with active

regulation.

OR: In any operating

mode, press and hold the

button in the multi-

function steering wheel.

System is switched off.

The set speed is deleted.

Driving downhill with cruise control

If cruise control cannot maintain constant speed while driving downhill, slow the vehicle with the foot
brake and downshift if necessary.

Automatic deactivation

Cruise control speed regulation is automatically deactivated or temporarily interrupted:

  If the system detects an error that could affect the function of the cruise control.
  If the vehicle has accelerated and goes faster than the stored speed for a longer time.
  If the brake pedal is depressed.
  If regulation related to driving dynamics is taking place, for example, though ESC.
  If an airbag deploys.
  If the selector lever is shifted from D to another position.

Rear View Camera system

Introduction

In this section you’ll find information about:

Special considerations

Camera

Operation

Parking

Depending on equipment, the vehicle may be equipped with a Rear View Camera system.

A camera in the luggage compartment lid assists the driver while backing up or maneuvering. The
camera image is shown together with the orientation lines projected by the system on the screen of
the factory-installed radio or navigation system.

The Rear View Camera system may take a few seconds to bring up the camera image.

The functions and displays of the Rear View Camera system may vary on vehicles with or without

Park Distance Control (PDC)

⇒ Park Distance Control (PDC).

More information:

  Exterior views
  Park Distance Control
  Parts, accessories, repairs, and modifications

⇒ Booklet

Radio or ⇒ Booklet Navigation system

WARNING

The Rear View Camera system is not able to give you a clear and undistorted view of all areas
behind the vehicle.

The Rear View Camera system has blind spots in which it cannot detect people and ob-

jects.

Always be careful and look around you when parking. The Rear View Camera system can-

not show people, animals, and objects in certain situations. Watch out for small children and
animals in particular.

Due to the screen resolution or low-light conditions, the camera may not pick up thin

posts, chain-link fences and similar fences, and other objects, or it may not show them clear-
ly.

The camera lens enlarges and distorts the field of vision and causes objects on the screen

to appear altered and imprecise.

Always keep the camera lens clean and free of snow and ice; do not cover the lens.

WARNING

The Rear View Camera system technology cannot overcome the laws of physics and the
limits of the system. Careless or unintentional use of the Rear View Camera system may
result in accidents and severe injuries.

Always adjust your speed and driving style to road, traffic, weather, and visibility condi-

tions.

Always keep an eye on the parking direction and the vehicle surroundings. The front of

the vehicle swings out more than the rear of the vehicle.

Never pay so much attention to the graphics shown on the screen that you fail to notice

what is going on around you.

Always watch for people, especially small children, animals, and objects, because the

Rear View Camera system may not always be able to detect them.

The system may not be able to clearly show everything behind the vehicle.
Use the Rear View Camera system only when the luggage compartment lid is completely

closed.

NOTICE

The Rear View Camera system shows only two-dimensional images on the screen. Due to

the lack of depth of field, it may be difficult or impossible to identify protruding objects or
recesses in the road, for example.

Things like thin rods, fences, posts, and trees may not be detected by the Rear View Cam-

era system and could damage the vehicle.

Special considerations

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

Requirements for parking and maneuvering with the Rear View Camera system

Checklist

The luggage compartment lid must be closed.

A reliable and clear image must be displayed and the camera lens must be clean

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fig. 131

There must be a clear and complete view of the area behind the vehicle.

The rear of the vehicle must not be heavily loaded.

The driver must be familiar with the system.

The position of the camera has not changed, such as after a rear-end collision. If the position of

the camera has changed, have the system checked by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an au-
thorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Volkswagen recommends practicing parking and maneuvering with the Rear View Camera system in a
safe place with little or no traffic or in a parking lot under good visibility and weather conditions to
familiarize yourself with the system, the orientation lines, and the way they work.

Rear View Camera system settings

Depending on equipment, various settings, including brightness, contrast, and color, can be adjusted
by tapping the function keys - or + , or by moving the corresponding slider.

To change the settings follow these instructions:

Park the vehicle in a safe place on a firm, level surface.

Apply the parking brake to help prevent the vehicle from moving

⇒ Parking brake.

Switch on the ignition.

Switch on the radio or the navigation system (if not already on)

⇒ Booklet

Radio or

⇒ Booklet

Navigation system.

Shift into Reverse (R).

Depending on the equipment version, tap the • or the Options function key on the screen.
Adjust the desired settings in the menu.

Camera

Fig. 131

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

The camera

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fig. 131

(magnified view) displays only two-dimensional images. Recesses and protrud-

ing objects on the ground or protruding parts on other vehicles may be difficult or impossible to identify
due to the lack of depth of field.

Objects or another vehicle may seem closer or farther away on the screen than they really are.

Examples of optical distortion by the camera:

– When driving from a level surface onto an upward or downward slope.

– When driving up or down a slope onto a level surface.

– If the rear of the vehicle is heavily loaded.

– When approaching protruding objects. These objects can disappear from

the field of view when backing up.

Cleaning the camera lens

Keep the camera lens clean and free of snow and ice:

Park the vehicle in a safe place on a firm, level surface.

Apply the parking brake to help prevent the vehicle from moving

⇒ page 229, Parking brake.

Wet the camera lens with a commercially available alcohol-based glass cleaner and clean with a

dry cloth

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Remove snow with a brush.

Remove ice with deicer spray

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NOTICE

Never use abrasive cleaning agents to clean the camera lens.
Never remove snow or ice on the camera lens with warm or hot water. This can damage the

camera lens.

Operation

Fig. 132 Rear View Camera system display (may vary depending on vehicle equipment).

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

Screen

Function buttons on the screen may vary depending on vehicle equipment.

Key to

fig. 132

Symbol

Meaning

Right side of screen: Show menu.

Right side of the screen: Hide menu.

Close the current display.

Switch the PDC tone on or off (if equipped).

•

Adjust display settings: Brightness, contrast, color.

Key to

fig. 132

Symbol

Meaning

Switch to full-screen PDC display (if equipped).

If the screen does not have the function buttons shown in

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fig. 132

, press the Options function

button at the bottom of the screen to adjust the display brightness, contrast, and color.

Switching the Rear View Camera system on and off.

The Rear View Camera system switches on and off automatically.

Function

Action with the ignition on

Vehicles without Park

Distance Control (PDC)

Vehicles with Park Dis-

tance Control (PDC)

Switch on the

display automati-

cally:

Shift into Reverse (R).

Switch off the

display automati-

cally:

Switch off the ignition.

OR: Drive forward faster than about 10 mph (15 km/h).

OR: Shift out of Reverse (R). Depending on vehicle

equipment, this may take up to 10 seconds.

Switch off the

display manually:

Press a function selection button on the radio or the

navigation system

⇒ Booklet

Radio or

⇒ Booklet

Navigation system.

OR: Tap the function key on the screen.

OR: tap the

function

key on the screen (if

equipped) to select the

full-screen PDC display.

Function

Action with the ignition on

Vehicles without Park

Distance Control (PDC)

Vehicles with Park Dis-

tance Control (PDC)

Show the display

again:

Shift out of Reverse (R), then shift back into Reverse

(R).

OR: tap the

function

key on the screen.

Parking

Fig. 133 On the screen: Static orientation lines for the parking space behind the vehicle.

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

Key to figure

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fig. 133

Meaning

—

Lateral yellow lines: Projection of the vehicle (widened somewhat)

toward the rear. The yellow lines stop about 6 feet (2 meters) be-

hind the vehicle on the road. The middle markers are about 3 feet

(1 meter) behind the vehicle on the road.

Horizontal yellow line: Safety distance (area up to about

31 inches (80 cm) behind the vehicle on the road).

(1)

Road.

Key to figure

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fig. 133

Meaning

(2)

Selected parking space.

(3)

Side lines of the selected parking space.

(4)

Rear boundary of the parking space, such as a curb.

All references to the length of orientation lines apply to a vehicle that is standing on a horizontal sur-
face.

Parking using the Rear View Camera system

Step

Action:

The requirements for parking and maneuvering with the Rear

View Camera system must be fulfilled

Position the vehicle in front of the parking space

(2)

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fig. 133

Shift into Reverse (R).

Reverse slowly and steer the vehicle B so that the lateral yellow

orientation lines lead into the parking space

(2)

Pay attention to the message in the display: Look! Safe to

move?

⇒

Align the vehicle in the parking space B so that the yellow orienta-

tion lines are parallel with the parking space

(3)

Stop the vehicle C before (or at the very latest, when) the horizon-

tal yellow line reaches the rear boundary, for example, a curb

(4)

NOTICE

Smaller objects up to about 20 inches (50 cm) from the rear of the vehicle will not be detected
by the camera and could result in vehicle damage.

Park Distance Control (PDC)

Introduction

In this section you’ll find information about:

Operation

PDC signal chimes and displays

Depending on equipment, the vehicle may be equipped with the Park Distance Control system (PDC).

The Park Distance Control (PDC) system can help the driver when backing up and parking. PDC uses
ultrasonic sensors in the bumpers to measure the distance between the vehicle and objects. The
system uses the time it takes for the ultrasonic waves to bounce back from the object to calculate the
distance between the vehicle and an object. PDC works only at speeds up to about 5–10 mph (10–
15 km/h).

If the vehicle gets too close to an obstacle behind it, a beeping signal sounds. The closer the vehicle
gets to the obstacle, the faster the beep. When the obstacle is very close, the sound is continuous.

If you move even closer to the obstacle despite the continuous warning sound, the system cannot
measure the distance remaining until collision.

A Declaration of Compliance with United States FCC and Industry Canada regulations is found in the

Consumer information section of this Manual

⇒ Consumer information.

More information:

  Exterior views
  Braking and parking
  Rear Assist
  Consumer information
  Exterior care and cleaning
  Parts, accessories, repairs, and modifications

Radio or Navigation system

⇒ Booklet

Radio or ⇒ Booklet Navigation system

WARNING

Park Distance Control is no substitute for careful and attentive driving. Never rely completely
on these systems for information about people and objects that might be in the way of the
vehicle and could be struck resulting in serious personal injuries.

The sensors have blind spots in which they cannot detect people, animals, and objects.
Always be careful and look around you when parking. The sensors cannot always detect

people, animals, and objects. Watch out for small children and animals in particular.

Certain types of clothing and the surfaces of certain objects do not reflect the ultrasonic

waves that the sensors send and receive. Such objects and persons wearing such clothing
will not be detected by PDC or will not be detected accurately.

Noise in the area can interfere with the signals of the Park Distance Control sensors. Un-

der certain circumstances, the system will not detect people and objects for this reason.

NOTICE

Things like trailer draw bars, thin rods, fences, trees, narrow painted vertical poles, posts,

or a luggage compartment lid that is opening may not be detected by the Park Distance Control
sensors and could damage the vehicle.

If you continue driving closer to an object that the Park Distance Control has already de-

tected and reported, the object may disappear from the sensor range and may no longer be
detected. This is especially true for low or high objects. The system will no longer sound warn-
ings about these objects. Ignoring signals from the Park Distance Control system could result
in serious damage to the vehicle.

The sensors in the bumpers can be damaged or become misaligned in low speed impacts

and parking maneuvers. Damaged or misaligned sensors cannot accurately detect or report
objects that might be within range of the PDC system.

To help make sure that the system works properly, always keep the sensors in the bumpers

clean and free of snow and ice; do not cover the sensors with stickers or other objects.

When cleaning the sensors with power washers or steam cleaners, only spray the sensors

directly for a very short time, and always keep the washer nozzle at least 4 inches (10 cm) from
the sensors.

Noise from rough roads, cobblestones, other vehicles and the surrounding area, for exam-

ple, can prevent the Park Distance Control system from accurately detecting and reporting
people and objects that may be within range of the sensors.

Aftermarket components such as bicycle racks can impair the function of the Park Distance

Control system.

Volkswagen recommends practicing with the Park Distance Control system in a location or park-

ing space with no traffic in order to become familiar with the system and how it works.

Operation

Fig. 134 In the front and rear bumpers: Park Distance Control system sensors.

Fig. 135 In the lower center console: Button to switch the Park Distance Control system on or off.

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

The Park Distance Control (PDC) uses ultrasonic sensors to determine the distance from the front or
rear bumpers to an obstacle. The PDC sensors are located in front bumper (A) and the rear bumper

(B)

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fig. 134

(arrows).

Switching the Park Distance Control (PDC) system on and off

In order to

Operation (when the ignition is switched on)

Manually activate

PDC:

Press the

button once.

Manually deactivate

PDC:

Press the

button again.

Manually deactivate

the display (sound

stays active):

Press a function selection button on the radio or the

navigation system

⇒ Booklet

Radio or

⇒ Booklet

Navigation system

OR: Tap the or

function key on the screen.

Automatically acti-

vate PDC:

Shift into Reverse (R).

Automatically deac-

tivate PDC:

Drive forward faster than about 5–10 mph (10–

15 km/h).

Switch to the rear-

view camera dis-

play (if equipped):

Shift into Reverse (R).

OR: Tap the

function key on the screen.

The indicator light in the

button

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fig. 135

lights up and stays on as long as the feature is active.

Special considerations when using Park Distance Control

In some cases, the Park Distance Control interprets water and ice on the sensors as an obstacle.
If the distance remains the same, the warning tone volume decreases after a few seconds. If a

continuous tone sounds, its volume remains the same.

If the vehicle moves away from the obstacle, the beeping sound stops automatically. The beep

turns on again automatically if the vehicle approaches the obstacle again.

For vehicles with automatic transmissions, there is no beeping when the transmission is in Park

(P).

The volume of the audible signals can be adjusted by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an

authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Muting the Park Distance Control volume

You can mute the PDC beeping signals by tapping the

function key on the Radio or Navigation

system screen (if applicable). Tap the function key again to reactivate the acoustic signals.

Switching Park Distance Control back on after it was switched off reactivates the volume. System
malfunction warning signals cannot be switched off.

If you manually deactivate the display, PDC remains on and the sound is reactivated.

WARNING

Never rely completely on the PDC for information about people and objects that might be in
the way of the vehicle and could be struck by the vehicle causing serious personal injury.

The PDC sensors have blind spots where they cannot detect people or objects.
Always watch for people, especially small children and animals, because the sensors may

not always be able to detect them.

If you hear a long beep lasting about 3 seconds when you first turn PDC on or the indicator light

in the button starts blinking, this means there is a malfunction in the Park Distance Control system.
Switch off the Park Distance Control system with the button and have it immediately checked by an
authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

PDC signal chimes and displays

Fig. 136 PDC display of the area surrounding the vehicle.

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

Key to elements

in the color dis-

play

fig. 136

Meaning

(A)

Scanned area behind the vehicle.

(B)

Scanned area in front of the vehicle.

The yellow segment represents an obstacle in the

vehicle’s path.

The red segment depicts an obstacle located close to

the vehicle.

When the factory-installed radio or navigation system is switched on, the areas to the front, rear, and
side of the vehicle that are scanned by ultrasonic sensors are shown on the screen. The positions of

potential obstacles are displayed relative to the vehicle

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Signal chimes and display

When the vehicle approaches an obstacle located in the range of the ultrasonic sensors, there are
audible signal chimes. An intermittent signal chime means that a sufficiently short distance between
the vehicle and an obstacle is detected. The shorter the distance, the shorter the intervals between the
chimes. The signal chime will sound continuously if the obstacle is very close.

When there is an imminent risk of collision at the front area of the vehicle, the signal chimes beep at
the front of the vehicle. When there is an imminent risk of collision at the rear area of the vehicle, the
signal chimes beep at the rear of the vehicle.

If you continue to drive the vehicle closer to the obstacle despite a continuous signal chime, the sys-
tem will no longer be able to measure the distance.

The graphic on the screen displays the scanned areas in several segments. The closer the vehicle
drives towards an obstacle, the closer the segment will move to the vehicle in the display. The collision
area has been reached at the latest when the second to last segment is displayed. Do not keep
driving!

Vehicles with PDC at the front and rear

Area of the vehicle

fig. 136

Distance of the

vehicle from an

obstacle

Signal

tone

Segment color

if an obstacle

has been de-

tected

(A)

Rear cen-

ter

about 12 – 63 in.

(31 – 160 cm)

Intermittent

tone

Yellow

Vehicles with PDC at the front and rear

Area of the vehicle

fig. 136

Distance of the

vehicle from an

obstacle

Signal

tone

Segment color

if an obstacle

has been de-

tected

Rear side about 12 – 23 in.

(31 – 60 cm)

(B)

Front cen-

ter

about 12 – 47 in.

(31 – 120 cm)

Front side about 12 – 23 in.

(31 – 60 cm)

(A)

and

(B)

Obstacle

close to

the vehicle

about 0 – 12 in.

(0 – 30 cm)

Continuous

tone

Red

WARNING

Never pay so much attention to the graphics shown on the screen that you fail to notice

what is going on around you.

It can take a few seconds before the area scanned by the sensors activates the acoustic or visual

signals.

Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert

Introduction

In this section you’ll find information about:

Indicator lights

Blind Spot Monitor

Driving situations

Rear Traffic Alert

Using the Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert

Depending on vehicle equipment, the vehicle may be equipped with the Blind Spot Monitor system.

The Blind Spot Monitor assists the driver by using radar sensors to monitor the traffic in the blind spot
detection area as well as traffic behind the vehicle.

The integrated Rear Traffic Alert system can help the driver when backing out of parking spaces and
when maneuvering.

The Blind Spot Monitor is only designed for use on paved roads.

Supplementary information and warnings:

  Exterior views
  Volkswagen Information System
  Park Distance Control system
  Parts, accessories, repairs, and modifications
  Consumer information

WARNING

The Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert technology cannot overcome the laws of phys-
ics and limits of the system. Careless or unintentional use of the Blind Spot Monitor and Rear
Traffic Alert may result in accidents and serious injuries.

The Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert is not a substitute for careful and attentive

driving.

Always adjust your driving style to road, traffic, weather, and visibility conditions.
Always keep both hands on the steering wheel so that you are prepared to steer at any

time.

Pay attention to and heed the indicator lights in the outside mirrors and in the instrument

cluster display.

The Blind Spot Monitor may react to certain equipment installed on the side of the road,

such as high or offset guardrails. False warnings may result.

Never use the Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert on unpaved roads. The Blind Spot

Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert was designed only for paved roads.

Always pay attention to the area surrounding your vehicle.
Never use the Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert if the radar sensors are dirty,

obstructed, or damaged; the function of the system may be impaired.

NOTICE

The radar sensors in the rear bumper can be damaged or become misaligned in low-speed

impacts and parking maneuvers. The system can switch itself off or may be impaired as a
result.

Always keep the rear bumper clean and free of snow and ice so that the radar sensors can

function properly. Do not cover the radar sensor area.

The rear bumper may only be painted with vehicle paint that is approved by Volkswagen.

Other paints may impair the function of the Blind Spot Monitor or cause it to malfunction.

Sunlight may reduce the visibility of the indicator light in the outside mirror.

If the system does not function as described in this chapter or if your vehicle was involved in a

collision, do not use the Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert. See an authorized Volkswagen
dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility to have the system checked.

Indicator lights

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

Indicator light in the instrument cluster display:

Lights up

Possible cause

The Blind Spot Monitor is active.

Indicator light in the outside mirror:

Lights up

Possible cause

•

Lights up briefly: The Blind Spot Monitor is active and

ready.

Lights up and stays on: The Blind Spot Monitor detects a

vehicle in the blind spot.

Flashes

Possible cause

•

A vehicle is detected in the blind spot, and the turn signal

on that side of the vehicle is switched on

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