2024 Volkswagen Jetta Anti-Theft Alarm System Guide

The 2024 Volkswagen Jetta Anti-Theft Alarm System Guide is a complete guide meant to give Jetta owners more protection and peace of mind. In a time when car theft is a constant problem, Volkswagen has fitted the 2024 Jetta with a high-tech anti-theft alarm system that will protect it strongly against theft attempts and unauthorised entry. This guide is very helpful because it gives you a lot of information about how Jetta’s anti-theft alarm system works, what features it has, and how you can make it your own. For anyone who wants to learn more about the 2024 Volkswagen Jetta‘s security features, whether they are a new owner or a seasoned driver looking to make their car safer, this guide is the best way to understand and make the most of the system’s defence.

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Anti-theft alarm system

The vehicle may be equipped with an anti-theft alarm system.
The anti-theft alarm system monitors the doors, the hood, and the trunk lid. The anti-theft alarm system is automatically activated when you lock the vehicle.
If an attempt is made to access the vehicle without using the appropriate vehicle key, this triggers the anti-theft alarm system, which emits audible and visual warning signals for up to five minutes.

When is the alarm triggered?

• If a door that was unlocked manually using the vehicle key is opened.
• If the hood is opened.
• If the trunk lid is opened.
• If the ignition is switched on with an invalid vehicle key.
• If a device is connected to the diagnostic connection when the anti-theft alarm system is active.

Switching off the alarm

1. Unlock the vehicle with the unlock button on the vehicle key.
   Or: switch on the ignition using a valid vehicle key.
2. For vehicles with Keyless Access with push-button start: Grasp the door handle ⇒ “Keyless Access” with push-button start.

The anti-theft alarm system will not work correctly if the 12 V vehicle battery is weak or drained.

Trunk lid

Introduction
The trunk lid is unlocked and locked together with the doors. On vehicles with Keyless Access, the trunk lid is automatically unlocked when opening ⇒ “Keyless Access” with push-button start.
If individual door opening or the opening of one side of doors is activated in the Infotainment system settings for opening and closing, you must press the button on the remote control vehicle key twice to unlock the trunk lid.
On vehicles with Keyless Access with push-button start, you must press the sensor on the inside of the driver’s or front passenger’s door handle, depending on the setting, twice to do this.

WARNING
Uncontrolled or unintentional release: opening and closing the trunk lid can cause accidents and serious injuries.

• Do not open or close the trunk lid if anyone is in the way.
• Always keep the trunk lid closed while driving.
• Close and lock the trunk lid and all doors when the vehicle is not in use.
• Check that, when closed, the trunk lid is flush with the areas of the vehicle body around it.

WARNING
Depending on the season, the temperature inside the vehicle could become very high or low, which can lead to serious injuries, illness or death, especially for very young children.

• Make sure that no one remains in the vehicle.
• Never let children play in or on the vehicle unattended, especially when the trunk lid is open. Children could enter the luggage compartment, close the lid, and then lock themselves in.

WARNING
The vehicle may not always detect when the trunk lid is not latched if a cargo rack that is carrying cargo is mounted on the trunk lid. If the trunk lid is not latched, it may open suddenly while driving. This may cause serious injuries.

• Check that, when closed, the trunk lid is flush with the areas of the vehicle body around it.

WARNING
If there is a heavy load of snow or cargo on the trunk lid, the additional weight may cause the lid to lower, which can result in serious injuries.

• Never open the trunk lid if there is a heavy load of snow or cargo such as a cargo rack on it.
• Remove the snow or cargo before opening the trunk lid.
• If necessary, support the trunk lid or remove the cargo and/or snow before opening the trunk lid.

WARNING
Using the opening mechanism incorrectly may damage the component and could prevent the trunk lid from closing.

• Never attach or secure cargo on the opening mechanism.

NOTICE
Using the trunk lid or rear spoiler incorrectly may damage the component and result in it breaking off.

• Never attach or secure cargo on the trunk lid or rear spoiler.

Opening and closing the trunk lid

Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒ and Introduction.

Fig. 58 In the driver’s door: unlock button for the trunk lid.
Release button.

Fig. 59 In the trunk lid: button to open the trunk lid.

Opening the trunk lid

1. To unlock the trunk lid, press the button on the vehicle key.
   Or: pull the button in the driver door upward fig. 58.
2. Raise the trunk lid using the button and pull up fig. 59.

Closing the trunk lid

1. Pull the trunk lid downward carefully using the handle in the interior trim panel until it latches shut in the lock ⇒.

The trunk lid will also lock when the doors are locked.
An image in the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit display indicates if the trunk lid has not opened or closed correctly. The trunk lid locks automatically while driving.

WARNING
Closing the trunk lid incorrectly or carelessly may lead to serious injuries.

• When opening the trunk lid, take care to pull it up.
• When closing the trunk lid, make sure your hands are not within the closing range of the lid.

If the trunk lid is not opened within several minutes after unlocking, it will lock again automatically.

Mechanically unlocking the trunk lid using the emergency release

Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒ and Introduction.
Fig. 60 Behind the rear seat backrest: mechanically unlocking the rear seat backrest using the emergency release.
Fig. 61 In the luggage compartment: mechanically unlocking the trunk lid using the emergency release.

Mechanically unlocking the trunk lid using the emergency release

1. Insert the vehicle key in the slot fig. 60 to unlock the rear seat backrest and press in the direction of the arrow.
2. Fold the rear seat backrest forward.
3. Push the lever fig. 61 in the direction of the arrow and open the trunk lid.

Troubleshooting

Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒ and Introduction. If the trunk lid will not open or close

1. Check if the trunk lid is being blocked by an object.
   The trunk lid can be moved by hand. It is necessary to use more force when doing this.

If all turn signals flash four times
The vehicle key that was last used is still in the vehicle.

1. Remove the key and lock the vehicle.

If the trunk lid is difficult to move
The mechanism for opening the trunk lid may not always work automatically when the outside temperatures are around the freezing point.

1. Guide the trunk lid farther upward by hand.

The Easy Open sensor function is not working

• Easy Open only works when the ignition is switched off.
• Clean the sensors in the rear bumper.
• Easy Open may be deactivated in heavy precipitation to reduce the risk of false activation.

Windows

Opening and closing the windows
Fig. 62 In the driver door: Power window buttons.

1. Opening the window: press the switch.
   Closing the window: pull the switch.
2. Deactivating the power window buttons in the rear doors: press the switch. This button is only located on the driver’s door.

The windows can still be opened or closed using the switches in the doors for a brief period after the ignition has been switched off, as long as the driver’s or front passenger door is not opened.

One-touch opening and closing function
The one-touch opening and closing function allows the windows to be completely opened or closed. To use this feature, do not hold the window switch up or down.

• To start the one-touch closing function, pull the window switch upward briefly to the second level.
• To start the one-touch opening function, press the window switch downward briefly to the second level.
• To stop the one-touch opening or closing function, pull or press the switch for that window again.

Convenience opening and closing
Opening
The windows can be opened from outside the vehicle using the vehicle key when the ignition is switched off.

1. Press and hold the unlock button on the vehicle key.
2. To stop the function, release the unlock button.

Closing

1. On vehicles with Keyless Access with push-button start: press the sensor surface or locking button on the door handle for a few seconds until the windows are closed ⇒ “Keyless Access” with push-button start. The vehicle key must be nearby to use this feature.
   When all of the windows and the power sunroof are closed, the turn signals will blink once as a confirmation.
2. 2. To stop the function, remove your finger from the sensor or switch.
   You can select the convenience opening settings in the Vehicle settings menu in the Infotainment system.

WARNING
Careless or unintended use of the power windows can cause serious injuries.

• Do not open or close the power windows if anyone is in the way.
• Always take all vehicle keys with you when leaving the vehicle.
• Note that the windows can still be opened or closed using the door buttons for a brief period after the ignition has been switched off, as long as the driver’s or front passenger door is not opened.
• When driving with children seated on the rear bench seat, always disable the rear power windows so that the windows cannot be opened or closed.

WARNING
If the vehicle is locked, the windows can no longer be opened and will prevent people from escaping from the vehicle interior. In an emergency, this could cause serious or fatal injuries.

• Never leave children or people requiring assistance unattended in the vehicle when the vehicle is locked.

NOTICE
If the windows are open, precipitation can enter the vehicle and soak the interior equipment, which could restrict the function of the controls or damage them.

• Close all windows if there is precipitation.

If the power windows are malfunctioning, the one-touch opening and closing function and the pinch protection may not
function correctly. Contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Convenience opening and closing only functions if the one-touch opening and closing function is activated for all the power windows.

Power window pinch protection

The power window pinch protection can reduce the risk of being pinched and injured when the windows are closing.
If the window cannot close due to resistance or an obstacle, then the window will reopen immediately ⇒.

1. Check why the window did not close.
2. Try again to close the window.

If the window will not close again, then the pinch protection will be disabled for several seconds.
If the window still cannot close, then the window will stop at the place where it meets resistance. If you press the switch again within several seconds, the window will close without pinch protection ⇒.

Closing windows without pinch protection

1. Try to close the windows again within a few seconds by holding the switch. This will disable the pinch protection.
   If the closing process takes longer than several seconds, then pinch protection will be enabled again. If there is resistance to the window moving or an obstacle is blocking the window, then the window will reopen automatically.
2. If the window still cannot close, then contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

WARNING
Closing the window when pinch protection is disabled can result in serious injuries.

• Always be careful when closing the windows.
• Do not close windows if anyone is in the way.
• Note that the pinch protection does not prevent fingers or body parts from being trapped against the window frame.

Pinch protection also occurs when using the convenience closing function with the vehicle key.

Troubleshooting

One-touch up/down feature
If the 12 V vehicle battery is disconnected or drained when the windows are not completely closed, then the one-touch up/down feature will not work. It must be reprogrammed using the following steps:

1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Close all windows and doors.
3. Pull the switch for the desired window and hold it in that position for several seconds.
4. Release the switch, then pull it upward again and hold it.

The one-touch up and down features will then be fully functional.
The automatic power windows can be reprogrammed individually, or multiple windows can be reprogrammed at the same time.

Controls are responding differently than expected
Moisture, dirt and grease may limit the functioning of the controls.

1. Always keep the control panels clean and dry.

Sunroof

Opening and closing the tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof
The term “sunroof” is used as a synonym for the panoramic sliding/tilting sunroof.
Fig. 63 In the headliner: sunroof button.

1. Close the power sunroof when tilted.
2. Tilt the power sunroof.
3. Open the power sunroof or stop the automatic process. Close the
4. power sunroof or stop the automatic process.

The sunroof is a roof opening system consisting of two glass pieces. The front glass piece is fixed and cannot be opened. The button has two levels.
First level: tilt, open, or close the sunroof completely or partially.
Second level: automatically open or close the sunroof completely.
You can stop the automatic process by pressing the button again.

Tilting the power sunroof

• Manual process: press the fig. 63 button until the first level is reached.
• Automatic process: press the fig. 63 button until the second level is reached.

Closing the power sunroof when tilted

• Manual process: press the fig. 63 button until the first level is reached.
• Automatic process: press the fig. 63 button until the second level is reached.

Opening the power sunroof

• Manual process: press the fig. 63 button until the first level is reached.
• Automatic process up to comfort position: press the fig. 63 button until the second level is reached.

Closing the power sunroof

• Manual process: press the fig. 63 button until the first level is reached.
• Automatic process: press the fig. 63 button until the second level is reached.

Stopping the automatic opening or closing process

1. Press the fig. 63 or fig. 63 button again.

WARNING
Careless or unintended use of the power sunroof may cause serious or fatal injuries.

• Do not open or close the power sunroof if anyone is in its path.
• Note that the power sunroof can still be opened or closed for a brief period after the ignition has been switched off, as long as the driver’s or front passenger door has not been opened.

WARNING
If you leave vehicle keys unattended in the vehicle, children or unauthorized people may lock the vehicle, start the engine, switch on the ignition or activate the power sunroof. This can cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

• Always take all vehicle keys with you when leaving the vehicle.

NOTICE
Opening or tilting the power sunroof when there is precipitation, particularly snow and ice, may cause damage to the vehicle interior and the electrical system.

• Remove snow and ice from the vehicle roof before using the power sunroof in winter temperatures.
• Always close the power sunroof before leaving the vehicle and when there is precipitation.

NOTICE
If you use a power sunroof with a roof rack mounted, the power sunroof may be damaged.

• Keep the power sunroof closed when using a roof rack.

Remove leaves and other loose objects from the power sunroof guide rails regularly, either by hand or with a vacuum cleaner.
The pinch protection will not function correctly if the sunroof is malfunctioning. Contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

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Tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof convenience opening and closing

Convenience opening and closing
The sunroof can be opened and closed from outside the vehicle using the vehicle key.

1. Does not apply to the US or Canada: Press and hold the unlock or lock button on the vehicle key. The sunroof will be tilted or closed.
2. To stop the function, release the unlock or lock button.

When using the convenience closing function, all windows in the doors and the sunroof will be closed. When all of the windows and the power sunroof are closed, the turn signals will blink once as a confirmation.
Settings for the sunroof can be adjusted in the vehicle settings in the Infotainment system.

Sunroof pinch protection
The pinch protection reduces the risk of pinching injuries ⇒. If the sunroof is obstructed while it is closing, it will open again automatically.

1. Check why the sunroof is not closing.
2. Try again to close the sunroof.
3. If the sunroof is still not able to close, close the sunroof without pinch protection.

Closing the sunroof without pinch protection

1. If you still cannot close the tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof, swipe forward over the function key within 5 seconds and hold until the power sunroof is completely closed.
2. If the power sunroof still cannot close, then contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
   Depending on the position of the tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof, the power sunroof will stop moving or open completely if the control panel is released prematurely.

WARNING
Closing the power sunroof without pinch protection may result in serious or fatal injuries.

• Always be careful when closing the power sunroof.
• Do not close the power sunroof if anyone is in its way, especially if it is closing without pinch protection.
• Note that the pinch protection does not prevent fingers or body parts from being trapped against the roof frame.

Pinch protection also occurs when convenience closes the windows and sunroof with the vehicle key.

Troubleshooting

If the sunroof is not closing

• The sunroof only works when the ignition is on. The sunroof can still be opened or closed for a brief period after the ignition has been switched off, as long as the driver’s or front passenger’s door has not been opened.
• If it is not possible to close the sunroof using the power controls, the sunroof must be closed manually. Some vehicle components must be removed to close the sunroof manually. Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Controls are responding differently than expected
Moisture, dirt and grease may limit the functioning of the controls.

1. Always keep the control panels clean and dry.

Steering wheel

Adjusting the steering wheel position mechanically
Fig. 64 Under the steering wheel in the steering column trim panel: lever to adjust the steering wheel position manually (general example).
Fig. 65 On the steering wheel: nine o’clock and three o’clock position (general example).
Only adjust the steering wheel before driving or while the vehicle is stationary ⇒

1. Tilt the lever fig. 64 downward.
2. Adjust the steering wheel so that it can be firmly held at the outer edge with both hands at the nine o’clock and three o’clock position fig. 65.
3. Press the lever up until it locks flush with the steering column trim panel ⇒ .

WARNING
Incorrect use of the steering wheel adjuster and an incorrect steering wheel adjustment could cause serious or fatal injuries.

• Always push the lever fig. 64 upward into its locked position after adjusting so that you do not change the steering wheel position unintentionally while driving.
• Never adjust the steering wheel while driving. If you find the steering wheel must be adjusted while driving, stop the vehicle safely and adjust the steering wheel correctly.
• The steering wheel must always face toward the chest and never toward the face. Otherwise, the protective function of the driver’s front airbag may be limited in the event of an accident.
• To reduce the risk of injuries if the driver’s front airbag deploys, always hold the outer edge of the steering wheel firmly with both hands in the nine o’clock and three o’clock position fig. 65.
• Never hold the steering wheel in the noon position or in any other way, such as holding the centre of the steering wheel. Otherwise, the arms, hands, and head could be seriously injured if the driver’s front airbag deploys.

FAQs

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