Volkswagen Passat (2015 year). Instruction

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

Display

Different cruise control versions are available. The stored speed is shown in the instrument cluster
display on some equipment versions.

Status

fig. 166

(A)

Cruise control temporarily deactivated. Stored speed in small numbers.

(B)

System malfunction. See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen
Service Facility.

(C)

Cruise control activated. No speed stored in memory.

(D)

Cruise control is active. Stored speed in large numbers.

Lights up

Possible cause

Cruise control is regulating the speed.

When the ignition is switched on, several warning and indicator lights come on briefly for a function
check. They go out after a few seconds.

WARNING

Failure to heed warning lights and instrument cluster text messages can cause the vehicle to
break down in traffic and result in a collision and serious personal injury.

Never ignore warning lights or text WARNINGS.

Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

NOTICE

Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in vehicle damage.

Cruise control operation

Fig. 168 On the left side of the steering column: Cruise control buttons and switches.

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

In order to:

You must:

⇒

fig. 168

Result:

Switch on cruise control.

Move switch

(2)

to position.

System is switched on, but does not
regulate vehicle speed until a speed

is set.

Set cruise control to

current vehicle speed.

Press button

(3)

Current vehicle speed is set; cruise

control helps to maintain this speed.

Temporarily deactivate

cruise control.

Move switch

(2)

to the

posi-

tion.

OR: depress the brake or clutch

pedal.

Cruise control is temporarily deac-

tivated. The speed is still stored in

the memory.

Resume speed stored in

cruise control.

Press button

(1)

Cruise control resumes speed

previously set.

Increase set speed

(while cruise control is

actively controlling

vehicle speed).

Press button

(1)

briefly to

increase the set speed in small

steps of 1 mph (1 km/h) each.

The vehicle will accelerate until the

new higher speed is reached and

saves the new higher speed in the

memory.

Press and hold button

(1)

increase the set speed until the

higher desired speed is reached

and button is released.

Reduce set speed (while

cruise control is actively

controlling vehicle

speed).

Press button

(3)

briefly to

reduce the set speed in small steps

of 1 mph (1 km/h) each.

Cruise control will slow the vehicle

down without braking by reducing

the flow of fuel to the engine until

the new lower speed is reached and

saves the new lower speed in the

memory.

Press and hold button

(3)

reduce the set speed until the lower

desired speed is reached and the

button is released.

Switch off cruise control.

Move switch

(2)

position.

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 or clutch pedal is depressed.
  If the vehicle shifts gear (manual transmission).
  If an airbag deploys.

Rear View Camera system

Introduction

In this section you’ll find information about:

Operation instructions

Parking

There is a camera in the luggage compartment lid to assist the driver while backing up or maneuver-
ing. 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.

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

More information and warnings:

Exterior views

⇒ Exterior views

Accessories, replacement parts, repairs and modifications

⇒ 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 camera has blind spots in which it cannot detect people and objects.
Always be careful and look around you when parking. The camera cannot show people,

animals, and objects in certain situations. Watch out for small children and animals in partic-
ular.

Due to the screen resolution or in 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

camera 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 camera 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 camera and could

damage the vehicle.

Operation instructions

Fig. 169 In the luggage compartment lid: Location of the Rear View camera.

Fig. 170 Rear View Camera system display.

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

In order to

Operation

Automatically activate display:

Shift into Reverse when the ignition is switched on or the

engine is running.

Manually deactivate display:

Press a function selection button on the radio or the naviga-

tion system

⇒ Booklet

Radio or ⇒ Booklet Navigation

system.

OR: Touch the function button on the screen.

OR: Switch off the ignition. The Rear View Camera system

display turns off after a few seconds.

Switch off display by shifting out of

Reverse:

The camera display switches off.

Deactivate display by driving for-

ward:

Drive forward faster than about 10 mph (16 km/h).

Screen

Function buttons on the screen

⇒

fig. 170

(1)

Display or hide the menu bar.

(2)

Turn off the rearview camera screen.

(3)

Turn off the sound.

(4)

Adjust display: brightness, contrast, color (for vehicles with navigation unit).

Special considerations

1) Do not use the Rear View Camera system in the following situations:

– When an incorrect or unclear image is displayed, such as when there is poor visibility or the lens is

dirty.

– If the area behind the vehicle cannot be seen clearly or completely.

1) Do not use the Rear View Camera system in the following situations:

– If the rear of the vehicle is heavily loaded.

– When the luggage compartment lid is open.

– If the driver is not familiar with the system.

– If the position or angle of the camera has changed, such as after a rear-end collision. Have the

system checked by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

2) Examples of optical distortion by the camera

The Rear View Camera system displays only two-dimensional images. Recesses and protruding

objects on the ground or protruding parts on other vehicles are 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:

– 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:

Engage the parking brake.
Wet the camera lens with a commercially available alcohol-based glass cleaner and clean with a

dry cloth

⇒

Remove snow with a brush.

Remove ice with deicer spray

⇒

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.

Volkswagen recommends practicing parking with Rear View Camera system in a safe place with

little or no traffic or in a parking lot under good visibility and weather conditions in order to familiarize
yourself with the system, the orientation lines and the way they work.

Rear View Camera system does not work when the luggage compartment lid is open.

Parking

Fig. 171 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

Orientation lines overview

The yellow area displayed stops about 2 yards (meters) behind the vehicle on the road.

Meaning of the orientation lines on the screen

⇒

fig. 171

(1)

Safety distance: area up to about 16 inches (40 cm) behind the vehicle on the road.

(2)

Projection of the vehicle (widened somewhat) toward the rear. The middle markers are about
40 inches (1 meter) behind the vehicle on the road.

Parking

Position the vehicle in front of a parking space and shift into Reverse.
Slowly back up and steer so that the yellow orientation lines lead into the parking space

(2)

Align the vehicle in the parking place so that the yellow orientation lines are parallel with the park-

ing space.

All distances of the orientation lines refer to a vehicle that is on a level surface.

Heating and air conditioning

Introduction

In this section you’ll find information about:

Manual controls

Climatronic controls

Operation

Air vents

Air recirculation

Manual air conditioning (A/C) and Climatronic

Your vehicle is equipped either with a manual air conditioning climate control system or with a
Climatronic climate control system.

Climatronic information appears in the Climatronic display and/or on the screen of the factory-installed
Radio system or Radio & Navigation system.

The temperature units (Fahrenheit or Celsius) in the factory installed radio or navigation system
screen can be changed in the Settings menu in the Premium instrument cluster display in appropri-
ately equipped vehicles.

The dust and pollen filter

The dust and pollen filter with an activated carbon insert reduces the entry of pollutants into the pas-
senger compartment.

The dust and pollen filter must be replaced at the intervals recommended in

⇒ Booklet

Warranty and

Maintenance so that the air conditioner can work properly.
If the effectiveness of the filter decreases prematurely due to operating the vehicle where the outside
air is heavily polluted, the dust and pollen filter should be replaced more frequently than indicated.

More information:

  Exterior views
  Passenger compartment
  Volkswagen Information System
  Seat functions
  Windshield wiper and washer
  Starting and stopping the engine
  Exterior care and cleaning

WARNING

Poor visibility increases the risk of collisions and other accidents that cause serious person-
al injuries.

Always make sure all windows are clear of ice, snow and condensation for good visibility

to the front, sides, and rear.

Maximum heating output and defrosting performance are not possible until the engine has

reached operating temperature. Wait until you have good visibility before driving off.

Always make sure you know how to properly use the heating and ventilation systems as

well as the rear window defroster that you will need for good visibility.

Never use air recirculation for long periods of time. When the air conditioner is off and

recirculation mode is on, condensation can quickly form on the windows and greatly reduce
visibility.

Always switch off recirculation mode when it is not needed.

WARNING

Stale air causes driver fatigue and reduces driver alertness, which can cause accidents, colli-
sions and serious personal injury.

Never switch off the fan for a long period of time and never use air recirculation a long

period of time because no fresh air will enter the passenger compartment.

NOTICE

If you think the air conditioner is not working properly or may be damaged, switch it off to

help prevent more damage. Have the air conditioner checked by an authorized Volkswagen
dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Air conditioner repair requires specialized knowledge and special tools. Volkswagen rec-

ommends that you see an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service
Facility.

Do not smoke when air recirculation is switched on. Smoke drawn into the ventilation sys-

tem can leave residue on the evaporator and on the dust and pollen active carbon filter, result-
ing in permanent odors whenever the air conditioner is switched on.

If the air conditioner is switched off, the fresh outside air will not be dehumidified. To help keep

the windows from fogging over, Volkswagen recommends leaving the air conditioner (compressor)
switched on. Press the A/C button. The indicator light in the button must come on.

When it is very hot and humid outside, water condensation can drip from the air conditioner

evaporator and form a puddle under the vehicle. This is normal and does not indicate a leak.

Keep the air intake slots in front of the windshield free of ice, snow and leaves in order to main-

tain proper functioning of the heating and ventilation systems.

Maximum heating output and defrosting performance are not possible until the engine has

reached operating temperature.

Emergency starting and starting the engine with a very weak vehicle battery or after the vehicle

battery has been replaced may change or delete settings (including time, date, personal convenience
settings and programming). Check the settings and correct as necessary once the vehicle battery has
built up a sufficient charge.

Manual controls

Fig. 172 In the center console: Manual air conditioning controls.

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

Press the corresponding button to switch a function on or off. If a function is switched on, an indicator
light in or under the button lights up. To switch off a function, press the button again.

The LED in a particular button lights up to show that the function is activated.

Button /

Knob

More information

⇒

fig. 172

(1)

...

Temperature: Turn the knob to set the temperature.

(2)

Fan: Setting 0: the fan and manual air conditioning are switched off, Setting 6: highest

fan speed.

(3)

Air distribution: Direct airflow by turning knob to any setting (continously adjustable).

Defog / defrost button. Airflow is directed to the windshield. Recirculation mode

switches off automatically in this position or cannot be switched on. Increases the fan
speed to clear the windshield as quickly as possible. The cooling system switches on

automatically to dehumidify the air.

Air distribution to the upper instrument panel outlets.

Air distribution in the footwells.

Air distribution to the upper instrument panels outlets and the footwells.

Air distribution to the windshield and the footwells.

Button /

Knob

More information

⇒

fig. 172

Rear window defroster: Works only when the engine is running and switches off

automatically after 10 minutes or less.

Air recirculation mode

Buttons for seat heating

Push button to switch the air conditioner on or off.

Turn knob to position

/ for maximum air conditioner cooling. The air recirculation

and cooling system are switched on automatically.

Press the

button. If the system is switched off, the indicator light in the

button

lights up.

WARNING

Stale air causes driver fatigue and reduces alertness, which can cause accidents, collisions,
and serious personal injury.

Never switch off the fan for a long time, because no fresh air will enter the passenger

compartment.

Climatronic controls

Fig. 173 In the center console: Climatronic controls.

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

Press the corresponding button to switch a function on or off. If a function is switched on, an indicator
light in or under the button lights up. To switch off a function, press the button again.

The LED in a particular button lights up to show that the function is activated.

Button /

Knob

More information

⇒

fig. 173

(1)

...

Temperature: Left and right sides of the vehicle can be set to different temperatures.

Turn the knob to set the temperature.

(2)

Fan: The speed of the fan is automatically adjusted depending on the vehicle speed

in order to help prevent unnecessary noise. The fan can also be adjusted manually.

(3)

Air distribution: Air flow is automatically adjusted to a comfortable level. It can also be

manually adjusted with buttons

(3)

(4)

Left-side and right-side digital temperature displays.

Defog / defrost button. The incoming outside air is directed to the windshield, and air

recirculation automatically switches off. To defrost the windshield as quickly as possi-

ble, humidity is removed from the air at temperatures above about 38 ºF (3 ºC ) and

the blower is set to a high speed.

Air distribution to the upper instrument panel outlets.

Air distribution in the footwells.

Upwards air distribution.

Rear window defroster: Works only when the engine is running and switches off

automatically after 10 minutes or less.

Automatic air recirculation

Buttons for seat heating

Push button to switch the air conditioner on or off.

Push button for maximum air conditioner cooling. The air recirculation and cooling

system are switched on automatically and the air distribution is automatically set to

position .

Combines temperature settings for the driver side with the passenger side: If the

indicator light in the

button lights up, the temperature settings for the driver side

are also in effect for the passenger side.

Press the button or turn the temperature knob for the passenger side in order to set a

different temperature for the passenger side. The indicator light goes out.

Automatic control for temperature, fan and air distribution. Press the

button to

activate this mode. The indicator light in the button lights up.

Press the

button. If the system is switched off, the indicator light in the

button

lights up.

WARNING

Stale air causes driver fatigue and reduces alertness, which can cause accidents, collisions,
and serious personal injury.

Never switch off the fan for a long time, because no fresh air will enter the passenger

compartment.

Operation

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

The air conditioner works only when the ignition is switched on. The cooling system for the passenger
compartment works only when the engine is running and the fan is on.

The air conditioner is most efficient when the windows and the power sunroof are closed. If the vehicle
is stationary and the passenger compartment becomes very hot due to sunlight, briefly opening the
windows and the power sunroof may speed up the cooling process.

Keep the air intake slots in front of the windshield free of ice, snow and leaves so that the heating and
ventilation systems can work properly.

Settings for optimum visibility

When you switch on the cooling system, both the temperature and humidity in the vehicle are reduced.
This will help make passengers feel more comfortable and help keep the windows from fogging up.

For manual air conditioning

Switch off the air recirculation

⇒ Air recirculation.

Set the fan to the desired speed.
Turn the temperature knob to the center position.

Open and adjust all air vents in the instrument panel

⇒ Air vents.

Turn the air distribution knob to the desired setting.
Push the

button to switch the air conditioning system on. The indicator light in the button lights

up.

For Climatronic

Press the

button.

Set temperature to +72 °F (+22 °C).

Open and adjust all air vents in the instrument panel

⇒ Air vents.

Climatronic: Changing the temperature unit on the factory-installed Radio or Radio &
Navigation system display

For vehicles with a Premium instrument cluster: The inside and outside temperatures can be displayed
in either Fahrenheit (F) or Celsius (C).

Select Units in the instrument cluster display in the Settings main menu

⇒ Volkswagen Infor-

mation System,

⇒ Main menus: Premium version.

Press and hold the

and

buttons to switch the temperature display from Celsius to Fahrenheit

and vice versa.

Heating

Maximum heating output and defrosting performance are not possible until the engine has reached
operating temperature.

Air conditioner does not work

The air conditioner may not switch on for one of the following reasons:

  The engine is not running.
  The fan is switched off.
  The air conditioner fuse has blown.
  The outside air temperature is colder than about +38 °F (+3 °C).
  The air conditioner compressor has been temporarily switched off due to excessive engine coolant

temperature.

There is another malfunction in the vehicle. Have the air conditioner checked by an authorized

Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Special considerations

When it is very hot and humid outside, water condensation can drip from the air conditioner evapora-
tor and form a puddle under the vehicle. This is normal and does not indicate a leak.

The climate control system adjusts the passenger compartment temperature as fast as possible

considering the outside temperature.

Due to residual moisture in the air conditioner, the windshield may fog up after the engine is

started. Switch on the windshield defroster to help evaporate the condensation as quickly as possible.

The air coming out of the vents flows through the passenger compartment and through the vents

under the rear window. Do not cover these slots with clothing or other things.

Air vents

Fig. 174 In the instrument panel: Air vents.

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

Air vents

To help ensure sufficient heating, cooling and ventilation in the passenger compartment, never close

the air vents completely

⇒

fig. 174

(1)

To open and close the air vents, turn the thumbwheel in the desired direction. When the thumb-

wheel is in the position, the air vent is closed.

Use the lever on the vent grille to adjust the airflow direction.

Additional air vents are located in the instrument panel

(2)

, in the footwells as well as in the rear area

of the passenger compartment.

NOTICE

Do not place food, medications, or other heat-sensitive things in front of the air vents. Food,
medications, and other things that are sensitive to heat or cold can be damaged or made unus-
able by the air flow from the vents.

The air coming out of the vents flows through the passenger compartment and out through vents

below the rear window. Do not cover these slots with clothing or other things.

Air recirculation

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

General information

There are different types of air recirculation:

Manual air recirculation (manual air conditioning).

The left indicator light under the button lights up: manual air recirculation
(Climatronic).

The right indicator light under the button lights up: automatic air recirculation
(Climatronic).

The air recirculation mode

helps prevent outside air from entering the vehicle interior.

In very hot or cold outside temperatures, temporarily switch to manual air recirculation in order to cool
or heat the vehicle interior faster.

For safety reasons, air recirculation is switched off if you push the

button

⇒

Switching air recirculation on and off manually: manual air conditioning

Switching on: Press the

button. The indicator light under the button lights up.

Switching off: Press the

button. The indicator light under the button goes out.

Switching air recirculation on and off manually: Climatronic

Switching on: Press the

button repeatedly until the left indicator light under the button lights up.

Switching off: Press the

button repeatedly until the indicator light under the button goes out.

Automatic air recirculation

In the

setting, fresh air enters the passenger compartment. If the system detects an increased

concentration of pollutants in the outside air, it automatically switches to air recirculation. As soon as
the pollutant level is back in the normal range, air recirculation is switched off.

Unpleasant odors cannot be detected by the system.

Air recirculation is not automatically activated under the following outside temperatures and condi-
tions:

The outside air temperature is colder than about +38 °F (+3 °C).
The cooling system and the windshield wiper are switched off and the outside air temperature is

cooler than about +50 °F (+10 °C).

The cooling system is switched off, the outside air temperature is cooler than about +59 °F

(+15 °C), and the windshield wiper is switched on.

Switching automatic air recirculation on and off

Switching on: Press the

button repeatedly until the right indicator light under the button lights up.

Switching off: Press the

button repeatedly until no indicator light under the button is on.

It is not possible to activate automatic air recirculation when the outside air temperature is colder than
about +38 °F (+3 °C).

Temporarily deactivating automatic air recirculation

Press the

button once to switch to air recirculation temporarily in the event of unpleasant

odors. The left indicator light lights up.

Press the

button again after more than 2 seconds to resume automatic air recirculation. The

right indicator light lights up.

WARNING

Stale air causes driver fatigue and reduces driver alertness, which can cause accidents, colli-
sions and serious personal injury.

Never use air recirculation mode over an extended period of time, since no fresh air will

enter the passenger compartment.

When the air conditioner is off and recirculation mode is on, condensation can quickly

form on the windows and greatly reduce visibility.

Always switch off recirculation mode when it is not needed.

NOTICE

Do not smoke when air recirculation is switched on. Smoke drawn into the ventilation system
can leave residue on the evaporator and on the dust and pollen active carbon filter, resulting in
permanent odors whenever the air conditioner is switched on.

Climatronic: When backing up and while the automatic wiper/washer is working, air recirculation

is briefly activated to help keep exhaust fumes from getting into the passenger compartment.

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