VOLKSWAGEN UP! 2012 Owner's Guide

Fig. 32 In the rear doors: closing the hinged windows
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
In 4-door vehicles, the rear windows can be opened and closed mechanically.
Opening hinged windows
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Leaves and other loose objects must be removed from the guide rails of the electric
panorama sliding/tilting glass roof at regular intervals, using a vacuum cleaner or by hand.
If there is a fault in the electric panorama sliding/tilting roof, the roll-back function will not
work properly. Go to a qualified workshop
Opening and closing the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof
Fig. 33 In the roof: turn the switch to open and close
Fig. 34 In the headliner: push the switch to tilt and pull the switch to close
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The rotary switch must be in the basic position ① before the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass
roof can be tilted.
Function⇒ Fig. 33
and
⇒ Fig. 34
Action
Opening sliding roof completely.③
Turn the switch past the position ② and
hold down until the glass roof has
reached the required position.
Moving sliding roof to convenience
position.②
Turn the switch to the required position.Setting an intermediate position.② to ①
Closing sliding roof completely.①
Tilting the tilting roof completely.④Push the switch back briefly.
Stopping the one-touch function.④ or ⑤Press or pull the switch again briefly.
Closing fully.⑤Pull the switch back briefly.
The electric panorama sliding/tilting roof will work only when the ignition has been switched on. The
electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof can be operated for a short time after the ignition has
been switched off, provided the driver door or the front passenger door is not opened.
If the closing procedure has been started, it will be interrupted as soon as the ignition is switched off
and the switch for the electric panorama sliding and tilting glass roof is activated.
If it is not possible to close the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof electrically you will have to
close it manually. You will not be able to close the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof
manually without first removing some vehicle components. Proceed to a qualified workshop.
Sliding blind
Use the handle at the front near the roof opening to move the sliding blind to the required position.
The convenience position allows sufficient air supply together with low wind noise.

Roll-back function of the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The roll-back function can reduce the risk of injury when the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass
roof is being closed ⇒. If the electric panorama sliding/tilting glass roof is not able to close
because it is stiff or obstructed, it will automatically open again immediately.
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The dangers of assuming an incorrect sitting position
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
If the seat belts are not worn or are worn incorrectly, the risk of severe or fatal injuries increases.
Seat belts can only provide optimal protection if the seat belt routing is correct. Assuming an
incorrect sitting position considerably impairs the level of protection provided by a seat belt. This
could lead to severe or even fatal injuries. The risk of severe or fatal injuries is especially increased
when a triggering airbag strikes an occupant who has assumed an incorrect sitting position. The
driver is responsible for all vehicle passengers, especially if they are children.
The following list contains examples of sitting positions that could be dangerous for all occupants.
Whenever the vehicle is in motion:
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In 4-door vehicles: on the interior side of the seat only.
Adjusting the rear head restraint
Fig. 38 Adjusting rear head restraint
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Every seat is fitted with a head restraint.
The head restraints on the front seats are integrated in the backrest and cannot be adjusted.
The rear seats are fitted with an adjustable head restraint.
Adjusting the height
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Removing and installing the rear head restraint
Fig. 39 Removing the rear head restraint
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The rear seats are fitted with an adjustable head restraint.
Removing the rear head restraints
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Switch off the seat heating when the seat is not occupied.
FunctionAction ⇒ Fig. 41
Switching onPress the  button. The seat heating is switched on at the
highest setting. All indicator lamps light up in the button.
Adjusting the heating
outputPress the button again until the required heating level is set.
Switching offPress the button until the indicator lamps in the button go out.
If the second temperature level has been switched on for more than 15 minutes, it will automatically
switch to the first temperature level. Only one indicator lamp will be lit up.
The seat heating should be switched off as soon as it is no longer needed. Fuel is otherwise
wasted.
Seat belts
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Warning lamp
⇒ Frontal collisions and the laws of physics
⇒ What happens to vehicle occupants who have not fastened their seat belts
⇒ Seat belt protection
⇒ Using seat belts
⇒ Fastening and unfastening seat belts
⇒ Seat belt routing
⇒ Automatic belt retractor, belt tensioner, belt tension limiter
⇒ Service and disposal of belt tensioners
Check the condition of all seat belts regularly. If the belt webbing, belt connections, belt retractor or
seat belt buckle become damaged, the seat belt in question should be replaced immediately by a
qualified workshop ⇒. The qualified workshop must use correct spare parts that are compatible
with the vehicle, equipment level and model year. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen
dealership for this purpose.
Additional information and warnings:
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