The Wi-Fi connection can be established via NFC using the shelf of the cordless charging function.
The availability of the Wi-Fi connection via NFC depends on the cell phone used, its operating system and the Infotainment system used.
Requirements
NFC technology and a rear shelf for the wireless charging function are installed in the vehicle.
NFC Is activated on the Wi-Fi device.
The Wi-Fi hotspot of the Infotainment system is activated.
1. Tap HOME
Wi-Fi.
2. Tap Quick connection with Infotainment system.
3. Unlock the Wi-Fi device and place on the rear shelf for the wireless charging function ⇒ Charging Options for Mobile Devices.
The Wi-Fi device is connected as client to the Wi-Fi hotspot of the Infotainment system.
The wireless charging function is deactivated while the Infotainment system is in the Wi-Fi settings menu. Wireless charging is reactivated if you leave the
settings menu.
On older Wi-Fi devices, the functionality may be restricted or not work at all. Ensure that you always use the latest software version for your Wi-Fi device.
Setting up a Wi-Fi connection via QR code
The Wi-Fi connection can also be established by scanning the corresponding QR code.
Requirements
The Wi-Fi hotspot of the Infotainment system is activated.
A suitable application for scanning QR codes is installed on the Wi-Fi device.
1. Tap HOME
Wi-Fi.
2. Tap Quick connection with Infotainment system.
3. Scan the QR code on the screen of the Infotainment system with the Wi-Fi device.
The Wi-Fi device is connected as client to the Wi-Fi hotspot of the Infotainment system.
App-Connect
Introduction
App-Connect makes it possible to display and control content and functions displayed on the cell phone through the Infotainment system screen.
To do this, the cell phone must be connected to the Infotainment system via a USB interface with a data transfer function.
Some technologies can also be used with App-Connect Wireless via the Bluetooth interface.
The following technologies may be available:
Apple CarPlay™.
Apple CarPlay™ Wireless.
Android Auto™.
Android Auto™ Wireless.
MirrorLink®.
Which App-Connect technologies are available to you depends on the country and on the cell phone in use.
MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto are technologies which are operated by third parties and provided by Volkswagen. Volkswagen is not responsible if these
technologies are canceled, discontinued or deactivated during the service life of the vehicle.
You can find more information on the Volkswagen website.
App-Connect wireless function in the event of border crossings
In the event of border crossings into countries with different permissible radio frequencies than your own country, please note the following:
The App-Connect wireless function may be limited due to legal provisions, or may not be possible at all. This can be indicated by a message in the Infotainmen
system.
The App-Connect wireless function must be deactivated due to legal provisions. The Wi-Fi hotspot must be deactivated.
This does not apply to wired functions.
Opening the App-Connect main menu
Navigation to the App-Connect main menu depends on the Infotainment system being used.
1. Tap HOME
.
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Setting up App-Connect Wireless
In order to use App-Connect Wireless, first pair the cell phone with the Infotainment system.
Connecting a cell phone for the first time
1. Unlock the cell phone.
2. Activate Wi-Fi reception and Bluetooth on the cell phone.
3. Connect the cell phone to the Infotainment system via a USB cable or Bluetooth.
4. Open the App-Connect main menu if it does not open automatically.
5. Select the cell phone and your preferred technology.
6. Allow the Infotainment system the required access. To do this, confirm authorization requests on the cell phone.
7. Disconnect the USB connection and re-connect with the Infotainment system using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
App-Connect Wireless set-up is complete.
Pairing is complete. The paired cell phone can now use App-Connect Wireless in the future without a USB connection.
If any pop-up menus were dismissed during the connection process, App-Connect Wireless will not be available. In this case, Volkswagen recommends deleting the
devices from the cell phone settings and Infotainment system and restarting the connection process.
App-Connect Wireless may not be supported by all technologies.
WARNING
Using apps while driving can distract from traffic. Driver distraction can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.
Only use apps and functions when the vehicle is stationary.
Always drive attentively and responsibly.
WARNING
If unsuitable apps are used or apps are not used correctly, this may result in vehicle damage and accidents with serious or even fatal injuries.
Protect the cell phone and its apps from misuse.
Volkswagen is not responsible for vehicle damage that is caused by low-quality or malfunctioning third-party apps, inadequate programming of third-party
apps, insufficient network strength, data loss, misuse of mobile devices, or malware on data carriers, computers, tablets and cell phones.
Apps
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
Introduction.
Content from Volkswagen apps and third party provider apps displayed on cell phones can be displayed on the Infotainment system screen using Volkswagen App-
Connect.
Apps from third-party providers may be incompatible.
The use of apps and the required mobile phone connection may be subject to additional charges.
Apps can be based on many different designs and can also differ depending on the vehicle and country. The content, scope, and providers of the apps may vary.
Furthermore, some apps depend on the availability of services from third party providers.
It cannot be guaranteed that the apps that are offered will be able to run on all cell phones and with all operating systems.
The apps provided by Volkswagen can also be changed, canceled, deactivated, reactivated, and enhanced without notice.
To avoid driver distraction, only certified apps can be used while driving.
Symbols and settings for App-Connect
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
Symbols in the App-Connect menu
Introduction.
The symbols present depend on the type of Infotainment system and the vehicle model.
Show further information.
Open the App-Connect settings menu.
Select the Apple CarPlay technology.
Select the Android Auto technology.
Select the MirrorLink technology.
Setting options in the App-Connect settings menu
The setting options depend on the integrated Infotainment system.
Mobile devices: Open the device manager.
Allow MirrorLink messages to display: Messages are displayed when using MirrorLink.
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Apple CarPlay™
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
Introduction.
Requirements
The following requirements must be met in order to use Apple CarPlay:
The iPhone must support Apple CarPlay.
Voice control (Siri) must be activated on the iPhone.
Apple CarPlay must be activated in the iPhone settings without restrictions.
If Apple CarPlay Wireless cannot be used, the iPhone must be connected to the Infotainment system via a USB connection. Only USB ports with data
transfer are suitable for use with Apple CarPlay.
The USB cable being used must be an original cable from Apple.
Apple CarPlay Wireless: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi must also be activated on the iPhone.
These technologies may not be available in all countries.
Information on technical requirements, compatible iPhones, certified apps and availability can be found at the Volkswagen and Apple CarPlay website or at
an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Connecting
When connecting an iPhone for the first time, follow the instructions on the Infotainment system screen and the iPhone display.
The requirements must be met in order to use Apple CarPlay.
Starting Apple CarPlay
1. Tap HOME
to open the App-Connect main menu.
2. Tap
to start Apple CarPlay.
Disconnecting
1. To get to the App-Connect main menu, tap
in Apple CarPlay mode.
2. Tap to end the active connection.
The presentation of the function keys in the display may vary.
Special conditions
During an active connection with Apple CarPlay, the following conditions apply:
Bluetooth connections between the iPhone and the Infotainment system are not possible.
If there is an active Bluetooth connection between the iPhone and the Infotainment system, it will be automatically disconnected.
For an iPhone connected with the Infotainment system via Apple CarPlay, phone functions can only be accessed via Apple CarPlay.
The connected iPhone cannot be used as a media device in the Media main menu.
It is not possible to use the internal navigation and Apple CarPlay navigation at the same time. The route guidance which was started last ends the previous
active one.
Voice control
1. Tap
briefly to start the Infotainment system voice control.
Or: to start voice control (Siri) on the connected iPhone, tap and hold
.
Android Auto™
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
Introduction.
Requirements
The cell phone – hereafter referred to as a smartphone – must support Android Auto.
An Android Auto app must be installed on the smartphone.
If Android Auto Wireless cannot be used, the smartphone must be connected to the Infotainment system with a USB connection that allows data transfer.
The USB cable used must be an original cable from your mobile device manufacturer.
Android Auto Wireless: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi must also be activated on the smartphone.
These technologies may not be available in all countries.
Information on technical requirements, compatible smartphones, certified apps and availability can be found on the Volkswagen and Android Auto websites or
at an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
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Connecting
When connecting a smartphone for the first time, follow the instructions on the Infotainment system screen and the smartphone display.
The requirements must be met in order to use Android Auto.
1. Tap HOME
2. Tap Android Auto to establish the connection with the smartphone.
Disconnecting
to open the App-Connect main menu.
1. Tap
in Android Auto mode to open the App-Connect main menu.
2. Tap
to end the active connection.
Special conditions
During an active connection with Android Auto, the following conditions apply:
An active Android Auto device can also be connected with the Infotainment system via Bluetooth (hands-free profile, HFP) at the same time.
Phone functions are possible through Android Auto. The Infotainment system phone function can also be used if the Android Auto device is connected to the
Infotainment system via Bluetooth at the same time.
An active Android Auto device cannot be used as a media device in the Media main menu.
It is not possible to use the internal navigation and Android Auto navigation at the same time. The route guidance which was started last ends the previous
active one.
The instrument cluster display will not display information about media mode.
Voice control
1. Tap
briefly to start the Infotainment system voice control.
Or: Tap and hold the
button to start voice control of the connected smartphone.
MirrorLink®
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
Introduction.
Function keys
Returns to the App-Connect main menu. Here you can end the MirrorLink connection, connect another cell phone, or select another technology.
display the cell phone on the Infotainment system screen. Tap to open the list of apps supported by MirrorLink. Tap to close apps that are open. Then tap
Tap to
the apps to be closed or tap the Close all function to close all open apps.
Requirements
The cell phone must support MirrorLink.
The cell phone must be connected to the Infotainment system via a USB connection with data transfer.
The USB cable used must be an original cable from your cell phone manufacturer.
Depending on the cell phone in use, an appropriate Car Mode app must be installed on the device to use MirrorLink.
Information about technical requirements, compatible cell phones, certified apps and availability can be found via the Volkswagen and MirrorLink website or
at your authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Connecting
When connecting a cell phone for the first time, follow the instructions on the Infotainment system screen and the cell phone display.
The requirements must be met in order to use MirrorLink.
1. Tap HOME App-Connect
to open the App-Connect main menu.
2. Tap
to connect to your cell phone.
Disconnecting
1. To get to the MirrorLink main menu, tap
2. Tap to end the active connection.
Special conditions
.
When there is an active connection with MirrorLink, the following conditions apply:
An active MirrorLink device can also be connected with the Infotainment system at the same time via Bluetooth.
If the MirrorLink device is connected to the Infotainment system via Bluetooth, you can use the Infotainment system phone function.
An active MirrorLink device cannot be used as a media device in the Media main menu.
You can view information about telephone operation in the instrument cluster display.
The instrument cluster display will not show upcoming turns or display information about media mode.
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