interior lights VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER 2018 User Guide

Service position for the front wipers
Fig. 94 Wiper blades in service position.
r--('n First read and observe the introductory L-J,::.IJ information and safety warnings & on page 116.
The wiper arms can be lifted off the windscreen when in the service position 94. Carry out the following steps to move the wipers to the serv-ice position:
Rain sensor
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Fig. 95 Next to the steering wheel: adjusting rain sensor® in wiper lever.
r--('n First read and observe the introductory L-J,::.U information and safety warnings & on page 116.
When the rain sensor is activated, it automatically controls the frequency of the wiper intervals, de-pending on the amount of rain &. The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be adjusted manually. Man-ual wipe 117.
• The bonnet must be closed 350.
• Switch the ignition on and then off again.
• Briefly press down the wiper lever 92 @).
Place the wiper arms back onto the windscreen before driving away. Briefly press the wiper lever down to bring the wiper arms back to the original position.
Lifting the front wipers
• Move the wiper arms to the service position be-fore lifting
• When lifting the wiper arm hold it only by the wiper blade mounting.
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• In order to prevent damage to the bonnet and the wiper arms, the wiper arms should only be lifted when in the service position.
• Always return the wiper arms to the wind-screen before starting your journey. Fig. 96 On the inside of the windscreen above the interior mirror: sensitive surface of the rain sensor
Push the lever to the desired position 95:
@ Deactivates the rain sensor.
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® Adjusting the sensitivity of the rain sensor:
-Switch to the right-high sensitivity.
-Switch to the left -low sensitivity.
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Recommended windscreen washer fluid
• For warm weather: summer windscreen wash G 052 184 A 1. Dilution 1:100 (1 part concen-trate, 100 parts water) in the washer fluid reservoir.
• All-year washer fluid G 052 164 A2. Dilution in winter to -18°C (0°F) approx. 1 :2 (1 part concen-trate, 2 parts water), otherwise dilute one part con-centrate to four parts water (1 :4) in the washer fluid reservoir.
Capacities
The capacity of the washer fluid reservoir is ap-proximately 3. 7 litres or approximately 5.0 litres in vehicles with a headlight washer system.
A WARNING
Never mix coolant additive or other unsuita-ble additives into the windscreen washer flu-id. An oily film may otherwise be left on the windscreen or rear window which will restrict the field of vision.
Mirrors
o:n Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Interior mirror .............. . 122
Exterior mirrors ............ . . .... 123
For safety reasons it is important that the driver po-sitions the exterior and interior mirrors correctly be-fore starting a journey '* &.
You can use the exterior mirrors and the interior mirror to observe traffic behind you and adjust driv-ing style accordingly. Looking in the exterior mir-rors and the interior mirror does not allow the driver to see the entre side and rear area of the vehicle. The area that cannot be seen is known as the blind spot. There may be objects and other road users in the blind spot.
Additional information and warnings:
• Exterior views '* page 5
• Changing gear '*page 260
• Braking, stopping and parking '*page 269
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• Use clean, clear water (not distilled water) with a washer fluid recommended by Volks-wagen Commercial Vehicles.
• A suitable anti-freeze agent should be added to the windscreen washer fluid If nec-essary.
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• Never mix other cleaning agents with the cleaning agents recommended by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. This can cause the ingre-dients to separate and block the windscreen washer jets.
• When refilling or changing service fluids, please ensure that the correct fluids are added through the correct openings. Incorrect service fluids can cause serious functional problems and engine damage. A WARNING
Adjusting the exterior and interior mirrors while driving may cause the driver to become distracted. This can lead to accidents and se-rious Injuries.
• Exterior and interior mirrors should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stationary.
• When parking, changing lane, or perform-ing an overtaking or turning manoeuvre, al-ways pay careful attention to the area around the vehicle as objects and other road users may be located In the blind spot.
• Always ensure that the mirrors are posi-tioned correctly and that the rear view Is not restricted by ice, snow, condensation or any other objects.
A WARNING
Automatic anti-dazzle mirrors contain an electrolyte fluid which could leak If the mirror is broken.
• The leaking electrolyte fluid can cause lrri-tation to the skin, eyes and respiratory or-gans, especially In people who suffer from
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Do not attach external navigation devices to the windscreen or near interior automatic anti-dazzle
Manual anti-dazzle interior mirror
• Basic position: the lever on the lower part of the mirror is pointing towards the windscreen.
• Pull the lever to the back to select the anti-daz-zle function 99.
Exterior mirrors
Fig. 100 in the driver door: rotary knob for the ex-terior mirrors.
First read and observe the introductory L..-Jr:.U information and safety warnings & on page 121.
Electric exterior mirrors
Turn the rotary knob to the desired position:
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Fold exterior mirrors into the body electri-
Switch on the exterior mirror heating.
Tap and hold the rotary knob to set the left exterior mirror to the front, rear, right or left. In this position the exterior mirror heater is switched off.
Tap and hold the rotary knob up or down or left or right to set the right exterior mir-ror. In this position the exterior mirror heater is switched off.
Depending on the model, electrical control ele-ments can be combined with mechanically adjusta-ble exterior mirrors.
A WARNING
The illuminated display from an external navi-gation device can lead to functional impair-ment of the Interior automatic anti-dazzle mir-ror and cause accidents or serious injuries.
• You may not be able to precisely deter-mine the distance from vehicles travelling be-hind you or from other objects if the automat-ic anti-dazzle function is Impaired. Mechanical exterior mirrors
• To adjust, press the edge of the mirror it until it reaches the desired position.
• To fold in, pull the mirror housing back until it engages.
• To fold back, carefully fold the mirror housing back.
A WARNING
Injuries can be sustained if you do not take care when folding the exterior mirrors in and out.
• Only fold the exterior mirrors in or out when there is nobody in the path of the mir-ror.
• Always ensure that no fingers are caught between the exterior mirror and the foot of the mirror when the exterior mirror is moved.
A WARNING
If you estimate the distance from traffic be-hind you Incorrectly, you can cause acci-dents and serious injuries.
• Curved mirrors (convex or aspheric) en-large the field of vision and can make objects in the mirror seem smaller and further away than they actually are.
• Using curved mirrors to estimate the dis-tance from other vehicles behind you when changing lanes can provide inaccurate re-sults and can lead to accidents and severe in-juries.
• Whenever possible, use the interior mirror to check the exact distance between your ve-hicle and following traffic or other objects.
• Ensure that you have a good view to the rear of the vehicle. .,..
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Transporting items
Driving notes
ClJl Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Stowing items of luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Stowing cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Buckle straps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Ratchet straps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Driving with an open tailgate or open wing doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Driving a loaded vehicle .... 130
Always secure the load transported in the luggage compartment or load compartment, on the roof car-rier, on the load surface or trailer. Always use suita-ble securing straps with the fastening rings to se-cure heavy items. Never exceed the vehicle's max-imum payload. Both the payload and the distribu-tion of the load in the vehicle will have an effect on the driving response and braking distance &.
Using securing straps
• Follow the instructions for the securing straps.
• Observe specifications for maximum load rat-ing.
• The securing straps must be long enough for the item you wish to secure.
Damaged securing straps
Never use the securing straps if:
• Damage to the warp and weft of the webbing (cuts or fraying) accounts for more than 10% of the webbing.
• The seams are damaged.
• The webbing is deformed by friction or heat.
• The securing straps are cracked, especially if cracked across the strap, or if the straps have notches.
• The securing straps have splits or corrosion damage.
• There is damage to the tightening device and connection elements.
Additional information and warnings:
• Tailgate 49
• Wing doors 52
• Lights 106
• Luggage compartment 130
• Roof carrier 137
• Towing a trailer 139
• Wheels and tyres 367
• Vehicle weight and axle weight rating 450
A WARNING
Objects that are not secured, or are secured incorrectly, can cause serious injuries in the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeu-vre or accident. This applies particularly if objects are struck by the airbag when activa-ted and then flung through the vehicle interi-or. To reduce the risk of accidents, please ob-serve the following guidelines:
• Always stow all objects in the vehicle se· curely.
• Always use suitable straps to prevent ob-jects entering the deployment zones of the curtain alrbag, the combined curtain and side airbag or the front airbag during a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre.
• Objects should be stowed in the vehicle interior In such a way that they can never en-ter the alrbag deployment zones while the ve-hicle is In motion.
• Always keep stowage compartments closed while the vehicle is In motion.
• The front airbag must be switched off and the indicator lamp PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF 'Ji; must light up for as long as the front passenger seat backrest is folded forwards.
• Stowed objects must never cause passen-gers to assume an incorrect sitting position.
• If an item is being stowed on a seat, this seat must not be used by any passengers.
A WARNING
Transporting heavy objects changes the vehi-cle driving characteristics and increases the braking distance. Heavy loads which are not properly stowed or secured in the vehicle can lead to a loss of vehicle control and cause se-rious injury. .,..
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Additional information and warnings:
• Airbag system =:.page 87
• Lights =:.page 106
• Transporting =:.page 125
• Towing a trailer=> page 139
• Luggage net, California =>page 192
• Wheels and tyres =>page 367
A WARNING
When the vehicle is not in use or is not being supervised, always lock the doors and tail-gate to reduce the risk of severe or fatal inju-ries.
• Never leave children unattended, especial-ly when the tailgate is open. Children could make their way into the luggage compart-ment, close the tailgate and be unable to get out. This can cause severe or fatal injuries.
• Never let children play in or around the ve-hicle.
• Do not travel with people in the luggage compartment.
A WARNING
Objects that are not secured, or are secured Incorrectly, can cause serious injuries in the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeu-vre or accident. This applies particularly if objects are struck by the alrbag when activa-ted and then flung through the vehicle interi-or. To reduce the risk of accidents, please ob-serve the following guidelines:
• Always stow all objects In the vehicle se· curely. Always stow luggage and heavy ob-jects in the luggage compartment.
• Always use suitable straps to prevent lug-gage from being thrown through the vehicle Interior and entering the deployment zones of
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the curtain alrbag, the combined curtain and side airbag or the front airbag In the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre.
• Always keep stowage compartments closed while the vehicle is In motion.
• Do not stow any hard, heavy or sharp ob· jects loose in any of the vehicle's open stow-age areas, on the luggage compartment cov-er or on the dash panel.
• Remove any hard, heavy or sharp objects from items of clothing and bags Inside the vehicle and stow them securely.
A WARNING
Transporting heavy objects changes the vehi-cle's handling and increases the braking dis-tance. Heavy loads that are not properly stowed or secured in the vehicle can lead to a loss of vehicle control and can cause serious injury.
• Transporting heavy objects changes the vehicle's handling and the centre of gravity.
• The payload should be distributed as evenly as possible in the vehicle.
• Always secure heavy objects In the lug-gage compartment as far in front of the rear axle as possible.
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Hard objects on the shelf can chafe against the wires of the heating element in the rear window and cause damage.
m Always ensure that the venlilalion openings L!J between the rear window and the stowage area are uncovered to allow stale air to escape from the vehicle. Transporting items 131

Key to diagram Fig. 114:
Pin Meaning
8 Reversing light
9 Permanent live
10 Charging cable plus
11 Earth pin 10, charging cable
12 Not assigned
13 Earth pin 9, permanent live
Trailer socket
A 13-pin trailer socket makes the electrical connec-tion between the towing vehicle and the trailer. When the engine is running, electrical consumers in the trailer are supplied with voltage (charging ca-ble) via the electrical connection (pin 10 of the trail-er socket). If required, the charging cable charges the caravan's battery.
When a trailer is electrically detected, electrical consumers in the trailer are supplied with voltage (permanent live) via the electrical connection (pin 9). Permanent live supplies a trailer's interior lighting for example. Electrical consumers such as a caravan refrigerator are supplied with voltage on-ly when the engine is running (pin 1 0).
To avoid overloading the electrical system, do not inter-connect the three earth wires (pins 3, 11 and 13).
If the trailer has a 7 -pin plug you will need to use a suitable adapter cable. Pin 10 (charging cable) is then without function.
Emergency breakaway cable
Always fasten the trailer's emergency breakaway cable properly to the towing vehicle. Leave enough slack in the emergency breakaway cable so that the vehicle can still drive around corners. However the emergency breakaway cable should not drag along the ground while you are driving.
Trailer rear lights
Ensure that the trailer lights work properly and meet legal requirements. Do not exceed the maxi-mum power consumption for the trailer 142.
Connection to the anti-theft alarm
The trailer is integrated in the anti-theft system if the following conditions are fulfilled:
• When the vehicle has a factory-fitted anti-theft alarm and a factory-fitted towing bracket.
• When the trailer is electrically connected to the towing vehicle via the trailer socket.
• When the vehicle and trailer electric systems are functional, fault-free and undamaged.
• When the vehicle is locked with the vehicle key and the anti-theft alarm is active.
When the vehicle is locked, the alarm will be trig-gered as soon as the electrical connection to the trailer is interrupted.
Always switch off the anti-theft alarm when a trailer is being hitched or unhitched. The tilt sensor could otherwise trigger an alarm unnecessarily.
Trailer with LED rear lights
For technical reasons, trailers with LED tail lights cannot be integrated into the anti-theft alarm sys-tem.
When the vehicle is locked, the alarm is not trig-gered as soon as the electrical connection to the trailer with LED rear lights is interrupted.
A WARNING
Any electrical cables that are not connected properly could cause a power surge to the trailer. This could cause faults tn the entire vehicle electronics system and also lead to accidents and serious Injuries.
• All work on the electric system should be carried out by a qualified workshop.
• Never connect the trailer's electrical sys-tem directly to the electrical connections of the tail lights or to other sources of electrici-ty.
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If you park the trailer using the support wheel or other trailer supports, disconnect the trailer from the vehicle. The vehicle could rock up and down if the load changes or if there is damage to the tyres. If this happens, a great deal of force will be exerted on the towing bracket and trailer, which could lead to damage to the vehi-cle and trailer.
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Maximum power consumption of the trailer should not be exceeded. Otherwise, the vehicle electrical system could be damaged.
m If there is a fault in the vehicle or trailer elec-L.:!.J trical systems or in the anti-theft alarm, have the systems checked by a qualified workshop.
m If the engine is not running and electrical L.:!.J equipment is switched on in the trailer via the trailer socket, the vehicle battery will discharge. .,.
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Switching the cool box on and off
Fig. 127 Controls on the cool box
r-f'n First read and observe the Introductory Information and safety warnings & on page 158.
The interior temperature of the cool box is dependent on the temperature in the vehicle. In cooling mode, the interior temperature can be max. 20•c (68°F) below the temperature in the vehicle. In heating mode it can be max. 35•c (95.F) de-grees above the temperature in the vehicle. If you switch directly from cooling to heating (or vice ver-sa) it will take a relatively long time for the interior to reach the desired temperature.
Switching the cool box on
• Connect the 12-volt power supply.
• Press the red Fig. 127 G) to turn on the heating mode. An indicator lamp in the but-ton lights up above the button which was pressed.
• OR: press the blue button (!)®to switch on the cooling mode. An indicator lamp in the button lights up above the button which was pressed.
Ashtray and cigarette lighter
o:n Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Removable ashtray in the drink holder 162
Cigarette lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Additional information and warnings:
• Drink holder 153
• Electrical sockets 163
Switching cooling and heating mode off
• Press the red button(!) or the blue button (!). The corresponding warning lamp goes out.
Switching the cool box completely off
• Press the@) button @.
• OR: disconnect the 12-volt power supply.
Faults
If the cool box does not work, proceed as follows:
• Check whether the plug is securely in the sock-et.
• Check the connecting cable for damage.
• Check the 12-volt socket fuses.
• Run the engine to recharge the vehicle battery.
If these steps do not help, contact a qualified work-shop. • Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts 394
• Consumer information 404
A WARNING
Improper use of the ashtray and cigarette lighter could cause fires, burns and other se-rious Injuries.
• Never put paper or any other combustible materials In the ashtray. Practical equipment 161

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• 230-volt socket with inverter switch:
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-Do not plug adapters or extension ca-bles into the 230-volt socket. Otherwise the built-in child lock will disengage and power will be supplied to the socket.
• Observe the operating instructions for any device that you plug into the socket.
• Never exceed the maximum power rating as this could damage the whole vehicle electrical system.
• Only use accessories that have been ap-proved in accordance with valid guidelines concerning electromagnetic compatibility.
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• Never feed electricity Into the socket.
• Do not plug any heavy devices or connec-tions, such as mains adapters, directly Into the socket.
• Only connect devices to the socket with a voltage that matches the voltage of the socket.
• 230-volt socket with inverter switch:
-Do not connect any lights which use neon tubes.
-With electrical devices that require a high level of current In the start phase, the built-In excess current switch will prevent the de-vice from being switched on. If this hap-pens, disconnect the device from the power supply and reconnect after waiting approxi-mately 10 seconds.
m Unshielded devices can cause interference W with radio reception and vehicle electronics. Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system
[Q) Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Components ......... .
Folding the LCD screen out and in
DVD player ..
Controls on the LCD screen ...
Remote control ..
Settings on the LCD screen Settings on the DVD player
Care and protection
166
167 167
168
169
170 171
Use a suitable screen cleaner for cleaning the screen Be careful not to scratch the screen when cleaning it.
A WARNING
Improper use of the rear seat entertainment system could cause short-circuits, fire and serious Injuries.
• Protect the rear seat entertainment system against moisture and damp.
A WARNING
Objects that 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.
• Always stow the remote control units and headsets securely In the stowage compart-ments.
A WARNING
Accidents and Injuries can occur If the driver Is distracted.
• Never allow use of the rear seat entertain-ment system to distract you from what Is happening on the road.
• Comply with legal regulations .
• Select volume settings that allow signals from outside the vehicle (such as emergency services sirens) to be easily heard at all times.
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Switching on the refrigerator box
• Slide the cover open =>Fig. 149 (D.
• Move switch =>Fig. 150 CD to I position. When the refrigerator box is switched on, the lamp in the box lights up.
• Fill the refrigerator box and then close the lid =>&.
Switching off the refrigerator box
• Slide the cover open =>Fig. 149 (D.
• Move switch =>Fig. 150 CD to 0 position. The in-dicator lamp in the refrigerator box goes out.
• Close the cover.
Notes on cleaning and care
Clean the refrigerator box thoroughly before using it for the first time, if it is dirty or if it has not been used for a long time.
To avoid stains and mildew in the refrigerator box if it remains unused for a long time, leave the cover slightly open.
• Use water and normal household cleaning fluid to clean the refrigerator box.
• The refrigerator box should be defrosted regu-larly to prevent layers of ice forming. To do this, switch the refrigerator box off and leave the cover open. Do not use an additional heat source to de-frost the refrigerator more quickly. This could dam-age the refrigerator => Battery monitor
If the refrigerator box is left on when the engine is not running, the additional battery runs down. The refrigerator box is therefore fitted with a battery monitor. The battery monitor will switch the refriger-ated box off if the charge of the additional battery becomes too low. The battery monitor will switch the refrigerator box on again as soon as the addi-tional battery has reached a suitable charge level, for example, after a long journey.
Rear-seat telephony, Business
a:n Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Pairing a mobile telephone before using it for the first time . . . . . . . . . 190
Functional description ........... . 190
A WARNING
Objects that are not secured, or are secured incorrectly, can cause serious injuries in the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeu-vre or accident.
• The refrigerator box lid must always be kept closed and locked when the vehicle is in motion.
• Never use the refrigerator box as a table or stowage compartment when the vehicle is In motion.
A WARNING
If the ambient temperature In the vehicle Is too low, the temperature in the refrigerator box could fall below +2 •c {+35 °F) degrees. ThIs could cause the contents of the refriger-ator box to freeze and bottles and other con-tainers to burst, potentially causing Injuries.
• Do not use the refrigerator box when the ambient temperature Is too low.
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Handling the refrigerator box incorrectly could damage it.
• Do not place containers, food or other ob-jects which are warmer than +50 •c (+122 •F) In the refrigerator box.
• Do not place corrosive substances or sol-vents in the refrigerator box.
• Do not use an additional heat source to de-frost the refrigerator box.
m The refrigerator box is not suitable for cooling W the vehicle interior. The refrigerator box should only be used to keep food cool and for transporting heat-sensitive items on short journeys. General information
The rear-seat telephony system (hands-free sys-tem in the passenger compartment with Private Mode) works independently of other provision for mobile telephones fitted in the vehicle. Neither the
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• Select New.
• Change the flashing figures by turning the knob 168 @) and press the knob to confirm.
Deleting the countdown timer
• Use the rotary/push knob to select the count-down timer.
• Select Delete and confirm by selecting Yes.
Changing the countdown timer setting
• Select New.
• Change the flashing figures by turning the knob 168@) and press the knob to confirm. The old countdown timer setting is automatically over-written.
Interior lights, California
CClJ Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Interior lights in the living area . . . . • . • . . . . . . 209
Interior lights in the pop-up roof . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Additional information:
• Electrical sockets 163
• Battery 350
208 Before the journey
Turning off the countdown timer
• Press the (2) button.
W The stored countdown timer setting is deleted L!J if the central control panel is switched off. <
• Cigarette lighter 163
• Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts 394
• Fuses 429
• Consumer information 404
• Rectifying faults on the camping equipment 254