Switching on the ignition will deactivate the "safe"
1. Switch off the ignition.
security system of all the doors (although they will
continue to be locked) and the central locking button will
be activated.
2. Open the driver's door and close it again.
3. Lock the vehicle.
Automatic deactivation of senso surfaces
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Problems and solutions
The sensor surfaces are deactivated in the
following cases:
Note and , at the beginning of this ca
chapter, on page 80.
— If the vehicle is not unlocked or locked during
a long period of time.
— If any of the sensor surfaces are activated unusually
often.
Control indicator stays on The red light-
emitting diode (LED) in the driver's door flashes at
short intervals and then stays on.
To reactivate the sensing surfaces:
1. Unlock the vehicle with the vehicle key key.
There is a fault in the locking system.
1. Go to a duly qualified specialized workshop.
Volkswagen recommends a Volkswagen dealer.
WARNING
The sensor surfaces of the door handles could be
activated by a high pressure jet of water or steam if
there is a valid vehicle key in the vicinity. If at least one
of the windows is open and the sensor surfaces of one
of the handles are permanently activated, all windows
are closed ÿ p. 78.
Turn signals don't flash
If, when the vehicle is locked, the direction indicators do
not flash, they flash as confirmation:
— At least one door, the tailgate or the
front hood are not closed.
The vehicle is locked automatically If one
If the 12-volt battery is low or discharged, or
the button cell battery in the vehicle key is near
or dead, it may not be possible to unlock or lock the
vehicle with the "Keyless Access" system. . The vehicle
can be unlocked and locked manually ÿ p. 80.
of the following conditions is met, the vehicle is
automatically locked again after approx. 45 seconds:
— The vehicle has been unlocked, but has not been
open.
— The ignition has not been switched on.
If there is no valid vehicle key inside the
vehicle or it is not detected by the system, a
— The tailgate has not been opened.
warning will appear on the instrument cluster display.
This could happen if another radio frequency signal
interferes with the signal from the key or if the key is
What happens when you lock the vehicle with a
second key
On vehicles with the "Keyless Access" starting and
locking system: The key in the vehicle is locked for
starting the engine as soon as the vehicle is locked from
the outside with a second key. However, an emergency
start is possible ÿ p. 155.
covered by something, e.g. eg, a metal suitcase ÿ p. 151.
Anti-theft alarm
1. To enable the key that is inside the vehicle
As for normal engine start, press the key of the
same ÿ p. 153.
Depending on the equipment, the vehicle may have
an anti-theft alarm.
The anti-theft alarm monitors the doors, the bonnet and
the tailgate.
Locking the vehicle after an airbag has been
deployed When an airbag is deployed due to an
accident, the vehicle is fully unlocked. Depending on
the extent of the damage, the vehicle can be re-locked
after the accident as described below:
The anti-theft alarm is automatically activated when
the vehicle is locked.
If the vehicle is not opened with a valid key, the alarm
is triggered and emits acoustic and luminous signals for
approx. 5 minutes maximum.
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In which cases does the burglar alarm go off?
Interior monitoring and anti-
tow system
— If a mechanical unlocked door is opened
mind with the vehicle key.
— If the front hood is opened.
— If the tailgate is opened.
— If the ignition is turned on with a vehicle key
invalid ass.
— If the 12 volt battery is disconnected.
— If there is movement inside the vehicle (in vehicles with
interior monitoring ÿ page 86).
— If the vehicle is raised or towed (for vehicles with an anti-tow
system ÿ page 86).
Fig. 68 In the overhead console: interior monitoring
sensors (arrows).
— If the vehicle is transported on a ferry or by rail (for vehicles
with anti-tow system or interior monitoring ÿ page 86).
In some markets and depending on the equipment, the vehicle may
have cabin monitoring and an anti-tow system.
Disconnect alarm
1. Unlock the vehicle with the unlock key on the vehicle key.
If movements are detected in the passenger compartment while
the vehicle locked, the interior monitor triggers the alarm ÿ fig.
68.
Or: Switch on the ignition with a valid vehicle key.
If the vehicle is detected to be lifted, the anti-tow system triggers
the alarm.
The alarm may go off briefly, for approx. 1 second.
Switch on interior monitoring and anti-tow system
2. On vehicles with the "Keyless Access" locking and starting
system: Grasp the door handle ÿ p. 78.
Close the overhead console storage compartments for the
sensors to work.
If the 12 volt battery is low or discharged, the burglar
1. Close the windows, the glass roof, the doors and the
alarm will not function properly.
tailgate.
2. Press the lock key once.
If the 12 volt battery is disconnected, the alarm may be
The interior monitor and the anti-tow system are switched on.
triggered.
If the connection to a trailer included in the anti-theft alarm
Depending on the equipment, the use of a separation net may
is broken, the anti-theft alarm may be triggered ÿ p. 293.
impair the function of the interior monitoring.
Temporarily switch off interior monitoring and anti-tow system
Depending on the equipment, the interior monitor and the anti-
tow system can be temporarily deactivated in the vehicle settings
menu of the infotainment system:
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. Deactivate the interior monitor and the anti-tow system in the
Vehicle settings menu of the infotainment system.
3. Close all doors and the tailgate
ro.
4. Lock the vehicle with the key.
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Opening and closing
The interior monitor and the anti-tow system remain
deactivated until the next time the vehicle is locked.
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In the following situations it is recommended to
deactivate the passenger compartment monitoring
and the anti-tow system:
The tailgate is unlocked and locked together with
the doors.
— When people or animals remain inside the
vehicle.
On vehicles with the "Keyless Access" keyless entry
and start system, the tailgate unlocks automatically
when opened ÿ p. 78.
— When the vehicle has to be loaded onto another
means of transport.
If individual door opening or opening of one side of
the vehicle is activated in the opening and closing
settings of the infotainment system, the button on
the vehicle key must be pressed twice to unlock the
tailgate.
— When transporting the vehicle.
— When the vehicle has to be towed with a
suspended axle.
— When the vehicle is to be parked in a two-
storey garage space.
On vehicles with the "Keyless Access" system, the
sensor surface on the inside of the driver's or front
passenger's door handle must be actuated twice .
— When the vehicle has to be left in a car wash.
Risk of false alarms from interior monitoring
WARNING
The interior monitor will only work correctly if the
vehicle is completely closed.
Observe the legal provisions. A false alarm may
occur in the following situations:
Unlocking, opening or closing the tailgate
improperly or without paying due attention can
cause accidents and serious injuries.
· Open or close the tailgate only when there is no
one in the area of its travel.
— If any window or the glass roof is partially or
completely open.
— If light objects are left in the vehicle, e.g. eg,
loose or hanging papers in the interior mirror.
· After closing the tailgate, make sure that it has
been closed correctly. The tailgate should be
flush with the adjoining parts of the bodywork.
— If the vibrate function of a mobile phone that has
been left inside the vehicle is activated.
· Always keep the tailgate closed while driving.
It is not possible to permanently deactivate
the interior monitor and the anti-tow system.
· Never open the tailgate with cargo, such as
bicycles, attached to it. The gate could close
on its own due to the additional weight. If
necessary, secure the tailgate or remove the
load beforehand.
If, when activating the anti-theft alarm, a
door or the boot lid is still open, only the
alarm will be activated. The anti-tow system will
only activate once all the doors and the tailgate
have been closed.
· Close and lock the tailgate and all doors when
the vehicle is not in use. When doing so, make
sure that no one remains in the vehicle.
Depending on the equipment, when the
interior monitor and anti-tow system are
switched off, the "safe" security system is also
deactivated ÿ p. 84.
· Always keep a close eye on children when they
play in or next to the vehicle, especially if the
tailgate is open. Children could get into the
trunk, close the tailgate and be locked in.
Depending on the season of the year, a closed
vehicle can reach very high or very low
temperatures that can cause very serious
injuries and illnesses or even death, especially
to small children.
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