Get Driving -> 4MOTION Active Control Guide for Volkswagen Atlas SUV Second Generation (2024-2025)

4MOTION Active Control

Introduction

Via the driving modes, the driver can

adapt various properties of vehicle

systems to the current driving situation,

the desired driving comfort, and for an

economic driving style. The

suspension, steering, drive, and the air

conditioner are some of the vehicle

systems that can be adjusted.

Different driving modes are available depending on the vehicle equipment. The inﬂuence of vehicle systems on the individual

driving modes depends on the vehicle equipment.

Differentiation according to the type of drive

Only vehicles with all-wheel drive can be equipped with 4MOTION Active Control.

Selecting the driving mode

The driving mode can be selected when the ignition is switched on and the vehicle is stationary or while driving.

If you select a driving mode while driving, the vehicle systems, except for Drive, will be switched over to the new driving mode

immediately.

1. When the trafﬁc situation allows it, brieﬂy take your foot off the accelerator pedal to enable the newly selected driving

mode to be applied to the Drive vehicle system as well.

Selecting the driving mode via the control in the upper center console

1. Tap

2. To select driving modes, tap

again or tap the desired driving mode in the Infotainment system.

Displaying information about the driving mode

1. To display additional information about the selected driving mode, tap in the Infotainment system.

Selecting the Custom driving mode

1. Tap

until the Custom driving mode has been selected.

2. Tap ... to open the Individual menu.

WARNING

Adjusting driving modes while driving can distract from trafﬁc. This can cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Always drive attentively and responsibly.

Driving mode properties

Under Onroad, you can select from the Eco, Comfort, Sport and Custom driving modes.

switches the vehicle to fuel-efficient operation and supports the driver with an fuel-saving driving style.

driving mode shows the basic settings of the vehicle systems and offers a balanced calibration, for example for everyday

use. The Sport driving mode gives the driver a sporty feel. If the Sport driving mode is selected, vehicles with an

automatic transmission switch to S. With the Custom driving mode, you can adapt individual vehicle systems according

to your preferences. With the Offroad driving mode, you can better control acceleration with the accelerator pedal when

driving off-road. The engine's braking efficiency is always available and shifting can be blocked in critical situations. The hill

The Eco driving mode

The Comfort

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start assist and hill descent control are active in the Offroad driving mode. The dynamic cornering light is adjusted to better

assist the driver when visibility is poor. Using the Snow driving mode can improve the traction on slippery or snowy

ground by having a more precise power transmission.

NOTICE

Using an offroad driving mode may result in increased fuel consumption and tire wear as well as increased noise levels

during normal driving.

Avoid using offroad driving modes in normal road conditions.

Standard behavior of the driving mode and the vehicle systems

The Comfort driving mode shows the basic settings of the vehicle systems when the ignition is switched on.

Behavior of the driving mode when switching the ignition off and on

If you switch the ignition off and then on again, the previously selected driving mode remains selected.

If you had previously selected the Snow or Offroad driving mode and switched the ignition off and then back on, the last

selected onroad driving mode will be set.

Behavior of the Drive vehicle system when the ignition is switched off and on

The Drive vehicle system settings are reset to the Comfort driving mode settings when you switch the ignition off and on again

The other vehicle systems will retain their settings.

You can change the Drive vehicle system back to the preferred driving mode.

1. Select your desired driving mode again.

Or: In order to reactivate the settings in the Sport driving mode, move the automatic transmission selector lever

backwards into driving mode S.

Troubleshooting

gear cannot be engaged

In the driving modes Offroad and Snow, it is not possible to switch to the

display if an Offroad driving mode has been selected.

gear. Information is shown in the instrument cluste

1. A different driving mode must be selected in order to switch to the

gear.

The driving mode or the vehicle systems do not behave as expected

1. Pay attention to the standard behavior of the driving mode and the vehicle systems ⇒ Standard behavior of the driving

mode and the vehicle systems.

Off-road driving situations

Introduction

The examples described in this chapter are to be understood as general guidelines aimed to help the driver in driving safely

on off-road terrain. These tips will not necessarily apply to every possible situation that may occur. Before driving on unknown

terrain, it is crucial to ﬁnd out information about the condition of the terrain ahead. You can assess potential dangers in

advance. The driver is responsible for deciding whether their vehicle is suitable for the terrain ahead and if the terrain can be

driven on.

Driving off-road requires different skills and handling practices compared to driving on developed roads.

This vehicle is not designed for traveling with an “expedition driving style”.

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Driving -> 4MOTION Active Control for Your Volkswagen Atlas SUV Second Generation (2024-2025)

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