Volkswagen CC (2015 year). Instruction — part 18

Flashes

Display
text

Possible cause or
meaning

⇒

Proper response

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There is a system
malfunction if the
indicator light
flashes for about
65 seconds and
then stays on con-
tinuously.

If the tire pressure is
correct but the indicator
light stays on or keeps
flashing after you
switch the ignition off
and on again, have an
authorized Volkswagen
dealer or an authorized
Volkswagen Service
Facility check the sys-
tem.

When the ignition is switched on, several warning and indicator lights
come on briefly for a function check. They go out after a few seconds.

WARNING

Incorrect tire pressures and/or underinflation can cause sudden
tire failure, loss of control, collision, serious personal injury, or
even death.

When the warning symbol appears in the instrument clus-

ter, stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and inspect
all tires.

Incorrect tire pressure and/or underinflation can cause in-

creased tire wear and can affect the handling of the vehicle and
its stopping ability.

Incorrect tire pressure and/or underinflation can also lead to

sudden tire failure, including a blowout and sudden deflation,
causing loss of vehicle control.

The driver is responsible for the correct tire pressures for all

tires on the vehicle. The recommended tire pressure values are
listed on a sticker inside the driver's door

⇒ Tire inflation pres-

sure.

The TPMS can only work correctly when all tires on the vehi-

cle are filled to the correct cold tire inflation pressure. Always
maintain the correct cold tire inflation pressure so that TPMS
can do its job.

Using incorrect tire pressure values can cause accidents or

other damage. Check the pressure in all 4 tires when the tires
are still cold. Never reduce air pressure in warm tires to match
cold tire inflation pressure.

Always inflate the tires to the correct specified cold tire pres-

sure values for the tires installed of the vehicle; see the tire in-
flation pressure label on the driver door jamb

⇒ Tire inflation

pressure.

Always inflate tires to the recommended and correct tire

pressure before driving off.

Driving with underinflated tires causes them to flex (bend)

more, letting them get too hot, which can result in tread separa-
tion, sudden tire failure, and loss of control.

Excessive speed and/or overloading can cause heat build-up,

sudden tire failure, and loss of control.

If the tire pressure is too low or too high, the tires will wear

prematurely and the vehicle will not handle well.

If the tire is not “flat” and you do not have to change the tire

or wheel immediately, drive at reduced speed to the nearest
service station to check the tire pressure and add air as re-
quired.

When replacing tires or wheel rims on vehicles equipped with

TPMS, always read and heed the information and all WARN-
INGS in the section

⇒ Tires and wheels.

WARNING

Failure to heed warning lights and instrument cluster text mes-
sages can cause the vehicle to break down in traffic and result
in a collision and serious personal injury.

Never ignore warning lights or text WARNINGS.
Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

NOTICE

Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in
vehicle damage.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Fig. 117 Display screen in the instrument cluster: Current tire pres-
sures in psi.

Please first read and note the introductory information and

heed the WARNINGS

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System uses a pressure sensor in each
wheel. Signals from the sensors are transmitted to the TPMS.
The TPMS checks the tire pressure of all 4 tires while you are driving
and warns if there is a loss of pressure while the vehicle is moving.
Pressure loss that is 25% or more of the benchmark value pro-
grammed into the system is signaled by the indicator light (telltale)
described above, by acoustic warnings, and by text messages in the
instrument cluster display.
If you mount tires of a different size than the factory installed tires, an
authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service
Facility can adjust the benchmark TPMS tire pressure to match the
new tires. Without this adjustment, TPMS may not work correctly or at
all.
The tire pressure recommended for the tires originally installed on the
vehicle is on a sticker on the driver door jamb

⇒ Tire inflation pres-

sure.

Display in the instrument cluster
The display in the instrument cluster shows the vehicle with the actual
and benchmark tire pressures of all 4 road wheels

⇒

fig. 117

Tire pressure display screen

⇒

fig. 117

Meaning

(1)

Tire pressure warning, left rear
tire.

(2)

Current tire pressure, front left
tire.

(3)

Benchmark pressure, front tires

(4)

Current tire pressure, front right
tire.

(5)

No data received, right rear tire.

(6)

Benchmark pressure, rear tires

If the tire pressure is too low, the relevant tires and the respective
readings are highlighted in yellow.
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked month-
ly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by
the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pres-
sure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size
indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you
should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire
pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-
inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates,
you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate
them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly underinflated
tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-
inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect
the vehicle's handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte-
nance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pres-
sure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumi-
nation of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indi-
cator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The
TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure
telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash
for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminat-
ed. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as
long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be
able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunc-
tions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of
replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent
the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS mal-
function telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your
vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels
allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.

Spare wheel or compact spare wheel
The spare wheel or compact spare wheel has no tire pressure sen-
sor. When the spare or compact spare wheel is mounted on the vehi-
cle, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) indicator light will
flash in the instrument cluster display. The TPMS continues to moni-
tor the other 3 wheels.

Tire storage
If the tires do not move for an extended period of time, the sensors
will not transmit tire pressures to the system. This saves sensor bat-
tery life. When the ignition is switched on, the sensors transmit sig-
nals to the Tire Pressure Monitoring System.

WARNING

Incorrect tire pressure can cause sudden tire failure, loss of
vehicle control and serious personal injury.

Always check and correct air pressure in all 4 tires, particu-

larly after changing, exchanging, or repairing tires.

After that, always make sure that all 4 tires are inflated to the

correct tire pressure for the tires installed on the vehicle.

See the tire pressure label

⇒ Tire inflation pressure and the

Owner's Literature for recommended cold tire inflation pressure
and other important information.

When replacing tires or wheel rims on vehicles equipped with

TPMS, always read and heed all of the information and WARN-
INGS

⇒ Tires and wheels.

NOTICE

The wheel electronics are attached to special aluminum valves

on the wheels. These valves are screwed on rigidly. Never bend
the valves “into position” when checking and adjusting tire
pressure.

Missing tire air valve caps could result in damage to the

valves, as well as to the sensors on the Tire Pressure Monitoring
System. Therefore, make sure your valve caps conform to the
specifications of those originally installed on the vehicle and
that they are always tightly and properly screwed on to the
valves. Do not use metallic valve caps.

Do not use “comfort valve caps”, as these do not seal proper-

ly and could therefore cause damage to the sensors.

When changing or rotating the tires, be careful not to damage

the valves or sensors.

The aluminum valves that are installed should be replaced

after about 6 years of use because of aging in the rubber seals.
The valves can be replaced when a tire is changed. Do not reuse
aluminum valves after they are removed. They must be replaced.
The tire pressure sensor can be reused.

Storage areas

Introduction

In this section you’ll find information about:
Storage compartment in the doors
Storage compartment on the driver side
Eyeglass storage compartment in the overhead console
Storage compartment in the front center console
Storage compartment in the front center armrest
Glove compartment
Storage compartment in the rear center armrest
Other storage compartments

Store only lightweight or small objects in storage compartments.
Depending on options, there may be a factory-installed AUX-IN jack
in the storage compartment in the front center armrest or a Media
Device Interface (MDI)/(MEDIA-IN) in the glove compartment.

More information:

Passenger compartment
Power locking and closing system
Driver assistance systems
Interior care and cleaning

⇒ Booklet Radio or ⇒ Booklet Navigation system

WARNING

Loose objects can be thrown around the inside of the vehicle
when the vehicle is moving, especially during sudden maneu-
vers and hard braking. This can cause serious personal injuries
and even make the driver lose control of the vehicle.

Never let animals ride in the vehicle's open storage com-

partments, on top of the instrument panel, or on the shelf be-
hind the rear seat backrests.

Never put hard, heavy or sharp objects in these places or in

articles of clothing or bags in the passenger compartment.

Always keep storage compartments closed while driving.

WARNING

Objects in the driver footwell can prevent the pedals from mov-
ing freely. This can cause loss of vehicle control and increase
the risk of serious personal injuries.

Always make sure that nothing can interfere with the pedals.
Always fasten floor mats securely to the floor.
Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on top of al-

ready installed floor mats.

Always make sure that nothing can fall into the driver

footwell while the vehicle is moving.

WARNING

Some kinds of cigarette lighters can be lit unintentionally, or
crushed causing a fire that can result in serious burns and ve-
hicle damage.

Always make sure that there are no lighters in the seat tracks

or near other moving parts before adjusting the seats.

Before closing a storage compartment, always make sure

that no cigarette lighter can be activated, crushed, or otherwise
damaged.

Never leave a cigarette lighter in a storage compartment, on

the instrument panel, or in other places in the vehicle. Heat
buildup in the passenger and luggage compartment of a parked
vehicle can result in temperatures in the vehicle that are much
higher than the outside temperatures, particularly in summer.
High temperatures could cause the cigarette lighter to catch
fire.

NOTICE

The defroster heating wires or antenna in the rear window can

be damaged by hard or sharp things on the shelf below the rear
window.

Do not keep any food, medicine, or other items sensitive to

heat or cold in the vehicle. They can be damaged or made unus-
able by heat or cold.

Things that are made of transparent materials (such as eye-

glasses, magnifying glasses, or transparent suction cups on the
windows) can magnify sunlight and damage the vehicle.

The ventilation slots between the rear window and the shelf be-

hind the rear seat backrest must not be blocked so that stale air can
escape from the vehicle.

Storage compartment in the doors

Fig. 118 In the driver door: Storage compartment.

Please first read and note the introductory information and

heed the WARNINGS

There is a storage compartment in the driver and front passenger
doors

⇒

fig. 118

(1)

.

Storage compartment on the driver side

Fig. 119 On the driver side: Storage compartment.

Please first read and note the introductory information and

heed the WARNINGS

To open the compartment, pull the handle in the direction of the arrow

⇒

fig. 119

.

To close, push the lid up until it latches.
Coin holders may be in this storage compartment

(1)

.

Eyeglass storage compartment in the overhead console

Fig. 120 In the overhead console: Storage compartment.

Please first read and note the introductory information and

heed the WARNINGS

Your vehicle may have a storage compartment that can be used for
storing eyeglasses or other light objects.
To open, briefly press and release the button ⇒

fig. 120

(arrow) on the

storage compartment cover.
To close, push the lid up until it latches.

Storage compartment in the front center console

Fig. 121 In the front center console: Storage compartment.

Please first read and note the introductory information and

heed the WARNINGS

If the compartment has a cover, open by pressing the cover in the
direction of the arrow

⇒

fig. 121

.

To close, press the lid down completely.

The front center console storage compartment may have a

12 Volt socket

⇒ Power outlets.

Storage compartment in the front center armrest

Fig. 122 In the front center armrest: Storage compartment.

Fig. 123 In the center armrest: Location of the AUX-IN jack.

Please first read and note the introductory information and

heed the WARNINGS

To open, lift up the center armrest as far as it will go in the direction of
the arrow

⇒

fig. 122

.

To close, put the center armrest down.
There may be an AUX-IN jack in the center armrest storage com-
partment

⇒

fig. 123

,

⇒ Booklet Radio, or ⇒ Booklet Navigation system.

WARNING

The center armrest can restrict the driver's arm movement and
cause crashes and serious personal injury.

Always keep storage compartments in the center armrest

closed while driving.

WARNING

Never let a passenger, especially a child, ride on the center
armrest.

A telephone cradle for the mobile phone package may be in-

stalled in the upper section of the storage compartment
⇒ Booklet Mobile Phone Package.

Glove compartment

Fig. 124 On the passenger side: Glove compartment.

Fig. 125 Inside the glove compartment.

Please first read and note the introductory information and

heed the WARNINGS

Key to

⇒

fig. 125

:

(1)

Air vent

(2)

Strap indicating the location of the storage compartment handle

(3)

MDI (MEDIA-IN) jack in the pull-down storage compartment

Opening and closing the glove compartment
If necessary, unlock the glove compartment with the emergency key
⇒ Vehicle key set. It is locked when the key slot is vertical.
To open, pull the handle ⇒

fig. 124

.

To close, push the lid up.

Opening and closing the storage compartment for the Owner's
Manual or MDI (MEDIA-IN) jack
Depending on equipment, the storage compartment at the top of the
glove compartment is designed to hold either the Owner's Manual or
the MDI (MEDIA-IN) jack.
The Owner's Manual compartment or MDI (MEDIA-IN) jack is located
in a storage compartment at the top, which can be pulled down to
open

⇒

fig. 125

(3)

.

The strap

(2)

indicates the handle for opening the storage compart-

ment.
If the vehicle is not equipped with the MDI (MEDIA-IN) jack, always
keep the Owner's Manual in this storage compartment. To stow the
Owner's Manual, place it in the slot with the binding facing the inside
of the glove compartment door.

Holders
Depending on the model, there may be holders for a pen and a note-
pad in the glove compartment.

Cooling the glove compartment
There is an air vent

(1)

in the back of the glove compartment. Cool air

can be directed into the glove compartment if the air conditioner is on.
Open or close the air vent by turning it.

WARNING

An open glove compartment door can increase the risk of seri-
ous injury during sudden braking or driving maneuvers or in a
crash.

Always keep the glove compartment closed while the vehicle

is moving.

NOTICE

In some vehicle models, design considerations have made it
necessary to have openings in the glove compartment behind
the Owner's Manual slot, for example. Small items may fall
through these openings and get behind the instrument panel.
This can cause unusual noises and damage the vehicle. Never
put any small objects in the glove compartment for this reason.

Storage compartment in the rear center armrest

Fig. 126 Storage compartment in the rear center armrest.

Please first read and note the introductory information and

heed the WARNINGS

There may be a storage compartment in the rear center armrest or in
the rear bench behind the center armrest.
If the center armrest is folded down, no one can sit on the middle seat
of the rear bench.