lights VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC 2021 Owner´s Manual

Front view

Fig. 2 Front view of the vehicle.
Key to ⇒ Fig. 2 :

Windscreen:
Vehicle identification number ⇒ Technical data 
Windscreen wipers ⇒ Wipers ⇒ Wiper blades 
Rain/light sensor in the area of the interior mirror ⇒ Rain/light sensor ⇒ Caring for and cleaning the
vehicle exterior 
Sensor for lighting functions ⇒ Light functions ⇒ Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior 
Bonnet opening lever ⇒ In the engine compartment 
Behind the Volkswagen badge: radar sensor for assist systems ⇒ Caring for and cleaning the
vehicle exterior 
Sensors for assist systems ⇒ Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior ⇒ Driver assist systems 
Behind a cover: mounting for towing eye ⇒ Tow-starting or towing 
Lights in the bumper ⇒ Lights ⇒ Changing bulbs 

Side view

Fig. 3 Overview of the right side of the vehicle.
Key to ⇒ Fig. 3 :
Tail light cluster ⇒ Lights ⇒ Changing bulbs 
Tank flap ⇒ Fuel and emission control 
Door release lever ⇒ Doors and central locking button 
Roof railing ⇒ Roof carrier 
Exterior mirror ⇒ Exterior mirrors 
Headlights ⇒ Lights 
Lifting points for the jack ⇒ Changing a wheel 

Hazard warning lights ⇒ In an emergency 
Indicator lamp for the front passenger front airbag switch-off function ⇒ Airbag system 
Driver assist systems ⇒ Driver assist systems 
Controls for the air conditioning system, heating and fresh air system ⇒ Heating, ventilating,
cooling 
Controls for the air conditioning system, heating and fresh air system ⇒ Heating, ventilating,
cooling 
Key to ⇒ Fig. 9 :

Lever:
DSG® dual clutch gearbox ⇒ DSG® dual clutch gearbox 
Manual gearbox ⇒ Manual gearbox: selecting a gear 
Multimedia connections ⇒BookletInfotainment system,.
Cigarette lighter or 12-volt socket ⇒ Ashtray and cigarette lighter ⇒ Electrical sockets 
Control for the 4MOTION Active Control ⇒ Driving profile selection and 4MOTION Active
Control 
Stowage compartment with drink holder ⇒ Stowage areas 

Buttons:
Electronic parking brake ⇒ Electronic parking brake 
Auto Hold function ⇒ Auto Hold function 

Front passenger side

Fig. 10 Overview of the front passenger side (left-hand drive vehicles). The location is mirrored in
right-hand drive vehicles.
Key to ⇒ Fig. 10 :
Vents ⇒ Heating and air conditioning system 
At the side of the dash panel: key-operated switch for disabling the front passenger front airbag
⇒ Airbag system 
Operating lever for the stowage compartment ⇒ Stowage areas 
Controls in the roof
Symbol Meaning

Buttons for interior and reading lights ⇒ Interior lighting .
Switch for glass roof ⇒ Glass roof .
Buttons for the sun blind ⇒ Protection from the sun .
Buttons for emergency call service, information call and breakdown call ⇒ In an
emergency 
Driver information
Symbols in instrument cluster
The warning and indicator lamps indicate various warnings, faults or certain functions. Some
warning and indicator lamps light up when the ignition is switched on and must go out once the
engine is running or the vehicle is in motion.
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, symbols may be displayed in the instrument cluster
instead of warning lamps.

Not all warning and indicator lamps are available in all markets.
Indicator lamps which light up in the light switch are described in the chapter Lights ⇒ Lights .
Symbol Meaning
Central warning lamp. Observe the additional information on the instrument cluster
display.
Electronic parking brake ⇒ Operating the electronic parking brake .
Brake system fault ⇒ Do not drive on! Brake system fault. .
Electromechanical steering not functioning ⇒ Troubleshooting .
Fasten seat belt ⇒ Warning lamp .
Collision warning from area monitoring system (Front Assist) ⇒ Warning levels and
braking intervention .
Depress the brake pedal.
Check brake pads ⇒ Troubleshooting .
Central warning lamp. Observe the additional information on the instrument cluster
display.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OR traction control system (TCS) ⇒ TCS regulating
to prevent the wheels from spinning. .
Traction control system (TCS) switched off ⇒ TCS regulating to prevent the wheels
from spinning. .
Fault in anti-lock brake system (ABS) ⇒ ABS failure or fault. .
Fault in electronic parking brake ⇒ Troubleshooting OR: fault in Hill Start Assist ⇒
Fault in Hill Start Assist .
Rear fog light switched on ⇒ Switching the fog lights on and off .
Vehicle lighting is not working ⇒ Vehicle lighting not working .
Fault in exhaust system ⇒ Fault in exhaust system .
Fault in engine management system ⇒ Troubleshooting .

Within around five seconds, set the speed with the rocker switch on the wiper lever or the
or buttons on the multifunction steering wheel. Then press the or button or
wait a few seconds. The speed is now saved and the warning is activated.
To deactivate, press the or button again. The stored speed will be deleted.
The speed warning can be adjusted within a range of 30 km/h (18 mph) to 250 km/h (155 mph).

Some settings can be saved in the user accounts for personalisation and therefore change
automatically when the user account is changed ⇒ Personalisation .
1) Varies depending on the instrument cluster version.
2) Not available in all countries.
Warning and information messages
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
The system runs a check on certain components and functions in the vehicle when the ignition is
switched on or while the vehicle is in motion. Malfunctions are indicated by red and yellow warning
symbols with information messages on the instrument cluster display ⇒ Symbols in instrument
cluster . An acoustic warning is also given in certain cases. The appearance of the information
messages and symbols can vary depending on the version of the instrument cluster.
In addition, a list of current malfunctions can be opened manually. To open the list, select the
Vehicle status or Vehicle menu ⇒ Instrument cluster menus .
Priority 1 warning (red)The symbol flashes or lights up (sometimes together with a signal tone).
Do not drive on! Danger. Check the fault and correct the cause. Seek expert assistance if
necessary.Priority 2 warning (yellow)The symbol flashes or lights up (sometimes together with a
signal tone). Malfunctions and insufficient service fluids can damage the vehicle and cause it to
break down. Check the fault as soon as possible. Seek expert assistance if necessary.Information
messageInformation about various vehicle procedures and conditions.

With some equipment levels, some settings and displays may also appear in the Infotainment
system.

If several warnings are present, the symbols will appear for several seconds, one after another. The
symbols will continue to appear until the faults are rectified.

If warning messages about malfunctions are displayed when the ignition is switched on, it may not
be possible to adjust some settings as described, or the information display may appear differently.
If this is the case, take the vehicle to a qualified workshop to have the malfunctions rectified.

When the vehicle is in motion, use the lap timer only in driving situations which are easy to control.
Fuel gauge

Fig. 15 Fuel gauge in the analogue instrument cluster.

Fig. 16 Fuel gauge in the Active Info Display.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Fuel tank almost empty.
The indicator lamp lights up yellow. The reserve volume, red marking, is being consumed ⇒ .
Fill the tank as soon as possible.
Water in the diesel fuel.
The indicator lamp lights up yellow.
Switch off the engine and seek expert assistance.
Tank cap open.
The indicator lamp lights up yellow.
Close the tank cap.

Fig. 18 Coolant temperature gauge in the Active Info Display.
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Cold area. The engine has not yet reached operating temperature. Avoid high engine revs and
heavy engine loads until the engine is warm.
Normal area.
Warning area. The temperature may also rise to the hot area when the engine is working hard,
especially at high ambient temperatures.
Coolant
The indicator lamp lights up and the central warning lamp flashes red.
The coolant level is not correct or there is a fault in the coolant system.
Do not drive on!
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and allow it to cool down.
Check the coolant level ⇒ Coolant .
Seek expert assistance if the warning lamp does not go out although the coolant level is adequate.
Service interval display

Fig. 19 In the instrument cluster display: display example for a due service event (illustration).
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
The service event displays are shown on the instrument cluster ⇒ Fig. 19  and in the Infotainment
system.
Versions and displays can vary as different versions of the instrument cluster and Infotainment
system are available.
In vehicles with fixed oil change service, services take place at predefined service intervals.

When you select a user account, the saved vehicle settings are activated.
User management and settings
When the ignition is switched on, you can use the Personalisation menu in the Infotainment system
for user management and to make settings. The menu can be accessed via the vehicle settings in the
Infotainment system.
Changing the user account
You can select the user account either via the Personalisation menu or via the Vehicle status menu.
Manually assigning vehicle keys to user accounts
You can assign a vehicle key to the currently active user account. For this purpose, select Manual key
assignment.
Automatically assigning vehicle keys to user accounts
If you have selected Automatic key assignment, the following vehicle key is assigned to the user
account upon changing the user account:
Vehicles without Keyless Access: vehicle key used to unlock the vehicle.
Vehicles with Keyless Access: vehicle key that is identified first by the personalisation function
when you open the driver door.
Personalised vehicle settings
Opening and closing (single door unlocking, window convenience opening etc.)
Light and vision (daytime running lights, cornering light, lane change flash etc.)
Settings for air conditioning system
Active driver assist systems
Driving profile selection
Multifunction display and instrument cluster (selection of displays)
Infotainment system (display brightness and station sorting)

A new vehicle key will be assigned to the current user account. To assign the vehicle key to a
different user account, select the required user account and manually assign it to the vehicle key.
Safety

General notes
Checklist
Observe the following information both before and during every journey to ensure your own safety,
and the safety of all passengers and other road users ⇒ :

Check that all lights and turn signals are working properly.

Check the tyre pressure and fuel level Tyre pressure, Fuel gauge.

Check the washer fluid level Washer fluid.

Make sure that you have a good, clear view through all of the windows Caring for and cleaning the
vehicle exterior.

Secure any objects and luggage in the stowage compartments, the luggage compartment or on the
roof Transporting items.

Ensure that you are able to operate the pedals freely at all times.

Secure any children travelling in the vehicle in a restraint system suitable for their weight and size
Safe transport of children.

Adjust the front seats, head restraints and mirrors properly to match the size of the occupants
Sitting position, Mirrors.

Wear shoes that provide proper support for your feet when using the pedals.

The floor mat in the footwell on the driver side must leave the pedal area free and must be securely
fastened.