Get Automatic transmission -> Driving with an automatic transmission Guide for Volkswagen Jetta 4 Door Seventh Generation (2019-2025)

The tiptronic program ends automatically if you do not operate the shift paddles for some time and the selector lever is not in

the tiptronic position.

When accelerating, the transmission automatically upshifts to the next gear shortly before the maximum permissible

engine RPM is reached.

When downshifting manually, the transmission only shifts if it is no longer possible to over-rev the engine.

Driving with an automatic transmission

The transmission shifts up and down

automatically when in the forward

driving gears.

Driving on an incline

The steeper the incline, the lower the gear that you should select. Lower gears increase the engine braking effect. Never let

the vehicle roll down mountains or hills in the neutral setting.

1. Reduce your speed.

2. Push the selector lever to the right out of the

3. Tap the selector lever to the rear to downshift.

selector lever position and into the tiptronic shift gate.

Or: Downshift using the shift paddles on the steering wheel.

Stopping and starting to drive uphill

The steeper the hill, the lower the gear that you should select.

If you stop on a hill with a gear selected, always press the brake pedal or set the electronic parking brake to prevent the

vehicle from rolling away. Only release the brake pedal or the electronic parking brake once you start driving ⇒

Coasting with a DSG^®automated transmission

When using the coasting feature, the vehicle's momentum is used to save fuel with predictive driving. The engine does not

slow down the vehicle, so it can roll for a longer period. The function is only available in selector lever position

a speed range of approx. 40 to 130 km/h (approx. 25 to 80 mph).

and within

If the brake is engaged while rolling, the engine will remain switched off until the vehicle comes to a complete stop.

When rolling without braking, the engine starts again automatically when the vehicle reaches “creeping pace”.

The engine may restart automatically to ensure the engine restarts safely and there is a secure supply of electricity to the

vehicle electrical system.

Triggering the coasting feature

1. In the driving mode selection, select the

driving mode.

2. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. The engine is disengaged and in neutral. The vehicle is rolling without any engine

braking effect.

Canceling the Coasting Feature

1. Press the brake pedal ﬁrmly.

Or: press the accelerator pedal or brake pedal brieﬂy.

Or: Pull one of the shift paddles toward the steering wheel.

Or: Push the selector lever into the tiptronic position.

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Or: Change the driving mode.

Kick-down

The kick-down function makes maximum acceleration possible in selector lever position

When you press the accelerator pedal all the way down, the automatic transmission downshifts into a lower gear, depending

on the vehicle speed and engine speed. This utilizes the full acceleration power of the vehicle ⇒

or in the tiptronic position.

With the kick-down function, the automatic upshift to the next gear only occurs when the maximum predeﬁned engine speed i

reached.

For vehicles with Driving Mode Selection, if the

driving mode is selected and the accelerator pedal is fully pressed past

the pressure point, the engine power is controlled automatically so that the vehicle achieves maximum acceleration.

Launch Control Program

Depending on the vehicle equipment, vehicles with automatic transmission have a Launch Control Program. The Launch

Control Program provide maximum acceleration from a standstill.

1. To start the Launch Control Program, switch off anti-slip regulation (ASR).

2. Use your left foot to press down on the brake pedal and hold it.

3. Move the selector lever to selector lever position

in gear or to the tiptronic position.

Or: on vehicles with Driving Mode Selection, select the Sport.

4. Use your right foot to press the accelerator pedal until an engine speed of approx. 3200 rpm is reached.

5. To start the vehicle with maximum acceleration, take your left foot off the brake ⇒

6. Reactivate ASR after acceleration.

The Launch Control Program is only available if the transmission has “warmed up” and the steering wheel is pointing

“straight ahead”.

WARNING

Fast acceleration or switching off the ASR can cause traction loss and sliding. This could cause loss of vehicle control,

accidents, and serious or fatal injuries, especially on slippery roads, such as on wet, icy or dirty roads.

Always adapt your driving style to the ﬂow of trafﬁc.

Only use the kick-down function, Launch Control Program or accelerate quickly when the visibility, weather, road,

and trafﬁc conditions allow it, and when other road users will not be endangered by the vehicle's acceleration and

driving style.

Switch the ASR back on after acceleration.

WARNING

Prolonged braking causes the brakes to overheat. This can considerably reduce braking performance, considerably

increase braking distance and possibly lead to a total brake system malfunction. Accidents and serious or fatal injuries

could result.

Never let the brakes “rub” too often and too long or press the brake pedal too often and too long.

NOTICE

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If the vehicle rolls with the engine switched off, the transmission is not lubricated. This can cause the automatic

transmission to overheat and can damage it.

If you stop on inclines when a gear is engaged, use the brakes and not the accelerator pedal to hold the vehicle.

Never let the vehicle roll in the selector lever position, especially when the engine is stopped.

NOTICE

Vehicles with the Launch Control Program: All vehicle components are put under intense strain when accelerating with the

Launch Control Program. This can cause increased wear.

Only use this function if the vehicle is at operating temperature.

NOTICE

If the brake pads “rub” when the brake pedal is pressed lightly, wear is increased.

Never let the brakes “rub” by pressing the pedal lightly when braking is not really necessary.

Troubleshooting

The engine is not starting

The green indicator light turns on.

The brake pedal was not pressed, for example when trying to shift to another gear using the selector lever.

1. Press the brake pedal to select a gear.

Driving is restricted by the lock button

The green indicator light blinks.

The lock button in the selector lever is not engaged.

1. Check if the lock button is locked.

2. Lock the lock button into place if necessary.

Driving is restricted by the selector lever lock

The green indicator light blinks. A message is also displayed.

In rare cases, the Automatic Shift Lock (ASL) may not lock in vehicles with a DSG® ^®automated transmission.

The engine will then be disabled to prevent the vehicle from going into motion unintentionally.

1. Press and release the brake pedal again.

Transmission overheating

The yellow indicator light turns on.

An audible warning may also sound. Where applicable, a message will appear in the instrument cluster display.

The DSG®^®automated transmission can become too hot, for example due to frequently starting up on slopes.

1. At the next opportunity, stop and let the transmission cool down with the parking lock

engaged and the engine running

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