Driving -> Operating the vehicle in different countries and continents for Your Volkswagen Atlas SUV First Generation (2018-2023)

few hours of operation, the engine has  
a higher internal friction than it will  
later.  
Up to 1000 km (approx. 600 miles)  
Do not accelerate fully.  
Do not use more than two thirds of the maximum engine RPM.  
Do not drive with a trailer.  
Between 1000 and 1500 km (approx. 600 to 1000 miles)  
1. Increase the speed and engine RPM gradually.  
The driving style during the first 1500 km (approx. 1000 miles) also affects the engine's quality. Even after that – especially when the engine is cold – the engine  
should be driven at moderate engine speeds to reduce engine wear and increase the possible mileage.  
New tires and brake pads must be carefully broken in.  
NOTICE  
Do not drive at an insufficient engine speed. Always downshift if the engine stops running “smoothly”.  
If the new engine is broken in gently, its service life is increased while, at the same time, reducing engine oil consumption.  
Operating the vehicle in different countries and continents  
Approval regulations  
The vehicle was manufactured by the factory for a specific country and meets those approval regulations that were valid at the time of vehicle manufacture.  
If the vehicle will be used temporarily or for a brief period in another country, then read and observe the following information.  
Safety standards and regulations  
Some countries have special safety standards and regulations that differ from the vehicle configuration. Volkswagen recommends obtaining information about legal  
regulations from an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility before driving in other countries.  
Selling in other countries  
If the vehicle is sold in another country or will be used for an extended period in another country, then the applicable legal regulations in that country must be  
observed.  
Certain equipment may need to be installed or removed and functions may need to be deactivated. The scope and types of service may also be affected. This  
particularly applies if the vehicle is being operated for an extended period in a different climate region.  
Functions of the Infotainment system  
Due to the many different frequency bands around the world, the Infotainment system installed at the factory may not function in other countries.  
NOTICE  
Volkswagen is not responsible for damage to the vehicle caused by substandard fuel, insufficient service, or not using Volkswagen Genuine parts.  
Volkswagen is not responsible if the vehicle does not meet all of the applicable legal requirements in other countries and continents.  
Troubleshooting  
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Brake system malfunctioning  
The red warning light turns on. A message may also be displayed.  
1.  
Do not continue driving! Immediately contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.  
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Brake pad wear indicator  
The warning light flashes or turns on red or yellow.  
The front brake pads are worn.  
1. Immediately contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility to have the system checked. Volkswagen recommends  
contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
2. Have all brake pads inspected and replaced, if necessary.  
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