Volkswagen PASSAT 2013 User Manual (English)

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Side view

Fig. 1 Vehicle side overview.

Key to fig. 1:

(1) Fuel filler flap

(2) Roof antenna

(3) Outside door handles

(4) Outside mirror

– Additional turn signal light

(5) Lift points for the jack

Front View2
Rear View3
Driver Door Overview4
Driver Side Overview5
Upper Center Console7
Lower Center Console8
Front Passenger Side Overview9
Symbols on the Roof Console11
Instrument Overview12
Volkswagen Information System18
Settings Menu34
Convenience Submenu35
Driving Checklists and Warnings39
Driving through Water on Roads41
Technical Data42
Engine Data45
Vehicle Key Set48
Child Safety Lock69
Luggage Compartment Lid71
Warning Light72
Opening the Luggage Compartment Lid72
Closing the Luggage Compartment Lid75
Opening and Closing Power Windows77
Power Sunroof80
Garage Door Opener84
Programming the Homelink90
Adjusting the Seating Position94
Adjusting the Steering Wheel Position105
Center Armrest106
Seat Functions108
Seat Heating108
Memory Seats110
Safety Belts113
Warning Light115
Safety Belt Extender126
Indicator Lights131
Switching Lights on and off135
Instrument Panel Lighting142
Interior and Reading Lights143
Sun Protection144
Sun Visors144
Windshield Wiper and Washer146
Indicator Light146
Windshield Wiper Lever147
Windshield Wiper Service Position149
Rain Sensor150
Inside Mirror154
Outside Mirrors155
Driving Tips160
Stowing Luggage161
Driving a Loaded Vehicle162
Luggage Compartment167
Trailer Towing175
Technical Requirements177
Hitching up and Connecting a Trailer178
Loading the Trailer179
Driving with a Trailer180
Ball Mount181
Retrofitting a Trailer Hitch183
Maximum Permissible Trailer Weight184
Storage Areas186
Storage Compartment on the Driver Side188
Glove Compartment190
Other Storage Compartments194
Cup Holders195
Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter198
Cigarette Lighter199
Braking, Stopping, and Parking203
Warning and Indicator Lights204
Parking Brake206
Braking Assistance Systems210
Brake Fluid215
Saving Fuel and Helping the Environment217
Warning and Indicator Lights221
Starting Assistance Systems224
Rear Assist226
Cruise Control System (Ccs)230
Cruise Control Operation232
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)234
Heating and Air Conditioning239
Air Conditioner Operation243
Air Vents244
Air Recirculation245
Fuel Types255
Gasoline Additives256
Diesel Fuel257
Fuel Consumption Information258
Selective Catalytic Reduction259
Refilling Adblue261
Warning Light266
Engine Oil Specifications270
Engine Oil Consumption273
Engine Coolant274
Engine Coolant Specifications278
Vehicle Battery281
Exterior Care and Cleaning284
Interior Care and Cleaning286
Tires and Wheels288
Wheel Rims295
Tire Inflation Pressure297
Tire Wear and Damage301
Compact Spare Wheel303
Tire Labeling307
Winter Tires314
Snow Chains316
Determining the Correct Load Limit328
Parts, Accessories, Repairs and Modifications329
Break-In Period330
Parts and Accessories331
Notice about Data Recorded by Vehicle Control Modules333
Declaration of Compliance, Telecommunications and Electronic Systems336
Declaration of Conformity337
Reporting Safety Defects338
Engine Control and Emission Control System339
Indicator Lights339
Catalytic Converter341
Diesel Particulate Filter342
Frequently Asked Questions343
Emergency Closing and Opening352
Vehicle Tool Kit359
Wheel Covers361
Wheel Bolt Caps362
Changing a Wheel363
Changing Light Bulbs366
Replacing Headlight Bulbs369

Brand	Volkswagen
Model	PASSAT 2013
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Volkswagen PASSAT 2013 User Manual

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