navigation system VOLKSWAGEN UP! 2021 Owner´s Manual
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- Lever with buttons for operating the Volkswagen information system - , /
⇒ Volkswagen information system
Horn (works only when the ignition is switched on)
Ignition lock ⇒ Starting and stopping the engine
Pedals ⇒ Changing gear
Lever for adjusting the steering column ⇒ Adjusting the seat position
Driver front airbag ⇒ Airbag system
Stowage compartment ⇒ Stowage area
Overview of the centre console
Upper section of the centre console
Fig. 7 Overview of the upper section of the centre console
Key for ⇒ Fig. 7:
Air vent, non-adjustable ⇒ Heating, ventilating, cooling
Hazard warning lights button ⇒ In an emergency
Indicator lamp for the front passenger front airbag switch-off
function PASSENGER AIRBAG ⇒ Airbag system
Button for the right-hand seat heating ⇒ Seat functions or button for the rear window
heating (alternative fitting location) ⇒ Heating, ventilating, cooling
Radio (factory fitted) ⇒BookletRadio,
Button for the left seat heating ⇒ Seat functions
Switch for rear window heating ⇒ Heating, ventilating, cooling
Button for start/stop system ⇒ Pull-away assist systems
Controls for:
- Heating and fresh air system ⇒ Heating, ventilating, cooling
- Air conditioning system ⇒ Heating, ventilating, cooling
Portable navigation system ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts
Lower section of the centre console
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Fig. 11 Instrument cluster in the dash panel: type 2
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Depending on the equipment level, the scale divisions may look slightly different in type 2 ⇒ Fig. 11
.
Descriptions of the instruments ⇒ Fig. 10 or ⇒ Fig. 11:
Speedometer in km/h or in mph and km/h, depending on vehicle.
Displays⇒ Displays.
Reset button for the trip recorder display (trip).
- Press the button briefly to switch between the trip recorder and the
odometer.
- Press the button for about 5 seconds to reset the trip recorder and any
other indicators in the multifunction display ⇒ Volkswagen information system.
Fuel gauge⇒ Filling the tank.
Rev counter (running engine speed in revolutions x 1,000 per minute).The start of the red
zone on the dial indicates the maximum engine speed that may be used in each gear when the
engine is warm and after it has been run in properly. It is advisable to change up a gear or lift
your foot off the accelerator before the needle reaches the red zone ⇒.
Setting button for the clock or for switching between outside temperature display and
clock.
- To set the clock, select the time display if not already selected. To do this, push the
rocker switch ⇒ Fig. 12② up or down, or press setting button ⇒ Fig. 11⑥.
- Press and hold the button to mark the hour display so that it flashes.
- Press the button to continue. Press and hold to scroll through quickly.
- Press the button again briefly to select the minute display so that it flashes.
- Press the button to continue. Press and hold to scroll through quickly.
- Press the button again to finish setting the clock.
Changing up a gear early will help to save fuel and minimise engine noise.
Other instruments, such as the outside temperature display, can be shown in the screen of
the portable navigation device (delivered by Volkswagen) ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs and
renewal of parts.
Displays
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, a variety of information can be displayed in the
instrument cluster ⇒ Fig. 10② or ⇒ Fig. 11②:
•Warning and information displays
•Distance displays
•Time
•Outside temperature
•Selector lever positions ⇒ Changing gear
•Gear-change indicator (manual gearbox) ⇒ Changing gear
•Multifunction display (MFD) ⇒ Volkswagen information system
•Service interval display ⇒ Service interval display
•Start/stop system status display ⇒ Pull-away assist systems
•Fuel gauge ⇒ Filling the tank
•Belt status display for the rear seats ⇒ Seat belts
•When the engine is cold, avoid high engine speeds, driving at full throttle and over-loading
the engine.
•The needle on the rev counter should only briefly tip into the red area. Damage to the
engine may otherwise be incurred.
NOTICE
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In some vehicles other vehicle functions can be displayed on the screen of the portable
navigation device (delivered by Volkswagen) ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of
parts.
After starting the engine with a discharged vehicle battery, or after the battery has been
changed, system settings (time, date, personal convenience settings and programming) may have
been changed or deleted. Check and correct the settings as necessary once the vehicle battery has
been sufficiently charged.
Using the displays in the instrument cluster
Fig. 12 The windscreen wiper lever: button ① to confirm and rocker switch ② to change the
display
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Opening a display option
•Switch on the ignition.
•If a message or vehicle pictogram is displayed, press the button ⇒ Fig. 12①.
•Press the rocker switch ② up or down until the appropriate display option is shown.
Multifunction display (MFD)
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The multifunction display (MFD) is equipped with two automatic memories: 1 - Trip memory and 2 -
Total journey memory. The number of the current memory on display will be shown in the lower
right-hand corner of the display.
When the ignition is switched on and memory 1 or 2 is shown on the
display, press the button to switch between the two memories.
1Trip memory
The memory collects the travel and fuel consumption data from the moment
the ignition is switched on until it is switched off.
If the journey is interrupted for more than two hours, the memory is
automatically deleted. If the journey is continued within two hours of the
ignition being switched off, the new values will be added to the existing trip
recorder.
2Total journey
memory
Depending on which instrument cluster is installed, the memory collects
journey data for any number of individual journeys up to a total of 19 hours
and 59 minutes travel time or 1,999.9 km (miles) distance travelled. Once
these total limits have been reached, the memory will be deleted
automatically and begin again at 0.
Possible displays
MenuFunction
TimeCurrent time in hours (h) and minutes (min).
Driving timeDriving time in hours (h) and minutes (min) that has elapsed since
the ignition was switched on.
Current fuel consumption
While the vehicle is in motion, current consumption is displayed
in l/100 km. When the engine is running and the vehicle is
stationary it is measured in litres/hour or, in vehicles with gas
engines, in kg/h.
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption will be shown in l/100km or, in
vehicles with gas engines, in kg/100 km after a distance of
approximately 100 metres has been travelled. The display will show
dashes until this point. The displayed values will be updated
approximately every 5 seconds.
Fuel range
Approximate calculation of the distance in km that can still be
travelled with the current fuel level under the current driving
conditions. One factor used for calculating this figure is the current
level of fuel consumption.
In natural gas engines: the value with the symbol shows the
total distance in petrol mode. The value with the symbol shows
the total distance in petrol mode.
Distance drivenThe distance travelled in km since the ignition was switched on.
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MenuFunction
Average speed
The average speed will be shown after a distance of approximately
100 metres has been travelled. The display will show dashes until
this point. The displayed values will be updated approximately
every 5 seconds.
Digital speed displayCurrent vehicle speed displayed digitally.
Digital coolant temperature
display
Current temperature of the coolant temperature displayed digitally.
If the --.- appears in the instrument cluster display and the red
warning light flashes, there is a fault in the engine cooling system.
Do not drive on! Seek expert assistance.
Digital outside temperature
displayCurrent outside temperature displayed digitally.
Speed warning --- km/h
If the saved speed (within the range of 30 km/h (18 mph) and
250 km/h (155 mph)) is exceeded, an acoustic warning will be
given, along with a visible warning if required.
Switching between displays
•Press the rocker switch ⇒ Fig. 12② on the windscreen wiper lever.
Setting the clock
•Press and hold the button in the windscreen wiper lever ⇒ Fig. 12① to mark the hour
display so that it flashes.
•Use the rocker switch on the windscreen wiper lever ⇒ Fig. 12② to make the settings. To do
this, push the rocker switch up or down to increase or decrease the hours display.
•Press the button in the windscreen wiper lever again briefly to select the minute display
so that it flashes.
•Use the rocker switch on the windscreen wiper lever to make the settings. To do this, push the
rocker switch up or down to increase or decrease the minutes display.
•Press the button on the windscreen wiper lever briefly to finish setting the clock.
Settings for the clock can also be made directly using the setting buttons on the instrument cluster
⇒ .
Saving a speed for the speed warning
•Select the Speed warning --- km/h display.
•Press the button on the windscreen wiper lever to save the current speed and activate
the warning system.
•If necessary, use the rocker switch on the windscreen wiper lever within approximately 5
seconds to set the desired speed. Then press again or wait a few seconds. The speed
is now saved and the warning is activated.
•To deactivate, press . The set speed will be deleted.
Deleting memory 1 or 2 manually
•Select the memory that you wish to delete.
•Press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds ⇒ Fig. 12①.
In some vehicles other functions in the multifunction display can be displayed on the screen
of the portable navigation device (delivered by Volkswagen) ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs
and renewal of parts.
Type 2 instrument cluster only ⇒ Instrument cluster.
Before setting off
Driving tips
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Preparing for a journey and driving safely
⇒ Driving abroad
⇒ Driving through water on roads
Depending on where the vehicle is used, it may be advisable to have an engine and transmission
guard installed. An engine and transmission guard can reduce the risk of damage to the vehicle's
underbody and engine oil sump, for example when driving over kerbs, driveways or unsurfaced
roads. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
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Before the journey
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Are any technical modifications required for driving the vehicle abroad, e.g. masking the
headlights?
Are the necessary tools, diagnostic equipment and spare parts available for service and
repair work?
Are there any Volkswagen dealerships in the destination country?
For petrol engines: is unleaded petrol with the correct octane number available?
And for gas engines: is compressed natural gas (CNG) available Fuel?
Are the correct engine oil (Engine oil) and other service fluids that comply with Volkswagen
specifications available in the destination country?
Will the portable navigation unit Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts
work with the navigation data available in the destination country?
Are special tyres necessary for travelling in the destination country?
Checklist
In some countries, special safety standards and emissions-related legislation apply that may
differ from the construction of the vehicle. Volkswagen recommends that you visit your
Volkswagen dealership before travelling abroad to find out about any legal requirements and
the following issues at your destination:
Driving through water on roads
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Please follow these rules to help prevent damage to your vehicle when driving through water, for
example if the road is flooded:
•Check the depth of the water before driving through it. The water level must be no higher than
the lower edge of the vehicle body ⇒.
•Do not drive faster than walking speed.
•Never stop the vehicle, reverse or switch off the engine while in water.
•Oncoming vehicles create waves that could increase the water level for your vehicle to such an
extent that it is not safe to drive through the water.
•When driving through water, always switch off the start/stop system ⇒ Pull-away assist
systems.
Technical data
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Vehicle identification data
⇒ Engine data
⇒ Dimensions
⇒ Performance figures
The vehicle data sticker in the service schedule or the vehicle registration documents show which
engine is installed in your vehicle.
All data in the official vehicle documents take precedence over these data. All data in this manual
apply to the basic model. The figures may be different if additional equipment is fitted, for different
models, for special vehicles and for other countries.
Volkswagen is not responsible for any vehicle damage caused by low-quality fuel, inadequate
servicing work or lack of Genuine Parts.
NOTICE
After driving through water, mud, slush etc., the brakes may react slowly and the braking
distance will be increased as the brake discs and pads will be wet, or possibly iced up in
winter.
•You can dry and de-ice the brakes by performing careful braking manoeuvres. Ensure that
you do not endanger any other road users or violate any legal regulations when doing so.
•Avoid abrupt and sudden braking manoeuvres directly after driving through water.
WARNING
•If you drive through water, parts of the vehicle, such as the engine, drive train, running
gear and vehicle electrics, could sustain severe damage.
•Never drive through salt water as salt can cause corrosion. Rinse all components that have
been exposed to salt water immediately with fresh water.
NOTICE
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FunctionAction
Locking the vehicle and activating the
SAFELOCK mechanism.
Locking the vehicle without activating the
SAFELOCK mechanism.
Press the button on the vehicle key twice.
Press the central locking button in the driver
door once.
The SAFELOCK mechanism deactivates the door opening levers if the vehicle has been locked.
This makes it more difficult to break into the vehicle. The doors can no longer be opened from the
inside ⇒.
In some vehicles, when the ignition is switched off, the instrument cluster display may inform you
that the SAFELOCK mechanism is activated.
The following applies when the SAFELOCK mechanism is deactivated:
•The vehicle can be unlocked and opened from the inside using the door release lever.
Indicator lamp in the driver door
After locking the vehicle:Meaning
A red LED flashes for approximately 2 seconds, firstly
at short intervals and then more slowly.The SAFELOCK mechanism is activated.
A red LED flashes for approximately 2 seconds and
then switches off. The light starts to flash again after
approximately 30 seconds.
The SAFELOCK mechanism is
deactivated.
A red LED flashes for approximately 2 seconds in
short intervals. The lamp will then light up without
interruption for approximately 30 seconds.
Fault in the locking system. Proceed to a
qualified workshop.
Doors
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Childproof lock
Additional information and warnings:
•Vehicle key set ⇒ Vehicle key set
•Central locking system ⇒ Central locking system
•Manual opening and closing ⇒ Manual opening and closing
In some vehicles it is possible to set the screen of the portable navigation device (delivered
by Volkswagen) ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts to display whether at
least one vehicle door is open or not properly closed.
Always take care when using the SAFELOCK mechanism otherwise you could cause
accidents or injuries.
•Never leave anybody in the vehicle if the vehicle has been locked using the vehicle key.
The doors can no longer be opened from the inside once the SAFELOCK mechanism is
activated.
•Locked doors make it more difficult for emergency service personnel to gain access to the
vehicle and provide assistance when needed. In an emergency, people locked inside the
vehicle would not be able to leave the vehicle by unlocking the doors.
WARNING
Any door that is not properly closed could open suddenly while the vehicle is in motion. This
could lead to severe injuries.
•Stop as soon as possible and close the door.
•Ensure that the door is properly closed and that the lock has engaged. The closed door
must be flush with the surrounding body panels.
•Doors should only be opened or closed when you are sure that nobody is in their path.
WARNING
Any door being held open by the door arrester could close unexpectedly in strong winds or if
the vehicle is on a slope. This could lead to injuries.
•Always keep a good grip on the handle when opening and closing doors.
WARNING
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In some vehicles it is possible to set the screen of the portable navigation device (delivered
by Volkswagen) ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts to display whether the
tailgate is open or not properly closed.
Opening the tailgate
Fig. 27 In the vehicle key: tailgate release button
Fig. 28 Opening the tailgate from the outside
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
It will not be possible to open the tailgate if, for example, bicycles are mounted on a carrier attached
to it ⇒. Remove the load from the carrier and support the open tailgate.
Opening with the central locking system
•Press the button in the vehicle key ⇒ Fig. 27 for approximately one second to unlock
the tailgate.
•Press the button ⇒ Fig. 28① and lift the tailgate using the grip ②.
Opening with the mechanical vehicle key
Incorrect and unsupervised unlocking, opening or closing of the tailgate can cause accidents
and serious injuries.
•Therefore the tailgate should only be opened or closed when you are sure that nobody is
in its path.
•Never close the tailgate by pushing it down with your hand on the window. The rear
window could shatter and cause injuries.
•After closing the tailgate, check to ensure that it is closed and locked correctly so that it
does not open while the vehicle is in motion. The closed tailgate must be flush with the
surrounding body panels.
•Always keep the tailgate closed while the vehicle is in motion so that no toxic exhaust
fumes can enter the vehicle interior.
•Never open the tailgate if a load is attached to it, e.g. a rack or luggage carrier. It may also
not possible to open the tailgate if there are objects attached to it, e.g. bicycles. The
additional load might cause the open tailgate to close by itself. Support the tailgate as
necessary or remove the load from the surface.
•Close and lock the tailgate and all vehicle doors when the vehicle is not in use. Ensure
that no one remains in the vehicle.
•Never leave children playing unattended in or around the vehicle, especially when the
tailgate is open. Children could climb into the luggage compartment and shut the tailgate,
thereby trapping themselves inside. Temperatures inside a locked vehicle may reach
extremes of heat or cold, according to season. This can cause serious injuries and illness
or fatalities, especially for small children.
•Never leave children or people requiring assistance alone in the vehicle. They could use
the vehicle key or central locking button to lock the vehicle and thereby trap themselves
inside.
WARNING
Before opening the tailgate, please check that there is enough space to open and close the
tailgate, e.g. when in a garage.
NOTICE
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Fig. 54 Location and deployment zone of the driver front airbag
Fig. 55 Location and deployment zone of the front passenger front airbag
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
In conjunction with the seat belts, the front airbag system gives the front occupants additional
protection for the head and chest in the event of a severe frontal collision. Always keep as far away
from the front airbag as possible ⇒ Adjusting the seat position. This allows the front airbags to
inflate fully when triggered, thus providing maximum protection.
The front airbag for the driver is located in the steering wheel ⇒ Fig. 54 and the front airbag for the
front passenger is located in the dash panel ⇒ Fig. 55. The airbag locations are identified by the
text AIRBAG.
The areas inside the red lines ⇒ Fig. 54 and ⇒ Fig. 55 are covered by the front airbags when
triggered (deployment zone). For this reason, you must never leave or attach any objects in these
areas ⇒. Any factory-fitted accessories will not be struck if the driver and front passenger front
airbags are deployed.
The airbag covers fold out of the steering wheel ⇒ Fig. 54 or dash panel ⇒ Fig. 55 when the driver
and front passenger front airbags trigger. The airbag covers remain connected to the steering
wheel or the dash panel.
Switching the front passenger front airbag on and off manually using
the key-operated switch
Once triggered, the airbag inflates at high speed.
•Always leave the deployment zones of the front airbags clear.
•Never attach any objects, such as drink or telephone holders, to the covers of the airbags
or anywhere in the airbag deployment zone.
•Vehicle occupants sitting on the front seats must never carry any people, pets or objects in
the deployment zone between themselves and the airbags.
•Do not attach any objects, e.g. mobile navigation devices, to the windscreen above the
front airbag on the front passenger side.
•Do not cover or stick anything on the steering wheel hub or the soft plastic surface of the
airbag unit in the dash panel on the front passenger side, and do not modify them in any
way.
DANGER
The front airbags are deployed in front of the steering wheel ⇒ Fig. 54 and dash panel
⇒ Fig. 55.
•When driving, always hold the steering wheel with both hands on the outside of the ring at
the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions.
•Adjust the driver seat so that there is at least 25 cm between your breastbone and the hub
of the steering wheel. Contact a qualified workshop if your physical build makes this
impracticable.
•Adjust the front passenger seat so that the distance between the passenger and the dash
panel is as large as possible.
WARNING
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Driving in the correct gear can reduce fuel consumption.
The display on the gear-change indicator will disappear when the clutch pedal is depressed.
In some vehicles the gear recommendation may be displayed on the screen of the portable
navigation device (delivered by Volkswagen) ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of
parts.
Braking, stopping and parking
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Warning and indicator lamps
⇒ Handbrake
⇒ Parking
⇒ Information on the brakes
⇒ Brake assist systems
⇒ Brake fluid
The brake assist systems are the electronic brake pressure distribution system (EBV), anti-lock
brake system (ABS), the brake assist system (BAS), the electronic differential lock (EDS), traction
control (TC), the traction control system (TCS) and the electronic stabilisation programme (ESC).
Additional information and warnings:
•Pull-away assist systems ⇒ Pull-away assist systems
•Wheels and tyres ⇒ Wheels and tyres
•Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs
and renewal of parts
The gear-change indicator is only designed to assist the driver and cannot replace the driver's
own judgement.
•The driver has full responsibility for selecting the correct gear in all situations, e.g. when
overtaking or when driving up and down hills.
CAUTION
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Points 1 to 3 must be fulfilled at the same time:
Manual gearboxAutomated manual gearbox
In order to start moving, remove your foot
from the brake pedal, then release the clutch
pedal (clutch engages) and press the
accelerator simultaneously. The brake will
gradually be released as the clutch is
engaged.
To start moving, remove your foot from the
brake pedal and press the accelerator
immediately. The brake will gradually be
released as the vehicle pulls away.
The Hill Hold Assist function will be deactivated immediately:
•As soon as one of the conditions indicated on ⇒ The Hill Hold Assist function is automatically
activated if the following conditions are met is not fulfilled.
•If the engine is not running smoothly or there is an engine fault.
•If the engine is switched off or has stalled.
•Vehicles with automated manual gearbox: if the selector lever in is the neutral position N.
ParkPilot
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Operating ParkPilot
⇒ Acoustic and optical ParkPilot signals at the rear of the vehicle
The ParkPilot assists the driver when manoeuvring and parking.
The ultrasound sensors in the rear bumper transmit and receive ultrasonic waves. The system uses
the time difference between the ultrasonic waves (i.e. between the transmission and reflection from
obstacles and the point of reception) to continuously calculate the distance between the bumper
and the obstacle.
Additional information and warnings:
•Exterior views ⇒ Exterior views
•Braking, stopping and parking ⇒ Braking, stopping and parking
•Cleaning and caring for the vehicle exterior ⇒ Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior
•Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs
and renewal of parts
•Portable navigation device (delivered by Volkswagen) ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs and
renewal of parts
•Radio ⇒BookletRadio,