2019 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER cruise control

Changing gear earlier
In principle, the highest gear is always the most economical gear. A rule of thumb for most vehicles: at a speed of 30 kmlh (19 m ph} drive in third gear, at 40 km/h (25 mph) in 4th gear and at 50 km/h (31 mph) In 5th gear.
If the traffic and driving situation allows it, skipping gears when changing up a gear will also save fuel.
Do not drive gears to their upper limit. Use first gear only for pulling away then quickly change up to second gear. Avoid using the kickdown func-tion in vehicles with a DSG® dual clutch gearbox.
Vehicles with a gear display help to improve fuel economy by indicating the optimum time to change gear.
Rolling to a stop
Taking your foot off the accelerator will interrupt the supply of fuel to the engine and decrease fuel con-sumption.
Therefore, in situations such as approaching a red traffic light, let the vehicle roll without applying the accelerator.
Only press on the dutch pedal to disengage if the vehicle becomes too slow or if the stopping dis-tance is longer. The engine will then run at idling speed 263.
Switch off the engine in situations when the vehicle might be stationary for a long time, e.g. at a level crossing. In vehicles with an active start/stop sys-tem, the engine will switch off automatically when the vehicle Is stationary.
Thinking ahead when driving, and driving with the flow of traffic
Applying the brake and accelerator too often will significantly increase fuel consumption. If you think ahead when driving and maintain a sufficient dis-tance from the vehicle in front, simply keeping your foot off the accelerator should stop the speed from fluctuating. This means that active braking and ac-celerating is not always necessary.
Driving smoothly and evenly
Smoothness is even more important than speed. The more evenly you drive, the lower your fuel consumption will be.
When driving on a motorway, it is much more ef-fective to drive at a constant moderate speed than to drive with constant acceleration and braking. As a rule, driving with a constant style will get you to your destination just as quickly.
The cruise control system will help you to maintain a constant driving style.
Using additional equipment in moderation
lt is always important to be comfortable in your ve-hicle, but it is also important to consider the envi-ronment.
Some equipment will increase fuel consumption when switched on:
• The cooling function of the air conditioning sys-tem: if the air conditioning system is set to a very high or low temperature it will require a lot of ener-gy, which is generated by the engine. Therefore the temperature setting in the vehicle should not vary too much from the outside temperature. lt may be a good idea to air the vehicle before setting off and then to travel a short distance with the win-dows open. The air conditioning system should then be switched on once the windows have been closed. Keep the windows closed when driving at high speeds. Having the windows open increases fuel consumption.
• Switch the seat heating off as soon as it has served its purpose.
• Switch the windscreen and rear window heating off as soon as the windows have defogged and are clear of ice.
• Do not leave the supplementary heating system on when the vehicle is moving 332.
Other factors that Increase fuel consumption (examples):
• Fault in engine management.
• Driving in hilly regions.
• Driving with a trailer. Starting the engine, changing gear and parking I 279

Fig. 235 On the lnfotainment system: screen display when parking using the reversing camera.
r-111 First read and observe the introductory L-L::.I.I information and safety warnings & on page 291.
Key to diagram Fig. 235:
Meaning
Looking for a parking space.
!ID Driving into the parking space.
[£! Manoeuvring.
Lateral green lines: rearward extension of the vehicle. The displayed green lines repre-sent the area up to approximately 2 metres to the rear of the vehicle.
Horizontal red line: indicates the safety clearance. The horizontal red line ends ap--proximately 0.4 metres behind the vehicle on the road.
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® Selected parking space.
0 Lines showing side limits of the selected parking space.
@ Rear limit of the parking space, e.g. kerb.
All references to the length of orientation lines ap-ply to a vehicle that is standing on a horizontal sur-face.
Cruise control system (CCS)
[QJ Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 Using the cruise control system (CCS) . . 297
Parking using the rear view camera system
St Complete the following steps: ep
The requirements for parking while using 1. the rear view camera system must be fulfil-led =>page 292.
2. Position the vehicle in front of the parking space ® =>Fig. 235
3. Select reverse gear or move the selector lev-er to position R.
Reverse slowly and steer the vehicle [ID to
4.
ensure that the lateral yellow lines are aligned with the selected parking space @.
Observe the message Check road-way. => & in Introduction on page 292.
Position the vehicle in the selected parking 5. space so that the lateral green lines are aligned with the side limits @.
At the very latest, stop the vehicle[£] when 6. the horizontal red line reaches the rear limit, e.g. the kerb@.
The cruise control system (CCS) helps
to maintain a speed set by the driver.
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The cruise control system (CCS) is able to main-tain an individual set speed at forward speeds be-tween approx. 30 km/h (19 mph) and 180 km/h (112 mph).
The CCS slows the vehicle only by easing off the accelerator, not by actively braking. The CCS can-not maintain a constant speed when travelling downhill. The vehicle speed can Increase under its own weight. Shift down gear and brake the vehicle using the foot brake &.
Additional information and warnings:
• Changing gear 260
• Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts '*page 394
A WARNING
The use of the cruise control system (CCS) can lead to accidents and serious Injuries if traffic does not allow you to drive at a safe distance from the vehicle In front at a con-stant speed.
Indicator lamp
A WARNING (Continued)
• Never use the CCS In heavy traffic, with Insufficient distance from the vehicle ahead, on steep or winding roads, or on slippery road surfaces e.g. on snow, Ice, wet roads, loose chlpplngs or flooded roads.
• Never use the CCS when driving off-road or on unsurfaced roads.
• Adapt your speed and distance from the vehicles ahead to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.
• Always switch cruise control off after use to avoid unintentional operation.
• it Is dangerous to use a set speed that is too high for the prevailing road, traffic or weather conditions.
• The CCS cannot maintain a constant speed when travelling downhill. The vehicle speed can Increase under its own weight. Shift down a gear or brake the vehicle using the foot brake. ro First read and observe the Introductory information and safety warnings & on page 295.
Lit up Possible cause
Cruise control system (CCS) is controlling the speed.
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.
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A WARNING (Continued)
• Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.
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Failure to observe Illuminated Indicator lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle be-Ing damaged.

Using the cruise control system (CCS)
Fig. 237 Left-hand side of the multifunction steer-ing wheel: buttons for operating the CCS.
Fig. 236 On the left of the steering column: but-tons and switch for setting the CCS in the turn sig-nal and main beam lever (vehicles without multi-function steering wheel).
ro First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings & on page 295.
Switch position, switch Button on the multifunc-Function control in the turn signal tlon steering wheel Action lever =>Fig. 236 =>Fig. 237
The system is switched on.
Switching on the Slide switch @ to position After switch-on, no speed Press the button. has been stored yet and CCS. OH. the speed is not yet being controlled.
Activating the Press button© SET/-. Press the@) button. The current speed is stored ccs. and controlled.
Switching off the Slide switch @ to position Press the button Control is switched off !em-CCS control !em-CANCEL. Press the button briefly. porarily. The speed is stor-porarily. OR: depress the brake OR: depress the brake ed in the memory. pedal. pedal.
Resuming CCS Press button@ RES/+. Press the@) button. The stored speed is reacti-control. vated and controlled.
Increase the speed in increments of Press button® briefly Briefly press the@) button. 1 km/h (1 mph) RES/+. and store ita).
Increase the speed in increments of Briefly press the G button. The vehicle accelerates ac-10 kmlh (5 mph) -lively until it reaches the and store ita). new set speed.
Increase the speed continuously until Press and hold button ® Press and hold button @) the button is re-for an extended period of for an extended period of leased and store time RES/+. time. this speeda).
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Switch position, switch Function control in the turn signal lever 236
Reduce the speed in increments of Press button © briefly 1 km/h (1 mph) and store ital. SET/-.
Reduce the speed in increments of 10 km/h (5 mph) -
and store ita).
Reduce the speed continuously until Press and hold button © the button is re-for an extended period of leased and store time SET/-. this speeda)_
Switch off the Slide switch ® to position CCS. OFF.
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Driving downhill with CCS
If the CCS cannot maintain the vehicle speed when driving downhill, brake the vehicle with the foot brake and shift down gear if necessary.
Automatic switch-off
Button on the multlfunc-tion steering wheel Action 237
Briefly press the (ili) button.
The system will decrease
Briefly press the G button. the speed until the new set speed is reached by easing off the acceleration without a braking intervention.
Press and hold button G for an extended period of time.
With the CCS activated, press the button @ twice bn'eflyOR The system is switched off. In any operating mode, The stored speed will be press and hold the button deleted. §) for an extended period of time.
• If the brake pedal or clutch pedal is depressed.
• If you change the gear on a manual gearbox 263.
• If the airbag is triggered. <
The CCS control will be switched off automatically or switched off temporarily:
• If the system detects a fault that could impair the function of the CCS.
• If the vehicle speed is higher than the stored speed for an extended period with the accelerator pedal depressed.
Adaptive cruise control (ACC)
dJ Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Displays, warning and indicator lamps . . . . . . 300
Radar sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Operating adaptive cruise control (ACC) 302
Switch off the adaptive cruise control (ACC) temporarily in the following situations . . . . . 304
Special driving situations . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
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Adaptive cruise control combines cruise
control and distance control.
The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) can help to maintain a speed set by the The adap-tive cruise control (ACC) can also maintain a set time interval to a vehicle travelling ahead. Two fac-tory-fitted versions of the system are available: .,

• System version 1 functions at speeds of 30-160 km/h (20 mph -100 mph).
• System version 2 functions at speeds of 30-210 km/h (20 m ph-130 m ph).
In vehicles with a dual clutch gearbox DSG®, the adaptive cruise control (ACC) can brake the vehi-cle until it comes to a complete standstill behind a vehicle in front that is stopping.
Driver prompt to take over control
There are system-specific limits on the adaptive cruise control (ACC) when driving. This means that the driver may have to control the speed and dis-tance between the vehicle and other vehicles in certain circumstances.
The driver is told to take control of the vehicle via a message on the instrument cluster display prompts a braking intervention, and a signal tone =<>page 300.
Additional information and warnings:
• Exterior views =<>page 5
• Volkswagen information system =<>page 24
• Cruise control system (CCS) =<>page 295
• Area monitoring system (Front Assist) =<>page 307
• Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts =<>page 394
A WARNING
The intelligent technology used in the adap-tive cruise control (ACC) cannot overcome the laws of physics, and functions only within the limits of the system. Careless or uninten-tional use of the adaptive cruise control (ACC) can cause accidents and lead to seri-ous injury. The system Is not a substitute for the full concentration of the driver.
• Adapt your speed and distance from the vehicles ahead to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.
• Do not use the adaptive cruise control (ACC) in poor visibility, on steep or winding roads, or on slippery road surfaces e.g. on snow, ice, wet roads, loose chippings or floo-ded roads.
A WARNING (Continued)
• Never use the adaptive cruise control (ACC) off-road or on unsurfaced roads. The adaptive cruise control (ACC) is designed for use on surfaced roads only.
• The adaptive cruise control (ACC) does not react to stationary obstacles, e.g. the tail end of a traffic jam, a vehicle that has broken down, or vehicles waiting at traffic lights.
• The adaptive cruise control (ACC) does not react to persons, animals or vehicles crossing or approaching in the same lane.
• If the adaptive cruise control (ACC) speed reduction is insufficient, you should brake the vehicle by depressing the foot brake.
• Brake the vehicle by depressing the brake if the vehicle rolls inadvertently on after the driver has been prompted to take control of the vehicle.
• If the instrument cluster display indicates that the driver should take control of the vehi-cle, you have to regulate the distance your-self.
• The driver must be prepared to take con-trol of the vehicle (by accelerating or braking) at all times.
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Switch off the adaptive cruise control (ACC) if you suspect that the radar sensor has been damaged. This can help to prevent secondary damage. Have the radar sensor realigned.
• Repair work on the radar sensor will require special knowledge and tools. Volkswagen rec-ommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
m If the adaptive cruise control (ACC) does not L!J function as described in this chapter, do not use it, and have the system checked by a qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Voikswagen dealership for this purpose.
m The maximum vehicle speed when the adap-L!J live cruise control (ACC) is active is limited to either 160 km/h (1 00 m ph) or 210 km/h (130 m ph). depending on the system version.
m If the adaptive cruise control (ACC) is active, L!J unfamiliar noises may be heard during the automatic braking procedure. These are caused by the braking system. Driver assist systems I 299

Fig. 238 On the instrument cluster display: adap-tive cruise control (ACC) deactivated temporarily; vehicle detected ahead, time interval set
Fig. 239 On the instrument cluster display: adap-tive cruise control (ACC) active: vehicle detected ahead. time interval is being set
ro First read and observe the Introductory Information and safety warnings & on page 298.
Displays
Display fields =>Fig. 238 or =>Fig. 239:
G) Vehicle ahead when adaptive cruise control (ACC) is not active.
® Selected distance range when adaptive cruise control (ACC) is not active.
@ Vehicle detected ahead. Adaptive cruise control (ACC) active.
@ Setting the time interval to the vehicle in front while travelling at stored speed.
® Time interval to the vehicle in front while travelling at stored speed has been set.
Warning and indicator lamps
Lit up Possible cause=>& Solution
The speed reduction of the adaptive Brakel Depress the brake pedal. The system cruise control (ACC) to the vehicle ahead is insufficient. tells the driver to take control.
fu! Adaptive cruise control (ACC) not availa-Switch off the engine and restart it while sta-ble.a) tionary. Inspect the radar sensor (for dirt, ice
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) currently etc.). Go to a qualified workshop immediately
"0! and have the system checked if it is constant-not available•) ly unavailable.
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) active. No .. (") vehicle has been detected ahead. The set -speed is kept constant.
1!\/hen displayed in white: Adaptive cruise control (ACC) active. Vehicle detected ahead. The adaptive cruise control (ACC)
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regulates the speed and the distance from the vehicle ahead. -
1!\/hen displayed in grey: Adaptive cruise control (ACC) not active. System switched on, does not regulate.
•> Displayed in colour on an instrument cluster with colour display.
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