Read and follow the introductory information and safety information first⇒Introduction to the subject
Please perform these steps only in the order listed. | ||
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Step | Vehicles without Keyless Access | |
1. | Automatic transmission: Depress the brake pedal and hold it down until step 4 is completed. | |
1a. | Manual transmission: Depress clutch pedal fully and hold until the engine has started. | |
2. | Shift the transmission into Neutral (N) or Park (P) (automatic), or into Neutral (manual only). | |
3. | Turn the vehicle key to position ⇒ Fig. 127② – do not depress the accelerator pedal. | |
4. | When the engine starts, release the remote control vehicle key. | |
5. | If the engine does not start, stop the procedure and start again after about one minute. | |
6. | Release the electronic parking brake when you are ready to start driving ⇒ Braking, stopping, and parking . |
Warning
Never leave the vehicle unattended while the engine is running. The vehicle could move suddenly, especially when the vehicle is in gear, resulting in accidents and personal injury. WarningStarting fluids can explode and can cause a run-away vehicle condition.
Note
Do not let your vehicle warm up while standing; instead, start driving right away after making sure that you have good visibility through all windows. This will help the engine reach operating temperature faster and keep down emissions.
Major consumers of electricity are temporarily switched off when the engine is being started.
After starting a cold engine, there may be increased operating noises for a few seconds. This is normal and harmless.
Applicable only in the United States
Volkswagen Tiguan Owners Manual > Power locking and closing system: Anti-theft alarm system
The anti-theft alarm system makes it more difficult for someone to break into
or steal the vehicle.
The anti-theft alarm system is automatically activated when the vehicle is locked
by pressing the lock button on the remote control vehicle key.
When is the alarm triggered?
The anti-theft a ...