Vehicle with manual transmission
Start-Stop system
— When coasting or with the vehicle stopped, engage
neutral and release the clutch pedal. The engine shuts
down.
Start-Stop system
— To restart the engine, depress the clutch.
Vehicles with DSG® dual clutch transmission
— To stop, step on the brake pedal and hold it down.
Shortly before or when the vehicle comes to a stop,
the engine is switched off.
— To restart the engine, take your foot off the brake pedal
or step on the accelerator.
Important conditions for automatic engine shutdown
Fig. 123 At the bottom of the center console: Start-Stop
— The driver has a seat belt on
fallen.
system button.
The Start-Stop system automatically shuts off the
engine when the vehicle comes to a standstill and when
the vehicle is stopped. If necessary, the motor restarts
automatically.
— The driver's door is closed.
— The engine hood is closed.
— The motor has reached a minimum temperature.
— Vehicles with Climatronic: The passenger compartment
Connect the Start-Stop system
temperature is within the preset values and the air
humidity is not too high.
This function is activated automatically when connecting
The ignition. Information about the current status is
shown on the instrument panel display.
— The defrost/defog function of the air conditioner is not
activated.
— The 12 volt battery state of charge is sufficient.
More information about the Start-Stop system can be
called up in the infotainment system by pressing the button
or the function button and the function buttons Vehicle
— The 12 volt battery temperature is not too low or too
high.
.
,
Selection and vehicle status
— The vehicle is not on a very steep slope.
Whenever you cross water, manually disconnect the
Start-Stop system.
— Vehicles with a DSG® dual clutch transmission: The
control witnesses
steering wheel is not turned too far.
— The heated windshield is not connected.
— The reverse gear is not engaged.
If the control indicator lights up, the Start-Stop system
is available and the automatic engine shutdown is active.
— The assisted parking system (Park Assist)
is not activated.
If the control indicator lights up, the Start-Stop system
is not available or has started the engine automatically ÿ
p. 144.
— The Offroad driving profile is not activated.
If the conditions for the engine to be switched off
automatically are met during a vehicle standstill phase, the
engine can also be switched off afterwards, e.g. For
example, if the defrost/defog function is switched off.
The status of the Start-Stop system can be displayed
on the instrument panel display.
In infotainment systems with a navigation function, a quick
access bar to information on the status of the Start-Stop
system can additionally be displayed if necessary. Click
on the i in the bar to get more information about the system
status.
Conditions that cause the engine to restart automatically
The engine can start automatically in the following cases:
— If the passenger compartment gets very hot or cold.
— If the vehicle moves.
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— If the electrical voltage of the 12 volt battery drops
uncles.
control of the vehicle, accidents and serious injuries
know.
— If the steering wheel moves.
· The airbags and seat belt tensioners do not work.
In general, the following applies: The engine automatically restarts
whenever it is necessary for the situation in question and for the
vehicle.
· The servo brake does not work. To stop the vehicle you
have to press the brake pedal with more force.
· The power steering does not work. To turn the steering
wheel more force has to be applied.
Conditions that make it necessary to start the engine
manually
· If the ignition is switched off, the steering column lock may
seize and the vehicle cannot be controlled.
In the following cases, the engine must be started manually:
— If the driver's door is opened.
— If the engine hood is opened.
· When working in the engine compartment, the Start-Stop
system must be deactivated without fail.
Manually disconnect and connect the system
Start-Stop
NOTICE
— To manually disengage the system, press the key on the
center console. When the Start-Stop system is deactivated,
If the Start-Stop system is used for a long time at very high
outside temperatures, the 12 volt battery may be damaged.
the indicator light for the button ÿ fig. 123.
At temperatures above approx. 38°C (100°F), the
— To reactivate the system manually, press the button on the
center console again ÿ fig. 123.
engine shutdown feature may
turn off automatically.
,
Each time the key is pressed on the instrument panel screen,
the status of the system is displayed.
In some cases it may be necessary to restart the engine
manually.
him.
Observe the message that appears in this regard on the
instrument panel display.
When the Start-Stop system has switched off the engine, the
engine starts again immediately if the system is switched off with
the button.
On vehicles with drive profile selection ÿ p. 156, the
Start-Stop system is automatically activated when the
Eco profile is selected.
Whenever you cross water, manually disconnect the Start-
Stop system.
Whenever you cross water, manually disconnect the
Operation of the Start-Stop system in combination with
Start-Stop system.
adaptive cruise control (ACC)
When adaptive cruise control (ACC) actively intervenes on the
brakes until the vehicle stops ÿ p. 165, the engine shuts down.
Problems and solutions
With ACC active, the engine restarts in the following cases:
The engine does not start automatically
— If you step on the accelerator.
— Start the engine manually ÿ p. 141.
— When ACC regulates speed and distance again.
— Deactivate the Start-Stop system manually.
— Immediately visit a specialized workshop.
— When the vehicle in front pulls away
and.
Even if Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is deactivated, the engine
will also restart if the vehicle ahead moves away.
WARNING
Never turn off the engine while the vehicle is moving. This
could cause loss
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Start-Stop system
engine menu is not too high ÿ . Downshifting by
skipping one or more gears at high speeds or at
Manual shift
high engine speeds can cause damage to the clutch
and gearbox, even if the clutch is held down ÿ .
Shift gear: manual shift
WARNING
Rapid acceleration can cause you to lose traction
and cause the vehicle to skid, especially on
slippery roads. This could cause loss of vehicle
control, accidents and serious injury.
· Only accelerate quickly if conditions
Visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions
allow it, and if you do not endanger other road
users with this acceleration and driving style.
· Always adapt your driving style to the traffic.
Fig. 124 Diagram of the gears of a 6-speed manual
gearbox.
· When the ASR is switched off, the drive wheels
can spin, especially if the road surface is wet,
slippery or dirty. This can cause the vehicle to
be unable to steer or control.
Depending on the equipment, the vehicle may be
equipped with a 5-speed manual gearbox.
Engaging forward gears The
position of the individual gears is represented on
the gear lever ÿ fig. 124.
WARNING
If the engine is running, the vehicle starts moving
as soon as a gear is engaged and the clutch pedal
— Fully depress the clutch pedal and hold it
stepped on
is released. This also happens if the electronic
parking brake is on.
nected.
— Move the gear lever to the desired position gives
ÿ .
— Release the clutch pedal to engage the clutch.
· Never engage reverse gear while the vehicle is
moving.
— In some countries the clutch pedal has to be
fully depressed for the engine to start.
WARNING
If you downshift improperly by engaging too low
Engage reverse gear
a gear, you may lose control of the vehicle and
cause an accident and serious injury.
— Engage reverse gear only when the vehicle is
stopped.
— Fully depress the clutch pedal and hold it down
ÿ .
NOTICE
Engaging too low a gear while driving at high
speed or at high engine speeds can cause
considerable damage to the clutch and gearbox.
This can occur even when the clutch pedal is held
down and does not engage.
— Place the gear lever in neutral and push it
down.
— Move the gear lever all the way to the left and
then forward to the reverse gear position ÿ fig.
124 r.
— Release the clutch pedal to engage the clutch.
NOTICE
Downshift
Please note the following to prevent damage and
premature wear:
While driving, the change to a lower gear must
always be done progressively, that is to say, to the
gear immediately below, and when the regi
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