control of the vehicle and increases the risk of
serious injury.
Driving
· Make sure nothing can prevent you from operating
the pedals at all times.
driving directions
· Always fix the mats well in the footrest area.
pedals
· Never place other mats or any other type of covering
on the already assembled mat.
· Prevent objects from falling into the driver's footrest
area while driving.
· With the vehicle parked, remove objects from the
footrest area.
NOTICE
The pedals should always be able to be operated
without impediments. So e.g. For example, when one
of the brake system circuits fails, the brake pedal travel
required to stop the vehicle increases. In this case, you
have to press the brake pedal more fully and with more
force than usual.
Fig. 116 In the footwell area: pedals on vehicles with
manual gearbox.
gear recommendation
Fig. 117 In the footwell area: pedals in vehicles with
automatic gearbox.
Fig. 118 On the instrument panel screen: gear
recommendation.
Legend to ÿ fig. 116 and fig. 117:
Legend of fig. 118:
1 accelerator pedal
A Gear currently engaged
2 Brake pedal
B Recommended gear that should be engaged
3 Clutch pedal for vehicles with manual transmission
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, a
Never allow any object or mat to hinder the activation
and movement of the pedals.
recommendation may be displayed on the instrument
panel screen while driving with the number of the gear
that should be selected to save fuel.
Only use mats that leave the area of the pedals free and
that are fixed in the footrest area in such a way that they
do not shift.
For vehicles with automatic gearbox, the selector lever
must be in the Tiptronic position ÿ p. 149.
WARNING
If the optimal gear is engaged, no recommendation will
appear. The gear that is currently engaged will be
displayed.
The presence of objects in the driver's footrest area
may make it difficult to operate the pedals. This can
cause loss of con
3 G 0 0 1 2 7 6 0 A H
133
driving directions
Information regarding the “cleanliness” of the particulate
Driving foresight An irregular
filter The engine management detects if the particulate filter
driving style increases consumption. By paying attention to
traffic, you can avoid frequent acceleration and braking.
Maintaining a sufficient distance from the vehicle in front helps
to drive proactively.
is close to being saturated and contributes to its regeneration by
recommending the optimum gear.
For this, it may be necessary to drive exceptionally with a
high engine speed ÿ page. 297.
Let the vehicle coast in gear to take advantage of engine
braking, e.g. For example, when approaching a traffic light.
ATTENTION
Taking advantage of
The gear recommendation is only an auxiliary function and
cannot replace the driver's attention.
inertia Vehicles with automatic gearbox: When driving with the
selector lever in position D without pressing the accelerator or
the brake, the vehicle rolls (moves by inertia) with hardly any
energy consumption.
· The driver is responsible for choosing the correct gear
depending on the situation at hand, e.g. e.g., when
overtaking or in mountainous sections
sos.
Energy-saving shifting Upshifting early when
the engine speed has reached 2,000 rpm saves energy. Do not
rush the marches and avoid high regimes.
Selecting the optimal gear can save fuel.
The indication of the recommended gear goes out
Vehicles with manual gearbox: Immediately after starting the
when the clutch pedal is depressed in vehicles with
manual gearbox or when the selector lever is moved out of
the Tiptronic position in vehicles with automatic gearbox.
gear, shift from 1st to 2nd gear.
Vehicles with automatic gearbox: Accelerate slowly and avoid
fully pressing the accelerator (kick-down).
Observe the gear recommendation ÿ p. 133.
Economy driving style
Use the Eco driving profile as far as possible ÿ p. 156.
With an appropriate driving style, consumption,
Avoid full throttle
environmental pollution and wear on the engine, brakes
and tires are reduced. Here are some tips that are good for
Never drive at the maximum speed of the vehicle.
At excessively high speeds, the aerodynamic resistance
the environment and for your wallet.
increases and thus the force required to move the vehicle.
reduce idle
Set off immediately and with a low engine speed. In situations
where a long downtime is expected (eg in a traffic jam or at a
level crossing), do not let the engine idle, but switch it off.
On vehicles with the Start-Stop system activated, the engine
can be automatically switched off during stopping processes
and when the vehicle is stopped ÿ page. 144.
Refuel sparingly A fuel tank
filled to the brim increases the weight of the vehicle. Half or
three quarters of the tank is enough, especially for urban
journeys.
Fig. 119 Fuel consumption in l/100 km at two different
ambient temperatures.
134
Driving
Avoid short journeys
Saving energy
When the engine is cold, it consumes a lot of fuel.
The alternator, which is driven by the engine,
generates energy for comfort consumers such as the
air conditioning, ventilation or heated windscreen and
rear window. Saving energy is easy, e.g. eg:
The optimum operating temperature is not reached
until a few kilometers (miles) have been driven.
At very low ambient temperatures, e.g. eg in winter
consumption is higher than normal ÿ fig. 119.
Plan trips cost-effectively and combine short trips
— When the outside temperatures are high,
ventilate the passenger compartment before
setting off and drive for a while with the windows open.
Connect the air conditioner then, and not before.
them.
— Switch off the comfort consumers when
have fulfilled their mission.
Performing regular maintenance
Regular maintenance is essential for economical
driving and increases the life of the vehicle.
WARNING
Always adapt the speed and the safety distance
with respect to the preceding vehicle depending
on the visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.
Take tire pressure into account Tire
pressure that is too low not only causes tire wear,
but also increases rolling resistance and, with it,
consumption.
Use tires with optimized rolling resistance.
NOTICE
Never let the vehicle roll downhill with the selector
lever in the neutral position N. The transmission is
not lubricated and can be damaged.
Adjust the tire pressure to the load: — Observe
the information on the tire pressure sticker ÿ p. 342.
Learn about other ways to protect the
— Tire monitoring system ÿ p. 334 — O tire pressure
monitoring system ÿ p. 336
environment. Think Blue. is Volkswagen's
brand worldwide to promote sustainability and
environmental compatibility.
Use anti-friction synthetic motor oil
Volkswagen dealers can provide you with
further information on proper vehicle
maintenance and spare parts, e.g. For example,
new, particularly energy-efficient tyres.
Low-viscosity fully synthetic engine oils reduce
frictional resistance in the engine and distribute better
and faster, especially on cold engine starts.
Depending on the equipment, on vehicles
with active cylinder management (ACT® ),
certain engine cylinders can be automatically
deactivated if the driving situation does not require
Remove unnecessary
weight If the luggage compartment is emptied of
e.g. For example, snow chains or unused child
seats, consumption can be reduced.
excessive power. While the cylinders are deactivated,
To keep the vehicle's aerodynamic drag as low as
no fuel is injected into the cylinders, thereby reducing
overall fuel consumption.
possible, remove exterior accessories, such as a
ski rack, bike rack, or roof rack, when you no longer
need them.
3 G 0 0 1 2 7 6 0 A H
135
driving directions
Think Blue. Trainer.
Fig. 120 En el sistema de infotainment: Think Blue. Trainer.
The ThinkBlue. Trainer. analyzes and displays your driving
style and helps you drive more economically.
Adapt the speed.
Economy driving style
5 Consumption:
The average fuel consumption Since departure is
Legend of fig. 120:
1 “Blue Score”:
displayed. If the border is blue it means that the driving
style is efficient and constant. If the driving style is not
efficient, the border is shown in grey.
The higher the value displayed on a scale from 0 to 100,
the more efficient the driving style. If the border is blue it
means that the driving style is efficient and constant. If the
driving style is not efficient, the border is shown in grey.
Click on the indication to open a statistic of the last 30
minutes of walking since the start.
6 Tips to save energy:
Click on the indication to open a statistic of the last 30
Press the ThinkBlue function button . to display additional
minutes of walking since the start.
tips.
Open ThinkBlue. Trainer.
2 Accelerate and brake:
If the speed is constant, the two arcs remain in the
central zone. When speed up or
— Depending on the equipment, press the button or the or of
tainment function
the info system
button.
the vehicle is braked, the arches move downwards or
upwards.
— Press the Vehicle function buttons
Think Blue. Trainer.
,
selection and
3 Indication of development:
The effectiveness of driving behavior is indicated by blue
bars. The white bar memorizes a blue bar every 5 seconds
WARNING
approx.
If the driver is distracted it can lead to an accident and injury.
Operating the infotainment system can distract attention from
traffic.
The larger the bar, the more efficient the driving style will
have been.
4 Driving Tips:
· Always drive paying attention to traffic and responsibly.
Drive more proactively.
gear recommendation
136
Driving
If the brake booster does not work or the vehicle is towed,
the brake pedal must be depressed more forcefully, as
the stopping distance increases due to the lack of
assistance from the brake booster ÿ .
Information about the brakes
For the first 200 to 300 km (100 to 200 miles) the
new brake pads do not offer their full stopping power
and have yet to “break in” ÿ . This slight reduction in
braking force can be compensated for by pressing the
brake pedal harder. While the brake pads are run in,
the braking distance under full braking or in an
emergency is longer than after running in. During
taxiing, hard braking and situations where the brakes
are heavily applied should be avoided, e.g. For example,
driving too close to another vehicle.
WARNING
Driving with worn brake pads or a faulty brake system
can cause accidents and serious injuries.
· If the warning light comes on on the instrument
only or
,
panel screen accompanied by a message, go
immediately to a specialized workshop and request
a check of the brake pads and, if they are worn,
their replacement.
The wear of the brake pads depends, to a large
extent, on the conditions in which the vehicle is used
and on the driving style. If the vehicle is frequently used
in urban traffic and for short journeys or is driven sportily,
have the pad thickness checked regularly by a specialist
workshop.
WARNING
At first, the braking capacity of the brake pads is not
optimal.
· During the first 300 km, the new brake pads do
not offer their maximum braking capacity and still
have to “break in”.
If you are driving with wet brakes, for example after
driving through water, in heavy rain or after washing the
vehicle, braking performance may be reduced due to
wet brake discs or even freezing in winter. It will be
necessary to brake as soon as possible with care and at
a high speed until the brakes dry out. In doing so, care
must be taken not to endanger vehicles behind or other
road users ÿ .
This can be counteracted by putting more pressure
on the brake pedal.
· When the brake pads are new, with
Drive with extra caution to reduce the risk of
accidents, serious injury, or loss of vehicle control.
· During the break-in of the new brake pads, never
ride too close to other vehicles or create situations
where you have to apply a lot to the brakes.
If the brake discs and pads have a layer of salt,
the braking capacity is reduced and the stopping
distance increases. When driving on roads sprinkled
WARNING
When the brakes are overheated, their stopping
with salt without braking for some time, the layer of salt
must be filed down by braking carefully ÿ .
power is reduced and the stopping distance is
increased.
· When driving downhill, the brakes are particularly
stressed and heat up very quickly.
Corrosion on the brake discs and soiling of the brake
pads are exacerbated if the vehicle is not used for a long
time, does not cover many kilometers or is under-utilized .
· For a long journey with a steep descent, reduce
speed and engage a lower gear (in the case of a
manual gearbox or if you are using the Tiptronic
mode of the automatic gearbox). In this way, the
If the brake pads are not applied, if they are not applied
enough or if there is corrosion, Volkswagen recommends
cleaning the brake discs and pads by braking hard
several times while driving at high speed. In doing so,
engine brake is used and the brakes are not so
requested.
care must be taken not to endanger vehicles behind or
other road users ÿ .
· Non-standard or damaged front spoilers can adversely
affect brake ventilation and cause the brakes to
overheat.
Brake servo
WARNING
The brake booster only works with the engine running
Wet, frozen or salt covered brakes brake later and
extend the stopping distance.
and is responsible for increasing the pressure that the
driver exerts on the brake pedal.
3 G 0 0 1 2 7 6 0 A H
137
driving directions
· Test the brakes carefully.
increase the braking distance in case of hard or emergency
braking and cause accidents and serious injuries.
· Always dry and release the ice brakes and brake
repeatedly with caution if the visibility, weather,
road and traffic conditions allow it.
· Secure the load correctly to prevent it from
shifting.
· Secure heavy objects with suitable lashing
straps or lashing straps.
WARNING
If you are driving without a brake booster or with limited brake
· Fit the rear seat backs well.
booster function, the stopping distance may be greatly
increased and serious accidents and injuries may result.
Driving with the tailgate open
· Never turn off the engine or switch off the ignition
when the vehicle is moving.
· If the brake booster does not work or the vehicle
Driving with the tailgate open is especially dangerous. Secure
all objects and the open tailgate correctly, and take appropriate
measures to reduce the ingress of toxic exhaust gases into the
passenger compartment.
is towed, you will need to apply more force on
the brake pedal, as the stopping distance
increases due to the lack of assistance from
the brake booster.
· Always leave the area under the pedals free so
that the brake pedal can move freely.
WARNING
Driving with the tailgate unlocked or open can cause serious
injury.
When the front brake pads are checked, the rear ones
should also be checked.
Always drive with the tailgate closed
wrong
On a regular basis, the thickness of all brake pads should
be visually checked through the holes in the rims or from the
· Place all objects in the trunk of
safe way. Otherwise, loose objects could fall out of the
boot and injure road users behind.
underside of the vehicle. If necessary, the wheels should be
removed for further inspection. Volkswagen recommends going
to a Volkswagen dealer for this.
· Always drive carefully and with special care.
· Avoid sudden braking and manoeuvres, as the
open tailgate could move uncontrollably.
Driving with a loaded vehicle
· When transporting objects that protrude from the
trunk, mark them accordingly to warn other
road users. Observe the legal provisions.
In order to achieve suitable driving characteristics with a loaded
vehicle, please note the following:
· Never use the boot lid to secure or immobilize
objects that protrude from the boot.
— Store all luggage securely ÿ p. 265.
— Accelerate with special care and caution.
· If you have a luggage rack mounted on the
tailgate, remove it together with the load when
you have to drive with the tailgate open.
— Avoid sudden braking and maneuvers.
— Brake earlier than usual.
— If necessary, note the information on the roof rack ÿ p. 280, ÿ
p. 282.
WARNING
With the tailgate open, toxic exhaust gases can enter the
passenger compartment. This can cause unconsciousness,
carbon monoxide poisoning, accidents and serious injuries.
— If necessary, observe the information on driving with a trailer
ÿ p. 282.
WARNING
A displacement of the load could seriously threaten the
stability and safety of the vehicle.
138
Driving
· To prevent the entry of toxic exhaust gases,
always drive with the tailgate closed.
NOTICE
When going through water they can be seriously damaged
vehicle components, such as the engine, gearbox, running
· If in exceptional cases you have to drive with the
tailgate open, do the following to reduce the
entry of toxic exhaust gases into the passenger
compartment:
gear or electrical system
co.
· Never cross salt water; salt can cause corrosion.
Immediately rinse vehicle parts that have come
into contact with salt water with fresh water.
— Close all windows and glass roof
of
— Disconnect the air recirculation system.
heating and ventilation or air conditioning system.
— Open all dash air vents
of instruments.
engine break-in
A new engine should be broken in for the first 1,500 kilometers
(1,000 miles). All moving parts should be able to synchronize.
During the first hours of operation, the internal friction of the motor
is much higher than later.
— Set the highest level of the heating and ventilation
system or climate control fan.
NOTICE
With the tailgate open, the height and, if necessary, the length
of the vehicle vary.
Up to 1000 kilometers (600 miles): — Do not
give full throttle.
— Do not request the engine at more than 2/3 of its speed
maximum.
Driving on flooded roads
— Do not drive with a trailer ÿ p. 282.
From 1000 to 1500 kilometers (600 to 1000 miles): —
Gradually increase the speed and engine speed.
To avoid damaging the vehicle when driving, e.g. For
example, through flooded roads, note the following:
— The water must in no case exceed the bor
from underbody ÿ .
Driving style during the first 1,500 kilometers (1,000
— Proceed at pedestrian speed.
miles) also influences engine quality. Afterwards, it is also
— Never stop the vehicle in the water, back up, or turn off the
advisable to drive at moderate engine speeds, especially when
engine.
it is cold, to reduce wear and increase mileage.
— Vehicles traveling in the opposite direction create waves
that can raise the water level so high for the vehicle itself
that it is not possible to cross the water safely.
Do not drive at too low a speed. Always downshift when the
engine does not turn properly.
— Whenever you cross water, manually disconnect the Start-
Stop system ÿ p. 144.
The tires ÿ p. 339 and the brake pads ÿ p. 137 new ones have
to undergo careful running-in.
WARNING
After going through water, mud, mud, etc., the braking ability
If the engine is properly broken in, it will increase its
may be reduced and the braking distance may increase
useful life and, at the same time, reduce the consumption
because the brake discs and pads are wet or even frozen in
of engine oil.
winter.
· Carry out a few careful stops to dry the brakes
and free them from ice. When doing so, do not
endanger other road users and comply with
legal provisions.
Use of the vehicle in other
countries and continents
Avoid braking immediately after
go through water
3 G 0 0 1 2 7 6 0 A H
The vehicle has been manufactured for a certain country and
complies with the provisions of homologation vi
139
driving directions
people in that country at the time the vehicle was manufactured.
— Immediately visit a specialized workshop.
If you are going to use the vehicle temporarily or for a short
period of time abroad, please observe the corresponding notes
ÿ p. 41.
Start and shut down the
motor
If you are going to sell the vehicle in another country
or use it in another country for a long period of time,
please take into account the legal provisions in force
in the country in question.
Start and start button
In some cases it will be necessary to subsequently mount or
dismount certain equipment, as well as deactivate certain
functions. The sets and types of services may also be affected.
This can happen especially when the vehicle is to be used in
another climatic region for a long period of time.
Due to the different frequency bands around the world, the
factory-fitted infotainment system may not work in another
country.
NOTICE
Fig. 121 In the lower part of the center console:
ignition and start button to start the engine.
· Volkswagen is not responsible for damages suffered by the
vehicle due to poor quality fuel, insufficient work or a scarce
availability of original spare parts.
The engine is started with a push button to start and start
(Press & Drive).
· Volkswagen is not responsible if the vehicle does
not meet the legal requirements in force in other
countries and continents or if it only partially meets them.
The vehicle will only work if there is a valid key inside the vehicle.
If the ignition is off, opening the driver's door to get out of the
vehicle activates the electronic steering column lock ÿ p. 155.
Problems and solutions
Switching the ignition on and off Press the
Brake system failure
ignition and start button once without pressing the brake or
The warning lamp lights up red.
A message may also be displayed.
Do not continue the march!
clutch pedal ÿ .
Automatic ignition shutdown
If the Start-Stop system has switched off the engine and the
driver is detected to be absent, the ignition is automatically
switched off after a certain time. If the dipped beam was on at
— Inform a specialized workshop and have it
check the brake system.
that moment, the position light will remain on for approx. 30
minutes. The position light can be turned off by locking the vehicle
ÿ p. 80 or manually ÿ p. 110.
brake pad wear indicator
The control indicator lights up yellow.
The brake pads are worn.
Function to restart the engine
— Immediately visit a specialized workshop.
If no valid key is detected in the passenger compartment after
the engine has been switched off, approx. 5 seconds to restart
it. A warning to this effect will appear on the instrument cluster
display.
— Have all brake pads checked and, if necessary, replaced.
If the braking ability of the vehicle changes
If the brake pads are worn, or if you notice that the vehicle no
longer brakes normally (sudden increase in stopping distance):
140
Driving
2024 VW Passat Owner's Manual
VW Passat B7 Service & Repair Manual
VW Passat B6 Service & Repair Manual
