park assist VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG 2011 User Guide

Examples of optical distortion by the Rear Assist camera:
– When approaching protruding objects. These objects can disappear from
the field of view when backing up.

Cleaning the Rear Assist camera
Keep camera lens ⇒ fig. 284 clean and free from snow and ice.
x Park the vehicle in a safe place on a firm, level surface.
x Apply the electronic parking brake to help prevent the vehicle from moving ⇒Braking and parking .
x Wet the camera lens with a commercially available alcohol-based glass cleaner and clean with a
dry cloth ⇒ .
x Remove snow with a brush.
x Remove ice with deicer spray ⇒ .
NOTICE
x Never use abrasive cleaning agents to clean the camera lens.
x Never remove snow or ice on the camera lens with warm or hot water. This can damage the camera lens.
Volkswagen recommends practicing parking with Rear Assist in a safe place with little or no traffic or in a parking lot under good visibility and weather conditions in order to familiarize yourself with the system, the orientation lines and the way they work.
Rear Assist cannot be activated when the factory-installed trailer hitch is electrically connected to the trailer or the rear hatch is open.
Rear Assist camera operation

Fig. 285 In the display perpendicular parking (Mode 1).

Function With the ignition switched on
Vehicles without Park
Distance Control
Vehicles with Optical
Parking System
Switch on the
display
automatically:
Shift into Reverse (R)
Mode 1 is displayed in the factory-installed radio or naviga-
tion system ⇒ fig. 285.
Additionally, the mini-OPS
will be displayed on the left
edge of the factory-installed
radio or navigation system
screen.
Switch off the
display
automatically:
Turn off the ignition
OR: Drive forward faster
than about 9 mph (15 km/h),
or longer than about 10
seconds.
OR: Immediately after shift-
ing out of Reverse (R).
OR: about 10 seconds after
shifting out of Reverse (R).
Hide the
Rear Assist
display:
Press one of the factory-installed radio or navigation sys-
tem buttons or tap the O function key.
The display will hide after about 10 seconds.
OR: Tap the function key •.
The OPS will be displayed
full-screen.
Show the
Rear Assist
display
again:
Shift into another gear position then back into Reverse (R).
OR: Tap the function key
Z.

Key to ⇒ fig. 287:
Meaning
(1) Road.
(2) Selected parking space.
(3) Orientation lines for the selected parking space.
(4) Rear boundary of the parking space, such as a curb.

All lengths of the lines for orientation refer to a vehicle that is on a horizontal surface.
Parking with the Rear Assist camera, perpendicular parking Mode 1
The conditions for parking and maneuvering with reversing camera must be met

Step Perform the following actions:
1. Position the vehicle in front of a parking space (2) A.
2. Shift into Reverse (R).
3. Slowly back up and steer so that the yellow orientation lines (3)
lead into the selected parking space B.
Observe the following message: Look! Safe to move? ⇒  on
page 492 !
4. Align the vehicle in the parking space so that the green and yellow
orientation lines (3) are parallel to the selected parking space B.
5. At the latest when the rear boundary of the parking space, such as
a curb (4) is reached, stop the vehicle C.

View Screen display of all cameras
Off-road S
The areas directly in front of the vehicle and partly to the
side of the vehicle are displayed as a bird's eye view. This
can be used, for example, when driving across a slope so
that the area around the vehicle can be seen ⇒ fig. 296 B.

Front camera views

View Screen display of front camera
Front cross-
traffic I
Area on left of screen: Left-hand side of intersection.
Area in center of screen: Area directly in front of vehicle.
Area on right of screen: Right-hand side of intersection.
Perpendicular
parking J
The area in front of the vehicle is displayed. Orientation
lines are displayed for assistance. See Rear Assist Mode 1
Off-road N The area directly in front of the vehicle is shown in a bird's
eye view. This can be used, for example, when driving
across a slope so that the area directly in front of the vehi-
cle can be seen more easily.

Side camera views

View Screen display of side cameras
Off-road, left
and right
side O
Areas directly next to the vehicle are displayed in a bird's
eye view so you can steer the vehicle accurately around
obstacles. The red lines are displayed when an obstacle is
about 16 inches (40 cm) from the vehicle.
Left side P Shows the driver or front passenger side ⇒ fig. 296 D next
to the vehicle separately as a bird's eye view. This helps
you to see the blind spot along the side of the vehicle. Right side Q

Rear camera views

View Screen display of rear camera
Perpendicular
parking K
The area behind the vehicle is displayed. Orientation lines
are displayed for assistance. See Rear Assist Mode 1
Parallel park-
ing M
The area directly behind the vehicle is displayed. The col-
ored areas and lines are provided for orientation. See Rear
Assist Mode 2
Trailer hitch
R
The rear of the vehicle is displayed. The red line and the
green lines are used to indicate the distance. The distance
between the green lines and the red line is about 12 inches
(30 cm) each. The distance between the red line and the
vehicle is also about 12 inches (30 cm). The yellow line
indicates the extension of the trailer hitch towards the rear
and shows the direction to the trailer hitch depending on
the position of the steering wheel.
Rear cross-
traffic H
Area on left of screen: Left-hand side of intersection.
Area in center of screen: Area directly behind the vehicle.
Area on right of screen: Right-hand side of intersection.

Settings on the Infotainment System screen
Tap the function key (5), to adjust the following settings:

Function
key Action
Brightness
Tap the function key - or + .
OR: Move the slider to set different brightness levels.
Contrast
Tap the function key - or + .
OR: Move the slider to set different contrast levels.

Distance between vehicle
and obstacle
Audible sig-
nal
Screen: Segment color
if obstacle detected
Front: about 12 – 48 inches
(31 – 120 cm) Beep tone if
manually
activated.
Yellow
Rear: about 12 – 64 inches
(31 – 160 cm)
Front: about 12 – 20 inches
(31 – 50 cm) Beep tone if
automatically
activated.
Yellow
Rear: about 12 – 20 inches (
31 – 50 cm)
About 0 – 12 inches (0 –
30 cm) front or rear
Continuous
tone. Red

The distance at which the continuous tone sounds is somewhat greater for vehicles with a factory-installed trailer hitch.
Infotainment System settings for OPS
A number of settings can be selected in the Infotainment System.
x Switch on the ignition.
x Press the CAR Infotainment button.
x Tap the Assist systems function key on the screen.
x Select Parking Distance Warning System from the list.

Function key: Actions
Front volume/tone level : Different volume and pitches can be separately
selected for front by tapping the - or + function keys or by moving the
slider.
Rear volume/tone level : Different volume and pitches can be separately
selected for rear by tapping the - or + function keys or by moving the slid-
er.
Reduced audio volume : Different volume and pitches can be separately
selected for front and rear by tapping the - or + function keys or by mov-
ing the slider.

If the battery was disconnected for a long time, the next scheduled service may not be correctly calcu-lated and displayed. The maximum permissible service and maintenance intervals are shown in the
⇒ Booklet Warranty and Maintenance.
Vehicles with Keyless Access
If the ignition will not start after reconnecting the vehicle battery, lock the vehicle from the outside and unlock it again. Then try to start the ignition again. If the ignition cannot be switched on, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer, an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility, or another qualified work-shop for assistance.
Automatic electrical load deactivation
If the vehicle battery drain is high, the intelligent on-board electrical system management automatically takes steps to help prevent battery drain.
x The idle speed is increased so that the alternator provides more power.
x The power to devices that consume a lot of electricity is cut back or switched off completely.
x When the engine is started, the power supply to the 12 Volt sockets and the cigarette lighter is temporarily interrupted.
The on-board electrical system management cannot always keep the battery from being drained. For example, the battery will drain if the engine is not running, but the ignition is switched on or the parking lights are left on for a long time when parked.
Battery disconnection in an accident with airbag deployment
In vehicles with a battery in the luggage compartment, the electrical connection to the battery is dis-connected automatically in a collision with airbag deployment. This helps to prevent a short-circuit.
What drains the vehicle battery?
x Long periods when the engine is not running, especially when the ignition is on.
x Using electrical systems or devices when the engine is switched off.
x Leaving the vehicle unlocked for several days when not in use.
x The selector lever is left for a long period of time in any position other than (P) when the ignition is
switched off ⇒  Automatic transmission: Selector lever.
WARNING
Failure to use the proper battery with proper mounting and connections may cause short circuits, fires, and serious personal injuries.
x Always use only maintenance-free or cycle-free, leak-proof batteries with the same speci-fications and dimensions as the original equipment battery. Specifications are listed on the battery housing.
WARNING
When the vehicle battery is charged, it produces highly explosive hydrogen gas.
x Charge vehicle batteries only in well-ventilated areas.
x Never charge a frozen or thawed battery. A dead battery can freeze at temperatures around +32 °F (0 °C). Always replace a battery that has frozen.
x You must replace the vehicle battery if it was frozen.
x Incorrectly connected cables can cause a short-circuit. First connect the positive cable (+) and then the negative cable (-).

Never use a power washer to clean the engine compartment ⇒  Cleaning the engine compartment.
WARNING
Improper use of power washers can cause serious invisible permanent damage leading to tire failure and loss of vehicle control. This can cause accidents and severe personal injury.
x Keep sufficient distance between water jet and tires. Never wash tires with a nozzle that sprays the water out in a direct stream regardless of the distance to the tire and even for a very short time.
x Never use “dirt blasters.” to clean tires. Even spraying from a relatively long distance for a very short time can do visible or invisible damage to tires.
WARNING
After the vehicle has been washed, the wet brakes or, in winter, brake discs or pads coated with ice, react slower and need longer stopping distances.
x Always dry the brakes and clean off any ice coatings with a few careful applications of the brake. Make sure not to endanger other motorists or cyclists or disobey legal requirements.
NOTICE
x Water temperature should not be more than 140° F (60° C).
x To help prevent damage to the paint, do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight.
x In order for Park Distance Control to work correctly, the sensors in the bumpers must be kept clean and clear of snow and ice.
x When using a power washer or steam cleaner, only spray the rear assist sensors directly for a short period of time and always keep the nozzle at least 4 inches (10 cm) from the sensor.
x Do not clean icy or snow-covered windows with a power washer.
x When washing or rinsing the vehicle in cold weather, do not let water get into the lock cylinders or point the hose at gaps around the doors, hood or rear hatch. The water could freeze on the locks and seals and make it difficult to open the vehicle!
Cleaning windows and outside mirrors

Frequently asked questions
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
AdBlue fill level too
low. Refill AdBlue
Vehicle cannot be
locked or unlocked
using remote con-
trol 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
–. Move closer to vehicle.
– Synchronize remote con-
trol vehicle key
– Lock or unlock vehicle
manually
Unusual noises.
Cold engine, brake-
assistance systems,
electronic parking
brake.
Check the “Noises” entry in
the keyword index.
Odd driving behav-
ior.
Assistance systems
activated.
Check the “Assistance sys-
tems” entry in the keyword
index.
Driver seat and
outer mirrors move
Convenience settings
are stored.
Correct convenience set-
tings

Checklist
For your own safety and that of your passengers, carry out the following steps in the order listed ⇒ :
1. Park the vehicle at safe distance from traffic and on a suitable surface ⇒ .
2. Switch on emergency flashers by pressing the  switch ⇒ fig. 327.
3. Apply the electronic parking brake to help prevent the vehicle from moving.
4. Shift the transmission into Park (P)
5. Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition switch
6. Have all passengers exit and go to a safe location away from moving traffic, such as behind a guard rail.
7. Take all vehicle keys with you when leaving your vehicle.
8. Set up a warning triangle or other warning device in order to alert other motorists and cyclists.
9. Let the engine cool down and get expert assistance if necessary.
If the emergency flashers are on, use the turn signal lever to indicate a direction or lane change, for example when the vehicle is being towed. This temporarily interrupts the emergency flashers.
Switch on the emergency flashers when:
x Traffic suddenly slows down or stops in front of you to warn those approaching from behind.
x In any emergency situation.
x If the vehicle breaks down.
x When being towed.
Always obey traffic laws that govern the use of emergency flashers where you are driving.
If the emergency flashers are not working, a different method – as permitted by law – must be used to alert other motorists and cyclists to the breakdown.
WARNING
Disregarding the safety-related checklist may lead to accidents and serious injuries.
x Always review and follow the checklist. Follow accepted safety practices and use common sense.
WARNING
The vehicle exhaust system and the catalytic converter or diesel particulate filter get very hot and can cause a fire and serious personal injury.
x Never park where parts of the hot exhaust system or catalytic converter could ignite flammable materials, such as dry grass, brush, leaves, spilled fuel, etc.
The vehicle battery will be drained if the emergency flashers are on for a long time – even if the ignition is switched off.