Get Driving assist systems Guide for Volkswagen Tayron SUV First Generation (2018-2025)

Anti-lock brake system failure or fault

The indicator lamp lights up yellow.

1. Go to a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.

The vehicle can be braked without ABS.

ESC fault

The indicator lamp lights up yellow. ESC has been switched off.

There is a fault or a malfunction.

1. Switch the ignition off and on.

2. Drive a short distance at a speed of approx. 15 km/h (around 9 mph) to approx. 20 km/h (around 12 mph).

3. If the indicator lamp remains lit, go to a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised

Volkswagen repairer.

Noises of the brake support systems

The brake pedal may move or noises may occur while the brake support systems are performing a control intervention.

1. Continue to brake with the necessary force, and steer the vehicle if necessary.

WARNING

If the brake warning lamp lights up together with the indicator lamp, the control function of the ABS may have failed. This can

cause the rear wheels to lock when you brake. This may cause you to lose control of the vehicle and can result in accidents with

serious or fatal injuries.

● To have the brake system checked, drive at reduced speed to the nearest suitably qualified specialist workshop. Volkswagen

recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.

● Avoid sudden braking and driving manoeuvres.

WARNING

The ABS is not functioning correctly if the indicator lamp does not go out or comes on while the vehicle is in motion. The vehicle

can be stopped using the normal brakes only. Any restriction of the ABS can cause accidents and may result in vehicle damage and

serious or fatal injury.

● Go to a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.

Hill Start Assist supports moving off on uphill gradients by actively holding the vehicle and is activated in all driving profiles as of an

uphill gradient of around 6%.

Functional requirements

The following prerequisites need to be met simultaneously:

The Auto Hold function is switched off.

On an incline, the stationary vehicle must be held in position with the foot brake until the vehicle starts moving.

The engine is running “smoothly”.

A gear selector position is engaged for driving uphill.

To move off, take your foot off the brake pedal and press the accelerator immediately. The brake will gradually be released as the

vehicle pulls away.

The hold function of the Hill Start Assist only remains active for a short time. Start driving within about 2 seconds.

Function conditions

Hill Start Assist is deactivated immediately under the following conditions:

—If the vehicle is left.

—If the engine is not running smoothly or there is an engine fault.

—If the engine is switched off or has stalled.

—When the gearbox is in neutral position .

—When a gear selector position facing down the hill is selected.

CAUTION

If you do not drive off immediately after releasing the brake pedal, the vehicle may roll opposite the direction of travel when moving

off. This can lead to injuries or damage.

● In this case, press the brake pedal immediately or switch on the electronic parking brake.

● If you want to prevent the vehicle rolling opposite the direction of travel when you drive off on an uphill gradient in dense traffic,

press the brake pedal before you drive off.

Downhill speed control helps the rider when travelling downhill.

Function

The dual clutch gearbox DSG® selects the best gear depending on the steepness of the gradient and the current speed. The

position must be engaged for this. The downhill speed control system is not active in Tiptronic mode.

As the downhill speed control can shift down only as far as third gear, it may be necessary to activate the Tiptronic mode when driving

down particularly steep inclines. In order to use the braking effect of the engine and relieve the load on the brakes, shift manually to

second or first gear in Tiptronic mode.

The start/stop system is automatically deactivated as long as downhill speed control is active.

Activating downhill speed control automatically

—If the downhill gradient is greater than approximately 6%.

if the

position is engaged.

—In addition, if Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is switched off: if the vehicle speed is less than around 80 km/h (around 50 mph).

the brake is pressed.

—In addition, if Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is active: if the stored speed is exceeded.

Deactivating downhill speed control automatically

—If the downhill gradient becomes less steep.

—If the gearbox shifts up because the maximum engine speed of the function has been reached.

—If Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is also active: if the stored speed can be maintained.

WARNING

The downhill speed control system is not a substitute for the full attention of the driver and operates only within the limits of the

system. The downhill speed control system cannot detect all driving situations and may not react or may react with a delay or in an

undesired way. If you do not pay due attention, there is a risk of accidents due to unintentional vehicle movements. This can cause

severe or fatal injuries.

● Always pay due attention and do not rely exclusively on the system. The driver is always responsible for all driving tasks.

● Please note that the downhill speed control system cannot always hold the vehicle on an uphill gradient or sufficiently brake the

vehicle on downhill gradients, e.g. on slippery or icy surfaces.

● Always be ready to brake, particularly on slippery or icy surfaces.

● Brake the vehicle manually if the vehicle becomes faster in spite of downhill speed control.

● Ensure that your speed and driving style are always appropriate for the current visibility, weather and road/traffic conditions.

Hill Descent Control helps the driver when driving down hills.

Function

Hill Descent Control initiates an automatic braking intervention on all four wheels to limit the speed when driving forwards and

reversing on steep slopes. The wheels are prevented from locking as the anti-lock brake system remains active.

If you enter a downhill slope travelling at a speed under 30 km/h (19 mph), the vehicle speed will be limited to a minimum of 2 km/h

(1 mph) and a maximum of 30 km/h (19 mph). By accelerating or braking, the driver can increase or reduce the speed within these

specified speed limits at any time.

However, a prerequisite for this is that the tyres have sufficient grip on the driving surface. The Hill Descent Control system cannot

perform its function when driving down an icy or slippery slope, for example.

Displays

One of the following indicator lamps will light up in the instrument cluster depending on the driving situation:

Hill Descent Control is active. The indicator lamp lights up white.

Hill Descent Control is not active. The indicator lamp lights up grey.

Function conditions

Hill Descent Control is activated automatically if the following conditions are met:

—The engine is running.

—The vehicle is in the Offroad driving profile.

—The speed is under about 30 km/h (about 19 mph) – the function display is shown on the instrument cluster display.

—The downhill gradient is at least 10 %.

—You do not brake or accelerate.

Hill Descent Control is deactivated if the speed exceeds about 30 km/h (about 19 mph), if the driver brakes or accelerates, or if the

downhill gradient is less than 5%.

WARNING

Hill Descent Control is not a substitute for the full attention of the driver and operates only within the limits of the system. Hill

Descent Control cannot detect all driving situations and may not react or may react with a delay or in an undesired way. If you do not

pay due attention, there is a risk of accidents due to unintentional vehicle movements. This can cause severe or fatal injuries.

● Always pay due attention and do not rely exclusively on the system. The driver is always responsible for all driving tasks.

● Please note that Hill Descent Control cannot always hold the vehicle on an uphill gradient or sufficiently brake the vehicle on

downhill gradients, e.g. on slippery or icy surfaces.

● Always be ready to brake, particularly on slippery or icy surfaces.

● Brake the vehicle manually if the vehicle becomes faster in spite of Hill Descent Control.

● Ensure that your speed and driving style are always appropriate for the current visibility, weather and road/traffic conditions.

By selecting different driving profiles, the driver can adapt the characteristics of the vehicle systems to the current driving situation,

the desired ride comfort and an economical driving style. The adaptable vehicle systems include the chassis, steering, drive and the

air conditioning system.

Different driving profiles are available, depending on the vehicle equipment level. The effect on the vehicle systems in the individual

driving profiles depends on the vehicle equipment level.

Differentiation by powertrain type

Only vehicles with all-wheel drive can be equipped with 4MOTION Active Control.

Vehicles with adaptive chassis control (DCC Pro)

The adaptive chassis control (DCC Pro) continuously adjusts the chassis damping to the current road surface and driving situation while

the vehicle is in motion. The DCC Pro takes the chassis tuning of the selected driving profile into account

Presentation mode

If the driving profile is changed or the slider is moved in the Individual driving profile when the vehicle is stationary with the ignition

switched on, the adaptive chassis control will be activated for around 30 seconds. Within this time, the adaptive chassis control can be

tested in the different settings.

1. Switch on the ignition.

2. Select driving profile.

move the slider in the Individual driving profile.

3. Move the vehicle at the luggage compartment load sill or roof side member →

.

NOTICE

The vehicle can be damaged if pressure is exerted on the vehicle body in an inappropriate way, e.g. by pressing on the wing, bonnet

or roof.

● Press only from above onto the luggage compartment load sill or from the side against the roof side member.

Some settings can be stored in the personalised user accounts and therefore change when the user account changes.

The driving profile can be selected when the ignition is switched on and when the vehicle is stationary or while driving.

If you have selected a driving profile while driving, the vehicle systems will be switched immediately to the new driving profile except

for Drive.

1. To also activate the newly selected driving profile for the Drive system, briefly take your foot off the accelerator as soon as

permitted by the traffic situation.

Selecting a driving profile

In the centre console: rotary switch for driving profile

selection.

1

2

Touch control.

Rotary switch.

The driving profile can be selected by means of the rotary switch for driving profile selection or in the Infotainment system.

Selecting the driving profile using the rotary switch for driving profile selection:

1. Press the touch control → Fig. 1 1 .

2. Swipe right on the touch control until the driving profile selection is shown.

3. Turn the rotary switch → Fig. 1 2 until the desired driving profile is selected.

Selecting the driving profile via the Infotainment system:

1. Tap the

function button on the Infotainment system.

2. Set preferred driving profile.

Adapting the Individual driving profile

The settings for various vehicle systems can be adjusted in the Individual driving profile:

1. Select the Individual driving profile.

2. Tap

on the function button.

3. Adjust the vehicle systems.

Displaying information on the driving profile

Additional information on the driving profile can be displayed on the Infotainment system:

1. Tap at the function button of the driving profile.

WARNING

Selecting a driving profile while the vehicle is in motion can distract you from the road. This can cause accidents and serious or fatal

injuries.

● Drive with your full attention and with responsibility.

The selected driving profile is displayed in the instrument cluster.

It is not possible to select the position in the Offroad and Snow driving profiles. When an offroad driving profile is selected,

information is shown in the instrument cluster display.

1. Select a different driving profile in order to be able to select the position.

The Eco driving profile switches the vehicle into economical mode and helps you to drive the vehicle in a fuel-efficient manner.

The system automatically switches to gear position E when the

driving profile is selected.

The Comfort driving profile creates a comfort-oriented vehicle setup and is suited to long journeys, for example.

The Sport driving profile gives you a sporty driving feeling. If you select the Sport driving profile, position will be selected on

vehicles with an automatic gearbox.

You can use the Individual driving profile to tailor individual vehicle systems to suit your personal requirements.

The Offroad driving profile makes it easier to control acceleration with the accelerator when driving offroad. The braking action

of the engine is always available and gearshifts can be prevented in critical situations. Hill Descent Control is active in the

Offroad driving profile. In order to provide better support in poor visibility conditions, the dynamic cornering light function is

adapted.

The Snow driving profile can be used to improve grip on icy or snowy roads through more targeted power transmission.

NOTICE

Using an offroad driving profile can cause increased fuel consumption and tyre wear and also additional noise during normal driving.

● Avoid using an offroad driving profile in normal road conditions.

The Comfort driving profile corresponds to the basic settings of the vehicle systems when the ignition is switched on.

Behaviour of the driving profiles when the ignition is switched off and on

The vehicle system settings are reset to the Comfort driving profile when the ignition is switched off and then back on again.

The desired driving profile can be activated again:

1. Select the desired driving profile again by means of the driving profile selection.

Fault in the adaptive chassis control (DCC Pro)

The indicator lamp lights up yellow.

The message Fault: damper may be displayed on the instrument cluster display.

1. In this case, go to a suitably qualified workshop and have the system checked. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised

Volkswagen repairer.

The driving profiles or vehicle systems do not behave as expected.

1. Note the standard behaviour of the driving profiles and vehicle systems (→ Driving profile selection).

The offroad display contains digital instruments that show additional information about the vehicle and its surroundings. This makes

it possible to assess the current driving situation more precisely.

Opening the offroad display

1. Tap the

function button on the Infotainment system.

Driving dynamics menu

The steering angle is shown in the menu and it is possible to adapt various vehicle systems:

— Adjust ESC.

—Activate or deactivate Hill Descent Control.

—Display driving profile.

Hill Descent Control is automatically activated in the Offroad driving profile.

Display menu

Off-road display (illustration).

Depending on equipment, additional information about the vehicle and the surroundings may be displayed in the menu.

—

the compass shows the current driving direction.

the steering angle of the vehicle is displayed. The value is positive for a left steering angle and negative for a

right steering angle.

the altimeter shows the current height above sea level.

the display corresponds to the temperature display on the instrument cluster.

the display corresponds to the oil temperature display on the instrument cluster.

—

Selecting instruments and setting units

The displayed instruments can be changed:

1. Swipe vertically over the individual instruments → Fig. 1.

The units of measurement can be adjusted for some instruments in the Infotainment system (→ Vehicle settings menu).

Adapting the display areas to the driving situation

The instruments displayed can be selected depending on the driving situation, the environmental conditions and the offroad

conditions:

—

oil and coolant temperature display, steering angle display.

—

steering angle display, coolant temperature display, altimeter (country-dependent).

steering angle display, altimeter (country-dependent), compass

Off-road display on the home screen

A reduced view of the off-road displays is shown on the home screen.

The tile can be restored in the off-road display settings.

The example stated in this chapter must be understood as general guidelines that are intended to help the driver to drive safely when

driving offroad. However, it is not possible to predict whether these guidelines will be valid for all situations that could occur. Before

driving in unknown terrain, it is crucial to obtain knowledge about the characteristics of the terrain ahead. This will enable you to

assess potential danger in advance. The driver is responsible for deciding whether the vehicle is suitable for the terrain in question and

whether it is possible to drive across the terrain.

Driving offroad demands different skills and driving styles in comparison to driving on roads.

The vehicle is not built for “expedition-type” travel.

The driver can use 4MOTION Active Control to activate a variety of vehicle settings in an all-wheel drive vehicle as required (→ Driving

profile selection).

Switch off the driver assist and parking systems when driving offroad.

Checklist

Before every journey, the following steps should be taken in order to be able to drive and control the vehicle away from surfaced roads:

Observe the general safety notes for driving off-road (→ Offroad driving).

Fold in or remove the ball coupling.

Adjust the seat position so that you have a good view to the front. Fasten seat belts (→ Sitting position).

Always wear suitable, well-fitting shoes that provide good grip for your feet when using the pedals.

A responsible driver should respect the environment when driving offroad. Remember that driving through undergrowth and

on meadows can destroy animal and plant habitats.

Leaking service fluids due to vehicle damage can pollute the environment. Spilt service fluids must be collected and

disposed of properly and with respect for the environment.

Take suitable accessories and equipment with you when driving offroad.

Driving assist systems for Your Volkswagen Tayron SUV First Generation (2018-2025)

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