Profile VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC 2021 Owner´s Manual

The examples given in this chapter are an aid for safe offroad driving. However, we cannot predict
whether these guidelines will be valid for all situations that could occur.
The many different types of terrain and the associated risks and dangers make it impossible to
describe all possible driving situations. The examples are only general guidelines which are intended
to help you to drive offroad safely. It is crucial that you know what to expect when you drive into
offroad terrain you are unfamiliar with. This will enable you to assess potential dangers in advance.
The driver can use 4MOTION Active Control to activate a variety of vehicle settings in an all-wheel
drive vehicle as required ⇒ Setting a driving profile .
Checklist
Before driving offroad for the first time, take the following steps so you can operate and drive the
vehicle safely offroad:
Observe the basic safety notes Safety instructions for offroad driving.
Familiarise yourself with the vehicle controls.
Check and adjust the seat position Sitting position and fasten the seat belts Seat belts.
Check distance to steering wheel and adjust Steering wheel.
Always wear suitable, well-fitting shoes that provide good grip for your feet when operating the
pedals.
Safety instructions for offroad driving
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 

WARNING
The intelligent vehicle technology cannot overcome the laws of physics, and functions only within
the limits of the system. Despite ABS, instability through locked wheels can occur on adverse terrain
– e.g. if you brake hard when driving on a loose gravel road. The Electronic Stability Control will be
able to stabilise the vehicle only to a limited extent in these circumstances.

WARNING
Driving offroad can be dangerous and could cause accidents, serious injury, damage to the vehicle
and also a vehicle breakdown far from any assistance.
Never select a dangerous route and never take risks that could endanger you and your passengers. If
you cannot drive on or if you are in any doubt about the safety of the route, turn round and choose
another route.
Even terrain that looks harmless can be difficult and dangerous, and could get you and your
passengers into difficulties. We recommend inspecting the terrain on foot beforehand.

With the correct gear selected, the vehicle will normally not have to be braked so much using the
foot brake when driving downhill as the engine braking effect will normally be sufficient.
You should only depress the accelerator as much as is required. If you accelerate too hard, the
wheels could lose traction and you could lose control of the vehicle.
DSG® dual clutch gearbox
Select position D when driving in normal, flat offroad terrain.
Adjust your speed when driving on soft or slippery ground, and select the highest suitable position
for the Tiptronic.
If driving through mud, sand, water or hilly terrain, drive with Tiptronic in the positions 3 or
2⇒ DSG® dual clutch gearbox .
Use the offroad display ⇒ Offroad display .
Driving on rough terrain
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Use the offroad driving profile ⇒ Setting a driving profile .
You should drive through rocky terrain at no faster than walking pace.
If you are not able to drive around a rock, drive carefully onto the rock with one front wheel and
drive over it slowly ⇒ .

NOTICE
You should never drive straight over large obstacles, e.g. boulders or tree stumps, or drive over such
obstacles with one side of the vehicle. Obstacles which require more ground clearance than is
available could damage vehicle components when you drive over them and thus cause the vehicle to
break down.
Even obstacles that are smaller than the available ground clearance could come into contact with
the vehicle underbody and thus cause damage which could lead to a vehicle breakdown. This applies
in particular if there is a hollow or soft ground either in front of or behind the obstacle. This also
applies in cases when you drive too quickly over the obstacle causing the vehicle to bounce.

Escaping engine oil and brake fluid can pollute the environment. Spilt service fluids must be
collected and then disposed of properly and in an environmentally responsible way.
Driving through water
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Driving through flooded terrain could damage the vehicle ⇒ Checklist before driving offroad .

Always adjust your speed and driving to match vehicle load levels and visibility, terrain and weather
conditions.
Driving on sand and mud
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Always drive at a steady speed through sand or mud and, do not carry out any manual gear changes
or stop the vehicle.
Check whether ESC is active. The indicator lamp or in the instrument cluster display must not
light up ⇒ Brake support systems .
Keep the vehicle moving constantly.
Use the Offroad driving profile ⇒ Setting a driving profile .
Select a suitable gear and remain in this gear until you have reached more solid ground ⇒ Changing
gear correctly .
If the tyres have lost their grip, turn the steering wheel to and fro quickly. This can briefly give the
tyres on the front wheels better grip for these ground conditions.
Driving through sand
Do not under any circumstances reduce the tyre pressure to drive through sand ⇒ . If the tyre
pressure has been reduced for driving through sand, the correct tyre pressure must always be
restored before driving on. Driving with reduced tyre pressure can lead to a loss of control over the
vehicle and increase the risk of serious and fatal injuries.
Driving through mud
Do not change speed or direction. The tyres can lose their traction when driving through mud. If the
vehicle slides, steer in the direction needed to get the vehicle under control.

WARNING
Driving through mud and sand can be dangerous. The vehicle can slide uncontrollably. This increases
the risk of injury. Always drive carefully through sand and mud.
Never choose an unsafe route or take a risk which could endanger you or your passengers. If you are
in any doubt about the safety of the route, turn round and choose another way.

WARNING
Incorrect tyre pressure can cause severe or even fatal accidents.
Incorrect tyre pressures will increase the levels of wear on the tyres and will negatively affect the
vehicle's handling.

If you make a mistake when rocking free the vehicle, it can sink deeper and you will need assistance
to free the vehicle.
When you cannot move forwards
Carefully dig out all the wheels and check that no other parts of the vehicle are stuck in the sand.
Select reverse gear.
Reverse in your own tracks with gentle use of the accelerator.
If this does not help, place brushwood, foot mats or sacking directly in front of the wheels to
increase grip ⇒ .
Rocking the vehicle free
Never allow the wheels to spin for long periods as this will cause the vehicle to sink deeper ⇒ .
Switch off TCS ⇒ Brake support systems .
Position the steering wheel so that it is facing straight ahead.
Reverse until the point where the wheels just start to spin.
Immediately select first gear and drive forwards until the wheels start to spin again.
Repeat driving back and forth until you have enough momentum to free yourself.
Switch the TCS on after the rocking free procedure is completed ⇒ Brake support systems .
Use the Offroad driving profile.

WARNING
No one must stand either in front or behind the vehicle, particularly if you are attempting to free a
stuck vehicle.
Spinning wheels can propel stones, brushwood, pieces of wood or other objects that are in front or
behind the wheels at enormous speed and cause potentially fatal injury.
People standing in front of or behind the vehicle could be run over if the stuck vehicle starts to move
suddenly.
After offroad driving
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Checklist

Clean the turn signals, lighting system, the number plate and all windows.

If necessary, remove the towing eye and the snow chains.

Check the tyres, suspension struts and axles for damage and remove dirt, stones and other foreign
bodies from the tyre tread.

Inspect the vehicle underbody and remove all items that are jammed in the brake system, on the
wheels, in the running gear, in the exhaust system and in the engine, such as branches, leaves or
pieces of wood . If you see any damage or leaks, take your vehicle to a qualified workshop or seek
expert assistance.

Clean heavy soiling from the radiator grille and the vehicle underbody Vehicle care.

Check the engine compartment to see if any dirt is affecting engine operation In the engine
compartment.

Deselecting the Offroad driving profile Setting a driving profile.

Switch on TCS again Brake support systems.

WARNING
Objects caught underneath the vehicle underbody pose a danger. The vehicle underbody must
always be examined for trapped objects after every journey offroad.
Never drive if objects are trapped in the underbody, brake system, wheels, running gear, exhaust
system and engine.
Inflammable materials, e.g. dry leaves, could ignite on hot vehicle components. A fire can cause
serious injuries.
Trapped objects could damage the fuel lines, brake system, seals and other running gear
components. This could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and cause accidents.
Driver assist systems
Speed limiter
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:

Fig. 122 On the instrument cluster display: setting the distance (illustration, ACC regulating).
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Setting the distance
You can set the distance in five steps from very small to very large:
Press the button and then the or button.
Alternatively, press the button as often as necessary until the desired distance is set.
The instrument cluster display shows the chosen distance setting ⇒ Fig. 122① . Please observe any
country-specific requirements for the minimum distance.
You can set the distance which should be set at the start of control operation in the vehicle settings
of the Infotainment system ⇒ Vehicle settings menu .
If ACC is not regulating, the set distance and vehicle are not highlighted on the instrument cluster
display.
Setting the speed
You can adjust the stored speed within the defined speed range by means of the buttons on the
multifunction steering wheel:
+ 1 km/h (1 mph)- 1 km/h (1 mph)+ 10 km/h (5 mph)- 10 km/h (5 mph)
Press and hold the corresponding button to continuously change the stored speed.
Setting the control behaviour
Vehicles with driving profile selection: set the desired driving profile ⇒ Driving profile selection
and 4MOTION Active Control .
Vehicles without driving profile selection: set the desired gearbox programme in the vehicle
settings of the Infotainment system ⇒ Vehicle settings menu .

⇒ Fig. 198  Tyre lettering
(example)
Meaning
15 Rim diameter in inches.
XL Heavy-duty tyre (Extra Load).
⑲ MAX LOAD 615 KG
(1235 LBS)
US load specification for the maximum load per
wheel.
⑳ SIDEWALL 1 PLY
RAYON
Information about the tyre carcass components:
1 ply of rayon (artificial silk).
TREAD 4 PLIES Information about the tread components:
1 RAYON + 2 STEEL
+ 1 NYLON
In the example there are 4 plies under the tread
surface: 1 ply of rayon (artificial silk), 2 steel belt
plies and 1 nylon ply.
The tyre lettering is located on both sides. Certain labels may only be found on one side of the tyre,
e.g. tyre identification number and manufacturing date.
Any additional numbers and letters are internal codes used by the tyre manufacturer or country-
specific identifiers.
Low-profile tyres
Low-profile tyres have a wider tread surface, larger rim diameter and lower side walls than
conventional wheel/tyre combinations ⇒ . Low-profile tyres can improve the vehicle's handling
and precision. They may however result in a less comfortable ride on poor road surfaces and tracks.
Tyres with directional tread pattern
An arrow on the tyre sidewall indicates the direction of rotation on tyres with directional tread
pattern. The direction of rotation must be observed in all cases. This guarantees the best possible
running characteristics.
If, however, the tyre is fitted in the opposite direction to the tread pattern, you must take more care
when driving as the tyre is now no longer being used according to its designation. The tyre must be
replaced as quickly as possible or be fitted with the tread in the correct direction.
Asymmetrical tyres
Asymmetrical tyres take into account the differing behaviour of the inner and outer areas of the
tread pattern. The sidewalls of asymmetrical tyres are marked to indicate "inside" or "outside".
Make sure that you observe the correct tyre positioning on the wheel rim.
Tyre load
The load index indicates how many kilograms can be loaded onto an individual tyre (tyre load).

Electromagnetic radiation
If a mobile phone or two-way radio is used without being connected to the external aerial, the
electromagnetic radiation will not be optimally directed to the outside of the vehicle. Increased
levels of radiation in the vehicle interior can occur in particular in the event of poor reception, e.g. in
rural areas. This can pose a health risk ⇒ .
With some equipment levels, a suitable mobile phone interface may be used to connect the mobile
telephone to the external aerial ⇒BookletInfotainment system,. The connection quality is improved
and the range is increased.
Using the telephone
Many countries require a hands-free system to be used when using a telephone inside the vehicle,
e.g. via a Bluetooth ® connection. Secure the mobile telephone to a suitable holder before using it ⇒
  or stow it securely away in one of the stowage compartments provided, e.g. in the centre
console.
Use a compatible mobile phone if the mobile phone interface uses SIM Access Profile (rSAP)
technology. If the LTE mobile standard is supported, use a SIM card with LTE data option.
Radio communication
Observe any legal requirements and the manufacturer's owner's manual when using radio
communication devices. Two-way radios must be approved if they are to be retrofitted in the
vehicle.
Contact your Volkswagen dealership for further information on installing a two-way radio.

WARNING
Mobile telephones which are loosely placed in the vehicle or not properly secured could be flung
through the interior and cause injuries during a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre, or in the
event of an accident.
them safely.

WARNING
If mobile telephones or two-way radios that are not connected to an external aerial are used,
electromagnetic radiation in the vehicle could exceed limit values and thus be a health hazard for
drivers and other vehicle occupants. This also applies to external aerials which have not been
correctly installed.
pacemaker.
breast pocket.