Description & Operation: PASSAT

Power windows can be operated for about 10 minutes after ignition is switched off providing driver or passenger door is not opened. Rear windows can be operated at each rear door panel or by switches on driver's door panel. Rear windows can be locked out from operating at rear door panel by pressing a window lock button on driver's door panel.

If vehicle battery is disconnected or battery becomes discharged, window automatic closing and opening feature will be disabled. To reactivate automatic window functions, see REACTIVATING AUTOMATIC WINDOW FUNCTIONS  under PROGRAMMING.

Window switch on driver's door is equipped with a dual function switch. When window switch is pushed up or down to the first detent, window will open or close as long as switch is activated. If window switch is pushed up or down all the way briefly, window will automatically open or close (one touch feature). When window switch on passenger door is pushed, window will open or close only as long as switch is activated.

Windows are equipped with pinch protection. If something should block window operation while closing, window will automatically stop and open. When closing windows from outside using key in door, pinch protection is disabled. If window is opened by pinch protection activation, and window switch is pushed closed again within 5 seconds, pinch protection is disabled.