Get Driving -> Starter button Guide for Volkswagen Atlas SUV Second Generation (2024-2025)

Never start the engine if the warning light

is turned on or blinking.

Using the remote start relay function may increase fuel consumption and discharge the 12 V vehicle battery.

During an active remote start relay, some vehicle functions are deactivated, e.g. the low beam headlight and the

windshield wipers.

Electronic immobilizer

The immobilizer helps prevent the engine from being started and the vehicle from being moved with an unauthorized vehicle

key.

Vehicles with a Starter Button

In the remote control vehicle key, there is a chip used to automatically deactivate the electronic immobilizer when there is a

valid remote control vehicle key in the vehicle interior.

The electronic immobilizer is automatically engaged as soon as the ignition is switched off ⇒ Starter button.

You can only start the engine with a suitably coded Volkswagen Original vehicle key. You can obtain coded vehicle keys

from an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Starter button

The starter button replaces the ignition

lock (Press & Drive).

Start the engine with the starter button and by pressing the brake pedal.

The vehicle can only be activated when there is a valid vehicle key inside the vehicle.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the function readiness is indicated by the starter button blinking.

The electronic steering lock is activated when you leave the vehicle by opening the driver door when the ignition is switched o

(depending on the country and the vehicle equipment) ⇒ Steering information.

Switching the ignition on or off

Fig. 92 In the lower section of the center console: starter button.

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1. Press the starter button ﬁg. 92 once without pressing the brake pedal ⇒

.

Automatic ignition switch off

If the vehicle recognizes that the driver is absent when the internal combustion engine is switched off, the ignition is

automatically switched off after a certain amount of time.

Engine restart function

If no valid remote control vehicle key is detected in the vehicle interior after the engine has been inadvertently switched off, th

engine cannot be started within approximately ﬁve seconds.

Once this time has elapsed, the vehicle can no longer be started without a valid vehicle key inside the vehicle.

WARNING

If the brake pedal is pressed when switching on the ignition, the engine will start immediately. This can cause unintentional

vehicle movement and serious injuries.

Avoid pressing the brake pedal when switching on the ignition if you do not intend to start the engine.

WARNING

If you leave vehicle keys unattended in the vehicle, children or unauthorized people could lock the doors and/or the trunk

lid, start the engine, or switch on the ignition and thereby activate electrical equipment, such as the power windows. This

can cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Always take all vehicle keys with you when leaving the vehicle.

WARNING

If you leave children, people requiring assistance or animals unattended in the vehicle, they may accidentally set the

vehicle in motion or be subjected to very high or low temperatures. There is a risk of accidents and serious or fatal

injuries.

Never leave children, people requiring assistance or animals unattended in the vehicle.

Always switch the ignition off manually before leaving the vehicle and note any messages in the instrument cluster display.

The vehicle being stationary for long periods with the ignition switched on can cause the 12 V vehicle battery to drain and

then it will not be possible to start the engine.

Start the engine

1. Switch the ignition on.

2. Set the electronic parking brake.

3. Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Press and hold the brake pedal until the engine has started. Engage gear

the parking lock .

or

4. Press the starter button brieﬂy ⇒ Starter button. Do not press the accelerator pedal during this process. A valid vehicle ke

must be inside the vehicle for the engine to start.

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5. If the engine does not start, stop the starting procedure and try again after approximately one minute.

6. If the vehicle was locked with the vehicle key, the starter button will be deactivated. If you are in the vehicle and you need

to start the engine, unlock the vehicle ﬁrst or perform an emergency start.

WARNING

Starting the engine in unventilated or enclosed spaces may cause poisonous gases to enter the vehicle interior. This can

cause serious injuries and death due to asphyxiation.

Never start the engine or let it run in unventilated or enclosed spaces, such as in garages.

WARNING

Hot vehicle parts and exhaust can ignite ﬂammable or explosive materials in the vicinity. This can lead to ﬁres and cause

accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Never start the engine or leave the engine running if oil, fuel or other ﬂammable operating equipment is in the

vicinity of the vehicle or is escaping from the vehicle.

Do not use any start boosters.

WARNING

An unattended vehicle which is ready to drive may cause accidents and severe injuries.

Never leave the vehicle unattended when the engine is running, especially if a gear is engaged.

NOTICE

Incorrect handling of the vehicle can increase wear to components, such as the engine or starter, or cause damage.

Avoid restarting the engine while driving or directly after turning off the engine.

Avoid high engine speeds, harsh acceleration and heavy engine loads when the engine is cold.

Be aware that at high altitudes, the air density is lower, which can make it more difﬁcult to start the engine.

NOTICE

Uncombusted fuel can damage the catalytic converter.

Do not tow-start or push-start the vehicle.

Do not let the engine run to warm up while the vehicle is parked. Begin driving as soon as there is enough visibility

through the windows. This allows the engine to reach its operating temperature sooner and reduces the emissions.

Larger electrical equipment is temporarily switched off when the engine is started.

If there is no vehicle key in the vehicle or the key is not detected, a message will appear in the instrument cluster display.

This can occur if another signal interferes with the remote control vehicle key or if the remote control vehicle key is covered

by an object, such as a metal case.

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For example, if the vehicle key button cell battery is weak or drained, the engine cannot be started with the starter button.

If this is the case, use the emergency start function.

After starting, operating noises may be temporarily higher than usual while the engine is cold. This is normal and not a

cause for concern.

Troubleshooting

Engine control malfunction

The red warning light turns on.

The vehicle's drive power may be limited or not present at all. It may not be possible to continue driving, or only with

limitations.

Do not continue driving!

1. Safely park the vehicle.

2. Pay attention to the message in the instrument cluster display.

3. See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance and have the engine

control checked.

Engine control malfunction

The yellow indicator light turns on.

The vehicle's drive power may be limited.

1. The message Error: Drive system. Please service vehicle. appears on the instrument cluster display.

2. Have the engine checked immediately by a suitably qualiﬁed professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an

authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Engine control malfunction

The yellow indicator light turns on.

The driving performance has been limited to prevent the engine control components from overheating.

The message Error: Drive system. Vehicle performance is limited. appears on the instrument cluster display.

It is possible to continue driving with reduced driving performance.

The driving performance limitation is removed in the following scenarios:

The engine control components are no longer within a critical temperature range.

Engine speed limited

The yellow indicator light turns on.

The engine speed has been limited to reduce the risk of the engine overheating. The instrument cluster display also shows th

RPM.

The engine speed limitation is removed in the following scenarios:

The engine is no longer within a critical temperature range.

You take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

together with

Engine speed limitation due to engine control malfunction

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The yellow indicator lights turn on.

The engine speed limitation is triggered by an engine control malfunction.

The drive system's power may be limited.

1. Make sure the displayed RPM is not exceeded.

2. Have the engine checked immediately by a suitably qualiﬁed professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an

authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Valid vehicle key cannot be detected

Fig. 93 In the lower section of the center console: emergency start function.

A corresponding indicator appears in the instrument cluster display.

If the remote control vehicle key has a weak or drained button cell battery, the vehicle key may not be able to be detected.

An emergency start must be performed:

1. Press and hold the brake pedal.

2. Place the vehicle key on the mat with the key symbol ﬁg. 93 (arrow) and press the starter button.

The ignition will switch on automatically and the engine may start.

The engine cannot be started

If an unauthorized vehicle key is used or the system is malfunctioning, a corresponding indicator appears in the instrument

cluster display.

1. Use an authorized vehicle key.

2. If the malfunction persists, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

The engine cannot be started remotely

If the engine cannot be started remotely, there may be a system error or the conditions for a remote engine start may not be

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met:

1. Ensure that all of the necessary conditions are met and then restart the engine if necessary ⇒ Remote start relay functio

2. If the engine still will not start remotely, contact a suitably qualiﬁed professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an

authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Stopping the engine

1. Bringing the vehicle to a stop ⇒

.

2. Park the vehicle.

3. Press the starter button brieﬂy. If the engine cannot be turned off, use the emergency stop function.

4. Pay attention to the messages in the instrument cluster.

Car wash function

Vehicles with an automatic transmission: If the ignition is switched off in gear , the vehicle will be capable of rolling for

30 minutes. After this time, the parking lock is automatically engaged when the vehicle is stationary. Approximately

one minute before the parking lock is automatically engaged, a corresponding message is shown in the instrument cluster

display.

Exit warning

When the driver door is opened, a warning chime sounds and warning notiﬁcations appear in the instrument cluster display to

warn you that you are exiting a vehicle that can roll.

Water vapor in cold and wet weather

When the vehicle is stopped after driving in cold and wet weather, water vapor may come out of the radiator grille for a short

time. The formation of water vapor on hot engine components is normal and does not constitute a technical malfunction.

WARNING

When the engine is switched off, certain vehicle systems do not work or only work in a limited way, such as the brake

booster or power steering. As a result, you must use more force for steering and you must apply more pressure on the

brake pedal to stop. When the vehicle is moving, this can result in loss of control of the vehicle, accidents and serious or

fatal injuries.

Never switch off the engine while the vehicle is in motion.

WARNING

When the engine is switched off, the airbags and safety belt pretensioners will not function. This can cause serious or fatal

injuries in the event of accidents.

Never switch off the engine while the vehicle is in motion.

WARNING

If the ignition is switched off, the steering lock can engage and you would no longer be able to steer the vehicle. When the

vehicle is moving, this can result in loss of control of the vehicle, accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Never switch off the ignition when the vehicle is in motion.

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