Volkswagen Taos 2022 - User Manual

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Summary

Introduction to Your Taos

Digital Cockpit;Instrument Cluster

Displays vehicle system and function information. Customizable via steering wheel controls.

Infotainment System

Touch-sensitive controls for radio, media, App-Connect, phone, vehicle functions, and navigation.

Start-Stop System

Automatically stops and starts the engine to save fuel. Activated when the ignition is switched on.

USB-C Port

Connects mobile phones using the latest generation of USB Type C connectors.

Wireless Charging

Charges Qi-capable mobile phones without cables by placing them on the designated surface.

Steering Wheel Controls

Buttons for Cruise Control, Adaptive Cruise Control, audio, navigation, and phone calls.

Remote Start System

Allows the engine to be started remotely, enabling HVAC system operation before entering the vehicle.

Refueling Process

Instructions for refueling, including unlocking the fuel filler flap via a button on the driver's door.

Driver Assistance Features

Cruise Control Operation

Details on activating, setting, and canceling cruise control using steering wheel buttons.

Adaptive Cruise Control

Maintains set speed and distance to vehicles ahead, automatically adjusting speed as needed.

Travel Assist System

Assists with maintaining distance and lane centering for a more comfortable driving experience.

Assistance System Settings

Access to the Infotainment system menu to modify Driver Assistance feature operations.

Climatronic Climate Control

Heating and Air Conditioning

Automatic operation of the climate system to cool or warm the interior to a set temperature.

Max Defrost and Rear Defrost

Quickly clears the windshield and rear window of frost or fog using dedicated buttons.

Automatic Climate Control

Maintains the set temperature like a thermostat once the AUTO mode is activated.

Climate Zone Synchronization

Synchronizes driver's temperature settings to passenger and rear climate zones using the SYNC button.

Air Distribution and Seat Heating

Controls air flow direction and activates seat heating for enhanced comfort.

Navigation and Car-Net

Touchscreen Navigation

Using the NAV icon to access navigation, search for destinations, and start route guidance.

Route Options and Settings

Choosing alternative routes, using dynamic guidance, and modifying route criteria.

Point of Interest (POI) Search

Finding specific points of interest like fueling stations or airports via the navigation system.

Car-Net Plus Navigation

Features real-time traffic information, route calculation, and map updates for optimized routing.

Volkswagen Car-Net Services

Overview of connected car features including Remote Access, maintenance alerts, and vehicle status.

Bluetooth and Voice Recognition

Pairing a Compatible Phone

Steps to connect a smartphone to the vehicle's Infotainment system via Bluetooth.

Voice Command Operations

Using voice commands for navigation, calls, and other vehicle functions.

Call Management via Bluetooth

Answering, ending, switching calls to private mode, and adjusting volume during Bluetooth calls.

App-Connect Integration

Apple CarPlay Setup and Use

Connecting an iPhone wirelessly or via USB to use Apple CarPlay features on the touchscreen.

Android Auto Setup and Use

Connecting an Android phone via USB to use Android Auto features on the touchscreen.

TPMS, Keyless Access, and Wipers

TPMS Recalibration

Recalibrating the Tire Pressure Monitoring System after adjusting tire pressure or changing tires.

Keyless Access Operation

Unlocking, locking doors, and customizing door unlock behavior with the key fob.

Windshield Wipers and Washer

Operating intermittent, rain-sensing, continuous wipers, and rear wiper functions.

The provided manual describes the 2022 Volkswagen Taos, focusing on its various features, including infotainment, driver assistance, climate control, navigation, connectivity, tire pressure monitoring, keyless access, and wipers. It also includes a comprehensive list of warning and indicator lights.

Infotainment System:

The Taos features a touch-sensitive infotainment system that controls radio, media, App-Connect, phone operation, vehicle functions, and an optional navigation system. The Digital Cockpit/Instrument Cluster displays vehicle system and function information, customizable via multi-function steering wheel controls. USB-C ports are available for connecting mobile phones, requiring a compatible cable. A wireless charging pad is also available for Qi-capable mobile phones, indicating charging status on the infotainment system.

Steering Wheel Controls:

The left side of the steering wheel controls Cruise Control, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), radio volume, navigation system notifications, and phone calls. The right side controls include:

Voice Control Button: A short press activates Volkswagen Voice Control, while a long press activates third-party voice control with a compatible smartphone connected to App-Connect.
VIEW Button: Switches between wide and standard display.
OK Button: Selects settings in the Digital Cockpit.
Horizontal Menu Buttons: Navigates through Digital Cockpit main menus.
Vertical Arrow Buttons: Navigates inside specific menus.
Horizontal Arrow Buttons: Changes radio stations, scrolls through radio presets, or selects next/previous media tracks.

Remote Start (Optional):

If equipped, the engine can be started remotely using the key fob (press Lock, then Remote Start twice) to pre-condition the interior with the HVAC system. This feature requires the VW Car-Net Mobile App and a compatible factory-installed or dealer-installed remote start feature.

Refueling:

The fuel filler flap is unlocked by pressing a button on the driver's door.

Driver Assistance Features:

Cruise Control: Activated by pressing a button on the steering wheel, displaying a speedometer icon in the Digital Cockpit. Speed can be set, increased/decreased in 1 mph or 5 mph increments, canceled, and resumed.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC): Helps maintain a constant speed and a pre-set distance from the vehicle ahead. It can brake if needed and accelerate back to the stored speed when the path is clear. Distance levels can be adjusted using a button on the steering wheel. If the system stops the vehicle for more than 3 seconds, briefly pressing the accelerator pedal resumes ACC. ACC can be deactivated to use conventional cruise control by navigating through the steering wheel menus to "Speed" and selecting "Cruise Control."
Travel Assist System (Optional): Maintains a preselected distance to the vehicle in front and keeps the vehicle within its lane. Activated by a button on the steering wheel. Cruise speed and travel assist can be canceled by pressing the brake pedal or a steering wheel button.
Assistance System Settings: Driver Assistance features can be modified via the infotainment system by pressing "Menu," then "Assist Syst."

Climatronic Climate Control (Optional):

Heating and Air Conditioning: The AUTO button turns the system on for automatic cooling or warming. Driver's temperature dial adjusts preferred setting. The SYNC button synchronizes temperatures between zones. MAX A/C provides maximum cooling.
Max Defrost/Rear Defrost: Activated by the Max Defrost button, recommended to set temperature to HI. A/C automatically engages to dry air. The button on the driver's door panel switches on outside mirror heating when temperatures are below +68F (+20C).
AUTO Mode: Maintains set temperature like a thermostat.
SYNC Mode: Applies driver's settings to passenger and rear climate zones.
Air Distribution: Buttons direct air to floor, panel, defrost vents, or combinations.
Seat Heating: Button for seat heating.

Navigation/Car-Net®:

Discover Media Touchscreen Navigation: Accessed via the NAV icon. Shows current position and suggested destinations. Destinations can be searched by POI or address. Route options include alternative routes, dynamic route guidance (if online traffic is available), and modifications to avoid tolls or restricted roads.
Point of Interest (POI): POIs can be searched via the NAV icon and keyboard function, or by selecting a POI displayed on the map.
Cancel Active Route Guidance: Directly via "Stop Route Guidance" or through the Navigation screen menu.
Alternative Navigation: Turn-by-turn directions are available by mirroring smartphone apps (e.g., Apple CarPlay, Android Auto) via App-Connect (wireless or USB-C cable).
Car-Net Plus Navigation: Provides real-time information, online traffic, route calculation, and map updates.
Volkswagen Car-Net: A five-year no-charge Remote Access package includes features like remote door lock/unlock, remote honk and flash, remote start, last parked location, parking information, maintenance alerts, scheduling, vehicle health reports, vehicle status, DriveView, POI/destinations, valet alert, boundary alert, speed alert, and roadside call assist. Enrollment requires downloading the "Volkswagen Car-Net" mobile app, creating a VW ID, and verifying vehicle ownership.
Pairing/Remote Start: Enabled via the Car-Net mobile app, requiring VW ID and PIN, accepting pairing requests, and confirmation in the vehicle's display.

Bluetooth Technology/Voice Recognition:

Pairing a Compatible Phone: With ignition on and vehicle in Park, turn on the infotainment system. Search for new devices on the phone, select the vehicle's VIN, confirm connection and PIN on both devices, and allow contacts to sync. Two active phones can be connected simultaneously, but only contacts from the primary phone are shown.
Call by Name via Native Bluetooth Technology: Short press the Voice Control button, say "Call" followed by the contact's name.
Voice Recognition Tips: Contact must be said exactly as stored. Shortcuts like "Call John Smith work" can be used for multiple numbers.
Answer an Incoming Call: Press the OK button on the steering wheel or the green Phone icon on the infotainment touchscreen.
Volume Settings: Adjust volume during a call using Volume Up/Down buttons on the steering wheel.
Switch to Private Mode: During a call, navigate to the Telephone menu in the instrument cluster display using steering wheel buttons, then select "Private."
End a Call: Press the red Phone icon on the touchscreen or navigate to the Phone menu in the Digital Cockpit and select "End."
Cancel Active Voice Recognition or an Active Route: Double press Voice Control to end voice recognition. Short press Voice Control and say "Cancel destination" to end a route.
Destination Entry with Voice Recognition: Short press Voice Control, say "New destination," then speak the address in single digits.

App-Connect:

Wireless App-Connect with Apple CarPlay Integration: Pair phone via Bluetooth, then select Apple CarPlay. Alternatively, unlock iPhone and plug into USB-C port. Confirm prompts on mobile device.
Apple CarPlay®: Uses Siri voice control (activated by pressing and holding Voice Control button or Home on touchscreen). Features include Home (return to CarPlay home screen/dashboard, activate Siri), Phone (calls, voicemail), Maps (directions, traffic, 3D experiences), Messages (send/read/reply to texts), and Volkswagen Logo icon (return to native VW interface).
Wireless App-Connect Android Auto: Pair phone via Bluetooth, then select Android Auto. Confirm prompts on mobile device.
Android Auto™: Uses Google Assistant (activated by "Hey Google," long-pressing Voice Control, or tapping Microphone icon). Features include Navigation (predictive directions, traffic), Phone (messages, calls, voicemail), Home Screen, and Music and Audio (streaming apps). The Exit icon returns to the Volkswagen native user interface.

TPMS/Keyless Access/Wipers:

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Recalibration: Recalibrate after tire pressure adjustments or changes. Turn ignition ON, press CAR, then Settings, Tire settings, Set, and Confirm.
Keyless Access: Unlock driver's door by pushing button on handle once. Lock all doors by pushing button once on handle.
Customize which Doors to Unlock with Keyless Access: In Park, select CAR, then Settings, Open and close settings, Unlock doors. Options include "All doors," "Single Door," or "Vehicle side."
Windshield Wipers and Washer: Intermittent wipers with rain-sensing are activated by moving the stalk up one click. The switch on top varies the time interval. Continuous wipers have LOW (two clicks up) and HIGH (three clicks up) settings. Rear wiper activates with one push of the lever.
Rain-Sensing Wipers: Activated/deactivated via Infotainment touchscreen: Car, Settings, Mirror and wiper settings, Automatic wiper during rain.
Service Position: With hood closed and ignition off, press and hold the windshield lever down to move wipers to service position.

Warning/Indicator Lights:

A comprehensive list of warning and indicator lights is provided, covering various vehicle systems such as central warning, safety belt, electronic parking brake, brake system, steering, engine, coolant, battery, collision, emergency call, anti-slip regulation (ASR), electronic stabilization program (ESC), anti-lock braking system (ABS), driving light, washer fluid, exhaust system, particulate filter, tire pressure, engine RPM, transmission, adaptive cruise control (ACC), start/stop system, fuel tank, engine oil, windshield wiper, blind spot monitor, lane assist, trailer turn signal, speed regulation, service due, driving modes, high beam control, autonomous emergency braking, distance warning, hill descent assist, offroad driving profiles, mobile phone connection, outside temperature, and mobile phone battery charge. The manual emphasizes the importance of heeding these warnings for safety.