Get Messages about driving Guide for Volkswagen Jetta 4 Door Seventh Generation (2019-2025)

The Normal driving mode represents the basic settings for the vehicle systems when the ignition is switched on.

Behavior of the driving mode when switching the ignition off and on

For vehicles with Mode button: If you switch the ignition off and then on again, the previously selected driving mode remains

selected.

For vehicles with ECO mode: If you switch the ignition off and then back on, the Normal driving mode is set.

Behavior of the Drive vehicle system when the ignition is switched off and on

The settings for the Drive vehicle system are reset to the Normal driving mode settings when you switch the ignition off and on

again.

The other vehicle systems will retain their settings.

You can change the Drive vehicle system back to the preferred driving mode.

1. Select your desired driving mode again.

Or: In order to reactivate the settings in the Sport driving mode, move the automatic transmission selector lever

backwards into driving mode S.

Troubleshooting

Adaptive chassis control malfunction

The yellow indicator light turns on.

The message Fault: Damper control may appear in the instrument cluster display.

1. Contact a suitably qualiﬁed professional to have the system inspected. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorize

Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

The driving mode or the vehicle systems do not behave as expected

1. Pay attention to the standard behavior of the driving mode and the vehicle systems ⇒ Standard behavior of the driving

mode and the vehicle systems.

Messages about driving

General driver information

Anticipatory driving

An inconsistent driving style increases consumption. When the driver actively pays attention to trafﬁc, this can prevent

frequent acceleration and braking maneuvers. Maintaining enough distance to the vehicle driving ahead helps you to drive

with better anticipation.

Avoiding Harsh Acceleration

Excessively high speeds increase the rolling resistance and air resistance and with that, the power needed to move the

vehicle. Never drive at the maximum vehicle speed.

Checking tire pressures

Low tire pressures cause wear as well as increased rolling resistance of tires, and this increases consumption. Use tires with

optimal rolling resistance.

Adapt the tire pressures to the load:

Follow the speciﬁcations on the tire pressure label ⇒ Checking the tire pressure.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System ⇒ How the Tire Pressure Monitoring System Works .

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Warming up the engine

Driving short distances too frequently may cause foreign matter such as condensation to collect in the engine oil and cause

increased engine wear.

If the driving behavior leads to an increased collection of foreign matter in the engine oil, a corresponding message appears in

the instrument cluster display. If you are warming up the engine, wait until the operating temperature is reached and the

message disappears.

At low outside temperatures, it may take longer until the engine has warmed up and the operating temperature is

reached. This is normal and not a cause for concern.

Using synthetic engine oil

Full synthetic engine oils with a low viscosity reduce the frictional resistance in the engine and distribute signiﬁcantly better an

faster when cold-starting the engine.

WARNING

Not paying attention to road trafﬁc can cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Always comply with the applicable driving regulations and speed limits and think ahead while driving.

Take regular breaks on long drives. You should take a break at least every two hours.

WARNING

Alcohol, drugs, medication, and prescription narcotics can considerably impair perception, reaction times, and driving

safety, which can result in loss of vehicle control. This can cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Do not drive under the inﬂuence of alcohol, drugs, medication or prescription narcotics.

WARNING

If you drive at high speed and without sufﬁcient safety distance, accidents and serious or fatal injuries can result.

Always adapt your speed and remain a safe distance to vehicles driving ahead according to the visual, weather,

road, and trafﬁc conditions.

Breaking in the engine

A new engine needs to be broken in

during the first approx. 1500 km

(approx. 1000 miles). All moving parts

should be able to work together.

During the first few hours of operation,

the engine has a higher internal friction

than it will later.

Up to approx. 1000 km (approx. 600 miles)

Avoid harsh acceleration.

Do not use more than two thirds of the maximum engine RPM.

Between approx. 1000 and 1500 km (approx. 600 and 1000 miles)

1. Increase the speed and engine RPM gradually.

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The driving style during the ﬁrst approx. 1500 km (approx. 1000 miles) also affects the engine's quality. To reduce engine wea

and increase the possible mileage, the engine should be driven at moderate engine speeds even after that – especially when

the engine is cold.

New tires and brake pads must be carefully broken in.

NOTICE

Driving at too low an RPM can cause increased wear and damage to the engine.

Do not drive at an insufﬁcient engine speed.

Downshift if the engine stops running “smoothly”.

If the new engine is broken in gently, its service life is increased while, at the same time, reducing engine oil consumption

Gear recommendation

Fig. 106 Gear recommendation on the instrument cluster display.

Currently selected gear.

Recommended gear for you to select.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, a recommendation to select a fuel-saving gear can be displayed as a number in the

instrument cluster while you are driving ﬁg. 106.

Vehicles with an automatic transmission: To do this, the transmission must be in the tiptronic program.

If the optimal gear is currently selected, no gear recommendation is made. The gear that is currently selected is displayed.

CAUTION

The gear recommendation is simply an aid and cannot replace the driver's attention and responsibility. Selecting an

unsuitable gear for the driving situation may lead to accidents and injuries.

Always select the correct gear for the relevant driving situation, such as when overtaking or driving uphill.

An optimally selected gear helps to save fuel.

For vehicles with manual transmission, the gear recommendation display is turned off when you press the clutch pedal.

For vehicles with automatic transmission, the gear recommendation display is turned off when you leave the tiptronic

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position.

Eco tips

The correct driving style can help to

reduce consumption, pollution, and

wear on the engine, brakes, and tires.

The following tips will help you

conserve the environment and your

money.

Fig. 107 Fuel consumption in mpg at two different ambient temperatures.

Using the freewheel function

Vehicles with an automatic transmission: If neither the accelerator nor the brake pedal is pressed in the

position, the vehicle will roll (“coasting feature”) using virtually no energy.

selector lever

Energy-Saving Shifting

Early upshifting at an engine speed of approx. 2000 rpm saves energy. Do not wait as long as possible to upshift gears and

avoid high engine speeds.

Vehicles with manual transmission: Shift from ﬁrst to second gear immediately after starting to drive.

Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Accelerate slowly and avoid using the kick-down function.

Pay attention to the gear recommendation ⇒ Gear recommendation.

If possible, use the

driving mode.

Reducing to idle speed

Start driving immediately at low speeds. When stationary for a long time, do not shift to idle, but rather stop the engine, for

example when in a trafﬁc jam or at a railroad crossing.

On vehicles with an activated start-stop system, the engine can turn off automatically when the vehicle is stopped and when

stationary.

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Refuel in moderation

A full fuel tank increases the vehicle weight. A fuel tank that is half to three-quarters full is best suited for city driving.

Avoid short trips

A cold engine has a very high consumption rate. The optimal operating temperature is only reached after several kilometers

(miles). When outside temperatures are very low, for example in winter, the consumption is much higher than average

ﬁg. 107. Plan trips economically and combine short trips.

Have maintenance performed regularly

Regular maintenance is required for fuel-efﬁcient driving and increases the service life of the vehicle.

Removing unnecessary weight

Clearing out the luggage compartment, for example by removing empty crates or unneeded child restraints, can reduce

consumption.

To keep the vehicle's air resistance as low as possible, remove attachments after use.

Saving energy

The alternator, which is powered by the engine, generates power for the electrical equipment, such as the air conditioner,

window heating, or ventilation. Saving energy is simple, for example:

When temperatures are high, air out the vehicle before driving and drive short distances with the windows open. Then

turn on the climate control system.

Switch off comfort consumers that are not required.

NOTICE

If the vehicle rolls down mountains or hills in neutral , the transmission is not lubricated. This can cause the automatic

transmission to overheat and can damage it.

Never leave the vehicle in neutral gear, especially when the engine is stopped.

An authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility can provide you with more information about

correct maintenance and replacement parts that are particularly energy efﬁcient, such as new tires.

In driving situations when less power is required, the engine cylinders can deactivate automatically on vehicles with

Active Cylinder Management (ACT), depending on the vehicle equipment. When the engine is switched off, no fuel is

injected into the relevant cylinders, meaning that overall fuel consumption is reduced.

Driving a loaded vehicle

Heed the following for good vehicle handling when the vehicle is loaded:

Stow all cargo securely ⇒ Transporting.

Accelerate with extra care and caution.

Avoid sudden braking and driving maneuvers.

Brake earlier than usual.

If necessary, read and heed the information about roof racks ⇒ Roof rack.

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Messages about driving for Your Volkswagen Jetta 4 Door Seventh Generation (2019-2025)

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