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Ignition lock
Fig. 217 Positions of the vehicle key in the ignition lock .
.--m First read and observe the introductory Information and safety warnings & on page 257.
The steering lock can be activated when there is no vehicle key in the ignition lock.
Vehicle key positions :) Fig. 217
@ Ignition switched off. The vehicle key can be removed.
G) Ignition switched on. The steering lock can be released.
® Start the engine. Release the vehicle key as soon as the engine starts. Once released. the vehicle key moves back to position G).
Non-authorised vehicle key
If a non-authorised vehicle key has been inserted in the ignition lock it can be removed as follows:
• Dual clutch gearbox, DSG®: vehicle key cannot be removed from the ignition lock in this position. Press the lock button in the selector lever and re-lease. The vehicle key can be removed.
• Manual gearbox: remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock.
Starting the engine
A WARNING
Careless or unsupervised use of the vehicle key can lead to accidents or Injuries.
• Always take all vehicle keys with you ev-ery time you leave the vehicle. The engine can be started and electrical equipment such as the window controls can be operated. This can cause serious Injury.
• Never leave children or people requiring assistance alone In the vehicle. They could become trapped In the vehicle in an emergen-cy and may not be able to get themselves to safety. For example, locked vehicles may be subjected to very high or very low tempera-tures, according to season. This can cause serious Injuries and Illness or fatalities, espe-cially for small children.
• Never remove the vehicle key from the ig-nition lock when the vehicle Is In motion. The steering lock may be activated and you will no longer be able to steer the vehicle.
m In vehicles with the DSG® dual clutch W gearbox the vehicle key can only be re-moved from the Ignition lock if the selector lever is in position P. If necessary, press the lock button in the selector lever and then release it.
The steps should only be carried out In the specified order.
Step Vehicles with a manual gearbox I Vehicles with dual clutch gearbox DSG ®
1. Press the brake pedal, if required. Keep it held down until stage 5 has been completed.
Fully depress the clutch pedal until the engine I
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The steps should only be carried out In the specified order.
Step Vehicles with a manual gearbox I Vehicles with dual clutch gearbox DSG ®
2a. Shift the gear stick to a neutral position. I Shift the selector lever to position P or N.
3. Only vehicles with diesel engines: to preheat the engine, turn the vehicle key to position 217 G). The indicator lamp mr lights up in the instrument cluster.
4. Turn vehicle key to position 217 ®-do not depress accelerator.
5. Release the vehicle key once the engine has started.
6. If the engine does not start, stop the procedure and repeat it after approximately one minute.
7. Release the handbrake if you wish to pull away =>page 269.
A WARNING
Never leave the engine running if you leave the vehicle unattended, particularly not if a gear or driving mode has been selected. The vehicle could move suddenly or something unexpected may happen that may cause damage, fire or serious injuries.
A WARNING
Start boosters may explode or suddenly cause the engine to run at high revs.
• Never use a start booster.
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• The starter and the engine could be dam-aged if you attempt to start the engine while the vehicle Is In motion or if the engine is started again immediately after it has been switched off.
Stopping the engine
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• When the engine is cold, avoid high engine speeds, driving at full throttle and overloading the engine.
• Do not push-start or tow-start the vehicle. Unburnt fuel can damage the catalytic convert-er.
&-, Do not warm up the engine by running it W while the vehicle is stationary. Instead, pull off as soon as there is good visibility through the win· dows. This helps the engine to reach operating temperature more quickly and reduces emissions.
m Components with a high power consumption L!:J are switched off temporarily when the engine is started.
m When starting from cold, the engine may be a L!:J little noisy for the first few seconds. This is quite normal, and no cause for concern.
m At outside temperatures of less than L!:J +5oC (+41°F), fumes may be detected under a vehicle with a diesel engine if the fuel-powered supplementary heater is switched on.
The steps should only be carried out In the specified order.
1. The vehicle must be completely stationary => &.
2. Press the brake pedal. Keep it held down until step 4 has been completed.
3. In vehicles with a dual clutch gearbox DSG®, shift selector lever to position P.
4. Apply the handbrake =>page 269.
5. Turn the vehicle key to position =>Fig. 217 @.
6. In vehicles with a manual gearbox, select the first gear or the reverse gear =>page 263. .,.
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A WARNING
Never switch off the engine while the vehicle Is In motion. This can lead to a loss of vehicle control, accidents and serious injuries.
• The alrbags and belt tensioners will not work If the Ignition Is switched off.
• The brake servo will not work when the engine Is switched off. That is why more pressure on the brake pedal is needed to stop the vehicle when the engine Is switched off.
• The power assisted steering will not work when the engine is not running. More power is needed to steer the vehicle when the en-gine Is switched off.
Electronic immobilizer
r-T'n First read and observe the Introductory L-Wl information and safety warnings & on page 257.
The immobilizer helps to prevent the engine from being started and driven with an unauthorised ve-hicle key.
There is a chip in the key. lt automatically deacti-vates the immobilizer when the vehicle key is in-serted into the ignition lock.
The electronic immobilizer is automatically activa-ted when the vehicle key is removed from the igni-tion lock.
Changing gears
CO! Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Warning and indicator lamps ............. . Pedals ... Manual gearbox: selecting a gear ........ .
Dual clutch gearbox DSG® ...... .
DSG® dual clutch gearbox: selecting a gear Changing gear with llptronic ............. .
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A WARNING (Continued)
• If the vehicle key is removed from the Igni-tion, the steering lock can activate and you will no longer be able to steer the vehicle.
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If the vehicle has been driven at high load for a long period, the engine could overheat when it Is switched off. In order to avoid damage to the engine, allow the engine to run In neutral for approximately two minutes before switching lt off.
m In vehicles with DSG® dual clutch gearbox, W the vehicle key can only be removed from the ignition lock if the selector lever is in position P.
m After the engine is switched off, the radiator W fan in the engine compartment may run on for some minutes, even if the ignition is switched off or the vehicle key has been removed. The radi· ator fan will switch itself off automatically.
If a non-authorised vehicle key has been used, the display in the instrument cluster will show SAFE, or Immobilizer active!. The vehicle cannot be used if this occurs.
m The vehicle cannot be operated properly if W you do not have a genuine Volkswagen key.
Gear-change indicator 268
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The following will occur if reverse gear is selected and the ignition is switched on:
• The reverse light comes on.
• The Climatronic switches automatically to air recirculation mode when the vehicle is reversing.
• If fitted, the ParkPilot and the rear view camera system are switched on.
• The static cornering light may be switched on on both sides.
Additional information and warnings:
• Instruments 19
• Volkswagen information system 24
• Braking, stopping and parking 269
• Pull-away assist systems 282
• ParkPilot 287
• Reversing camera (Rear Assist) 291
• Air conditioning 322
• Engine management system and exhaust puri-fication system 407
• Manual opening and closing 413
A WARNING
Rapid acceleration can cause loss of traction and skidding, particularly on slippery roads. This can cause you to lose control of the ve-hicle, which can lead to accidents and seri-ous Injuries.
Warning and indicator lamps
A WARNING (Continued)
• The kickdown function or fast acceleration should only be used If the visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions permit.
A WARNING
Never "ride" the brake pedal. Do not overuse the brake pedal. Constant braking will cause the brakes to overheat. This can considerably reduce the brake effect, Increase the braking distance and, in certain circumstances, cause the brake system to fall completely.
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• Never let the brakes "rub" by applying light pressure to the brake when it Is not necessary to brake. This will Increase levels of wear.
• Before driving down a long, steep gradient, reduce speed and change to a lower gear or move the selector lever to a lower position. This will make use of the engine braking effect and relieve the load on the brakes. The brakes could otherwise overheat and possibly fall. The brakes should only be used to slow or stop the vehicle.
Lit up Possible cause Solution
Do not drive on I Allow the gearbox to cool down in selector lever
(!) 7-speed DSG® dual clutch gearbox over-position P. If the warning light does not go out, do not drive heating. on. Seek professional assistance. Failure to do so can cause considerable damage to the gear-box page 267.
Fully depress the brake pedal. Brake pedal not depressed. See also Adaptive cruise control (ACC) 298.
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Flashes Possible cause Solution
The lock button in the selector lever is not Engage the selector lever lock 265. engaged. The vehicle cannot drive off.
Dual clutch gearbox DSG®. Drive to the nearest qualified workshop immedi-
/ ./ flashes alternately with selector lever dis-ately at a low engine speed to have the system play, e.g. D.
Several warning and indicator lamps will light up briefly as a functional check when the ignition is switched on. They will go out after a few seconds.
A WARNING
Failure to observe illuminated warning lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle breaking down in traffic, and can cause acci-dent and serious injury.
• Never ignore any illuminated warning lamps or text messages.
Pedals
Fig. 218 In vehicles with a manual gearbox, ac-celerator pedal G), brake pedal@ and clutch ped-al@.
r-T'n First read and observe the introductory L-Wl information and safety warnings & on page 260.
The operation and freedom of movement of all pedals must never be impaired by objects or floor mats.
Only use floor mats that leave the pedal area free and can be securely fastened in the footwell.
If a brake circuit fails, you will have to depress the brake pedal further than normal in order to bring the vehicle to a stop.
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A WARNING (Continued)
• Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.
• If the vehicle is stationary or has to be parked for repairs, always park the vehicle at a safe distance from the road, switch on the hazard warning lights, switch off the engine and take other precautionary measures In or-der to warn traffic behind you.
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Failure to observe Illuminated indicator lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle be-Ing damaged.
A wARNING
Objects in the driver footwell can hinder ped-al operation. This can lead to loss of control of the vehicle and increase the risk of serious Injury.
• Please ensure that all pedals can always be operated without any hindrance.
• The foot mats must always be properly se-cured in the footwell. .,.
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A WARNING (Continued)
• No additional foot mats or other floor cov-erings should be placed over the fitted foot mat.
• Ensure that no objects can enter the driv-er footwell while the vehicle is in motion.
Manual gearbox: selecting a gear
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Fig. 220 Gear shift pattern of a 5 or 6-speed man-ual gearbox
r--("n First read and observe the introductory L-J,::.IJ information and safety warnings & on page 260.
The positions of the individual driving gears are shown on the gearshift lever =0oFig. 220.
• Fully depress and hold the clutch pedal.
• Move the gear lever to the required position =0>&.
• Release the clutch to engage.
In some countries, the clutch pedal will have to be depressed fully in order to start the engine.
Selecting reverse gear
• Reverse gear should only be selected when the vehicle is stationary.
• Fully depress and hold the clutch pedal""&.
• Pull the ring on the gear level up.
• Push the gearshift lever fully to the left and then to the front in the reverse gear position @.
• Release the clutch to engage.
Shifting down
You should always select the next immediate gear when shifting down a gear whilst the vehicle is in motion. The engine revs should not be too high
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The pedals must be freely operable at all times. For example, the braking distance to fully stop the vehicle will be longer if a braking circuit is faulty. The brake pedal will have to be de-pressed further and harder than normal.
A WARNING
When the engine is running, the vehicle will start to move as soon as a gear is engaged and the clutch released. This also applies when the handbrake is on.
• Never engage reverse gear while the vehi-cle Is In motion.
,&WARNING
Shifting gears incorrectly to a lower gear can lead to a loss of control of the vehicle, which can cause accidents and serious injuries.
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Serious damage to the clutch and gearbox can occur if the gear stick on the manual gearbox is shifted to too low a gear when travelling at high speeds or at high revs. This also applies if the clutch remains depressed and the gears do not engage.
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Please note the following to help avoid damage and premature wear:
• Do not rest your hand on the gear lever when driving. The pressure from your hand Is passed onto the selector forks in the gearbox.
• Ensure that the vehicle has come to a full stop before engaging reverse gear.
• Always fully depress the clutch pedal when changing gear.
• Do not hold the vehicle by "riding" the clutch on a hill with the engine running.
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Dual clutch gearbox DSG®
r-('n First read and observe the Introductory L-.lo:on Information and safety warnings & on page 260.
Description
The DSG® dual clutch gearbox is a gearbox which uses dual-clutch technology to change gear automatically. it uses a dual clutch and two independent gearboxes to enable very fast gear changes with no loss of torque. The DSG® dual clutch gearbox thus combines the performance and economy of a manual gearbox with the com-fort and convenience of a conventional automatic transmission.
How the system works
Engine power is transferred to the drive shafts via the gearbox. In order to change gears, the power transmission between the engine and the gearbox has to be interrupted. This is what the clutch is for.
With the DSG® dual clutch system with its two complementary gearboxes, one gearbox is always connected under load to the engine. When one gear is engaged, another gear is always preselec-
led in the other gearbox. The clutch on the non-driven gear is closed and the other is opened at the same time. This is what makes very fast gear changes possible.
The DSG® dual clutch gearbox is designed to be more efficient than an automatic gearbox. In an au-tomatic gearbox, the torque converter is constantly in use, whereas in the DSG® dual clutch system the idle clutch can be opened, thus saving fuel. With its efficiency, low weight and intelligent control system, the DSG® dual clutch system usually ena-bles fuel consumption equal to or lower than a manual gearbox.
like the manual gearbox, the clutch in the DSG dual clutch system is subject to wear. Regular maintenance is necessary, varying accord-ing to what type of DSG® dual clutch system is in-stalled. For more information see the service schedule. In the DSG® dual clutch system, if one gearbox malfunctions it is deactivated and the oth-er gearbox functions alone *page 267. If this happens, have the system checked as soon as possible by a qualified workshop.
Fig. 221 Selector lever for automatic gearbox with lock button (arrow) in left-hand drive vehicles. The controls are mirrored for right-hand drive vehicles.
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r-('n First read and observe the Introductory L-.lo:on Information and safety warnings & on page 260.
The selector lever is equipped with a selector lever lock. When changing the selector lever position from P to a driving gear, depress the brake pedal and push the lock button in the selector lever in the direction of the arrow *Fig. 221. To move the se-lector lever out of position N to position D or R, first depress and hold the brake pedal.
The current selector lever position or the selected gear will be shown in the instrument duster display if the ignition is switched on. .,..
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Selector lever posl-Designation Meaning=>& tlon
The drive wheels are locked mechanically.
p May only be selected when the vehicle is stationary. To disengage Parking lock this selector lever position while the ignition is switched on, de-press the brake pedal and press the lock button in the selector lev-er=> Fig. 221 (arrow).
R Reverse gear Reverse gear is selected. May only be selected when the vehicle is stationary.
N Neutral The gearbox is in the neutral position. No force is transmitted to the wheels and the braking effect of the engine is not available.
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Standard driving po-All forward gears are shifted up and down automatically. The timing sition (normal pro-of the gear shift is determined by the engine load, your individual gramme) driving style and the speed of the vehicle.
All forward gears are automatically changed up and down at higher
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Standard driving po-engine speeds than in selector lever position D. This uses the full sltlon (sport pro-power available from the engine. The timing of the gear shift is de-gramme) !ermined by the engine load, your individual driving style and the speed of the vehicle.
Selector lever lock
The selector lever lock in position P or N prevents gears from being engaged inadvertently, which would cause the vehicle to move.
To release the selector lever lock in the position P or N while the ignition is switched on, depress the brake pedal and hold. Press the lock button in the selector lever at the same time.
The selector lever lock is not engaged if the selec-tor lever Is moved quickly through position N, e.g. when shifting from R to D. This makes it possible, for Instance, to "rock" the vehicle backwards and forwards if it is stuck in snow or mud. The selector lever lock engages automatically if the brake pedal is not depressed and the lever is in position N for more than approximately 1 second and the vehicle is travelling no faster than approximately 5 km/h (3 mph).
In rare cases, the selector lever lock may not en-gage in vehicles with a DSG® dual clutch gearbox. The drive is then deactivated to prevent the vehicle from accidentally pulling away. The green indicator lamp IS> flashes and an information message is al-so displayed. Use the following procedure to en-gage the selector lever lock:
• Depress the foot brake and then release it again.
,A WARNING
Engaging an incorrect selector lever position can cause you to lose control of the vehicle, which can lead to accidents and serious inju-ries.
• Never depress the accelerator pedal when selecting a position.
• When the engine is running, the vehicle starts moving as soon as a selector lever po-sition is engaged and the brake pedal Is re-leased.
• Never select reverse gear or engage the parking lock while the vehicle Is In motion.
A WARNING
Unintentional vehicle movements can cause serious Injury.
• The driver must never leave the driver seat when the engine is running and a posi-tion has been selected. If you have to leave the vehicle while the engine Is running, al-ways apply the handbrake and move the se-lector lever to position P.
• If the engine is running and the selector lever Is in position D, S or R, the vehicle must be held with the foot brake. The vehicle will creep forward even when the engine Is idling, as power transmission Is even then not fully Interrupted.
• Never select positions R or P when the ve-hicle is In motion.
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