If the front brake pads are tested, the rear brake pads should be tested at the same time.
Regularly check the thickness of the brake pads through the openings in the rims or from the
underside of the vehicle. If necessary, remove the wheels to carry out a comprehensive check.
Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Driving with a loaded vehicle
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
⇒
Introduction
For good vehicle handling when driving a loaded vehicle, please observe the following:
• Stow all items of luggage securely
⇒
Stowing luggage and loads
.
• Accelerate particularly cautiously and carefully.
• Avoid sudden braking and driving manoeuvres.
• Brake earlier than in normal driving.
• If applicable, observe the information concerning the roof carrier
⇒
Roof carrier
.
• If applicable, observe the information about driving with a trailer
⇒
Trailer towing
.
Driving with an open boot lid
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
⇒
Introduction
Driving with an open boot lid is particularly dangerous. All objects and the open boot lid must be
secured properly. Take the appropriate measures to reduce the amount of poisonous exhaust
fumes that could enter into the vehicle.
Wet brakes or brakes coated with ice or road salt react more slowly and require longer
braking distances.
• Carefully apply the brakes to test them.
• Always dry brakes and clean off any coating of ice and salt with a few cautious
applications of the brake when visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions permit.
WARNING
Driving without the brake servo can considerably increase the braking distance and thus
cause accidents and serious injuries.
• Never switch the engine or ignition off while the vehicle is in motion.
• If the brake servo does not function or the vehicle is being towed, the brake pedal will
have to be depressed more forcefully as the braking distance will be increased due to
the lack of assistance for the brake system.
WARNING
Moving loads can severely impair the vehicle's stability and driving safety which could
cause accidents and severe injuries.
• Secure objects properly to prevent them from sliding.
• Use suitable straps when securing heavy objects.
• Engage the rear seat backrests and the adjustable rear bench seat securely.
WARNING
