This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Indicator lamp
→ Description of the central locking system→ Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the outside
→ Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the inside→ SAFELOCK mechanism
→ Anti-theft alarm→ Interior monitoring system and anti-tow alarm
The central locking system will only work correctly when all doors and the tailgate are properly closed. The vehicle cannot be locked with the key if the driver door is open.
If the vehicle is unlocked and not used for a long time (e.g. in your own garage) the vehicle battery could discharge or the engine may not start.
Additional information and warnings:

WARNING
Indicator lampCorrugated Tube, Repairing
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Hot Air Blower -VAS5179- or
Hot Air Blower -VAG1416/- or
Wiring Harness Repair Set - Hot Air Blower -VAS1978/14A-
A ...
Information on the air conditioning system
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The cooling system for the vehicle interior
only works when the engine is running and the blower is switched on.
The air conditioning system operates most effectively with the windows and the
electric panorama sliding ...
Folding the seat cushion and backrests on the rear bench seat forwards and backwards
Fig. 82 Rear bench seat: folding the rear
seat cushion forwards
Fig. 83 Rear bench seat: release button
①, red marking ② or release button ③
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The rear seat cushions and backrests can be folded forward to extend t ...