Get Driver assist systems -> Hill Descent Control Guide for Volkswagen California Van Third Generation (2015-2024)

Hill Descent Control

Fig. 1 In the centre console: Button for switching the Hill

Descent Control on and off.

The Hill Descent Control system supports the driver when driving down a steep incline by actively braking the

vehicle.

Hill Descent Control reduces the engine speed and actively applies the brakes to keep the vehicle speed to a constant

walking pace →

The requirement for regulation is, among other things, that the ground allows enough grip. The Hill Descent Control

system cannot fulfil its function when driving down an icy or slippery slope.

Switching Hill Descent Control on and off

—To switch the Hill Descent Control on, press the → Fig. 1 button in the centre console at speeds under

approximately 30 km/h (19 mph). The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster display lights up grey. The system

is switched on, but is not regulating.

The indicator lamp lights up white when Hill Descent Control is active.

—Press the

button → Fig. 1 in centre console again to switch off the Hill Descent Control. The indicator lamp in

the instrument cluster display goes out.

Hill Descent Assist is regulating

—If Hill Descent Control is switched on using the button and the indicator lamp lights up white.

—And: if the speed is less than 30 km/h(19 mph).

—And: if the gradient is at least 10%.

—And: if the accelerator and brake are not depressed.

—And: if the engine is running.

Regulation is stopped if the vehicle is accelerated or braked by the driver during regulation. The regulation restarts

once the requirements are met again.

Hill Descent Assist does not regulate

—If the gradient is less than 10%.

—Or: speed is greater than 30 km/h(19 mph).

—Or: if the driver brakes or accelerates.

WARNING

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Always be ready to apply the brake. Accidents and injuries could occur if this is not the case.

● The Hill Descent Control system is only a support function and may not be able to brake the vehicle sufficiently in

all situations when driving downhill.

● The vehicle may accelerate despite the Hill Descent Control system.

The Hill Descent Assist system also works if you reverse down a

slope.

Information on steering

The steering should be locked every time you leave the vehicle to make it more difficult for the vehicle to be stolen.

The steering

The power steering provided by the electromechanical steering system automatically adjusts to the vehicle speed,

steering wheel torque and steering wheel angle. The electromechanical steering only functions when the engine is

running. If the start/stop system is activated and the engine is switched off, the steering also works.

You will need considerably more strength than normal to steer the vehicle if the power steering is reduced or has

failed completely.

Mechanical steering column lock

1. Stop the vehicle and move the selector lever to positionP if necessary.

2. Remove the vehicle key.

3. Turn the steering wheel slightly until the steering lock clicks into place.

Counter steering assistance

Counter steering assistance provides the driver with power steering in critical driving situations. Additional steering

power helps the driver when counter steering →

WARNING

If the power steering is not working, the steering wheel is difficult to turn, which makes it difficult to steer the

vehicle.

● Depending on the vehicle's equipment level, the power steering only functions when the engine is running.

● Never allow the vehicle to roll while the engine is switched off.

● Never remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock if the vehicle is in motion. The steering column lock may be

activated and it will no longer be possible to steer the vehicle.

WARNING

In conjunction with the ESC, counter steering assistance provides the driver with assistance when steering in critical

driving situations. The driver must steer the vehicle at all times. Counter steering assistance does not steer the

vehicle.

NOTICE

When the vehicle is towed, the ignition must be switched on to prevent the steering wheel from locking, and so that

the turn signals, horn, wipers and window washer system can be used.

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