– In this case, go to a suitably qualified work- shop immediately and have the system checked. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership. The warning is a reminder that the ignition must be switched off before leaving the vehicle. Use vehicle keys with care as improper usage or management may lead to accidents or injuries. WARNING ● Always take all vehicle keys with you when you leave the vehicle. If the vehicle key is left unattended in the vehicle, children or unau- thorised persons could start the engine or switch on the ignition and thus operate elec- trical equipment, such as the electric win- dows. This can result in accidents and serious or even fatal injuries.
Starting or switching off the engine Ignition Lock ● Do not leave children or individuals who need assistance alone in the vehicle. In case of an emergency, they may become trapped in the vehicle and unable to safely evacuate or seek help. For example, during seasonal changes, the interior of a closed vehicle can become extremely hot or cold, which can cause injury, illness, or even death to the oc- cupants, particularly young children who are more vulnerable. ● Never remove the key from the ignition lock while the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise, the steering lock may engage and you will no longer be able to steer the vehicle. This can result in accidents and serious or even fatal injuries.
● Always completely unfold the key bit of the vehicle key and lock it in this position. Fig. 83 To the right of the steering wheel: positions of the vehicle key in the ignition lock. ● Attach only light objects weighing less than around 100 g to the vehicle key. The steering lock is activated when there is no vehicle key in the ignition lock. Location of vehicle key → Fig. 83 The 12-volt battery may be discharged uninten- tionally and prevent the engine from restarting if the ignition is switched on while the engine is switched off. NOTICE 0 Ignition switched off. The vehicle key can be removed. 1 Ignition switched on. Steering lock can be re- leased.
2 When the indicator lights up green, de- press the brake pedal and start the engine. Once the engine starts, release the vehicle key. The vehicle key moves back to position ● Always switch off the ignition before you leave the vehicle. Vehicles with an automatic gearbox: If the vehi- cle key cannot be removed, select the se- lector lever position P . If necessary, press the lock button in the selector lever and then release it. 1 . Warning when the ignition is switched on A warning message appears in the instrument cluster display if the driver door is opened while the ignition is switched on. An acoustic signal may also be given. 182.5C1.TRO.74 Driving 97