Braking assistance systems -> Switching the braking support system on and off for Your Volkswagen Jetta 4 Door Seventh Generation (2019-2025)

Multi Collision Brake  
If the airbag control module has detected a collision in an accident situation, the Automatic Post-Collision Braking System  
automatically brakes the vehicle.  
Requirements for automatic braking:  
You are not pressing the accelerator pedal.  
Brake booster  
The braking support only functions when the engine is running and it enhances the pressure applied to the brake pedal by the  
driver.  
If the brake booster is not in operation or the vehicle is being towed, you will need to press the brake pedal harder because th  
lack of braking assistance will increase the braking distance  
, Troubleshooting.  
WARNING  
Driving without the brake booster or when the brake booster's system function is limited can increase the braking distance  
significantly. This may lead to accidents resulting in serious or fatal injuries.  
Never stop the engine or switch the ignition off while the vehicle is moving.  
Press the brake pedal harder if the brake booster does not work or the vehicle is being towed.  
Always keep the footwell beneath the pedals clear so that the brake pedal is unobstructed and can move freely.  
Switching the braking support system on and off  
Driving situations  
In order to avoid risks, the braking assistance systems should not be switched off under normal conditions ⇒  
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WARNING  
When ESC Sport is switched on, the risk of the vehicle swerving is significantly higher. The vehicle can be difficult for  
inexperienced drivers to handle at high speeds. Accidents and serious or fatal injuries could result.  
Only switch on ESC Sport if you are driving on a closed track and are experienced in sporty driving.  
Do not take any risks.  
Switching on and off  
1. Open the vehicle settings of the Infotainment system Vehicle settings menu.  
2. Open the settings for parking systems.  
3. Select the function.  
If the setting is no longer being used, you should completely switch off the braking assistance system again ⇒  
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ASR  
It can be helpful to switch off ASR when the vehicle is driven on loose ground or when “rocking” the vehicle out of place  
because it is stuck ⇒  
ASR is manually switched off. The yellow indicator light turns on.  
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ESC Sport  
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The function assists with sporty driving. The ESC intervenes later to stabilize the vehicle, e.g. during fast cornering ⇒  
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ESC Sport is switched on. The yellow indicator light turns on.  
Button in the center console  
Fig. 103 Located on the center console: Button to manually switch ASR or ESC Sport on and off (depending on how your  
vehicle is equipped).  
Jetta GLI:  
Switching off the ASR  
1. Press the  
button for about one second fig. 103.  
2. Press the  
button again to switch ASR on again.  
Switching on ESC Sport  
1. Press the  
button for about three seconds fig. 103.  
ASR switched off and ESC Sport switched on.  
2. Press the  
button again to switch ASR and ESC on again.  
Troubleshooting  
Brake booster malfunction  
The yellow indicator light turns on.  
A message is displayed for a few seconds.  
1. Press the brake pedal harder, as the reduced braking assistance will increase the braking distance.  
2. Contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or  
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
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