Problems and solutions
and
Engine coolant
The red central warning light comes on.
In addition, a message appears on the instrument
panel display.
Or: the control lamp flashes red.
The engine coolant level is not correct or there is
a fault in the coolant system.
Do not continue the march!
1. Stop the vehicle, turn off the engine, and allow it
to cool.
Fig. 23 On the instrument panel above the steering
wheel: examples of indications in the Head-up-Display.
2. Check the engine coolant level ÿ p. 341.
The Head-up-Display projects certain information
displays or warnings from the assistance
systems or the infotainment system into the
3. If the warning lamp does not go out even though
the coolant level is correct, go to a suitably
qualified specialized workshop. Volkswagen
recommends a Volkswagen dealer.
driver's field of vision.
Switching the Head-up-Display on and off
1. To switch the Head-up-Display (HUD) on and off,
press the controller ÿ fig. 22.
Head-up-Display (HUD)
height adjustment
To adapt the viewing angle, adjust the height of the
Head-up-Display as follows:
1. Sit optimally on the seat.
2. Set the desired height of the Head-up-Display
with the adjuster ÿ fig. 22.
Settings in the infotainment system
Further settings for the Head-up-Display can be
made in the infotainment system in the vehicle
settings menu.
The following settings can be made:
Fig. 22 Next to the steering wheel: Head-up-Display
In the Display submenu :
controller (arrow).
— Adjustment of the luminous intensity and the color
combination of the indications of the Head-up-
Display. The intensity is automatically reduced as
the ambient light decreases. The basic intensity is
set together with the illumination of the instruments
and controls ÿ p. 124.
In the Contents submenu :
— Selection of the displays to be shown on the
Head-up-Display, e.g. For example, information
from driver assistance systems, the traffic sign
detection system or the navigation system. Some
indications cannot be hidden, e.g. For example,
warnings.
32
Driver Information
In the infotainment system, in the vehicle settings menu, an
current date (eg, an urban journey). The trip data is calculated
as an average value over sections of different lengths. Therefore,
the actual displayed value may vary from the actual mean value.
alternative color combination can be selected for the Head-up-
Display for bad weather conditions, e.g. e.g. if it snows
Switch from one indication to another
WARNING
Vehicles without multifunction steering wheel:
1. Press the rocker
glass cleaner.
of the lever
The Head-up-Display could slip out of the guide if it is
subjected to a lot of pressure, e.g. e.g. when cleaning it.
Vehicles with multifunction steering wheel: from
· Never apply excessive pressure when cleaning the Head-up-
Display.
either
1. Press the key
the multifunction steering wheel.
change memory
WARNING
Vehicles without multifunction steering wheel:
To prevent scratches on the protective glass, never place
objects into the outlet of the Head-up-Display.
1. Press the key
crystals.
of the wiper lever
Vehicles with multifunction steering wheel:
WARNING
1. Press the key
of the multifunction steering wheel.
Clean the Head-up-Display only with mild cleaning agents
and a clean, soft cloth.
memory from output
If driving is interrupted for more than 2 hours, the memory is
erased.
WARNING
If the Head-up-Display becomes hot due to strong sunlight, the
system may switch off automatically. The Head-up-Display
switches back on as soon as it has cooled down sufficiently.
Memory Since refueling
Display and storage of trip data and consumption values
collected. When refueling, the memory is cleared.
The use of sunglasses with polarization filters may
prevent the indications from being clearly seen.
Memory Total calculation
This memory collects trip data up to a maximum of 19 hours and
59 minutes or 99 hours and 59 minutes, or up to a maximum of
The unfavorable incidence of solar radiation can cause
1999.9 km (miles) or 9999.9 km (miles). When one of these
reflections.
maximum values is exceeded, the memory is cleared. The
maximum values vary depending on the version of the instrument
For optimal viewing of the screen, adjust the seat and
panel.
the height of the Head-up-Display accordingly.
Clear trip data memories Select the memory you
Some settings can be saved to user accounts in the
personalization function.
want to clear.
and can therefore be changed automatically when changing
user accounts ÿ p. 40.
Vehicles without multifunction steering wheel:
1. Press the key
crystals.
of the wiper lever
Vehicles with multifunction steering wheel:
Trip data indicator
(multifunction indicator)
1. Press the key
of the multifunction steering wheel.
Select directions
In the infotainment system, in the vehicle settings menu, it is
The trip data indicator (multifunction indicator) shows the trip
possible to set which trip data should be displayed ÿ p. 41.
data and values of con
sumo.
Indication Average consumption
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, various trip data can be
displayed. The displayed trip data depends on the current driving
behaviour, the vehicle condition (e.g. particulate filter regeneration)
and the sea situation
The average fuel consumption is displayed after driving approx.
300 meters (984 feet).
5 N M 0 1 2 7 6 0 A J
33
Trip data indicator
2024 VW Tiguan Owner's Manual
