The choice of gear depends on the terrain.
Before attempting to drive through difficult terrain it can be helpful to stop and consider which gear you should select. After several
trips offroad, you will learn which gear to select in conjunction with the step-down ratio for different types of terrain.
—With the correct gear selected, the vehicle will normally not have to be braked so much using the foot brake when driving downhill
as the engine braking effect will normally be sufficient.
—Only accelerate as much as is necessary. If you accelerate too hard, the wheels could spin and you could lose control of the vehicle.
—Select position when driving in normal, flat offroad terrain.
—Adjust your speed when driving on soft or slippery ground, and select the highest suitable position for the Tiptronic.
—On steep downhill or uphill gradients, select position for the Tiptronic.
—When driving through mud, sand, water or hilly terrain, drive with the Tiptronic in positions or (→ Automatic gearbox).
—Use the offroad display (→ Offroad display).
— Use the Auto Hold function (→ Auto Hold function).
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