Remote Access
Enhanced vehicle control and convenience
Drivers can remotely start their engine (if their vehicle is equipped with remote start), lock or unlock their doors, and honk and flash their vehicle's lights. With these features, owners have greater control and convenience over their vehicle's functions.
Remote Access features
Some features and functions may not be available for certain models and model years. Check the chart below for more information on vehicle functionality.
Remote Access vehicle compatibility
Activation of all services requires a Car-Net® Subscription and acceptance of Terms of Service. Features listed may vary and are dependent upon the software version in your vehicle.
Year / Vehicle Type | Package / Service | More Information |
|---|---|---|
Atlas Cross Sport | Remote Access | Remote start via myVW app is only available if vehicle is equipped with remote start capabilities |
Atlas | Remote Access | Remote start via myVW app is only available if vehicle is equipped with remote start capabilities |
Arteon | Remote Access | Remote start via myVW app is only available if vehicle is equipped with remote start capabilities |
Tiguan | Remote Access | Remote start via myVW app is only available if vehicle is equipped with remote start capabilities |
Passat | Remote Access | Remote Start via myVW app is unavailable due to vehicle capabilities |
Jetta | Remote Access | Remote start via myVW app is only available if vehicle is equipped with remote start capabilities |
Jetta GLI | Remote Access | Remote start via myVW app is only available if vehicle is equipped with remote start capabilities |
Taos | Remote Access | Remote start via myVW app is only available if vehicle is equipped with remote start capabilities |
Golf | Remote Access | Remote Start unavailable due to Vehicle capabilities |
Golf GTI | Remote Access | Remote Start unavailable due to Vehicle capabilities |
Golf R | Remote Access | Remote Start unavailable due to Vehicle capabilities |
ID.4 | Remote Access | Excludes Vehicle Health Reports, POI/Destinations, Vehicle Status, and Roadside Call Assist for model year 2021 Remote Door Lock/Unlock only available for ID.4s equipped with software 5.0 |
Package / Service
Remote Access
More Information
Remote start via myVW app is only available if vehicle is equipped with remote start capabilities
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