Volkswagen Tiguan Owners Manual: Checklist

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For your own safety and that of your passengers, carry out each of the following steps in the order listed before every off-road trip ⇒ :

Inform yourself thoroughly before exploring nature and the terrain you plan to visit.
Do not plan extensive day trips. Consider the increased fuel consumption during off-road driving.
Fill the fuel tank completely. Off-road driving consumes significantly more fuel than driving on the road.
Check whether the tires are suitable for the off-road trip you are planning. For difficult terrain, always use special off-road tires.
Check, and if necessary correct, the cold tire inflation pressure in all tires, including the collapsible spare tire (if any).
Fill engine oil up to the MAX mark so the engine can be properly lubricated. This is especially important when driving through potholes and up and down hills.
Completely refill the windshield washer reservoir with water and window washer fluid.
Install a towing eye in the front and back of the vehicle. Once the vehicle gets stuck, it may no longer be possible to install a towing eye.
Check the vehicle tool kit. Add tools and other gear based on the special requirements of the trip you will be taking Useful off-road driving equipment.
Stow luggage as low and flat as possible in the vehicle. Safely secure all loose objects.

Before driving off-road the first time

Before you drive your vehicle off-road, we urge you to take an appropriate off-road driving course. Taking a course is especially important if you have little or no experience driving off-road. Even more experienced off-roaders can benefit from an off-road driving course.

A good course can show you how to handle the vehicle in a wide range of off-road situations and how to more safely deal with difficult terrain Driving off-road demands a different attitude and very different skills compared with highway driving. Your safety and that of your passengers will depend on your knowledge, skill, and caution as a driver ⇒ .

Warning

Disregarding the safety-related checklist may lead to accidents and serious personal injuries.

Always review and follow the checklist above. Follow commonly accepted safety practices and use common sense.

All occupants must sit properly and wear safety belts whenever the vehicle is moving.

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