Acc VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG 2014 2.G Owners Manual

– Mute switching for radio or activation of voice control (if applicable) 
– Display Phone main menu or accept telephone calls -
– Audio, Navigation

Lower center console

Fig. 7 Overview of lower center console (4MOTION).
Key to fig. 7:
(1) Automatic transmission selector lever
(2) Button for:
– Electronic parking brake G
(3) Cup holders
(4) Storage compartment
– with 12 Volt socket
(5) Starter button for Keyless Access locking and starting system 34!24 – 34/0
(6) Storage compartment in the center armrest
(7) Button for:
– Driving with electric motor %--/$%
– Anti-slip regulation (ASR) m
(8) Rotary knob for setting drive mode (On-road / Off-road)

Instrument explanations to fig. 11:
(1) Speedometer
(2) Tachometer (shows engine revolutions per minute in thousands, when the engine is running).
The red zone at the end of the scale indicates maximum permissible engine rpm (revolutions per minute) for all gears after the break-in period. Before reaching this region, select the next
higher selector level position (D), or ease your foot off the accelerator ⇒ .
(3) Displays
(4) Reset button for the trip odometer display (trip) and button to display the engine code.
– Push and hold the 0.0 button about 1 second in order to reset to zero.
– Push the 0.0 button again and hold it for about 3 seconds to display the previous value.
– Push and hold the 0.0 button for more than 10 seconds to display the vehicle's engine code. You must do this when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running.
(5) Fuel gauge
(6) Engine coolant temperature display.
NOTICE
x To help prevent engine damage, always avoid high engine speeds, full throttle acceleration and heavy engine loads when the engine is cold.
x To help prevent engine damage, the tachometer needle should only enter the red zone (warning zone) briefly.
Up-shifting early into the next higher gear saves fuel and reduces engine noise.
Applicable only in Canada
Instrument overview

Fig. 12 Instrument cluster in the instrument panel.

The red zone at the end of the scale indicates maximum permissible engine rpm (revolutions per minute) for all gears after the break-in period. Before reaching this region, select the next
higher selector level position (D), or ease your foot off the accelerator ⇒ .
(3) Displays
(4) Reset button for the trip odometer display (trip) and button to display the engine code.
– Push and hold the 0.0 button about 1 second in order to reset to zero.
– Push the 0.0 button again and hold it for about 3 seconds to display the previous value.
– Push and hold the 0.0 button for more than 10 seconds to display the vehicle's engine code. You must do this when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running.
(5) Fuel gauge
(6) Engine coolant temperature display.
NOTICE
x To help prevent engine damage, always avoid high engine speeds, full throttle acceleration and heavy engine loads when the engine is cold.
x To help prevent engine damage, the tachometer needle should only enter the red zone (warning zone) briefly.
Up-shifting early into the next higher gear saves fuel and reduces engine noise.
Displays

Fig. 13 In the instrument cluster display: A: Open engine hood, B: Open rear hatch, C: Open front driver side door, D: Open rear passenger side door.

Compass display
When the ignition and navigation system are switched on, the current compass direction is indicated in
the instrument cluster display ⇒ Compass.
Selector lever positions
The selector lever position is shown both on the side of the selector lever and in the instrument cluster display. The respective gear may also be shown in the instrument cluster display in Drive (D) and Sport Drive (S), as well as in Tiptronic® mode.
Speed warning
If you exceed the top speed that has been set, this will be signaled in the instrument cluster display. This feature is useful in various situations, for instance when using winter tires that are not designed for the vehicle's top speed.
The speed warning can be set and switched on and off in the Infotainment System.
x Switch on the ignition.
x Press the CAR Infotainment button.
x Tap the Settings function key on the screen.
x Select Speed warning from the list.
x Place your finger on the touchscreen slider ? and, keeping your finger on the screen, move your finger to slide it to the desired speed setting.
x OR: Tap the - or + function key on the screen to move the slider in steps.
x Tap the Active function key on the screen to switch on the speed warning.
If the check box in the Active function key is checked =, the feature is switched on.
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.
x Never ignore warning lights or text WARNINGS.
x Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
x Park the vehicle at a safe distance from moving traffic and where no part of the hot catalytic converter and exhaust system can come into contact with flammable materials under the vehicle, such as dry grass, brush, spilled fuel, etc.
x A broken down vehicle presents a high accident risk for itself and others. Switch on emergency flashers and set up a warning triangle to warn oncoming traffic.
WARNING
Roads and bridges may be dangerously icy even if the outside air temperature is above freezing.
x If you use the outside temperature display to tell you about frost conditions, remember that roads can even ice over at temperatures above +39 °F (+4 °C). Always remember: even if the “snowflake symbol” (ice warning) is not displayed, there could still be black ice on the road.
x Never rely exclusively on the outside temperature display.

x Select the compass zone according to the current location ⇒ fig. 14.
x Adjust and confirm compass zone (1-15).
Calibrating the compass
In order to calibrate the compass, you need a valid compass zone for the location and enough room to drive in a circle.
x Switch on the ignition.
x Select the Settings menu followed by the Compass and Calibration menu items.
x Confirm the A complete circle must be driven for calibration message by pressing the OK button on the multi-function steering wheel, and then drive in a complete circle at about 6 mph (10 km/h).
During calibration, CAL is shown in the instrument cluster display. The calibration is complete when the compass direction is displayed.
Service reminder display

x To access a menu item, press the OK button.
Displaying a sub-menu
x Press the ' button on the multi-function steering wheel to access a submenu.
x Press the * or + buttons until the menu item you want is highlighted. The highlighted menu item is between the two horizontal lines.
x Highlight or confirm the selection with the OK button.
If you make no selection within about 10 seconds, the screen switches back to the previous menu.
Returning to the main menu
x Press the

Menu Function
Hybrid Shows the current energy flow for hybrid vehicles ⇒ page 460.
Tire pressure Display of current tire pressures in vehicles with direct Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Display since start
Display and storage of the driving and fuel consumption data compiled from the time the ignition is switched on to the time it is switched off. If the journey is continued within two hours after the ignition is switched off, the information from the new leg of the journey is counted as well. The memory is automatically cleared if the vehicle is not driven for more than two hours.
Display since refuel Display and storage of driving and fuel consumption data. The memory is automatically cleared when the vehicle is fueled again.
Display long-term Display and storage of the accumulated driving and fuel consumption data of any number of single trips up to a total driving time of either 19 hours and 59 minutes or 99 hours and 59 minutes, and up to a total distance of either 1,999.9 miles (1,999.9 km) or 9,999 miles (9,999 km), depending on the instrument cluster version. If one of the stored values is exceeded, then the memory is automatically cleared and starts again from 0.
Digital speed Switch the digital speed on or off. Shows the current vehicle speed in digital form.
Back The display switches back to the main menu.
Possible displays

Submenu Function
Travel time Driving time in hours (h) and minutes (min) corresponding to trip memories 1 and 2 (toggle).
Current consumption Current fuel consumption in miles per gallon (l/100 km) while driving. When units are set to miles, dashes appear instead of a number when the engine is running and the vehicle is standing still. When units are set to kilometers, the display shows liters consumed per hour when the engine is running and the vehicle is standing still.
Average consumption Average fuel consumption in miles per gallon (l/100 km) on trips per trip memories 1 and 2 (toggle) is displayed once the vehicle has been driven about 330 feet (100 m). Until then, dashes appear instead of a number. The value displayed is updated every 5 seconds.
Range Estimated distance in miles (km) that the vehicle can go with the fuel left in the tank the way you are currently driving. Takes account of the current fuel consumption, among other things.
Distance Distance driven in miles (km) from the time the ignition was switched on.
Average speed The average speed is displayed after the ignition is switched on and the vehicle has been driven about 300 feet (100 m). Up to this point, dashes appear instead of a number. The value displayed is updated every 5 seconds.

d Properly adjust front seats, all head restraints and mirrors to the correct height ⇒ Adjusting the seating position.
d Wear shoes that give your feet a good grip, and that give you a feel for the pedals.
d Make sure that the floor mat on the driver side is properly fastened and cannot interfere with the pedals.
d Assume a proper seating position before the vehicle starts to move and keep this position while
driving. Make sure that all passengers do the same ⇒ Adjusting the seating position.
d Properly fasten your safety belt before driving the vehicle and wear your safety belt properly at all
times while driving. Make sure that all passengers do the same ⇒ Safety belts.
d Only transport as many passengers as there are seats and safety belts available.
d Never drive if your driving ability has been impaired, for example by medication, alcohol or illegal drugs.
d Never let passengers or phone calls distract you while driving and never take your attention off the road while using vehicle software or adjusting vehicle equipment or accessories.
d Always adapt your speed and driving style to visibility, weather, road, and traffic conditions.
d Always obey traffic laws and speed limits.
d On long trips make frequent rest stops – at least once every 2 hours.
d Secure animals in the vehicle with a system that corresponds to the animals weight and size.
WARNING
Always observe posted speed limits and use common sense. Your good judgment can mean the difference between arriving safely at your destination and being seriously injured in a crash or other kind of accident.
Regular service and maintenance of your vehicle is important both for operational and driving safety and to help prolong your vehicle's service life. Always follow the scheduled maintenance
intervals in the ⇒ booklet Warranty and Maintenance, especially for changing the brake fluid. Hard use, frequent stop-and-go driving, driving in very dusty areas, trailer towing, and other factors may make it necessary to have the vehicle serviced more frequently. Ask an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for more information.
Driving in other countries

Unlocking or locking vehicles with Keyless Access

Fig. 26 A: Ranges of the Keyless Access locking and starting system. Outside the vehicle: Unlocking range. Inside the vehicle: starting range. B: Keyless Access locking and starting system: Sensor 1 for unlocking on the inside of the front door handles. Sensor for locking on the outside of the door handles 2.