Get Driving -> Driving Mode Selection and 4MOTION Active Control Guide for Volkswagen Tiguan 4 Door Third Generation (2024-2025)

System function

Hill descent control maintains the speed on all four wheels when driving forward or in reverse on steep inclines through

automatic braking interventions. The wheels will not lock up because the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) remains active.

When starting to drive downhill at speeds less then 30 km/h (approx. 19 mph), the speed is limited to minimum 2 km/h

(approx. 1 mph) and maximum 30 km/h (approx. 19 mph). The driver can increase or decrease the vehicle speed within these

speed limits by pressing the accelerator or brake pedal.

However, there must be enough traction. Hill descent control cannot function as expected, if for example the hill is icy or if the

surface is greasy.

Displays

Depending on the driving situation, one of the following indicator lights will light up in the instrument cluster:

Hill Descent Control is active.

Hill Descent Control is not active.

If hill descent control is not active, the indicator light turns gray. The system is activated, but it is not regulating.

When is it active?

Hill descent control is automatically activated under the following conditions:

The vehicle engine must be running.

The speed must be less than 30 km/h (approx. 19 mph), the

The gradient must be at least 10%.

indicator light appears in the instrument cluster display.

The brake pedal or accelerator pedal must not be pressed.

Hill Descent Control is deactivated if the speed is higher than 30 km/h (approx. 19 mph), when the brake pedal or accelerator

pedal is pressed, or the gradient is less than 5%.

WARNING

Hill Descent Control is not a replacement for the driver's attention and works only within the system limitations. Hill

Descent Control cannot detect all driving situations and may not react, or may react with a delay, or may react in a way

that is not desired. If you are careless, there is a risk of accidents due to unintentional vehicle movement. This can cause

serious or fatal injuries.

Always stay attentive and do not rely solely on the system. The driver is always responsible for control of the

vehicle.

Be aware that Hill Descent Control cannot hold the vehicle on the incline or brake sufﬁciently going downhill in

every situation, for example if the ground is slippery or icy.

Always be ready to brake, in particular if the ground is slippery or icy.

Manually brake the vehicle if the vehicle moves faster despite Hill Descent Control.

Always adapt your speed and driving style to the visibility, weather, road and trafﬁc conditions.

Driving Mode Selection and 4MOTION Active Control

Introduction

Via the driving modes, the driver can

adapt various properties of vehicle

systems to the current driving situation,

the desired driving comfort, and for an

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economic driving style. The suspension,

steering, drive, and the air conditioner

are some of the vehicle systems that

can be adjusted.

Different driving modes are available depending on the vehicle equipment. The inﬂuence of vehicle systems on the individual

driving modes depends on the vehicle equipment.

Differentiation according to the type of drive

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

Selecting the driving mode

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

WARNING

Adjusting driving modes while driving can distract from trafﬁc. This can cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Always drive attentively and responsibly.

If you select a driving mode while driving, the vehicle systems, except for Drive, will be switched over to the new driving mode

immediately.

1. When the trafﬁc situation allows it, brieﬂy take your foot off the accelerator pedal to enable the newly selected driving

mode to be applied to the Drive vehicle system as well.

Selecting the driving mode via the rotary switch

Fig. 126 In the center armrest: 4MOTION Active Control rotary switch.

MODE button: select onroad driving modes and open the menu in the Infotainment system.

Snow driving mode

Onroad driving mode

Offroad driving mode

Offroad Custom driving mode

1. Turn the dial until the LED next to the preferred driving mode comes on ﬁg. 126.

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2. To switch to the onroad driving modes, press the

Infotainment system.

button on the dial ﬁg. 126

or tap Onroad driving mode in the

Displaying information about the driving mode

1. To display additional information about the selected driving mode, tap in the Infotainment system.

Selecting the Custom driving mode

1. Press the

on the dial or turn the dial until the LED next to the Onroad driving mode comes on.

2. To open the Custom menu, tap Adjust in the Infotainment system.

Selecting the Offroad Custom driving mode

1. Turn the dial until the LED next to the Offroad Individual driving mode lights up.

Or: if the Offroad Custom driving mode is already selected, press

on the dial ﬁg. 126

2. To open the Custom menu, tap Adjust in the Infotainment system.

Driving mode properties

Onroad: You can select the Eco, Comfort, Normal, Sport and Custom driving modes under the Onroad category.

The Comfort driving mode is only available in vehicles with DCC.

Eco: the vehicle switches to a fuel-efficient vehicle setup and supports the driver with fuel economy messages. The

transmission automatically shifts to E in the Eco driving mode.

the vehicle system and offers a balanced calibration, for example for everyday use.

feel. If the Sport driving mode is selected, vehicles with an automatic transmission switch to S.

adapt individual vehicle systems according to your preferences. Offroad: with the Offroad driving mode, acceleration

Normal: this driving mode shows the basic settings of

Sport: this gives the driver a sporty

Individual: you can

can be better controlled with the accelerator pedal when driving off-road. The engine's braking efficiency is always

available and shifting can be blocked in critical situations. The hill start assist and hill descent control are active in the

Offroad driving mode. The dynamic cornering light is adjusted to better assist the driver when visibility is poor.

Offroad

Custom: an Offroad driving mode that you can expand and adjust according to your preferences. The instrument cluster

display tells you if an Offroad driving mode has been selected.

Snow: using the Snow driving mode can improve the

traction on slippery or snowy ground by having a more precise transmission of power.

NOTICE

Using 4MOTION Active Control driving modes while driving normally may lead to increased fuel consumption and tire

wear and an increased noise level.

Avoid using Offroad driving modes in normal road conditions.

Standard behavior of the driving mode and the vehicle systems

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

If you switch the ignition off and then on again, the previously selected driving mode remains selected.

If you have previously selected the Snow, Offroad or Offroad Individual driving mode and then switch the ignition off and on

again, the previously selected onroad driving mode will be 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.

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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

gear cannot be engaged

In the driving modes Offroad and Snow, it is not possible to switch to the

gear. Information is shown in the instrument cluste

display if an Offroad driving mode has been selected.

1. A different driving mode must be selected in order to switch to the

gear.

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.

Offroad display

Fig. 127 In the Infotainment system: Offroad display.

The Offroad display provides digital instruments that display additional information about the vehicle and its environment. This

enables you to make a more precise assessment of the current driving situation.

Open the Offroad display

1. Press the MENU button in the Infotainment system.

2. Tap the Vehicle function key.

3. Tap the Selection function key.

4. Tap the Offroad function key.

Selecting instruments and adjusting units

The infotainment system displays various instruments ﬁg. 127.

1. To switch between instruments, swipe up over the display.

The units on some instruments can be adjusted in the Infotainment system ⇒ Vehicle settings menu.

Instruments in the Offroad display

The selection of instruments depends on the vehicle equipment.

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Compass: The compass shows your current direction of travel.

Steering angle display: Shows the steering angle of the vehicle. For a left lock, the value is positive. For a right lock, it i

negative.

Altimeter: The altimeter shows your current height above sea level.

Coolant temperature display: The display corresponds to the temperature display in the instrument cluster.

Oil temperature display: The display corresponds to the oil temperature display in the instrument cluster.

Adjusting the display areas to the driving situation

The instruments displayed can be selected according to the driving situation and the environmental and terrain conditions:

Sandy terrain: Oil and coolant temperature display, steering angle display.

Inclines: Steering angle display, coolant temperature display, altimeter (depending on country).

Alpine terrain: Steering angle display, altimeter (depending on country), Compass.

Off-road driving situations

Introduction

The examples described in this chapter are to be understood as general guidelines aimed to help the driver in driving safely

on off-road terrain. These tips will not necessarily apply to every possible situation that may occur. Before driving on unknown

terrain, it is crucial to ﬁnd out information about the condition of the terrain ahead. You can assess potential dangers in

advance. The driver is responsible for deciding whether their vehicle is suitable for the terrain ahead and if the terrain can be

driven on.

Driving off-road requires different skills and handling practices compared to driving on developed roads.

This vehicle is not designed for traveling with an “expedition driving style”.

With 4MOTION Active Control in a four-wheel drive vehicle, various vehicle tuning adjustment can be selected to the driver's

preference ⇒ Selecting the driving mode.

Switch off the driver assistance systems and parking systems when off-roading.

Checklist

The following steps should be taken before the ﬁrst trip to operate and drive the vehicle safely off-road.

Observe the general safety precautions when driving off-road ⇒ Safety precautions for driving off-road.

Fold up or remove the ball mount.

Adjust the seating position so there is clear visibility in front of the vehicle and fasten safety belts ⇒ Seating position.

Always wear suitable and well-ﬁtted footwear that gives the feet good traction on the pedals.

A responsible driver also treats nature with care when driving off-road. Driving over shrubs and meadows can destroy the

habitats of animals and plants.

Leaking operating ﬂuids resulting from vehicle damage can contaminate the environment. Catch any leaking operating

ﬂuids and dispose of them correctly according to environmental regulations.

Take any suitable equipment with you for driving off-road.

Safety precautions for driving off-road

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