remote start VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN 2007 User Guide

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
If you suspect a malfunction or vehicle damage, read and follow the following advice before contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. You may also find helpful information under “Characteristics” and “Checklist” in the index.

Description Possible causes among others Possible remedy
Engine does not start.
Vehicle battery dead. – Perform jump-start – Charge vehicle battery
The wrong remote control vehicle key is used. Use a valid remote control vehicle key
Fuel level too low. Refuel
Vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked using remote control vehicle key.
– Battery in remote control vehicle key dead. – Too far away from vehicle.(out of range). – Buttons have been pressed too many times.
– Replace battery in the remote control key – Move closer to vehicle. – Synchronize remote control vehicle key – Lock or unlock vehicle manually
Unusual noises. Cold engine, braking support systems, electronic parking brake.
Check the “Noises” entry in the keyword index.
Odd driving behavior. Assistance systems activated. Check the “Assistance systems” entry in the index.
Driver seat and outside mirrors move when vehicle is unlocked.
Convenience settings are stored. Correct convenience settings
Memory-seat settings are stored. – Reassign seat setting – Clear memory-seat memory
Front seats cannot be adjusted with power controls.
Vehicle battery dead. Charge vehicle battery
Fuse blown. Check fuse and replace if necessary
Features do not work as described in this manual.
Settings were adjusted in the Volkswagen Information System.
Check and reset to factory settings if necessary
Headlights do not light up the road as they should.
– Headlights incorrectly adjusted. – Light bulbs burned out. – Low beams not switched on.
Have the headlight range adjusted by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Adjust headlight range – Change light bulbs – Switch on low beams