ECU VOLKSWAGEN UP! 2016 User Guide

Ensure that you know the weight of the mounts, roof carrier system and the items to be transported
on the roof - weigh them if necessary. Never exceed the maximum permissible roof load.
However, if you are using a carrier system with a lower weight rating, you will not be able to carry
the maximum roof load. In this case, do not exceed the maximum weight limit for the load carrier
system which is listed in the fitting instructions.
Distributing the load
Distribute the load evenly and secure it correctly ⇒.
Checking the fittings
After the mounts and load carrier have been attached, check the bolted connections and fastenings
once you have travelled a short distance and then at regular intervals.
Towing a trailer
Information on towing
The vehicle is not approved for towing a trailer. The vehicle is not factory-fitted with a towing
bracket and a towing bracket cannot be retrofitted.
Practical equipment
Stowage area
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Stowage compartment on the driver side
⇒ Stowage compartment in the front centre console
⇒ Stowage compartment with cover on the front passenger side
⇒ Open stowage compartment on the front passenger side
⇒ Stowage compartment in the rear centre console
⇒ Other stowage areas
Only use stowage compartments to stow light or smaller objects.
Additional information and warnings:
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Fig. 88 In the front centre console: drink holder with clip
Fig. 89 In the rear centre console: drink holder
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Introduction
Drink holders are located in the front and rear centre consoles.
Securing drink containers in the drink holder
Depending on the level of vehicle equipment, the front drink holder may be fitted with a clip that can
folded in and out ⇒ Fig. 88.
Fold the drink holder clip forwards.
Place the drink container in the drink holder so that it is held securely by the clip.
Ashtray and cigarette lighter
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Ashtray
⇒ Cigarette lighter
Additional information and warnings:
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Several warning and indicator lamps will light up briefly as a functional check when the ignition is
switched on. They will switch off after a few seconds.
Pedals
Fig. 94 Pedals in vehicles with a manual gearbox: ① accelerator, ② brake pedal, ③ clutch pedal
Fig. 95 Pedals in vehicles with an automated manual gearbox: ① accelerator, ② brake pedal
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The operation and freedom of movement of all pedals must never be impaired by objects or floor
mats.
Only use floor mats that leave the pedal area free and can be securely fastened in the footwell.
If a brake circuit fails, you will have to depress the brake pedal further than normal in order to bring
the vehicle to a stop.
Manual gearbox: selecting a gear
Failure to observe illuminated warning lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle
breaking down in traffic, and can cause accident and serious injury.
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Lit upPossible cause ⇒Solution
In conjunction with warning lamp :
ABS and EBV not functioning.
Do not drive on!
Seek expert assistance immediately ⇒ Fault
in the brake system.
Brake pedal not depressed.To select a position, press the brake pedal.
FlashesPossible causeSolution
ESC/TCS is taking corrective action.Remove foot from accelerator pedal. Adapt
driving style to suit road conditions.
Traction Control active.
Remove foot from accelerator pedal. Adapt
driving style to suit road conditions
⇒ Traction Control System (TCSyfRU
Traction Control (TCyf.
Flashing: vehicle with an automated
manual gearbox is not secured from
rolling away.
Apply the handbrake.
Several warning and indicator lamps will light up briefly as a functional check when the ignition is
switched on. They will switch off after a few seconds.
Handbrake
Fig. 100 Handbrake between the front seats
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Introduction
Applying the handbrake
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Opening and closing the bonnet
Fig. 119 A: release lever in the footwell on the driver side B: release lever on the bonnet
Fig. 120 C: release lever at the bonnet stay D: bonnet secured with the bonnet stay
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Opening the bonnet
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Rims
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The design of the wheel bolts is matched to the rims. If different rims are fitted, the correct wheel
bolts with the right length and correctly shaped bolt heads must be used. This ensures that the
wheels are fitted securely and that the brake system works properly ⇒ Changing a wheel.
For technical reasons, it is not generally possible to use the wheels from other vehicles. This can
also apply to wheels of the same vehicle type.
The tyres and rims approved by Volkswagen are specifically matched to the characteristics of the
vehicle and make a major contribution to good road holding and safe handling.
Wheel bolts
Wheel bolts must always be tightened with the correct tightening torque ⇒ Changing a wheel.
Rims with bolted-on rings
Rims with bolted-on rings consist of several components. These components are fastened using
special bolts and special fastening technology. This ensures that the wheel functions properly, does
not leak, remains safe and runs true. For this reason, damaged rims should be replaced. They may
only be repaired by a qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership
for this purpose ⇒.
Rims with bolted-on trims
Rims may have removable trims that are attached to the rim with self-locking bolts. Damaged trims
may only be repaired by a qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen
dealership for this purpose ⇒.
Rims identification
In some countries, new rims are legally required to contain certain specifications on them.
Depending on the country the following specifications can appear on the rims:
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Fig. 133 In the luggage compartment: handwheel for securing the spare wheel
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Removing the spare wheel
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If possible, stow the spare wheel, temporary spare wheel or the removed wheel safely in the
luggage compartment. In vehicles with a breakdown set, the removed wheel cannot be secured.
Tyre lettering
Fig. 134 International tyre lettering
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Tyre lettering (exampleyfMeaning
Brand name, logoManufacturer
Product nameIndividual tyre lettering from manufacturer.
P215 / 55 R 18
Size designation:
PIdentification for passenger vehicle.
255Tyre width from wall to wall in mm.
55Height/width ratio in yb.
RTyre construction: radial.
18Rim diameter in inches.
109 HLoad capacity index ⇒ Tyre load and speed index ⇒ Speed
index.
XLHeavy-duty tyres (reinforcedyf.
M+S or M/S orDenotes winter tyres (mud and snow tyresyf ⇒ Winter tyres.
RADIAL TUBELESSTubeless radial tyres.
E4 ...Certification of conformity with international regulations. The
number following (EyfLVWKHFRGHQXPEHURIWKHFRXQWU\WKDW
Incorrect use of the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel can lead to a loss of control of the
vehicle, to collisions or other accidents and cause serious injuries.
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Event data recorder
The vehicle is not fitted with an event data recorder.
Event data recorders temporarily store vehicle information. This provides precise information in the
event of an accident. In vehicles with an airbag system, data that might be relevant in the event of
an accident can be stored, e.g. impact speed, belt buckle status, seat positions and trigger speed.
The scope of the data is manufacturer-specific.
An event data recorder may only be fitted if the owner has approved the procedure. This is covered
by legislation in some countries.
Reprogramming control units
All data for the control of components are stored in the control units. Some convenience functions,
such as lane change flash, single door unlocking and displays, can be reprogrammed using special
workshop equipment. If this is the case, the descriptions in your vehicle wallet will no longer
correspond with the original functions. Volkswagen recommends that you have any reprogramming
confirmed in the service schedule under Workshop comments.
Information about possible reprogramming can be obtained from the Volkswagen dealership.
Reading the vehicle's event memory
A diagnostic interface for reading the event memories is located in the vehicle interior ⇒. Data
relating to the function and status of the electronic control units are stored in the event memory.
Additional information on the stored data is available from qualified workshops.
The diagnosis interface is located behind near the fuse box in the footwell on the driver side.
The event memory should only be read and reset by a qualified workshop.
After a fault has been rectified, the information in the memory pertaining to the fault is deleted.
Other memory content is overwritten on an on-going basis.
Using a mobile telephone in the vehicle without a connection to the
external aerial
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Both during telephone calls and in standby mode, mobile telephones transmit and receive radio
waves, which may also be termed "high-frequency energy". Current scientific literature warns us
that radio waves can be harmful to human beings if they exceed certain limits. Government bodies
and international committees have introduced threshold values and guidelines to ensure that
electromagnetic radiation produced by mobile telephones does not pose a hazard to health.
However, there is no proven scientific evidence that demonstrates that cordless telephones are
absolutely safe.
For this reason, some experts are calling for more precautions to be taken in the use of mobile
telephones, by taking steps to reduce the level of personal exposure to electromagnetic radiation.
If a mobile telephone that is not connected to the vehicle's external aerial is used inside the vehicle,
the level of electromagnetic radiation could be higher than when the mobile telephone is connected
to an integrated aerial or any other external aerial.
If the vehicle is fitted with a suitable hands-free unit which enables the use of innumerable
additional functions of Bluetooth compatible mobile telephones, this will satisfy the legal
requirements in many countries which permit the use of a mobile telephone in a vehicle only if a
hands-free unit is used.
The hands-free system of the portable navigation device (delivered by VolkswagenyfLQ\RXUYHKLFOH
has been developed for mobile telephones that are compatible with Bluetooth⇒ Portable
navigation device. Mobile telephones must be located in a suitable telephone holder or be stored
securely in the vehicle. If a telephone holder is used it must be securely attached to the base plate.
This is the only way to ensure that the mobile telephone is securely attached to the dash panel and
always within reach of the driver. Depending on the hands-free system, the connection between the
mobile telephone and the external aerial is established either via the telephone holder or via an
existing Bluetooth connection between the mobile telephone and the vehicle.
Connecting the mobile telephone is to a telephone aerial integrated in the vehicle or to an external
telephone aerial reduces the electromagnetic radiation generated by the telephone which could
affect the human body. Using an aerial also improves the quality of the signal.
Incorrect use of the diagnostic interface can cause faults, which can result in accidents and
serious injuries.
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If a mobile telephone is used in the vehicle interior without this hands-free system, it is not safely
secured in the vehicle and also not connected to the vehicle's external telephone aerial.
Furthermore, the mobile telephone is not being charged in the telephone holder. It is also likely that
the telephone connection will be disrupted and the signal strength will be poor.
A mobile telephone should only be used in the vehicle if it is connected to a hands-free unit.
Volkswagen recommends the use of an external aerial when using a mobile telephone in the
vehicle.
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Portable navigation device
Fig. 135 In the centre console: removing the navigation device and mounting
Fig. 136 Central console: closing the opening the navigation device mounting
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
In some vehicles other vehicle functions and additional applications can be accessed via the
portable navigation device (delivered by Volkswagenyf ⇒.
The tilt and angle can be set by moving the navigation device as required ⇒ Fig. 135A, ⇒.
The user's manual for the portable navigation device (delivered by VolkswagenyfFDQEHGLVSOD\HG
on the unit itself.
Functions
In some vehicles the following functions are available in the portable navigation device (delivered
by Volkswagenyf:
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