Volkswagen Tiguan (2015 year). Instruction

Rear View Camera system with dynamic orientation lines

Introduction

In this section you’ll find information about:

Operation

Perpendicular parking (Mode 1)

Parallel parking (Mode 2)

A camera in the rear hatch assists the driver while parking in reverse or maneuvering. The camera
image is shown together with orientation lines projected by the system on the screen of the factory-
installed navigation system.

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

2 different orientation lines (modes) can be selected:

Mode 1: Backing into a parking space at right angles to the direction of traffic, such as in a parking

lot.

Mode 2: Parallel parking (parking parallel to the direction of traffic).

You can select the mode by tapping the function key on the radio or navigation system screen. Only
the mode selected is displayed.

More information:

Exterior views

⇒ Booklet

Radio or ⇒ Booklet Navigation system

Parts, accessories, repairs and modifications

WARNING

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 see 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
particular.

Due to the screen resolution, the camera may not pick up thin posts, chain-link fences and

similar fences, and other objects, or it may show them unclear.

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

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

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

conditions.

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 rear hatch 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

Fig. 154 In the rear hatch: Location of the Rear View camera.

Fig. 155 Display of the Rear View Camera system: Mode 1 activated.

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

Function buttons on the screen

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fig. 155

(1)

Display the menu ( ) or hide the menu ( ).

(2)

Turn off the Rear View Camera system screen.

(3)

Change between Mode 1, and Mode 2. Activate orientation guides to park in reverse
perpendicular to the road.

(4)

Display Optical Parking System.

(5)

Adjust display: brightness, contrast, color.

(6)

Turn the sound of the Rear View Camera system off and on.

Function

Vehicles without Park Distance

Control

Vehicles with Park Distance

Control

Switch on the display

automatically:

Shift into Reverse (R) with ignition switched on or engine running. Mode 1 is

displayed

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fig. 156

Switch off the display

manually:

Push an Infotainment System area selection button for example

RADIO

SETUP

OR: Tap the

function key on the screen.

OR: After switching off the ignition, the Rear View Camera system display

will be hidden after a short time.

Press button:

or ∗

Switch off display by

shifting out of Reverse

(R):

The display will be switched off after

about 10 seconds.

Display switches immediately to

OPS.

Switch off display by

driving forwards:

The picture goes out when you go

faster than about 9 mph (15 km/h).

The picture goes out when you go

faster than about 6 mph (10 km/h).

Rear View Camera system

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fig. 154

and screen is automatically activated and deactivated.

Activate:

Shift into Reverse (R) when the ignition is switched on or the engine is running.

Mode 1 is displayed.

Rear View Camera system

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fig. 154

and screen is automatically activated and deactivated.

Deactivate:

Accelerate.

OR: Drive forward briefly.

OR: Press the MEDIA selection button of the navigation system

⇒ Booklet

Navigation system.

Special considerations

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

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

dirty.

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

– If the rear of the vehicle is heavily loaded.

– If the rear hatch is open.

– If the driver is not familiar with the system.

– If the position or angle of the camera was 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 deception by the camera:

The Rear View Camera system provides 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 camera lens clean and free from snow and ice.

  Engage the parking brake.
  Switch on the ignition.
  Select the Reverse (R) gear.

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.

Volkswagen recommends practicing parking 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 in order to
familiarize yourself with the system, the orientation lines and the way they work.

Rear View Camera system cannot be activated when the factory-installed trailer hitch is

electrically connected to the trailer or the rear hatch is open.

Perpendicular parking (Mode 1)

Fig. 156 On the screen: Orientation lines of the parking area behind the vehicle.

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

Orientation lines overview

Meaning of the orientation lines projected on the screen

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fig. 156

. All distances of the orientation

lines refer to a vehicle on a level surface.

(1)

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

(2)

Green: Vehicle extension (somewhat wider) toward the rear. The green area ends about 6 feet
(2 meters) behind the vehicle on the road.

(3)

Yellow: The extension of the vehicle to the rear shows the vehicle path as determined by the
position of the steering wheel. The yellow area ends about 10 feet (3 meters) behind the vehicle
on the road.

Parking

Position the vehicle in front of a parking space and shift into Reverse (R).

Slowly back up and steer in so that the yellow orientation lines lead into the parking space

(3)

Align the vehicle in the parking space so that the green and yellow orientation lines are parallel to

the parking space.

Parallel parking (Mode 2)

Fig. 157 On the screen: Orientation guides and surfaces of the parking area behind the vehicle.

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

When a turn signal is set, unnecessary lines and areas are hidden.

Orientation lines overview

Meaning of the orientation lines and areas projected on screen

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fig. 157

. All distances of the

orientation lines refer to a vehicle on a level surface.

(1)

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

(2)

Vehicle's width limits.

(3)

Point to change steering angle.

When the yellow line touches the curb or any other parking space boundary, the steering wheel
must be turned in the opposite direction (close-up view).

(4)

The parking area parallel to the vehicle which is needed for parking. The area shown must fit
completely into the parking space.

(5)

Parked vehicle at the curb.

Parking

Position the vehicle about 3 feet (1 meter) away from and parallel to the parking space and shift

into Reverse (R).

On the screen of the navigation system, activate Mode 2 for parallel parking.
Back up slowly and steer the vehicle so that the yellow surface on the screen is flush with the side

boundary of the parking space (such as the curb) and stops short of any obstacle

(5)

, such as another

vehicle.

Turn the steering wheel as far as it will go into the direction of the parking space and slowly back

up.

Once the yellow line

(3)

touches the side boundary of the parking space, such as a painted line or

a curb (close-up view), turn the steering wheel as far as it will go in the opposite direction.

Continue backing up until the vehicles is positioned in the parking space parallel to the roadway. If

necessary, correct the parking position.

It may take up to 5 seconds for the area detected by the sensors to be displayed on the factory-

installed radio or navigation screen.

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 and Climatronic

Your vehicle is equipped either with a Manual air conditioning or with a Climatronic climate
control system. On vehicles with Climatronic climate control, system status messages will appear
briefly in the Climatronic display and/or on 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
appropriately equipped vehicles.

The dust and pollen filter

The dust and pollen filter with an activated carbon insert reduces the entry of pollutants into the
passenger 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
  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
personal 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,
collisions 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

recommends 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

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.

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 AC 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

maintain 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 system 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. 158 In the center console: Manual AC 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.

Button /

Knob

More information: Manual AC

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fig. 158

Temperature

(1)

Turn knob to set the desired temperature. The

position provides maximum

cooling output. Recirculation mode and the cooling system switch on automatically.

…

Fan

(2)

: Setting 0: the fan and manual air conditioning are switched off.

Setting 6: highest fan speed.

Air

distribution

(3)

Direct airflow by turning knob to any setting (continuously adjustable).

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

switches off automatically in this position. 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 air vents in the instrument panel.

Air distribution to the instrument panel and in the footwells.

Button /

Knob

More information: Manual AC

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fig. 158

Air distribution in the footwells.

Air distribution to the windshield and footwells.

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

automatically after 10 minutes or less.

Air recirculation

Buttons for seat heating

Press the

button to switch the air conditioner on or off.

Turn knob

(1)

to the

position for maximum cooling output. The air recirculation

and air conditioning switches on automatically.

Switching

. Turn fan switch to position 0.

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. 159 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.

Button /

Knob

More information: Climatronic

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fig. 159

Temperature

(1)

Left and right sides of the vehicle can be set to different temperatures. Turn the knob

to set the temperature. The temperature is displayed on the outer ring.

…

Fan

(2)

The fan speed is automatically controlled depending on the vehicle speed in order to

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

Air

distribution

(3)

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

adjusted with button

(3)

Displays

(4)

Left-side and right-side digital temperature displays.

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

recirculation is automatically switches off. To defrost the windshield as quickly as

possible, humidity is removed from the air at temperatures above about +35 °F

(+1.5 °C), and the blower is set to a high speed.

Air distribution to the air vents in the instrument panel.

Air distribution in the footwells.

Air is directed upward.

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

automatically after 10 minutes or less.

Manual and automatic air recirculation

Buttons for seat heating

Press the

button to switch the air conditioner on or off.

Push button

for maximum air conditioner cooling. The air recirculation and air

conditioning switches on automatically and the vents direct air in the position.

Applies the temperature settings for the driver side to the passenger side: If the

indicator light in the

button lights up, the temperature settings for the driver side

also apply to the passenger side.

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

temperature for the passenger side. The indicator light in the button goes out.

Automatic temperature control, fan speed and air distribution.

Button /

Knob

More information: Climatronic

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fig. 159

Press the button: The

High (high fan speed) function switches on. The right

indicator light in the button lights up.

Press the button again: The

Low (low blower speed) function switches on. The

left indicator light in the button lights up.

Switching off. Press

button or set the fan manually to 0. If the system is switched

off, an 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 not moving 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 AC

Switch off air recirculation

⇒ Air recirculation.

Set fan to 1 or 2.
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

Press the

and

buttons at the same time to toggle between Celsius and Fahrenheit and vice

versa.

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 using in the
Settings main menu

⇒ page 20, Volkswagen Information System.

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
evaporator 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 out through vents

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

Air vents

Fig. 160 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

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fig. 160

(1)

To open and close the air vents

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fig. 160

, turn the thumb wheel (close-up) in the desired direction.

When the thumbwheel is turned all the way toward the , the air vent is closed.

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

Additional, non-adjustable air vents

(2)

are located in the door pillars and the instrument panel, 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
unusable 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 AC).

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

There are different types of air recirculation:

The right indicator light under the button lights up: automatic air recirculation is
switched on (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 when the

button is pressed, and the air

distribution switch is turned to

⇒

Switching manual air recirculation on and off

Switching on: Press the button

repeatedly until the indicator light in the button lights up.

Switching off: Press the button

repeatedly until the indicator light in the button goes out.

Switching manual air recirculation on and off

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
conditions:

The air conditioning is on (indicated by the light in the

button) and 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 the 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,
collisions 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 operating, air

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

Volkswagen Tiguan (2015 year). Instruction - part 18