Volkswagen e-Golf (2015 year). Instruction — part 19

If you continue to drive the vehicle closer to the obstacle despite a continuous signal chime, the sys-
tem will no longer be able to measure the distance.

The intermittent signal chime volume decreases after a few seconds if the distance remains the same.
The volume remains constant if the signal chime is continuous. As soon as the vehicle moves away
from an obstacle again, the intermittent signal chime switches off automatically. If the vehicle moves
towards an obstruction again, the intermittent signal chimes beep automatically.

Display

The graphic on the screen displays the scanned areas in several segments. The closer the vehicle
drives towards an obstacle, the closer the segment will move to the vehicle in the display. The collision
area has been reached at the latest when the second to last segment is displayed. Do not keep
driving!

Vehicles with PDC at the front and rear

Area of the vehicle

Distance of

the vehicle

from an ob-

stacle

Signal

tone

Segment color

if an obstacle

has been de-

tected

color display

only)

(A)

Rear

center

Obstacle

not in

the ve-

hicle’s

path

about 12 –

63 in.

(31 – 160 cm)

–

Grey

Rear
side

about 12 –

23 in.

(31 – 60 cm)

(B)

Front

center

about 12 –

47 in.

(31 – 120 cm)

Front
side

about 12 –

23 in.

(31 – 60 cm)

(A)

Rear

center

Obstacle

in the

vehicle’s

path

about 12 –

63 in.

(31 – 160 cm)

Intermittent

tone

Yellow

Rear
side

about 12 –

23 in.

(31 – 60 cm)

Vehicles with PDC at the front and rear

Area of the vehicle

Distance of

the vehicle

from an ob-

stacle

Signal

tone

Segment color

if an obstacle

has been de-

tected

color display

only)

(B)

Front

center

about 12 –

47 in.

(31 – 120 cm)

Front
side

about 12 –

23 in.

(31 – 60 cm)

(A)

,

(B)

Obstacle outside of
the collision area

about 0 – 12 in.

(0 – 30 cm)

Intermittent

tone

Red

(A)

,

(B)

Obstacle in the
collision area

about 0 – 12 in.

(0 – 30 cm)

Constant

tone

Red

WARNING

Do not allow the images shown on the screen to distract you from the traffic around you.

NOTICE

Failure to observe the illuminated text messages can lead to the vehicle being damaged.

It can take a few seconds before the area scanned by the sensors is displayed on the screen of

the factory-installed Infotainment system.

PDC menu

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

PDC settings in the Infotainment system menu

Switch on the ignition.

If necessary, switch on the Infotainment system.

Press the

button.

Tap the

function key.

Tap the Parking aids function key.

Select the required settings in the ParkPilot menu.

Function button: action

Automatic activation: If the box in the function key is checked , the

mini PDC switches on automatically when the vehicle slowly approaches
an obstacle to the front. Tap Automatic activation again to switch off this
feature. After deactivation, the PDC will not switch on automatically when
the vehicle approaches an obstacle to the front.

Front volume: Set different volumes for the front signal chimes by tapping

the - or + function keys or by adjusting the control.

Front pitch: Set different pitches for the front signal chimes by tapping the
- or + function keys or by adjusting the control.

Rear volume: Set different volumes for the rear signal chimes by tapping

the - or + function keys or by adjusting the control.

Rear pitch: Set different pitches for the rear signal chimes by tapping the -

or + function keys or by adjusting the control.

Audio lowering: Set the level to which the Infotainment system volume

should be lowered when the PDC is active.

Off: The Infotainment system volume is not lowered.

Low: The Infotainment system volume is lowered slightly.

Medium: The Infotainment system volume is lowered to medium.

Strong: The Infotainment system volume is lowered to a minimum.

Muting the Park Distance Control volume

You can mute the PDC beeping signals by tapping the

function key on the Infotainment system

screen (if applicable). Tap the function key again to turn the beeping signals back on.

Switching Park Distance Control back on after it was switched off reactivates the volume. System
malfunction warning signals cannot be switched off.

If you manually deactivate the display, PDC remains on and the sound is reactivated.

The mute setting is active if the PDC was switched on using the

button when the selector lever is

in Park (P).

Heating and air conditioning

Introduction

In this section you’ll find information about:

Manual controls

Climatronic controls

Operation via the Infotainment system

Operation

Air vents

Air recirculation

Manual air conditioning and Climatronic

Your vehicle is equipped with either a manual air conditioning climate control system or a
Climatronic climate control system.

On vehicles with Climatronic climate control, Climatronic information appears in the Climatronic display
and/or on the screen of the factory-installed Infotainment system.

The dust and pollen filter

The dust and pollen filter with an activated carbon insert reduces the entry of pollutants into the pas-
senger compartment.

The dust and pollen filter must be replaced at the intervals recommended in

⇒ Booklet

Warranty and

Maintenance so that the air conditioner can work properly.
If the effectiveness of the filter decreases prematurely due to operating the vehicle where the outside
air is heavily polluted, the dust and pollen filter should be replaced more frequently than indicated.

More information:

Exterior views
Passenger compartment
Volkswagen Information System
Infotainment system
Seat functions
Windshield wipers and washer
Starting and stopping the electric motor
Exterior care and cleaning

WARNING

Poor visibility increases the risk of collisions and other accidents that cause serious person-
al injuries.

Always make sure all windows are clear of ice, snow and condensation for good visibility

to the front, sides, and rear.

Always make sure you know how to properly use the climate control system as well as the

rear window defroster that you will need for good visibility.

Never use air recirculation for long periods of time. When the air conditioner is off and

recirculation mode is on, condensation can quickly form on the windows and greatly reduce
visibility.

Always switch off recirculation mode when it is not needed.

WARNING

Stale air causes driver fatigue and reduces driver alertness, which can cause accidents, colli-
sions and serious personal injury.

Never switch off the fan for a long period of time and never use air recirculation for a long

period of time because no fresh air will enter the passenger compartment.

NOTICE

If you think the air conditioner is not working properly or may be damaged, switch it off to

help prevent more damage. Have the air conditioner checked by an authorized Volkswagen
dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Air conditioner repair requires specialized knowledge and special tools. Volkswagen rec-

ommends that you see an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service
Facility.

Do not smoke when air recirculation is switched on. Smoke drawn into the ventilation sys-

tem can leave residue on the evaporator and on the dust and pollen active carbon filter, result-
ing in permanent odors whenever the air conditioner is switched on.

If the air conditioner is switched off, the fresh outside air will not be dehumidified. To help keep

the windows from fogging over, Volkswagen recommends leaving the air conditioner (compressor)
switched on. Press the

button. The indicator light in the button must light up.

When it is very hot and humid outside, water condensation can drip from the air conditioner

evaporator and form a puddle under the vehicle. This is normal and does not indicate a leak.

Keep the air intake slots in front of the windshield free of ice, snow, and leaves in order to main-

tain proper functioning of the heating and ventilation systems.

Manual controls

Fig. 149 In the center console: Manual air conditioning controls.

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

Press the corresponding button to switch a function on or off. If a function is switched on, an indicator
light under the button lights up. To switch off a function, press the button again.

Button/Knob More information: Manual air conditioning

⇒

fig. 149

Temperature

(1)

...

Turn knob to set the desired temperature. The

posi-

tion provides maximum cooling output. Recirculation mode
and the cooling system switch on automatically.

Fan

(2)

Setting 0: the fan and manual air conditioning are switched
off.
Setting 6: highest fan speed.

Air distribu-

tion

(3)

Direct airflow by turning knob to any setting (continuously
adjustable).

Defog/defrost: Airflow is directed to the windshield. Recir-
culation mode switches off automatically in this position.
Increases the fan speed to clear the windshield as quickly
as possible. The cooling system switches on automatically
to dehumidify the air.

Air distribution to the upper instrument panel outlets.

Air distribution to the upper instrument panel outlets and
footwells.

Button/Knob More information: Manual air conditioning

⇒

fig. 149

Air distribution to the footwells.

Air distribution to the windshield and footwells.

Rear window defroster: Works only when the electric motor
is activated and switches off automatically after 10 minutes
or less.

Air recirculation mode

,

Buttons for seat heating

Press the button to switch the air conditioner on or off.

Press the

button. If the system is switched off, the indi-

cator light under the

button lights up.

WARNING

Stale air causes driver fatigue and reduces alertness, which can cause accidents, collisions,
and serious personal injury.

Never switch off the fan for a long time because no fresh air will enter the passenger com-

partment.

Climatronic controls

Fig. 150 In the center console: Climatronic controls.

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

Press the corresponding button to switch a function on or off. If a function is switched on, an indicator
light in or under the button lights up. To switch off a function, press the button again.

Button/Knob More information: Climatronic

⇒

fig. 150

.

Temperature

(1)

...

Left and right sides of the vehicle can be set to different
temperatures. Turn the knob to set the temperature.

Fan

(2)

The fan speed is automatically controlled depending on the
vehicle speed in order to help prevent unnecessary noise.
The fan can also be adjusted manually.

Air distribu-

tion

(3)

Air flow is automatically adjusted to a comfortable level. It
can also be manually adjusted with buttons

(3)

.

Displays

(4)

Left-side and right-side digital temperature displays.

Defog/defrost button. The incoming outside air is directed
to the windshield, and air recirculation automatically
switches off. To defrost the windshield as quickly as possi-
ble, humidity is removed from the air at temperatures
above about +35 °F (+1.5 °C), and the blower is set to a
high speed.

Air distribution to the upper instrument panel outlets.

Air distribution to the footwells.

Air is directed upward.

Rear window defroster: Works only when the electric motor
is activated and switches off automatically after 10 minutes
or less.

Manual and automatic air recirculation

,

Buttons for seat heating

Press the button to switch the air conditioner on or off.

Button/Knob More information: Climatronic

⇒

fig. 150

.

Press the button for maximum air conditioner cooling. The
air recirculation and cooling system are switched on auto-
matically and the air distribution is automatically set to posi-
tion .

Applies the temperature settings for the driver side to the
passenger side: If the indicator light in the

button lights

up, the temperature settings for the driver side also apply
to the passenger side.
Press the button or turn the temperature knob for the pas-
senger side to set a different temperature for the passen-
ger side. The indicator light in the button goes out.

Automatic temperature control, fan speed, and air distribu-
tion.
Press the

button to switch on the feature. The indica-

tor light in the button lights up.

Press the button to open the air conditioning settings in the
Infotainment system

Press the

button. If the system is switched off, the indi-

cator light in the

button lights up.

OR: Turn the blower switch to the left as far as it will go.
OR: Switch off using the Infotainment system

WARNING

Stale air causes driver fatigue and reduces alertness, which can cause accidents, collisions,
and serious personal injury.

Never switch off the fan for a long time because no fresh air will enter the passenger com-

partment.

Operation via the Infotainment system

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

For vehicles equipped with the Climatronic climate control system, various settings can also be adjust-
ed via the Infotainment system.

Opening the Air conditioning menu

Press the

⇒

fig. 150

button.

The current air conditioning settings are displayed in the upper section of the screen, for example, the
temperatures that are currently set for the driver and passenger sides. Set temperatures up to +72 °F
(+22 °C) are shown with blue arrows, while temperatures above +72 °F (+22 °C) are shown with red
arrows.

Tap the corresponding function key to switch a function on or off, or to select a submenu.

Function

key

Effect

Switch off the Climatronic.

Switch on the Climatronic.

Setup

Open the submenu for air conditioning settings. The following
settings can be made:

Set the blower output in AUTO mode. You can choose be-
tween light, medium, and strong.

Tap the Automatic air recirculation function key to switch au-
tomatic air recirculation on and off.

Tap the function key

to close the submenu.

Operation

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

The air conditioner works only when the ignition is switched on. The cooling system for the passenger
compartment works only when the electric motor is activated and the fan is on.

The air conditioner is most efficient when the windows and the power sunroof are closed. If the vehicle
is stationary and the passenger compartment becomes very hot due to sunlight, briefly opening the
windows and the power sunroof may speed up the cooling process.

Keep the air intake slots in front of the windshield free of ice, snow, and leaves so that the heating and
ventilation systems can work properly.

Settings for optimum visibility

When you switch on the cooling system, both the temperature and humidity in the vehicle are reduced.
This will help make passengers feel more comfortable and help keep the windows from fogging up.

For manual air conditioning

Switch off the air recirculation

⇒ Air recirculation.

Set the fan to the desired speed.

Turn the temperature knob to the center position.

Open and adjust all air vents in the instrument panel

⇒, Air vents.

Turn the air distribution knob to the desired setting.
Push the

button to turn on the air conditioner. The indicator light in the button lights up.

For Climatronic

Press the

button.

Set the temperature to +72 °F (+22 °C).

Open and adjust all air vents in the instrument panel

⇒ Air vents.

Climatronic: Changing the temperature units

The inside and outside temperatures can be displayed in either Fahrenheit (F) or Celsius (C).

Press and hold the

and

buttons to switch the Climatronic temperature display from Celsius to

Fahrenheit and vice versa.

On appropriately equipped vehicles, you can also change the units in the Infotainment system by
pressing the

button followed by the

and Units function keys

⇒ Menu and system settings

(SETUP).

Air conditioner does not work

The air conditioner may not switch on for one of the following reasons:

The electric motor is not activated.
The fan is switched off.
The air conditioner fuse has blown.
The outside air temperature is colder than about +38 °F (+3 °C).
The air conditioner compressor has been temporarily switched off due to excessive electric motor

coolant temperature.

There is another malfunction in the vehicle. Have the air conditioner checked by an authorized

Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Special considerations

When it is very hot and humid outside, water condensation can drip from the air conditioner evapora-
tor and form a puddle under the vehicle. This is normal and does not indicate a leak.

The climate control system adjusts the passenger compartment temperature as fast as possible

considering the outside temperature.

Due to residual moisture in the air conditioner, the windshield may fog up after the electric motor

is started. Switch on the windshield defroster to help evaporate the condensation as quickly as possi-
ble.

The air coming out of the vents flows through the passenger compartment and through the air

vents in the luggage compartment. Do not cover these slots with clothing or other things.

Air vents

Fig. 151 In the instrument panel: Air vents.

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

Air vents

To help ensure sufficient heating, cooling, and ventilation in the passenger compartment, never close

the air vents completely

⇒

fig. 151

(1)

.

To open and close the air vents, turn the respective thumbwheel (magnified view) in the desired

direction. When the thumbwheel is turned all the way toward position , the air vent is closed.

Use the lever on the vent grille to adjust the airflow direction.

Additional, non-adjustable air vents are located in the instrument panel

(2)

, in the footwells, as well as

in the rear area of the passenger compartment.

Some models also have an adjustable air vent inside the glove compartment

⇒ Glove compartment.

NOTICE

Do not place food, medications, or other temperature-sensitive things in front of the air vents.
Food, medications, and other things that are sensitive to heat or cold can be damaged or made
unusable by the air flow from the vents.

The air coming out of the vents flows through the passenger compartment and through the air

vents in the luggage compartment. Do not cover these slots with clothing or other things.

Air recirculation

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

General information

There are different types of air recirculation:

Manual air recirculation.

Automatic air recirculation mode (Climatronic only).

The air recirculation mode helps prevent outside air from entering the vehicle interior.

In very hot outside temperatures, temporarily switch to manual air recirculation in order to cool the
vehicle interior faster.

For safety reasons, air recirculation is switched off in the following situations

⇒

.

Manually: The

button is pushed (Climatronic) or the air distribution knob is turned to

(manual air conditioning).

Automatically: A sensor detects conditions that could cause the windows to fog up.

Switching manual air recirculation on and off

Switching on: Press the

button. The indicator light under the button lights up.

Switching off: Press the

button. The indicator light under the button goes out.

Switching the automatic air recirculation mode on and off: Climatronic

Press the

button.

Touch the

function key.

Switch automatic recirculation mode on or off by touching the Automatic air recirculation function

key.

If the box in the function key is checked , the automatic recirculation mode is switched on.

Features of automatic air recirculation mode

In automatic air recirculation mode, fresh air enters the passenger compartment. If the system detects
an increased concentration of pollutants in the outside air, it automatically switches to air recirculation.
As soon as the pollutant level is back in the normal range, air recirculation is switched off.

Unpleasant odors cannot be detected by the system.

To prevent condensation from forming on the windows, air recirculation does not automatically switch
on in certain situations.

WARNING

Stale air causes driver fatigue and reduces driver alertness, which can cause accidents, colli-
sions and serious personal injury.

Never use air recirculation mode over an extended period of time, since no fresh air will

enter the passenger compartment.

When the air conditioner is off and recirculation mode is on, condensation can quickly

form on the windows and greatly reduce visibility.

Always switch off recirculation mode when it is not needed.

NOTICE

Do not smoke when air recirculation is switched on. Smoke drawn into the ventilation system
can leave residue on the evaporator and on the dust and pollen active carbon filter, resulting in
permanent odors whenever the air conditioner is switched on.

Climatronic: When backing up and while the automatic wiper/washer is operating, air recircula-

tion is briefly activated to help keep exhaust fumes from getting into the passenger compartment.

Working in the electric motor compartment

Introduction

In this section you’ll find information about:

Display

Preparing to work in the electric motor compartment

Opening or closing the electric motor compartment

Always position the vehicle on a firm and level surface before doing any work in the electric motor
compartment.

The electric motor compartment of a vehicle is a hazardous area. Never do any work on the electric
motor or in the electric motor compartment unless you

know exactly how to carry out the job,
have the correct technical information and the proper tools and supplies, and

are familiar with the necessary safety precautions

⇒

.

If you are uncertain in any way, have the work done by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an author-
ized Volkswagen Service Facility. Serious personal injury may result from improperly performed work.

More information:

Exterior views
Windshield wipers and washer
Starting and stopping the electric motor
Brake fluid
Electric motor coolant
Vehicle battery
Exterior care and cleaning
Parts, accessories, repairs, and modifications

WARNING

Unintended vehicle movement during maintenance work can cause serious personal injuries.

Never work under the vehicle unless you have safely secured the vehicle from moving. If

you must work under the vehicle with the wheels on the ground, always make sure that the
vehicle is on level ground, that all 4 wheels are chocked to keep them from moving, and that
the key is not in the ignition.

If you must work under a vehicle raised on a floor jack, always make sure that the vehicle

is safely supported on safety stands intended for that purpose that are strong enough to
support the weight of the vehicle. The jack supplied with the vehicle is not strong enough for
this purpose and can collapse causing serious personal injury.

WARNING

The electric motor compartment of any motor vehicle is a potentially dangerous area and can
cause serious personal injury.

Always use extreme caution when doing any work in the electric motor compartment.

Always follow commonly accepted safety practices and use common sense. Never risk per-
sonal injury.

Never perform any work in the electric motor compartment unless you know exactly how

to carry out the job and have the correct technical information and the correct tools.

If you are uncertain about what to do, have the work performed by an authorized

Volkswagen dealer, an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility, or another qualified work-
shop. Serious personal injury may result from improperly performed work.

We strongly recommend that you always have HID – High Intensity Discharge (Xenon)

headlights and H7 bulbs replaced by a qualified technician. Serious personal injury may re-
sult from improperly performed work.

Never open or close the electric motor hood if steam or coolant is escaping. Hot steam or

coolant can cause serious burns. Always wait until you no longer see or hear steam or cool-
ant escaping from the electric motor.

Always let the electric motor cool down completely before carefully opening the hood.
Hot parts of the electric motor and the exhaust system will burn skin on contact.

When the electric motor has cooled down and you are ready to open the hood:

– Firmly apply the parking brake and shift the transmission into Park (P) (automatic) or
Neutral (manual only).

– Take the vehicle key out of the ignition.

– On vehicles with Keyless Access, make sure that the remote control vehicle key is out
of range of the vehicle and that the vehicle cannot be started by depressing the starter

button

⇒ Unlocking or locking the vehicle with Keyless Access.

– Always keep children and others away from the electric motor compartment and never
leave them unsupervised.

The electric motor coolant system is under pressure when the electric motor is hot. Never

unscrew the coolant expansion tank cap when the electric motor is hot. Hot coolant can
spray out and cause severe burns and other serious injuries.

– Turn the cap slowly and very carefully in a counterclockwise direction while applying
light downward pressure on the top of the cap.

– Always protect your face, hands, and arms from hot escaping coolant or steam by
covering the cap with a large, thick rag.

Never spill fluids on the electric motor or exhaust system when refilling. Spilling fluids

onto hot parts of the electric motor or exhaust system can cause a fire.