Get Automatic transmission -> Shifting using tiptronic Guide for Volkswagen Jetta 4 Door Seventh Generation (2019-2025)

When skipping past the position, for example by switching from reverse gear to

, the selector lever is not locked. This

makes it possible to free the vehicle when it is stuck by “rocking” it. If the lever remains in the position for more than approx

one second, when the vehicle is traveling at a speed lower than approx. 5 km/h (approx. 3 mph) and the brake pedal has not

been pressed, the selector lever lock will engage ⇒

WARNING

If the brake pedal is released while the engine is running and gear

or is engaged, the vehicle will start moving. This

can cause unintentional vehicle movement and accidents and serious injuries.

When the engine is running and the

or gear is engaged, hold the vehicle with the brake pedal.

As the driver, never leave the driver seat when the engine is running and a gear is engaged.

If you have to leave the vehicle while the engine is running, always set the electronic parking brake and move the

selector lever to the position.

WARNING

Engaging the incorrect gear can cause you to lose control of the vehicle, which could lead to accidents and serious

injuries.

Never press the accelerator pedal while engaging a gear.

Never shift into reverse gear or engage the parking lock while the vehicle is moving.

WARNING

If the vehicle is left in selector lever position on inclines, the vehicle will roll downhill even if the engine is switched on.

This can cause accidents and serious injuries.

Never leave the vehicle in selector lever position

NOTICE

If the electronic parking brake is not switched on while the vehicle is stationary and the brake pedal is released while the

parking lock is engaged, the vehicle may move forward or backward a few centimeters. This can cause damage to the

vehicle.

Always set the electronic parking brake ﬁrst before releasing the brake pedal.

If you accidentally switch to while driving, you should take your foot off the accelerator pedal and wait for the engine

to idle in neutral position. Only then should you shift into a gear.

If the selector lever is left for a long period of time in any position other than in the parking lock

switched off, the 12 V vehicle battery will drain.

when the engine is

Shifting using tiptronic

The tiptronic mode allows you to shift

gears manually on an automatic

transmission.

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When shifting in the tiptronic program, the gear currently engaged is maintained. This applies until the system shifts gears

automatically due to the current driving situation.

Using tiptronic with the selector lever

Fig. 99 In the center console: selector lever in the tiptronic position.

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

2. Tap the selector lever forward or to the rear

selector lever position and into the tiptronic shift gate.

to upshift or downshift ﬁg. 99.

The lock button on the selector lever must not be pressed when tapping the selector lever within the tiptronic shift gate.

Operating Tiptronic with the shift paddles

Fig. 100 Behind the steering wheel: shift paddles for the tiptronic.

1. To shift up a gear, pull the right-hand shift paddle toward the steering wheel ﬁg. 100.

2. To shift down a gear, pull the left-hand shift paddle toward the steering wheel.

3. Pull the right shift paddle toward the steering wheel for about a second to leave the tiptronic program.

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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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Automatic transmission -> Shifting using tiptronic for Your Volkswagen Jetta 4 Door Seventh Generation (2019-2025)

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