Name: Volkswagen EOS
Brand: Volkswagen
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Side view

Fig. 1 Vehicle side overview.

Key to fig. 1:

(1) Fuel filler flap

(2) CSC roof

(3) Outside door handle

(4) Outside mirror

– Additional turn signal light

– Background lighting

(5) Side marker light

(6) Lift points for the jack

Side View1
Front View2
Rear View3
Driver Door Overview4
Driver Side Overview5
Center Console Overview7
Upper Center Console7
Lower Center Console8
Front Passenger Side Overview9
Instrument Overview10
Instrument Cluster10
Introduction10
Displays11
Warning and Information Texts12
Odometer Displays12
Outside Temperature Display12
Compass Display (if Applicable)13
Selector Lever Positions13
Adjusting the Compass Zone14
Calibrating the Compass14
Service Reminder Display15
Viewing Service Message15
Resetting the Oil Change Service Reminder15
Resetting the Inspection Service Reminder15
Volkswagen Information System17
Vehicle Status18
Multi-Function Indicator (MFI)18
Menu Structure–Overview18
Using the Instrument Cluster Menus19
Accessing the Instrument Cluster Menus20
Selecting a Setting20
Returning to the Main Menu20
Main Menu20
MFI Menu (Multi-Function Indicator)21
Possible MFI Menu Displays21
Settings Menu22
Storing Speed for the Speed Warning22
Enabling and Disabling Displays22
Switching between the Displays22
Convenience Submenu23
Lights & Vision Submenu24
Driving Checklists and Warnings26
Getting Ready and Driving Safely26
Checklist26
Driving in Other Countries27
Driving through Water on Roads28
Technical Data29
Important Vehicle Labels29
Vehicle Identification Number30
Vehicle Identification Label30
Safety Compliance Certification Label30
Radiator Fan and High Voltage Warning Sticker30
Dimensions31
Engine Data31
Fuel Grade Sticker31
Tire Inflation Pressure Label31
Vehicle Key Set32
Remote Control Vehicle Key33
Panic Button33
Replacement Vehicle Keys33
Mechanical Key34
Indicator Light in the Remote Control Vehicle Key35
Replacing the Remote Control Vehicle Key Battery35
Replacing the Battery36
Synchronizing the Remote Control Vehicle Key36
Power Locking and Closing System37
Indicator Light in the Driver Door38
Description of the Power Locking System38
Automatic Locking (Auto Lock)39
Automatic Unlocking (Auto Unlock)39
Locking the Vehicle after Airbag Inflation39
Unlocking or Locking the Vehicle from the Outside39
Unlocking or Locking the Vehicle from the Inside40
Unlocking or Locking the Vehicle with Keyless Access41
General Information42
Unlocking and Opening Doors (Keyless Entry)42
Closing and Locking Doors (Keyless Exit)42
Unlocking and Locking the Luggage Compartment Lid42
Locking with a Second Vehicle Key43
Automatic Deactivation of Sensors43
Convenience Features43
Anti-Theft Alarm System44
When Is the Alarm Triggered?44
Deactivating the Alarm44
Doors45
Display45
Luggage Compartment Lid47
Opening the Luggage Compartment Lid48
Opening with the Volkswagen Emblem49
Unlocking with the Unlock Switch in the Driver Door49
Unlocking with the Vehicle Key49
Closing the Luggage Compartment Lid50
Locking the Luggage Compartment Lid50
Opening or Closing Power Windows51
Switches in the Driver Door52
Opening or Closing Windows52
Power Windows–Features52
Automatic Lowering of the Windows52
Power Window Pinch Protection53
Reactivating the One-Touch Feature53
Convenience Closing53
Closing the Window Without Pinch Protection54
CSC Roof55
Indicator Light57
Messages in the Instrument Cluster Display57
The CSC Roof Folds down into the Luggage Compartment When You Open the Roof (Put the Roof Down)59
General Information59
Opening and Closing the CSC Roof60
Interrupting CSC Roof Operation61
Wind Blocker62
Unfolding the Wind Blocker63
Installing the Wind Blocker63
Removing the Wind Blocker63
Folding the Wind Blocker Closed63
CSC Roof Troubleshooting64
Automatic Rollover Support System65
Power Sunroof67
Opening or Closing the Power Sunroof68
Sliding Headliner68
Opening the Wind Deflector69
Closing the Wind Deflector69
Power Sunroof–Convenience Closing Feature69
Pinch Protection for the Power Sunroof69
Closing the Power Sunroof Without Pinch Protection70
Resetting the Power Sunroof71
Number of Seats73
Adjusting the Seating Position73
Examples of Improper Seating Positions75
Proper Seating Position76
Applies to All Vehicle Occupants77
Driver–Seat and Steering Wheel Adjustment77
Passenger–Front Seat Adjustment77
Manual Controls on the Driver and Front Passenger Seats78
Electrical Easy Entry80
Adjusting the Height81
Moving the Seat Back81
Adjusting the Front Head Restraints81
Moving the Seat Forward81
Proper Head Restraint Adjustment82
Adjusting the Head Restraint for Short People82
Adjusting the Head Restraint for Tall People82
Removing and Reinstalling the Front Head Restraints82
Installing the Front Head Restraints83
Adjusting the Steering Wheel Position83
Adjusting the Front Center Armrest84
Center Armrest84
Seat Functions86
Seat Heating86
Special Seat Heating Features87
Safety Belts89
Warning Light91
Frontal Collisions and Laws of Physics92
What Happens to Passengers Not Wearing a Safety Belt93
Safety Belts Protect94
Using Safety Belts95
Twisted Safety Belt95
Lockable Safety Belt96
Fastening and Unfastening Safety Belts96
Fastening Safety Belts97
Unfastening Safety Belts97
Proper Safety Belt Positioning and Head Restraint Adjustment98
Proper Safety Belt Positioning for Expectant Mothers98
Adjusting Safety Belt Height99
Proper Safety Belt Position99
Safety Belt Extender100
Using a Safety Belt Extender101
Properly Using Safety Belt Extenders101
Safety Belt Retractor, Pretensioner, Load Limiter103
Service and Disposal of Belt Pretensioners103
Indicator Lights105
Turn Signal Lever and High Beam Switch107
Convenience Turn Signal (Lane Change Feature)107
Switching Lights on and off108
Lights and Vision Features109
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Parking Feature109
Static Cornering Lights109
Automatic Headlight Control110
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS)110
“Coming Home” and “Leaving Home” Feature (Orientation Lighting)110
Background Lighting in the Outside Mirrors111
Instrument Panel Lighting and Headlight Range Adjustment111
Interior and Reading Lights112
Instrument Panel Lighting112
Dynamic Headlight Range Adjustment112
Instrument Cluster Brightness112
Glove and Luggage Compartment Lights113
Background Lighting113
Sun Protection114
Sun Visors114
Vanity Mirror and Lighting114
Windshield Wipers and Washer116
Windshield Wiper Lever117
Windshield Wiper Functions118
Heated Washer Nozzles118
Headlight Washer System119
Windshield Wiper Service Position119
Lifting the Wiper Blades and Tilting Them Away from the Windshield119
Rain Sensor120
Possible Reasons for Changes in the Way the Rain Sensor Works121
Checking and Refilling Windshield Washer Fluid121
Recommended Cleaners122
Filling Capacity122
Mirrors123
Inside Mirror124
Manually Adjustable Inside Mirror125
Auto-Dimming Inside Mirror (if Applicable)125
Outside Mirrors126
Synchronous Mirror Adjustment126
Auto-Dimming Outside Mirror on the Driver Side126
Memory for Front Passenger Side Mirror (When Backing Up)126
Recalling Passenger Side Mirror Settings127
Driving Tips128
Stowing Luggage130
Raising the Luggage Compartment Cover131
Lowering the Luggage Compartment Cover132
Removing the Luggage Compartment Cover132
Driving with an Open Luggage Compartment Lid132
Driving a Loaded Vehicle133
Weights and Axle Weights134
Luggage Compartment136
Luggage Compartment Pass-Through138
Opening the Pass-Through138
Closing the Pass-Through138
Table of Contents140
Roof Rack140
Trailer Towing140
Tongue Weight140
Important Information about Roof Racks141
Trailer Towing142
Introduction142
In this Section You'll Find Information about142
- Engine Cooling System144
- Trailer Taillights144
- Maximum Power Consumption for the Trailer144
Technical Requirements144
Safety Chains145
Hitching up and Connecting a Trailer145
Loading the Trailer145
- Loading the Trailer146
- Maximum Permissible Trailer Weight and Tongue Weight146
- Combined Towing Weight146
- Tire Pressure146
- Special Towing Considerations147
- Starting off with a Trailer on Hills147
Driving with a Trailer147
Ball Mount148
Ball Mount Dimensions149
Retrofitting a Trailer Hitch150
Maximum Permissible Trailer Weight151
- Tires and Wheels152
- Tire and Wheel Handling154
- Tire Rotation Diagram154
- Avoiding Tire Damage154
- Unidirectional Tires154
- Wheel Rims155
- Rotating Tires155
- Tire Storage155
- Tires more than 6 Years Old155
- Tightening Torque156
- Wheel Rims with Bolted Rim Rings156
- Wheel Rims with Bolted Decorative Covers156
- New and Replacement Tires156
- Replacing Tires157
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Considerations157
- Tire Inflation Pressure158
- Checking Tire Inflation Pressure159
- Tire Inflation Pressure in Cold Tires160
- Tread Depth and Tread Wear Indicators161
- Tire Wear and Damage161
- Objects Embedded in the Tire162
- Tire Wear162
- Differences between the Road Tires and the Compact Spare163
- Stowing the Replaced Wheel163
- Removing the Compact Spare Wheel163
- Compact Spare Wheel163
- Tire Labeling165
- Load Rating Code167
- Speed Rating Code Letter167
- Winter Tires168
- Speed Restrictions168
- Snow Chains169
- Glossary of Tire and Loading Terminology170
- Tires and Vehicle Load Limits174
- Determining the Correct Load Limit175
- UTQG Classification175
- Treadwear176
- Traction176
- Temperature176
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)177
- Indicator Light (Telltale)179
- Spare Wheel or Compact Spare Wheel183
- Storage Areas184
- Storage Compartment in the Doors185
- Storage Compartment on the Driver Side186
- Storage Compartment in the Front Center Console186
- Storage Compartment in the Front Center Armrest187
- Glove Compartment188
- Opening and Closing the Glove Compartment188
- Owner's Manual Slot188
- Cooling the Glove Compartment188
- Other Storage Compartments189
- Storage Compartment in the Rear Center Console189
- Cup Holders191
- Cup Holders in the Front Center Console192
- Cup Holder between the Rear Seats192
- Power Outlets193
- 12 Volt Sockets in the Vehicle194
- Maximum Power Draw194
- Push-Starting and Tow-Starting196
- Starting and Stopping the Engine196
- Immobilizer Display196
- Vehicle Key Positions in the Ignition Switch198
- If You Use the Wrong Key198
- Starter Button199
- Switching the Ignition on and off200
- Emergency Start Feature200
- Emergency Shut-Off200
- Engine Restart Feature200
- Starting the Engine201
- Stopping the Engine202
- Electronic Immobilizer203
- Shifting204
- When the Ignition Is Switched on and the Transmission Is in Reverse (R)204
- Warning and Indicator Lights205
- Pedals206
- Automatic Shift Lock (ASL)208
- Shifting with Tiptronic209
- Using Tiptronic with the Selector Lever210
- Using Tiptronic with the Shift Paddles Behind the Steering Wheel210
- Driving with Automatic Transmission210
- Driving on Hills211
- Kick-Down Acceleration211
- Automatic Transmission Malfunction211
- The Vehicle Does Not Move Forward or in Reverse Even Though a Drive Position Is Selected with the Selector Lever212
- Overheating of Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) Automatic Transmission212
- Emergency Shift Program212
- Steering213
- Steering System Information214
- Electronic Steering Column Lock215
- Mechanical Steering Column Lock215
- Power Steering215
- Counter-Steering Assistance215
- Braking and Parking216
- Parking Brake219
- Setting the Parking Brake220
- Releasing the Parking Brake220
- On Hills221
- About the Brakes221
- Brake System Malfunction222
- Brake Booster222
- Braking Assistance Systems223
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)223
- Electronic Differential Lock (EDL and XDL)224
- Brake Assist (BAS)224
- Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR)224
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)224
- Switching Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR) on and off226
- Brake Fluid226
- Brake Fluid Specifications227
- Brake Fluid Level227
- Changing Brake Fluid227
- Coasting229
- Shifting Faster229
- Efficient Driving Style229
- Saving Fuel and Helping the Environment229
- Calm and Smooth Driving230
- Moderate Use of Extra Electrical Loads230
- Additional Factors that Increase Fuel Consumption (Examples)230
- Fuel-Efficient Driving230
- Avoid Traveling Short Distances231
- Adjust the Tire Pressure231
- Use Low Viscosity Engine Oil231
- Avoid Unnecessary Weight232
- Remove Unnecessary Aftermarket Components232
- Starting Assistance Systems233
- Hill Hold233
- Cruise Control System (CCS)235
- Cruise Control Operation237
- Driving Downhill with Cruise Control237
- Automatic Deactivation238
- Rear Assist239
- Operation240
- Screen241
- Special Considerations241
- Examples of Optical Distortion by the Camera242
- Cleaning the Camera Lens242
- Parking243
- Orientation Lines Overview243
- Park Distance Control (PDC)244
- Special Considerations When Using Park Distance Control246
- Switching the Park Distance Control (PDC) System on and off246
- Park Distance Control (PDC) with Rear Lid Assist246
- Rear Lid Assist During Opening and Closing the CSC Roof247
- Muting the Park Distance Control Volume247
- Heating and Air Conditioning248
- Climatronic248
- The Dust and Pollen Filter248
- Climatronic Controls250
- Settings for Optimum Visibility251
- Air Vents252
- Changing the Temperature Unit on the Factory-Installed Radio or Radio & Navigation System Display252
- Air Conditioner Does Not Work252
- Heating252
- Air Recirculation253
- Switching Manual Air Recirculation on and off253
- Automatic Air Recirculation253
- Switching Automatic Air Recirculation on and off254
- Temporarily Deactivating the Automatic Air Recirculation254
- Refueling255
- Indicator Lights and Fuel Gauge257
- Fuel Filler Cap Not Properly Closed257
- Opening the Fuel Filler Cap258
- Closing the Fuel Filler Cap259
- Fuel Capacities259
- Refueling Checklist259
- Fuel260
- Gasoline260
- Seasonally Adjusted Gasoline261
- Unleaded Gasoline261
- Gasoline Containing Alcohol or MTBE261
- Octane Rating261
- Gasoline Additives262
- Working in the Engine Compartment264
- Preparing to Work in the Engine Compartment267
- Opening or Closing the Engine Compartment268
- Opening the Engine Hood269
- Closing the Engine Hood269
- Engine Oil270
- Engine Oil Specifications271
- General Recommendations272
- Engine Oil Capacities272
- Checking the Engine Oil Level and Adding Oil273
- Engine Oil Level Ranges274
- Engine Oil Consumption275
- Changing Engine Oil275
- Engine Coolant277
- Warning Light and Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge278
- Engine Coolant Specifications279
- Checking Engine Coolant Level and Topping off281
- Preparations281
- Checking Engine Coolant Level281
- Adding Engine Coolant281
- Location of the Vehicle Battery284
- Explanation of the Warnings on the Vehicle Battery284
- Checking the Vehicle Battery Electrolyte Level286
- Opening the Battery Cover287
- Checking the Vehicle Battery Acid Level287
- Charging, Replacing, Disconnecting, and Connecting the Vehicle Battery288
- Vehicles with Keyless Access289
- Automatic Electrical Load Deactivation289
- What Drains the Vehicle Battery?289
- Exterior Care and Cleaning291
- Washing by Hand292
- Car Wash292
- Washing the Vehicle292
- Cleaning the CSC Roof293
- Washing with a Power Washer294
- Cleaning Windows and Outside Mirrors295
- Removing Wax Residue295
- Removing Snow296
- Removing Ice296
- Cleaning and Changing the Windshield Wiper Blades296
- Cleaning the Wind Deflector297
- Lifting and Tilting Windshield Wiper Arms297
- Changing Wiper Blades297
- Cleaning the Wiper Blades297
- Waxing and Polishing Vehicle Paint298
- Caring for and Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts298
- Cleaning Wheel Rims299
- Cleaning Alloy Wheels299
- Caring for Rubber Door and Window Seals299
- Recommended Rubber Care Product Overview300
- Care of the Rubber Seals Around the Luggage Compartment Lid and the Doors300
- Care of the Power Sunroof Seals300
- Care of the Rubber Seals Around the Power Windows300
- Deicing Door Lock Cylinders301
- Undercoating301
- Cleaning the Engine Compartment301
- Plenum Chamber301
- Interior Care and Cleaning303
- Caring for Upholstery304
- Cleaning Upholstery on Non-Heated Seats, Manual Seats, or Seats Without Airbag Components305
- Cleaning Upholstery, Fabric Trim and Alcantara305
- Cleaning Upholstery on Heated Seats and Power Seats or Seats with Airbag Components305
- Treating Stains306
- Care and Cleaning of Leather Upholstery307
- Care and Treatment307
- Cleaning307
- Cleaning Leatherette308
- Cleaning Storage Compartments and Cup Holders308
- Cleaning the Safety Belts309
- Care and Cleaning of Plastic Components, Wood Trim and Instrument Panel309
- Parts, Accessories, Repairs, and Modifications311
- Break-In Period312
- Breaking in a New Engine312
- New Tires and Brake Pads312
- Parts and Accessories313
- Operating Fluids and Equipment313
- Repairs and Technical Modifications314
- Repairs and Other Things that Can Affect Advanced Airbag Performance314
- Notice about Data Recorded by Vehicle Control Modules316
- Using a Mobile Phone Without a Vehicle-Integrated Antenna-Some Important Things to Know316
- Consumer Information319
- Operating Your Vehicle Outside of the United States and Canada319
- Radio Antenna and Reception320
- Volkswagen Service Information320
- Declaration of Compliance, Telecommunications and Electronic Systems321
- Reporting Safety Defects322
- Engine Control and Emission Control System323
- Catalytic Converter324
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)325
- Lift Points for the Vehicle327
- In an Emergency329
- Protecting Yourself and the Vehicle330
- Switch on the Emergency Flashers When330
- Emergency Closing and Opening332
- Special Considerations When Unlocking334
- Manually Locking the Passenger Door335
- Opening the Luggage Compartment Lid from Inside the Luggage Compartment336
- Vehicles with Ring Release336
- Vehicles with Lever Release336
- Emergency Release for the Fuel Filler Flap337
- Emergency Closing of the Power Sunroof338
- Emergency Closing of the CSC Roof338
- Possible Situations for Emergency Closing339
- Emergency CSC Roof Closing339
- Stowing the Automatic Rollover Support System340
- Cancel Conditions for Emergency Closing340
- Emergency Release for the Selector Lever Lock341
- Removing the Selector Gate Cover342
- Emergency Release for the Selector Lever342
- Vehicle Tool Kit343
- Storage344
- Contents345
- Wheel Trim346
- Vehicles with Pull-Off Hubcaps347
- Vehicles with Twist-Off Hubcaps347
- Wheel Bolt Caps348
- Wheel Covers348
- Installing the Wheel Cover349
- Changing a Wheel350
- Preparations for Changing a Wheel351
- Loosening the Wheel Bolts352
- Important Information Regarding Wheel Bolts352
- Lifting the Vehicle with the Vehicle Jack353
- Wheel Bolt Tightening Torque353
- Removing the Wheel356
- Mounting a Spare or Compact Spare Wheel356
- After Changing a Wheel356
- Fuses358
- Fuses in the Vehicle359
- Fuse Color Coding359
- Replacing Blown Fuses360
- Opening the Fuse Box in the Engine Compartment360
- Opening the Fuse Box in the Instrument Panel360
- Identifying Blown Fuses361
- Replacing the Fuse361
- Replacing Light Bulbs362
- Additional Light Bulb Specifications362
- Information on Light Bulb Replacement364
- Replacing Headlight Bulbs365
- Replacing Light Bulbs in the Front Bumper366
- Replacing Taillight Bulbs in the Luggage Compartment Lid367
- Replacing Taillight Bulbs in the Vehicle Body368
- Replacing License Plate Light Bulbs368
- Jump-Starting370
- Using Jumper Cables372
- Attaching Jumper Cables372
- Before Removing the Jumper Cables373
- Removing Jumper Cables373
- Towing374
- When Not to Tow Your Vehicle375
- Towing Automatic Transmission Vehicles375
- Towing on a Commercial Tow Truck375
- Tips on Towing376
- Installing the Front Towing Eye377
- Installing the Rear Towing Eye378
- Driving Tips While Towing379
- As the Driver of the Vehicle Being Towed379
- As the Driver of the Towing Vehicle379
- Abbreviations380

Brand	Volkswagen
Model	EOS
Category	Automobile
Language	English

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