5s man VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 2006 Owners Manual

Lower center console

Fig. 7 Overview of the lower center console.
Key to fig. 7:
(1) Levers for:
– Manual transmission
– Automatic transmission
(2) Parking brake lever
(3) Cup holder in the center console
(4) Storage compartment:
– with 12 Volt socket
– or with cigarette lighter
(5) Starter button for Keyless Access locking and starting system
(6) Storage compartment in the center armrest
– Multimedia jack (MEDIA-IN) ⇒ booklet Radio or ⇒ booklet Navigation system
– with AUX-IN jack ⇒ booklet Radio or ⇒ booklet Navigation system
– with 12 Volt socket
– There may be a small removable tray at the back of the storage compartment.

WARNING
Driving on today's roads demands the full attention of the driver at all times. Driver distrac-tion causes accidents, collisions and serious personal injury!
x Never access menus when the vehicle is moving.
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.
Using the instrument cluster menus: Basic version

Fig. 15 Basic version (vehicles without menu control multi-function steering wheel): Control buttons 1 and 2 on the windshield wiper lever.

To display the distance driven on trips 1 and 2, select the Route item in the MFI menu (MFI >
Route). Press the OK button (⇒ fig. 16) to toggle between Route 1 and Route 2 (trip 1 and trip 2).
Push and hold the OK button to manually reset a trip memory to zero.

1 Single trip memory
The memory accumulates and stores information about distance driven and fuel used from the time the ignition was switched on until the time it was switched off. If the ignition stays off for 2 hours or more, stored information is automatically deleted. If the trip is continued within 2 hours after the ignition was switched off, the new values are added.
2 Total trip memory
The memory displays and stores the accumulated driving and fuel consumption data of any number of single trips up to a total driving time of 99 hours and 59 minutes, and up to a total distance of 9,999 miles (9,999 km), depending on the instrument cluster version. If one of the maximum values is exceeded, then the memory is automatically cleared and starts again from 0.
Possible MFI menu displays
The following displays can be accessed in the MFI menu if enabled under Settings > MFI data. Displays that are not enabled will not appear.

Display Function
Travel time Driving time in hours (h) and minutes (min) corresponding to trip memories 1 and 2 (toggle).
Consumption --.- mpg 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.
Consumption --.- l/100 km
Av. consumption --.- mpg 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. Av. consumption --.- l/100 km
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.
Range b Diesel engines only: Estimated distance in miles (km) that the vehicle can go with the AdBlue left in the tank. Visible only when the AdBlue range has fallen to less than 1500 mi or 2400 km.
Route Distance driven in miles (km) per trip memories 1 and 2 (toggle).
Average speed
Average speed on trips per trip memories 1 and 2 (toggle). Displayed once the vehicle has been once the vehicle has been driven about 300 feet (100 m). Until then, dashes appear instead of a number. The value displayed is updated every 5 seconds.
0 speed Digital display of current vehicle speed.
Oil temp. Current engine oil temperature (digital display; 3.6 liter engine only).
Speed warning --- mph When the set speed (from 20–155 mph or 30–250 km/h) is exceeded, an acoustic warning sounds, and a visual message may also appear in the

Display Function
Speed warning --- km/h instrument cluster display.

Switching between the displays
x Use the arrow up and down buttons *and + on the multi-function steering wheel.
Storing speed for the speed warning
x Navigate to MFI > Speed warning (Speed warning at --- mph). or (Speed warning at --- km/h).
x Press the OK button to save the current speed and to activate the warning.
x If the speed is not right, press buttons * or + on the multi-function steering wheel to set a different speed within about 5 seconds. Then press the OK button a second time or just wait a few seconds. The speed is saved and the warning is activated.
x To deactivate, toggle to --- mph or --- km/h and press the OK button. The set speed is deleted.
Manually erasing trip memory 1 or 2
x Navigate to MFI > Route.
x Select the memory to be erased.
x Press the OK button for about 2 seconds.
Enabling and disabling displays
Use the Settings menu, submenu MFI data (Settings > MFI data) to enable displays you want to be available under the MFI menu in the instrument cluster display. The units in which data is displayed
can also be changed , Settings menu.
Settings menu

Convenience menu Function
All
Manual unlocking/locking: All windows open or close when the key is held in the unlocking or locking position. Keyless Access: All windows close when the locking sensor on the door handle is pressed and held.
Driver
Manual unlocking: The driver window opens when the key is held in the unlocking position. Manual locking: All windows close when the key is held in the locking position. Keyless Access: All windows close when the locking sensor on the door handle is pressed and held.
Back The display switches back to the Convenience menu.
Mirror down Tilts passenger mirror down when backing up so you can see the curb Feature only available on vehicles equipped with memory seats.
Mirror adjust
IndividuallyBoth outside mirrors are adjusted separately.
Both mirrorsThe front passenger outside mirror is adjusted at the same time as the driver outside mirror.
Back The display returns to the Convenience menu.
Factory setting The display switches back to the Convenience menu.
Back The display switches back to the Settings menu.
Lights & Vision submenu

Lights & Vision menu Function
Coming Home Set how long the headlights and inside lights stay on after locking or unlocking the vehicle. Features can also be switched on or off Leaving Home
Conv. turn sig. Enable / disable lane change flash (convenience turn signal). When the feature is enabled, the turn signal flashes at least 3 times when the turn signal is tapped
Factory setting Resets the functions in the Lights & Vision submenu back to the factory settings.
Back The display switches back to the Settings menu.

¥ 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.
¥ 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.
¥ Only transport as many passengers as there are seats and safety belts available.
¥ Never drive if your driving ability has been impaired, for example by medication, alcohol or illegal drugs.
¥ 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.
¥ Always adapt your speed and driving style to visibility, weather, road, and traffic conditions.
¥ Always obey traffic laws and speed limits.
¥ On long trips make frequent rest stops – at least once every 2 hours.
¥ Secure animals in the vehicle with a system that corresponds to weight and size.
WARNING
Always observe traffic rules and 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

Volkswagen recommends having the battery in the remote control vehicle key changed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
The battery is on the back of the remote control vehicle key under a cover ⇒ fig. 30.
When changing the battery, pay attention to the correct polarity and use the same type of battery
⇒ .
Replacing the battery
x Unfold the key bit on the remote control vehicle key, Remote control vehicle keys, Remote control vehicle keys, Remote control vehicle keys.
x Remove the cover on the back of the remote control vehicle key in the direction of the arrow ⇒ .
x Use a thin object to pry the battery out of the battery compartment ⇒ fig. 31.
x Position the new battery in as shown and press it into the battery compartment (opposite to
direction of the arrow) ⇒ .
x Position the cover as shown ⇒ fig. 30 and press it down (opposite to direction of the arrow) until you hear it click into place.
NOTICE
x Changing the battery improperly can damage the remote control vehicle key.
x Using the wrong battery can damage the remote control vehicle key. Replace a dead battery with a new one that has the same voltage, size, and specifications.
x Make sure the plus and minus poles of the battery are correctly positioned.
Dispose of old batteries in an environmentally responsible manner and keep them out of the reach of children.
Batteries of the type used in your remote control vehicle key may contain Perchlorate Material. Special handling may apply – see http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Obey all legal requirements regarding handling and disposal of these batteries. 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.
Synchronizing the remote control vehicle key

The doors, the luggage compartment lid, and the fuel filler flap can be locked manually if the remote vehicle key is not working.
Automatic locking (Auto lock)
The vehicle locks automatically when it reaches a speed of about 10 mph (15 km/h). When the vehicle
is locked, the indicator light W comes on in the power locking button ⇒ fig. 37.
Automatic unlocking (Auto unlock)
All doors automatically unlock when you switch off the ignition and open a door from inside the vehicle. On vehicles with automatic transmission, the doors will also unlock when the selector lever is in Park (P) or the ignition is switched off. Auto unlock works only if the vehicle has been automatically locked with the Auto lock feature. The indicator light W goes out in the power locking button when the doors
unlock ⇒ fig. 37.
Locking the vehicle after airbag inflation
If the airbags are activated during a collision, the entire vehicle is unlocked. Depending on the severity of the damage, the vehicle can be locked after a collision when the airbags have deployed as follows:

Function Action
Locking the vehicle with the power locking button: – Switch the ignition off. – Open and close a door once. – Press the power locking button 1.
Locking the vehicle with the remote control vehicle key: – Switch the ignition off. OR: Remove the vehicle key from the ignition. – Open a door once. – Lock the vehicle with the remote control vehicle key.
If the vehicle key buttons, Vehicle key set or one of the power locking buttons ⇒ page 50, Unlocking and locking the vehicle from the inside are pushed repeatedly in quick succession, the power locking system is switched off for a brief period to help keep it from being overloaded. The vehicle is then unlocked for about 30 seconds. Unless a door or the luggage compartment lid is opened during this time, the vehicle is automatically locked afterwards.
Unlocking and locking the vehicle from the outside

Fig. 32 Remote control vehicle key with remote start.

Sliding headliner
The sliding headliner opens with the power sunroof and can be closed manually when the sunroof is closed.
Power sunroof – convenience closing feature

WARNING
Improper use of the HomeLink® Universal Transmitter can cause serious or even fatal personal injury.
x Garage doors operate with enough force to cause serious personal injury.
x Never let anyone get in the way of a garage door when it is opening or closing.
x When programming the HomeLink® Universal Transmitter, you may be operating a garage door or estate gate. Always make sure that people and objects are out of the way to help prevent serious personal injury or property damage.
x When operating the “training” button on a garage door opener with a rolling code, you will need to stand on a ladder or step-stool. Always take extra precautions to prevent falls and serious injury.
x Never use the HomeLink® Universal Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the safety stop-and-reverse feature, as required by federal safety standards. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982.
x A garage door opener that cannot detect an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse, does not meet current federal safety standards. Using a garage door opener without these features increases the risk of serious injury or death.
x Follow the installation manual and the included safety information from the manufacturer when using the remote-controlled garage door opener or electrical drive.
Applicable only in the United States and Canada
Programming the HomeLink® Universal Transmitter

Fig. 52 In the driver side sun visor: The remote control and buttons for the HomeLink Universal Transmitter.