Get Some basics -> Technical terms explained Guide for Volkswagen Tiguan 4 Door First Generation (2007-2016)

WARNING

Off-road driving can be dangerous, can lead to accidents, vehicle damage, stranding in

remote areas, and serious personal injury.

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Never drive too fast or for terrain and weather conditions.

Always adjust your speed and driving style to road, terrain, traffic, and weather

conditions.

ꢀ Always avoid sudden, sharp maneuvers that increase the risk of loss of vehicle control or

getting stuck.

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When driving off-road look and think ahead, expect the unexpected.

To reduce the risk of loss of control and serious personal injury, never use the cruise

control when driving off-road. Cruise control is designed for highway use. It is completely

unsuitable for off-road situations and can even be dangerous when used off-road.

NOTICE

Always make sure the vehicle has enough ground clearance. Severe damage to the underbody

can occur if the vehicle bottoms out. The damage could disable the vehicle and leave you

stranded.

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While driving off-road do not drag the clutch or rest one foot on the clutch pedal. Otherwise,

in bumpy terrain you might press the clutch accidentally, resulting in loss of vehicle control. In

addition, the frictional connection between the engine and transmission is lost. Further, driving

while dragging the clutch causes fast wear of the clutch lining.

“Tread lightly” is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of land use

regulations and responsibilities in our nation's wilderness areas. Volkswagen supports the U.S. Forest

Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to preserve our national forests and

other public and private lands by “treading lightly”.

Technical terms explained

Fig. 164 Illustration of A: Ascent angle. B: Lateral gradient.

ꢀ Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

The technical date in the table below only apply to ideal conditions. The values were

determined on flat, firm, and non-slippery road surfaces and under dry weather conditions.

Changes in vehicle load and the condition of the ground and the surroundings will affect the stated

maximum values. The maximum values do not apply, for example, to off-road situations and will also

be lower on hard, firm surfaces if ideal conditions do not exist. As the driver, you are always

responsible for deciding whether your vehicle is able to handle a particular situation ⇒ꢀ

Term

Explanation

Technical data

Ground clearance

This is the vertical distance between the

level ground and the lowest part on the

vehicle.

Maximum 7.6 in (195 mm).

Fording depth in

standing water

Distance between the point on the ground

that touches the tire and the engine air

intake duct.

Maximum 6.9 inches (175 mm).

Gradient angle

The number of feet (meters) in altitude

gained when traveling 100 ft (30.48 m) is

given as a percentage or in degrees

Maximum permissible 31 degrees

(corresponds to 60 %).

⇒ꢀfig. 164 A.

Information on the maximum slope the

vehicle can climb unassisted (depends on

road surface and engine power).

Lateral angle

(vehicle slope)

The maximum angle the vehicle may be

driven across terrain without the vehicle

rolling over (depends on height of center of

Maximum permissible

27 degrees.

gravity) ⇒ꢀfig. 164 B.

Breakover angle

Maximum permitted angle given in

degrees that a vehicle driven at low speed

can clear a ramp without the underbody of

the vehicle scraping the ramp.

Maximum 21.3 degrees.

Approach/departure Transition from horizontal plane to a slope, Approach angle for off-road front

angle

or from a slope to flat ground.

Maximum angle in degrees the vehicle can

be driven at low speed along an

embankment without the bumper or

underbody scraping.

end:

Maximum 28 degrees.

Departure angle:

Maximum 25 degrees.

Fall line

This is the vertical drop route.

Articulation capability of the vehicle while driving on one side over an object.

Articulation

WARNING

Never exceed the recommended maximum values in the above table. Exceeding these values

will result in serious personal injury and/or damage to your vehicle.

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All values listed above are for ideal conditions and assume firm, even surfaces that are

dry and not slippery.

Off-road conditions will always be less than ideal. Always reduce the maximum values

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listed in the table above to allow an adequate margin of safety between the ideal maximum

value and your vehicle's actual off-road situation.

Some basics -> Technical terms explained for Your Volkswagen Tiguan 4 Door First Generation (2007-2016)

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