2. Deactivating the start/stop system manually (→ Start/stop system).
3. In this case, go to a suitably qualified workshop and have the system checked. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised
Volkswagen repairer.
The selected position is shown in the instrument cluster display and on the driving mode selector when the ignition is switched on.
Selecting a position
On the right of the steering column: driving mode selector of
the automatic gearbox.
1
2
Button for the parking lock.
Driving mode selector.
To change from neutral position to a gear position, carry out the following:
1. Start the engine.
2. Depress the brake pedal.
3. Turn the driving mode selector in the desired direction → Fig. 1 2 .
Changing position
The gear shift pattern is shown on the instrument cluster display when the brake is pressed or a gear selector position is selected.
To select the next position, turn the driving mode selector forward or back to the first pressure point. The driving mode selector returns
to its initial position.
To skip a position, turn the driving mode selector beyond the pressure point in the desired direction. The driving mode selector returns
to its initial position. In this way, it is possible to shift directly from position to position , for example. The position is skipped in this
case.
Description of positions
The drive wheels are blocked. Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
To engage the parking lock, press the button → Fig. 1 1 .
If the engine is switched off in the position
or , or if incorrect exiting of the vehicle is detected, the gearbox automatically
engages the position and the vehicle is secured to prevent it from rolling away.