Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid (2015 year). Instruction

WARNING

Injuries, scalding, electric shock, accidents, and fire hazards can occur while working on the
engine or in the engine compartment!

Before working in the engine compartment, be sure to familiarize yourself with the neces-

sary procedures and generally accepted safety precautions

⇒ Working in the engine com-

partment.

Volkswagen recommends having the work performed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer

or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

NOTICE

Spraying or pouring water (for example, with a power washer) into the plenum chamber can
cause severe damage to the vehicle.

Wash the engine compartment only in special wash bays so that the oily dirt and fuel residue that

are washed off the vehicle will not enter the sewage system. In some areas it illegal to wash the en-
gine compartment anywhere other than at such specified locations.

Interior care and cleaning

Introduction

In this section you’ll find information about:

Caring for upholstery

Cleaning upholstery, fabric trim and Alcantara

Care and cleaning of leather upholstery

Cleaning leatherette

Cleaning storage compartments and cup holders

Care and cleaning of plastic components, wood trim and instrument panel

Cleaning the safety belts

Modern clothing fabrics such as dark denim may not be completely colorfast. Even with normal use,
dye from these and other fabrics can rub off on seat upholstery and leave visible discolorations (espe-
cially on light-colored seat upholstery). This is caused by a lack of colorfastness in the clothing fabric,
not by any fault in the seat upholstery fabric. To help prevent damage to the seat upholstery, always
make sure your clothing is colorfast. Volkswagen recommends having a qualified specialist remove
any discolorations from the seat upholstery.

The longer stains, dirt and other deposits remain on the surfaces of vehicle components and uphol-
stery, the more difficult it may be to clean them. If stains, dirt and deposits are left untreated for a long
time, they may become impossible to remove.

More information:

Exterior care and cleaning
Parts, accessories, repairs, and

WARNING

Vehicle care products can be dangerous. Improper use can cause accidents, burns, poison-
ing, or other serious personal injuries.

  Always store vehicle care products only in original containers that are securely closed.
  Always read and heed all the instructions and all WARNINGS on the package.
  To reduce the risk of poisoning, never use empty food or beverage containers that might

mislead someone into drinking from them.

Always keep vehicle care products out of the reach of children.
Always use such products outdoors or in well-ventilated areas, because harmful vapors

may be released when these products are used.

Never use fuel, turpentine, engine oil, nail polish remover or other volatile fluids for vehi-

cle care. They are poisonous and highly flammable.

WARNING

Improper care and cleaning of vehicle components can compromise the vehicle's safety fea-
tures and cause serious personal injury.

Always clean and maintain vehicle components according to manufacturer's instructions.
Only use approved or recommended cleaners.

NOTICE

Vehicle care products containing solvents can cause irreparable damage to plastics and

other vehicle materials.

Stains, dirt and other deposits that contain aggressive substances or solvents can corrode

vehicle materials and cause permanent damage, even after brief contact with the surface.

Remove stains, dirt, and other deposits as quickly as possible and do not allow them to dry.
To help prevent damage, have stubborn stains removed by a professional who has the

necessary expertise and experience.

Suitable care products are available from authorized Volkswagen dealers and authorized

Volkswagen Service Facilities.

Caring for upholstery

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

Checklist

Please note the following when it comes to the care and preservation of the upholstery

⇒ :

Open Velcro

fasteners can damage upholstery, fabric, and trim. Before you get into the vehicle,

close all Velcro

fasteners that could come into contact with upholstery fabrics and cloth trim.

Sharp-edged objects and items on clothing and belts (such as belt clips, mobile phone cases,

zippers, rivets, and rhinestones) can damage upholstery material and fabric trim. To help prevent
damage, do not let such items come into direct contact with the upholstery and fabric trim.

Dust and dirt particles in pores, folds, and seams can have a “scouring” effect on material and

damage the surface. Remove dust and dirt regularly to help prevent permanent surface damage.

Check clothing for color-fastness to help prevent upholstery discoloration, especially to light-

colored upholstery.

NOTICE

Disregarding the upholstery-related checklist may lead to damage or discoloration of uphol-
stery and fabric trim.

Please note and follow the points listed in the checklist.

Volkswagen recommends having any discoloration removed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer

or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Cleaning upholstery, fabric trim and Alcantara

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

Cleaning upholstery on heated seats and power seats or seats with airbag components

Airbag components and electrical connectors may be installed in the driver seat, the front passenger
seat, and in the outer rear seats. Damaging, cleaning and handling incorrectly, or wetting or soaking
these seat surfaces and backrests can damage the vehicle electrical system and prevent the airbag

system from working properly

⇒

Electrical components and connectors that could be damaged by incorrect cleaning or handling are

installed in power seats and heated seats

⇒ . This can also result in damage to other parts of the

vehicle electrical system.

For this reason, read and follow these cleaning instructions:

  Do not use power washers, steam cleaners, or cooling spray.
  Do not use detergent pastes or mild detergent solutions.
  Do not wet the surface completely.
  Only use cleaning products approved by Volkswagen.
  If you have questions or concerns, consult a professional cleaner.
  Before using any cleaning agent, familiarize yourself with instructions and warnings on the packag-

ing.

Vacuum upholstery, fabric trim, Alcantara

upholstery, and carpeting regularly with a suitable brush

attachment.

A soft sponge or a commercially available lint-free microfiber cloth may be used for general clean-

ing

⇒ .

Clean Alcantara

surfaces with a damp cotton or wool cloth or a commercially available lint-free

microfiber cloth

⇒ .

Upholstery and fabric trim with light generalized soiling can be cleaned with a commercially available
dry-foam cleaner.

If the upholstery and fabric trim pieces are heavily soiled, see your authorized Volkswagen dealer or
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility before you begin cleaning to learn about suitable cleaning
options. If necessary, have the cleaning done by a professional.

Cleaning upholstery on non-heated seats, manual seats, or seats without airbag
components

Before using any cleaning agent, familiarize yourself with instructions and warnings on the packag-

ing.

Vacuum upholstery, fabric trim, Alcantara

upholstery, and carpeting regularly with a suitable brush

attachment.

Do not use power washers, steam cleaners, or cooling spray.
A soft sponge or a commercially available lint-free microfiber cloth may be used for general clean-

ing

⇒ .

Clean Alcantara

surfaces with a damp cotton or wool cloth or a commercially available lint-free

microfiber cloth

⇒ .

Upholstery and fabric trim with light generalized soiling can be cleaned with a commercially available
dry-foam cleaner.

Treating stains

When treating stains, it may be necessary to clean the entire surface and not just the stain itself. This
is especially true if the entire surface has become dirty from normal use. Otherwise, the area that is
treated may become lighter than the untreated area. If you have questions or concerns, consult a
professional cleaner.

Type of stain

Recommended cleaning for fabric and uphol-

stery

Water-based stains,

such as coffee or

fruit juice.

– Moisten a sponge with water and rub the stain

gently with a circular motion.

– Wipe dry with an absorbent cloth.

Persistent stains,

such as chocolate

or make-up.

– Use only Volkswagen-approved cleaning products.

– If necessary, have the fabric or upholstery profes-

sionally cleaned.

Grease-based

stains, such as oil,

lipstick, etc.

– Use only Volkswagen-approved cleaning products.

– If necessary, have the fabric or upholstery profes-

sionally cleaned.

WARNING

If there is a malfunction in the airbag system, the airbag may not deploy correctly or at all, or
it may deploy unexpectedly. This could cause fatal injuries.

Have the airbag system inspected immediately by your authorized Volkswagen dealer or

authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

NOTICE

If the upholstery on power seats, heated seats, or seats with airbag components is wet, electri-
cal components and the vehicle electrical system could be damaged.

If the seating surface becomes soaked, have it dried and the system components checked

immediately by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Do not use steam cleaners because the steam could cause the dirt to penetrate deeper into

the fabric and make it impossible to remove.

Power washers and cooling sprays can damage the upholstery.

NOTICE

Clean only the carpet and floor mats with brushes. Other textile surfaces can be damaged

by brushes.

If detergent pastes or mild detergent solutions are applied with a damp cloth or sponge, the

surfactants in the detergent may cause visible lines to form at the edges of the area where the
detergent was applied. These lines are generally difficult or impossible to remove.

NOTICE

Do not soak Alcantara

Do not treat Alcantara

with leather care products, solvents, floor wax, shoe polish, stain

remover or similar products.

Do not use brushes for damp cleaning, because they can damage upholstery surfaces.
Do not use a steam cleaner, because dirt will penetrate deeper into the fabric.

Care and cleaning of leather upholstery

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

If you have questions regarding the care and cleaning of the leather upholstery in the vehicle, please
contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Care and treatment

Natural leather requires special attention and care. Napa leather has a smooth surface. The intensity
of the color application determines the leather's appearance and texture. If you can see the leather
grain and other natural characteristics, this is an untreated napa leather that will provide very comfort-
able seating. Delicate veins, closed scars, insect bites, folds, and a slightly clouded color remain
visible and represent authentic characteristics of the natural material. Untreated napa leather has no
protective coating. It is therefore more susceptible to damage. You should keep this in mind if the
leather is going to be exposed to severe wear from children, animals, or other factors. By contrast,
leather that has a protective coating is more robust. This has a positive effect on the leather's durabil-
ity in daily use. The typical natural characteristics are hardly visible or no longer visible at all, but that
has no impact on the quality of the leather itself. The typical characteristics of untreated leather are
much more distinctive than those of a surface-treated leather.

After each cleaning, apply cream that waterproofs the leather and protects it against the sun. Such

creams also nourish the leather, let it breathe, keep it flexible and moisturized. At the same time it
protects the surface.

Clean leather every 2 to 3 months and remove any new stains.

Treat leather with a suitable leather-care product twice a year

⇒ .

Apply cleaning and conditioning materials sparingly and always with a dry, lint-free cotton or wool

cloth. Do not apply cleaning and conditioning materials directly to the leather.

Remove fresh stains such as ballpoint pen, lipstick, ink, shoe polish, etc. as soon as possible.
Preserve the leather's color. If necessary, refresh fading spots with a specially-colored leather

cream.

Wipe the leather with a soft cloth.

Cleaning

Volkswagen recommends using a slightly moistened cotton or wool cloth for general cleaning.

It is important not to let water soak through the leather or penetrate into seams.

Before cleaning leather surfaces, read and heed the information

⇒ Cleaning upholstery on heated

seats and power seats or seats with airbag components.

Type of stain

Cleaning

Type of stain

Cleaning

Heavy stains

– Apply a mild soapy solution with a cloth that has

been wrung nearly dry

– Dab dry with an absorbent cloth.

Water-based stains,

such as coffee, tea,

juice, or blood.

– Remove fresh stains with an absorbent cloth.

– If the stains are already dry, use an appropriate

cleaning agent

⇒ .

Grease-based

stains, such as oil,

lipstick, etc.

– Remove fresh stains with an absorbent cloth.

– Use an appropriate cleaning agent on stains that

have not yet penetrated the surface

⇒ .

Special stains, such

as ballpoint pen,

marker, nail polish,

latex paint, or shoe

polish.

– Dab dry with an absorbent cloth.

– Clean with a special stain remover designed for

leather.

NOTICE

Stains that have been left in place too long will penetrate the surface of the leather and

cannot be removed.

Never treat leather with solvents, floor wax, shoe polish, stain remover or similar products.
Wipe up spilled liquids immediately with an absorbent cloth. Liquid can penetrate leather

surfaces and seams within a few seconds.

If the vehicle is left in the sun for a long time, cover the upholstery to protect the leather

from direct sunlight and to help prevent fading and discoloration.

Slight discoloration caused by wear and tear is normal.

Cleaning leatherette

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

Clean leatherette upholstery only with water and a mild soap solution.

Before cleaning leatherette surfaces, read and heed the information

⇒ Cleaning upholstery on heat-

ed seats and power seats or seats with airbag components.

Mild soap solution: 2 tablespoons of liquid soap in 1 quart (liter) of water.

NOTICE

Do not clean leatherette with solvents, floor wax, shoe polish, stain remover, or similar

products.

These can cause the material to become brittle and break. Sharp-edged objects and items

on clothing and belts (such as belt clips, mobile phone cases, zippers, rivets, and rhinestones)
can damage upholstery material and fabric trim.

If the vehicle is left in the sun for a long time, cover the upholstery to protect the leatherette

from direct sunlight and to help prevent fading or discoloration.

Cleaning storage compartments and cup holders

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

Moisten a clean, lint-free cloth with water and clean the parts.
If this is not sufficient, then use a special solvent-free care and cleaning product designed for

plastics.

Care and cleaning of plastic components, wood trim and instrument
panel

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

Moisten a clean, lint-free cloth with water and clean the parts.
Clean plastic components (inside and outside of the vehicle) and the instrument panel only with a

solvent-free care and cleaning product that is specifically designed for plastics and approved by

Volkswagen

⇒

Clean wood trim with a mild soap solution.

WARNING

Using solvents or other improper cleaning products on surfaces where airbags are located
can change the way airbags deploy in a crash.

Products containing solvents will change the properties of the plastics and may cause

plastic parts to break and fly around when the airbag deploys in a crash, causing injury.

Never use solvents or cleaners on the steering wheel horn pad or on the instrument panel

because they can damage the airbag cover or change the stiffness or strength of the material
so that the airbag cannot deploy and protect properly.

When cleaning the horn pad and instrument panel, use only a soft, dry cloth or a cloth

moistened with plain water.

Cleaning the safety belts

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

If a safety belt is dirty, this can prevent the belt from working properly. Keep safety belts clean and
regularly check all safety belts for damage.

Safety belts must never be taken apart for cleaning.

Remove coarse dirt with a soft brush

⇒

  Carefully pull the dirty safety belt out of the retractor and keep it out.
  Clean the safety belt with a mild soap solution.
  After cleaning, always give the safety belts time to dry thoroughly before letting them retract. This

helps prevent damage to the retractor.

Do not let the safety belts retract until they are completely dry.

WARNING

Damage to safety belts reduces their overall effectiveness and increases the risk of serious
personal injury and death whenever the vehicle is being used.

Check the condition of all safety belts regularly. If you notice that the safety belt webbing,

hardware, retractor, buckle, or any other part of the safety belts is damaged, immediately
have an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility replace the
safety belt with the correct replacement belt for your vehicle model and model year.

Never use chemical cleaning agents, solvents, or any substance that may damage or

weaken the safety belt webbing or any other parts of the safety belt. Never let the belts come
into contact with corrosive fluids or sharp objects. Otherwise, the safety belt webbing will be
significantly weakened.

After cleaning, always give the safety belts time to dry completely before letting them

retract. The moisture can damage the retractor and keep it from working properly.

Never let foreign objects or liquids get into the safety belt latch. This could prevent the

belt buckles and safety belts from working properly.

Damaged safety belts must be replaced; they cannot be repaired.
Never try to repair a damaged safety belt yourself. Never remove or modify the safety belts

in any way.

Safety belts that were subject to stress in an accident and stretched must be replaced with

a correct, new safety belt, preferably by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized
Volkswagen Service Facility.

Replacement after a crash may be necessary even if a safety belt shows no visible dam-

age. Anchorages that have been loaded must also be inspected.

Parts, accessories, repairs, and modifications

Introduction

In this section you’ll find information about:

Break-in period

Parts and accessories

Operating fluids and equipment

Repairs and technical modifications

Repairs and other things that can affect Advanced Airbag performance

Notice about data recorded by the Event Data Recorder and vehicle control modules

Notice about data recorded by vehicle control modules

Using a mobile phone without a vehicle-integrated antenna - some important things to know

More information:

  Safety belts
  Airbag system
  Roof rack
  Trailer towing
  Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
  Power outlets
  Braking and parking
  Starting assistance systems
  Cruise control
  Rear View Camera system
  Working in the engine compartment
  Engine oil
  Engine coolant
  12 Volt vehicle battery
  Exterior care and cleaning
  Interior care and cleaning
  Consumer information

⇒ Booklet

Radio

⇒ Booklet

Navigation system

⇒ Booklet

Mobile Phone Package

WARNING

Inappropriate spare parts and accessories as well as improperly performed work, modifica-
tions and repairs can cause vehicle damage, accidents and serious personal injuries.

Volkswagen strongly recommends to only use accessories approved by Volkswagen and

Genuine Volkswagen Parts

. These parts and accessories have been evaluated by

Volkswagen for their suitability, reliability and safety.

Have repairs and vehicle modifications performed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or

authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Authorized Volkswagen dealers and authorized
Volkswagen Service Facilities have the required tools, diagnostic equipment, repair infor-
mation, and trained personnel to properly replace any airbag in your vehicle and assure sys-
tem effectiveness in a crash.

Only install parts on the vehicle that are consistent with factory-installed parts with re-

spect to design and characteristics.

Never store, mount, or attach objects, such as cup holders or phone cradles, on or next to

the airbag module covers or within the airbags deployment zones.

Only use wheel rim/tire combinations approved by Volkswagen for the respective vehicle

type.

Break-in period

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

Note applicable requirements for breaking in new parts.

Breaking in a new engine

A new engine must be carefully broken in during the first 1000 miles (1600 kilometers). During the first
few hours of driving, the engine's internal friction is higher than later when all moving parts have been
broken in.

Engine life is influenced by how you drive the vehicle for the first 1000 miles (1600 km). Even after-
wards, driving at moderate engine speeds, especially when the engine is cold, will tend to reduce
engine wear and help the engine to last longer and go farther. But do not drive at an excessively low
engine speed, either. Always downshift if the engine is not running smoothly. For the first 600 miles
(1000 km):

  Do not use full throttle.
  Don't let the engine speed get above 2/3 of the maximum speed.
  Do not tow a trailer.

From 600 to 1000 miles (1000 to 1600 km): Speed may gradually be increased to maximum permis-
sible road and engine speed.

New tires and brake pads

New tires and replacement tires

⇒ Tires and wheels

Brakes

⇒ About the brakes

Breaking in a new engine gently will increase service life and reduce oil consumption.

Parts and accessories

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

Volkswagen recommends that you consult an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized
Volkswagen Service Facility before purchasing accessories, spare parts or other equipment. Always
do so if you want to install additional accessories or replace parts. Your authorized Volkswagen dealer
or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility can provide information about legal requirements and
factory-recommended accessories, spare parts, and other equipment.

WARNING

Improper vehicle modifications and repairs affect the performance of the airbag system and
cause malfunctions and severe personal injuries.

Never store, mount, or attach objects, such as cup holders or phone cradles, on or next to

the airbag module covers or within the airbag deployment zones.

Objects on or near the surface where airbags are located can come loose and cause seri-

ous personal injury if the airbag deploys.

Operating fluids and equipment

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

Operating fluids and parts that wear out with use (such as timing belts, tires, engine coolants,
engine oils, spark plugs, and vehicle batteries) are constantly being improved. For this reason, it is
important to have operating fluids changed and wearing parts replaced by an authorized Volkswagen
dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Authorized Volkswagen dealers and authorized
Volkswagen Service Facilities are always up-to-date regarding new developments and changes.

WARNING

Improper use of operating fluids and equipment can cause accidents, serious personal inju-
ries, burns and/or poisoning.

Always store vehicle care products in a safe place in original containers that are securely

closed.

To reduce the risk of poisoning, never use empty food or beverage containers that might

mislead someone into drinking from them.

Always keep vehicle care products out of the reach of children.
Always read and heed all the instructions and all WARNINGS on the package before using

vehicle care products.

When using products that give off harmful fumes, always work outdoors or in a well venti-

lated area.

Never use fuel, turpentine, engine oil, nail polish remover or other volatile fluids for vehi-

cle care. They are poisonous and highly flammable. They could cause fires and explosions!

NOTICE

Only refill with suitable operating fluids. When changing or topping off fluids, make sure

that you pour the fluids into the correct reservoirs. Adding incorrect fluids will cause serious
malfunctions and engine damage! Under no circumstances should you mix up operating fluids.
Otherwise serious malfunctions and engine damage can occur!

Accessories and other things installed in front of the cooling air intakes impair the efficien-

cy of the engine coolant. The engine can overheat under high outside temperatures or under
high engine loads!

Leaking operating fluids can pollute the environment. Collect leaking operating fluids in suitable

containers and dispose of them properly in accordance with applicable environmental laws and regula-
tions.

Repairs and technical modifications

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

Volkswagen guidelines for repairs and technical modifications must be followed

⇒

Changes to electronic components and related software can cause malfunctions. These malfunctions
can also affect other systems that are related to the component or software that was modified. The
vehicle's operational safety can be seriously jeopardized, increased vehicle component wear can
occur, and the vehicle may no longer meet applicable emissions requirements.

Volkswagen recommends having all repairs and technical modifications performed by an authorized
Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility using Genuine Volkswagen Parts

Damage that is caused by improper repairs or unapproved technical modifications will not be covered
by any Volkswagen Limited Warranty.

WARNING

Improperly performed repairs and modifications can cause vehicle damage and malfunctions,
and can impair the efficiency of driver assistance systems. This can lead to accidents and
severe personal injuries.

Have repairs and vehicle modifications done by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an

authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

NOTICE

Improperly performed repairs and modifications can cause increased component wear and
result in vehicle emissions that no longer meet applicable requirements.

Repairs and other things that can affect Advanced Airbag performance

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

Repairs and modifications of front bumpers, doors, front seats, headliners and the chassis can affect
proper airbag performance and should be performed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or author-
ized Volkswagen Service Facility. These vehicle areas can contain important parts of the airbag sys-
tem.

Components of the airbag system can be damaged during removal, assembly and repair activities on
the airbag system itself or related components. Damage to airbag parts can prevent the system from
working properly in a collision.

Observe all regulations so that the effectiveness of the airbag is not affected and to prevent disassem-
bled parts from causing injuries and pollution. Authorized Volkswagen dealers, authorized Volkswagen
Service Facilities, and other qualified workshops are familiar with these regulations.

Changing the vehicle's suspension system can change the way that the airbag system works in a
crash. For example, using tire-rim combinations not approved by Volkswagen, lowering the vehicle,
changing the stiffness of the suspension, including the springs, suspension struts, shock absorbers
etc. can change the forces that are measured by the airbag sensors and sent to the electronic control
unit. Some suspension changes can, for example, increase the force levels measured by the airbag

sensors and sent to the electronic control unit and make the airbag system deploy in crashes in which
it would not deploy if the changes had not been made. Other kinds of changes may reduce the force
levels measured by the sensors and prevent the airbag from deploying when it should.

Never install leather upholstery on a vehicle that originally had cloth upholstery. Never install cloth
upholstery on a vehicle that originally had leather upholstery. The capacitive passenger detection
system for the Advanced Airbag system will not work properly if different upholstery is installed on the
passenger seat than the upholstery originally installed on the vehicle when it was originally manufac-
tured.

WARNING

Changing the vehicle's suspension including use of unapproved tire-rim combinations can
change airbag performance and increase the risk of serious personal injury in a crash.

Never install suspension components that do not have the same performance characteris-

tics as the components originally installed on your vehicle.

Never use tire-rim combinations that have not been approved by Volkswagen.

WARNING

Leaving the optional safety belt extender attached to the safety belt buckle on the front pas-
senger seat when the safety belt is not being used will prevent the Advanced Airbag System
from working properly and can increase the risk of serious personal injury in a collision.

Leaving the extender attached to the safety belt buckle when the front seat is occupied

and the safety belt is not being used will signal to the airbag control unit that the front pas-
senger seat is occupied and that the safety belt is being used. The electronic control unit for
the airbag system will then receive incorrect information that will

– cause the safety belt pretensioner to deploy unnecessarily in collisions and

– cause the front passenger airbag to deploy later in collisions in which the front airbag
would otherwise be triggered earlier to help protect an unrestrained front seat passenger.

Always remove the safety belt extender when it is not needed and stow it safely.

Never use the safety belt extender to secure a child restraint.

WARNING

Items stored between the safety belt buckle and the center console can cause safety belt
buckle to send the wrong information to the airbag control unit and prevent the Advanced
Airbag System from working properly.

Always make sure that nothing can interfere with the safety belt buckles and that they are

not obstructed.

WARNING

Improper care and servicing, and improper modification and repair work, can increase the
risk of personal injury and death by preventing an airbag from deploying when needed or
deploying an airbag unexpectedly:

Never repair, adjust, or change any parts of the airbag system.
All work on the airbag system, steering wheel, instrument panel, front seats or electrical

system (including the installation of audio equipment, mobile telephones and CB radios, etc.)
should be performed by authorized Volkswagen dealers or authorized Volkswagen Service
Facilities. They have the necessary manuals, training, and special equipment.

The airbag system can be activated only once. After an airbag has inflated, it must be

replaced.

Use only original equipment airbags approved by Volkswagen. Have them installed by a

trained technician who has the necessary tools and diagnostic equipment to properly replace
any airbag in your vehicle and assure system effectiveness in a crash.

Never permit salvaged or recycled airbags to be installed in your vehicle.

Undeployed airbag modules and safety belt pretensioners are classified as Perchlorate Materi-

al. Special handling may apply – see http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Obey all
applicable legal requirements regarding handling and disposal of the vehicle or parts of its restraint
system, including airbag modules and safety belts with pretensioners. Authorized Volkswagen dealers
and authorized Volkswagen Service Facilities are familiar with the requirements, and we recommend
that you have them perform this service for you.

Notice about data recorded by the Event Data Recorder and vehicle
control modules

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

This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to
record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road
obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle's systems performed. The EDR is de-
signed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typi-
cally 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

  How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
  Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened;
  How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,
  How fast the vehicle was traveling.

These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and inju-
ries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs;
no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name,
gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement,
could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a
crash investigation.

To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the
EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that
have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.

Some state laws restrict the retrieval or downloading of data stored by EDRs installed in a vehicle for
the express purpose of retrieving data after an accident or crash event without the owner's consent.

Volkswagen will not access the EDR and/or similar data or give it to others - unless the vehicle owner
(or lessee if the vehicle has been leased) agrees, or;

  upon the official request by the police;
  upon the order of a court of law or a government agency; or
  for the defense of a lawsuit through the judicial discovery process.

Volkswagen may also use the data for research about vehicle operation and safety performance or
provide the data to a third party for research purposes without identifying the specific vehicle or infor-
mation about the identity of its owner or lessee.

NOTE: Your vehicle may be equipped with Volkswagen Car-Net. Please see

⇒ page 26 and the

Volkswagen Car-Net Terms of Service and Privacy Policy at (http:// www.vw.com/carnet) for details
regarding how Volkswagen collects, processes, transmits, uses and shares information obtained
through the Volkswagen Car-Net equipment and service.

Your vehicle is also equipped with a number of electronic control modules for various vehicle systems,
such as engine management, emission control, airbags, and safety belts.

These electronic control modules record data during normal vehicle operation that may be needed by
trained technicians for diagnostic and repair purposes. The recording capability of these modules is
limited to data (no sound is recorded). Only a small amount of data is actually recorded over a very
limited period of time, or stored when a system fault is detected by a control module. Some of the data
stored may relate to vehicle speed, direction, or braking, as well as restraint system use and perfor-
mance in the event of a crash. Stored data can also only be read and downloaded with special equip-
ment that is directly connected to the vehicle.

WARNING

Using a mobile phone or CB radio inside the vehicle without a properly installed and separate
outside antenna can be dangerous to your health and that of your passengers because the
electromagnetic radiation energy that mobile phones and CB radios emit may be above es-
tablished limits. This also applies if the outside antenna is not installed properly.

Always keep the mobile phone antenna at least 8 in. (20 cm) away from pacemakers. Heart

specialists advise that mobile phones can adversely affect the way pacemakers work.

Never carry a mobile phone that is switched on in the breast pocket directly over a pace-

maker.

If you suspect there may be interference with a pacemaker or other medical device, switch

the mobile phone off immediately.

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