— Flip the cover up over the selector lever ÿ .
If it were on a slope, it could start moving unexpectedly
and cause an accident and serious injury.
There are two types of emergency release of the
selector lever depending on the equipment:
NOTICE
Carry out an emergency release of the selector lever:
If the vehicle is driven with the engine off and the
selector lever in position N for a long time or at high
speed (eg when being towed), the DSG® dual-clutch
transmission will be damaged.
— Using the flat blade of the screwdriver from the on-
board tools, carefully press the release lever in the
direction of the arrow ÿ fig. 128 and keep the lever
in this position (variant 1).
NOTICE
— OR: Press the release lever in the direction of the
arrow ÿ fig. 129 and hold it in this position (variant
2).
· The first time transmission overheat is indicated, stop
the vehicle safely or go faster than 20 km/h (12 mph).
— Press the lock button located at the front of the
selector lever knob and move the selector lever to
position N.
· If the message and the audible warning signal repeat
approximately every 10 seconds, immediately bring
the vehicle to a safe stop and turn off the engine. Wait
for the change to cool down.
— After emergency release, carefully fit the cover into
the center console making sure that the cables are in
the position
correct.
· To avoid damage to the derailleur, do not continue the
drive until the acoustic warning has not stopped.
While the gear is overheated, avoid continually pulling
emergency program
If all the selector lever positions are highlighted on a
light background on the instrument panel display, it
into gear and moving forward at pedestrian speed.
means that there is something wrong with the system.
The double embra change
gue DSG® then works in an emergency program.
In this program the vehicle can still be driven, but at a
low speed and not in all gears.
driving on slopes
Hill assist function
If the vehicle is equipped with a DSG® dual-clutch
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transmission , revesrosme egecaarsmesay. not be possible in
On vehicles with dual clutch transmission
DSG®
, the downhill assist function helps to brake when
going downhill ÿ . To do this, this function takes
advantage of the engine brake.
In any case, go to a specialized workshop as soon as
possible and have the DSG® dual clutch transmission
checked .
The DSG® dual-clutch transmission selects the
optimal gear based on the existing gradient and the
speed at which it is driving. For this, the selector lever
must be in the D/S position. In Tiptronic mode the
downhill assist function is not active.
The vehicle does not move despite being selected
in a gear ratio
If the vehicle does not move in the desired direction,
the system may not have engaged the gear ratio
correctly.
As the downhill assist function can only downshift to a
maximum of 3rd gear, it may be necessary to switch to
Tiptronic mode when descending very steep sections.
Once in Tiptronic mode, manually shift into 1st or 2nd
gear to take advantage of engine braking and brake relief.
— Depress the brake pedal and re-select the gear ratio.
— If the vehicle still does not move in the desired
direction, there is a fault in the system. Request the
help of specialized personnel and have the system
checked.
When the downhill assist function is active, the Start-
Stop system is automatically deactivated.
WARNING
Never release the parking lock while the
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electronic parking brake is disengaged. Otherwise, if
the vehicle
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The downhill assist function is activated automatically:
Descent assistant (Alltrack)
— If the slope is greater than 6% approx.
When the descent assist is active, the control indicator lights up
green.
— Y: if the selector lever is in the D/S position.
When the descent assist is not active, the control indicator lights
up in grey. The system is connected, but it is not regulating.
— Additionally, if cruise control (GRA) or adaptive cruise
control (ACC) is deactivated: if the speed is less than approx.
80 km/h (50 mph) or if the brake is applied.
Descent Assist limits speed on steep downhills by automatically
engaging the brakes on all four wheels, both forward and reverse.
By remaining active, the anti-lock braking system prevents the
wheels from locking up. On vehicles with a manual gearbox, the
downhill assist adapts the target speed without braking the engine
below its idle speed.
— Additionally, if cruise control (GRA) or adaptive cruise
control (ACC) is active: if the stored speed is exceeded.
The downhill assist function is automatically deactivated:
— If the slope decreases.
After starting down a hill below 30 km/h (19 mph), speed is
limited to a minimum of 2 km/h (1 mph) and a maximum of 30 km/
h (19 mph). Whenever he sees fit, the driver may speed up or
— OR: if the transmission is upshifted because the engine speed
is higher than approx. 4500 rpm.
slow down within the mentioned speed limits by accelerating or
braking.
— Or, additionally with cruise control (GRA) or adaptive
cruise control (ACC) active: Whether the stored speed can
be maintained.
Even so, it is essential that the surface guarantees sufficient
adhesion. For this reason, the descent assist will not be able to
fulfill its function when, for example, going down slopes with icy or
slippery surfaces.
WARNING
The intelligent technology of the downhill assist function cannot
overcome the limits imposed by physical laws and only works
within the limits of the system. Never let the increased
convenience provided by start-up wizards lure you into taking
risks that compromise safety.
Descent assist intervenes automatically if the following conditions
are met:
— The vehicle engine is running.
— Offroad driving profile is selected ÿ p. 156.
· Any accidental movement of the vehicle can cause serious
injury.
— Driving at a speed of less than 30 km/h
· The downhill assist function cannot replace the driver's
(19 mph) (the indication is shown on the instrument panel
attention.
display).
· Always adapt your speed and driving style to the visibility,
— The slope is at least 10% if driving forwards and 9% if going
weather, road and traffic conditions.
backwards.
The downhill assist function does not always
It doesn't slow down or speed up.
pre can hold the vehicle stationary on a hill or brake it
Hill Descent Assist is deactivated if the vehicle speed exceeds 30
sufficiently downhill, e.g. g., on slippery or frozen surfaces.
km/h (19 mph), if you brake or accelerate, or if the grade is less
than 5%.
WARNING
WARNING
Always be prepared to brake. Otherwise, accidents and injuries
The intelligent descent assist technology cannot overcome the
may occur.
limits imposed by the laws of physics and only works within the
The downhill assist function is only
limits of the system. Never let the added convenience provided
an auxiliary function that cannot always brake the vehicle
by start wizards lure you into taking risks that compromise safety.
sufficiently when going downhill.
· The vehicle speed may increase despite the downhill assist
function.
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— Switch off the ignition, then open the driver's door.
The steering column is locked.
· Any accidental movement of the vehicle can cause serious
injury.
· Hill Descent Assist cannot replace the driver's attention.
If you do not want the steering column to lock, first open
the driver's door and then switch the ignition off. The
steering column remains unlocked until the vehicle is
locked.
· Always adapt your speed and driving style to the visibility,
weather, road and traffic conditions.
The descent assistant cannot always
keeping the vehicle stopped on a hill or braking
Steering control assistance The
sufficiently downhill, e.g. e.g., on their slippery or
frozen surfaces.
steering control assistance assists the driver in critical
driving situations. When contra-steering it helps you by
increasing the force applied to the steering wheel ÿ .
WARNING
Always be prepared to brake. Otherwise, accidents
and injuries may occur.
Progressive steering
Depending on equipment, progressive steering can adapt
the steering force to the driving situation. Progressive
steering only works with the engine running.
· Hill Descent Assist is only an auxiliary system that under
certain circumstances will not be able to brake the vehicle
sufficiently when going downhill.
In city traffic, you don't need to steer as much when
· The speed of the vehicle may increase despite the intervention
of the descent assistant.
parking, maneuvering or making tight turns.
On the highway or dual carriageway, progressive
steering transmits, e.g. For example, when cornering, a
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sportier, more direct and noticeably more dynamic
driving experience.
Information regarding the address of the
vehicle
WARNING
If the power steering does not work, much more force
is required to turn the steering wheel, which can make
the vehicle more difficult to control.
To make the vehicle more difficult to steal, always lock
the steering before leaving the vehicle.
· The power steering only works with the engine running.
The direction
On vehicles with electromechanical steering, power
· Never allow the vehicle to move with the engine off.
steering adjusts automatically based on driving speed,
steering wheel torque and wheel orientation. The
· Never switch off the ignition when the vehicle is moving.
electromechanical steering only works with the engine
The steering column lock could seize and it would not be
running. When the Start-Stop system intervenes and
possible to control the vehicle.
turns off the engine, the steering continues to work.
WARNING
If the power steering does not work or does not work
Steering control assist assists the driver, in
conjunction with ESC, in controlling the direction of
the vehicle in critical driving situations.
correctly, you will have to apply significantly more
force than usual to move the steering wheel.
On vehicles with drive profile selection, the selected
profile can influence the behavior of the power steering.
However, it is the driver who has to control the
direction of the vehicle at all times.
Steering control aid does not.
Electronic steering column lock
NOTICE
— Bring the vehicle to a stop and, if necessary, position the lever
selector ca in position P.
If the vehicle needs to be towed, leave the ignition on
so that the steering wheel does not lock up and the
turn signals, horn, and washer can be used.
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Driving profile
selection
steering fault
Introduction to the topic
The warning light comes on or flashes red.
There is a breakdown in the electromechanical steering or
electronic lock of the steering column.
Using the driving profiles, the driver can adapt various
characteristics of the vehicle systems to the current driving
situation, the desired ride comfort and an economical
- Do not continue the march! Request the help of specialized
personnel.
driving style. Some of the systems that can be adapted are
the suspension, propulsion and climate control.
— If the warning light turns red, the steering may be hard
because the electromechanical steering does not work.
— If the warning lamp flashes red, the steering column cannot
be unlocked.
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, various driving profiles
can be selected. The degree of influence of the vehicle systems
on the various driving profiles depends on the vehicle's equipment.
steering fault
The control indicator lights up or flashes yellow.
Vehicles with adaptive suspension (DCC)
Management puts up more resistance or reacts more
sensitively than usual.
While driving, the adaptive suspension (DCC) continuously
adapts the damping to the terrain and driving situation in question,
also taking into account the vehicle configuration of the selected
driving profile.
The control lamp comes on permanently: — Start the engine
again and drive slowly for a short distance.
— If the control indicator remains on, go to a specialized
workshop.
The Comfort driving profile is only available on vehicles with
adaptive suspension (DCC).
The control lamp flashes: — Turn the
Driving profiles and ambient lighting
steering wheel slightly to either side.
Depending on the equipment, the color of the ambient lighting
varies depending on the selected driving profile.
— Switch the ignition off and on again.
— Observe the messages on the display of the
instrument panel.
— If the control indicator continues to flash after
switch on the ignition, do not continue driving. Request the
Select a driving profile
help of specialized personnel.
The steering column does not lock Vehicles
with a DSG dual-clutch transmission: Depending on equipment,
the vehicle may not have an electronic steering column lock.
Fig. 130 On the center console: MODE button for
selecting the driving profiles.
The driving profile can be selected with the ignition on and the
vehicle stationary or moving ÿ .
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