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Hybrid system functions  
Driving  
Please note at the beginning of this  
on page 157.  
chapter  
Driving directions  
Introduction to the topic  
Depending on where the vehicle is used, it may  
be advisable to fit an underbody guard. This  
protection reduces the risk of damage to the  
underbody and the engine oil sump, e.g. when  
climbing kerbs, at driveways or when driving on  
unpaved roads.  
Volkswagen recommends having the installation  
carried out by a Volkswagen dealer.  
Fig. 126 he lower part ocentre console:  
button for din extended eric mode.  
WARNING  
Driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs,  
medication or narcotics can cause serious  
accidents and fatal injuries.  
● Alcohol, drugs, medicines and narc
reduce perception, increase reac
and significantly impair driving saf
can lead to loss of control of the vehi
F27 On the instrument panel display:  
indicon of the current electrical power used for  
driving.  
Rapid accelerat
and skidding, is  
could result in
accident and s
This brief overview does not replace the detailed  
descriptions in the complete chapter, in particular  
the safety instructions and warnings.  
● Always adapt
traffic.  
→
p. 53.  
● Nevkick-down f  
visibility, weather, roaditions  
do not allow it.  
The functions and operating modes described  
below are set automatically by the vehicle  
management systemdepending on the  
operating status of the vehicle. This ensures  
that the vehicle is always in the optimum  
operating mode. The extended electric mode is  
an exception and must be activated by the  
driver.  
→
p. 159.  
When the vehicle is ready for driving, the green  
display appears in the instrument cluster display.  
Never leave the vehicle unattended when the  
drive system is switched on. Remove the key from  
the ignition lock or, for vehicles with the keyless  
locking/start system  
Keyel  
ss  
Driving  
157  
     
Access, press the ignition button → page 168.  
Never leave the vehicle key inside the vehicle  
when leaving it.  
and therefore the electric motor cannot  
decelerate the vehicle. The combustion  
engine starts and rotates with the fuel  
supply interrupted (engine braking).  
Warning when leaving the vehicle  
– The engine bonnet is open.  
If the vehicle is to be left unattended, switch off  
the ignition → p. 168. Under certain  
– The vehicle is ready to drive, but is not under  
supervision. When the combustion engine is  
switched off, it is not always immediately  
obvious that the vehicle is still ready for  
driving. Therefore, the cn engine  
starts automatically when
seatbelt lock is released or
is opened with the selector
N position.  
circumstances, a warning may be shown in the  
instrument cluster display when the vehicle is  
started. This warning indicates that the vehicle  
can still be driven with the electric engine and  
that the combustion engine may start  
automatically if necessary.  
The following circumstances cause the warning  
to occur when leaving the vehicle:  
→
p. 158.  
– For on-boaiagnostics, the bustion  
engine is spoally required operate  
briefly.  
– The ignition is switched on.  
– And: driving in electric mode is possible.  
– Y: the combustion engine is switched off.  
ctric mode  
– AND: the driver's seat belt is unfastened OR  
the driver's door is open.  
ts for the hsystem to  
, the vehicle widriven by  
or. The combustioengine shall  
itionally when the speed  
Automatic engagement of the electroni
parking brake when leaving the vehicle  
improperly  
If the driver's door is opened with the selector  
lever in the D, S or R position, the electronic  
parking brake is automaticalng  
as the vehicle's electrical
itself are working prope
for the electronic parki
231 lights up and the
indicator light comes o
display.  
ctor lever in position D.  
– Fbrake without stepping on.  
– Accetor only lightly depressed.  
Driving witthe combustion engine  
he vehicle is powered by the com- bustion  
otor. The electric motor acts as an alternator  
d supplies power to the 12-volt on-board  
ower supply. At the same time, the high-  
voltage battery is charged when its state of  
charge so requires.  
Automatirt-up of
engi
Te are various circumstances he  
mbustion engine to start automatically:  
Driving in electric mode  
Depending on the state of charge of the high-  
voltage battery and the driving resistors, it is  
possible to drive in electric mode at low and  
medium speeds. The combustion engine remains  
switched off. Often, it is also possible to start or  
manoeuvre with caution using only the electric  
motor.  
The combustion engine perature is too  
low.  
atalyst temperature is toow.  
– vehicle's air conditiog system has a  
hieat demand.  
– The che high-voltage battery in  
the deceleration phase is high. In this case,  
the battery cannot store any more energy.  
In the event of heavy acceleration or if the  
charge of the high-voltage battery drops below  
the lower threshold, the combustion engine  
starts. When the driver stops accelerating and  
the state of charge of the high-voltage battery  
allows it, the vehicle returns to driving mode.  
electric.  
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Driving in electric mode can be recognised by  
the following indications:  
Activation of the extended electric mode is  
indicated by the symbol which lights up green in the  
instrument cluster display.  
– The fuel engine speed indicator is set to zero.  
The extended electric mode is interrupted and  
the combustion engine is started if either of the  
first two conditions mentioned above changes.  
The colour of the symbol also changes from green  
– Indication on the display of the instrument  
panel  
– Indication on the display of the info-  
tainment system  
to grey  
.
When all of the above onditions are met again,  
the vehicle automatis to driving in the  
enhanced electric mochanges to  
green.  
Indication of the electrical power used for  
circulation (E-Powermeter)  
The display in the instrument cluster shows the  
electrical energy used for driving.  
→ fig. 127 (arrow) only when the vehicle is  
running in all-electric mode. When the display  
reaches the maximum value, it automatically  
switches over to driving with the electric motor.  
The extended electric ivat
when aleast one of the nditions is  
met:  
– The ignis switched of
– The key is  
ressed  
for thecond time  
bustión. With moderate acceleration, driving in  
all-electric mode is possible.  
. 126.  
lector lever ito S.  
The display is also active during maximu
acceleration (boost). When the vehicle
accelerated to full throttle, the displa
constantly in the maximum zone.  
lector lever is lod on the  
onic selector track.  
eed exceeds approx. 70 km/h (44 mph).  
In all other driving modes, the indicati
deactivated and the bar is not displayed.  
o reactivate the mode, press again.  
Driving in urban traffic  
Extended electric m
ve at a moderate speed. Driving in all-electric  
mon the flat is only possible up to a speed of  
50 k/h (31 mph).  
The driver can exing  
in electric mode
-
the  
→ fig.
The vehicle is t
mode. It then s
approx.  
→ p. 159.  
Avoid full throttle. Fuel consumption is reduced  
with moderate acceleration due to improved  
combustion engine efficiency and the possibility  
of full electric drive increases.  
To activate the e
fcondition
– The state of charge o
battery must be sufficient.  
Use the - button  
→ fig. 126 sparingly. Rapid  
discharge of the high-voltage battery with the -  
button switched on can increase fuel consumption,  
as in this case priority is given to driving in  
electric mode, even if propulsion with the  
combustion engine running would be more  
efficient.  
– The driver does nowant to accelerate too  
much.  
– The selector lever ot located in the S  
position or on the ptronic selector track.  
– Speed is less thapprox. 70 km/h (44  
mph).  
Traffic on national roads and motorways  
If thd electric mode is automatically  
deactivated or cannot be used, a message to  
this effect is shown in the instrument cluster  
display.  
Deliberately stop accelerating in order to make it  
possible for the coasting to last as long as possible.  
As soon asis stopped.  
Driving  
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The combustion engine automatically  
disengages and disengages. The vehicle glides  
without propulsive power.  
Energy recovery is indicated in the instrument  
cluster display or in the infotainment system. In  
this case, the combustion engine can be switched  
off automatically. The rev counter in the  
instrument cluster does not indicate the engine  
speed and remains on low.  
Reduce speed by stopping acceleration in  
advance and not by braking. Inertia travel is  
possible. Overspeeding is reduced without  
consuming as much fuel as when braking → p.  
160.  
Behaviour when moving or stopping  
The combustion engine only operates when  
necessary. Normally, when tehicle is  
stationary, the combustion itched  
off and the vehicle's electric
powered by the high-voltage
counter in the instrument clust
display the engine speed and rem
Use the S gear ratio moderately. The sporty  
driving style with the sport programme  
activated increases fuel consumption. In the  
sport programme, coasting with the engine  
automatically switched off is only possible up to  
a speed of approx. 70 km/h (44 mph).  
The fact that ombustion engwitched  
off depending on driving conditis  
normal and intention the case obrid  
systorder to sael. In genethe  
and brake ist systemmain  
lated cases system ay  
bustion engine emain  
hen the vehicle is ationary. In  
avy traffic jams, the combustion  
itched off cyclically during vehicle  
order to recharge the high-voltage  
y for the subsequent start and stop  
ph.  
Maximum acceleration (boost)  
To achieve maximum acceleration, the vehicle is  
driven jointly by the combustion engine and the  
electric motor. This mode of operation is called  
boost and is only available for a short time  
because the energy consumption is very high.  
Boost mode is activated:  
– If full throttle is applied (kick-down) in gear  
ratio D.  
– OR: by fully depressing the accelerator pedal  
while driving with the selector the  
S position.  
Constaniving and travel without  
propulsioy inertia)  
– OR: by fully depressing
when driving with Ti
the accelerator is not depressed and the  
lector lever is in position D, the combustion  
gine is also switched off when driving at high  
peeds. As a result, the vehicle slows down  
ess during deceleration than conventional  
vehicles, which can be used in anticipatory  
driving to reduce fuel consumption. In this  
vehicle state, the rev counter in the instrument  
cluster also does not indicate the engine speed  
and remains at zero.  
Braking energy recov
When the vehicle brak
generated bythe electri
the high-voltage battery.
lesser n the vehic
dridownhill during decelera
en the high-voltage battery is fully charged,  
ere is no recovery of brakg energy and thus  
engine braking effect. Ie vehicle detects  
t the road conditions do permit safe  
act between the wheelnd the road  
sue, energy recovery athus the effect of  
the e brake is autoically reduced.  
Noise in hybrid vehicles  
There are certain noises, e.g. produced by the  
power steering, which are not perceptible when  
the combustion engine is running, but which may  
be perceptible in electric mode. These noises are  
not important  
.
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Winter driving  
Pedals  
Do not wait for the combustion engine to warm  
up when the vehicle is at a standstill. The  
temperature of the combustion engine rises  
very slowly while the fuel consumption increases  
considerably.  
Please note at the beginning of this  
on page 157.  
chapter  
Use the heating of the windscreen, rear window,  
exterior rearview mirrors, seats and steering  
wheel sparingly. The energy from the high-  
voltage battery is conserved and is available for  
the vehicle's electric drive.  
Leave the vehicle overnight in a garage. This  
prevents the high-voltage battery and the  
passenger compartment from cooling down  
excessively. Once the vehicle has started to  
run, the optimum temperature range of the  
high voltage battery is reached earlier and the motor  
The combustion system can be switched off  
earlier after the passenger compartment has  
warmed up.  
Fig. 128 e footrest area: s.  
end to fig.
elerator pe
e pedal  
Problems and solutions  
low any object ocarpet to interfere  
he operation and movement of the  
als.  
Hybrid system failure. Do not c
driving! Stop the vehicle in a sa
as soon as possible. Seek the assist
of qualified personnel.  
There is a fault in ystem.  
There is a faulm.  
Only use floor mats that leave the pedal area  
free and are fixed in the footrest area in such a  
ay that they do not slip out of place.  
The high voged.  
Do not tu
warning
WARNING  
Objects in the driver's footwell can make it  
difficult to operate the pedals. This can lead to  
loss of control of the vehicle and increases the  
risk of serious injury.  
WARNI
As the state of c
increases,
brake cused by the ng  
energy is reduced and mmpletely  
eliminated.  
● Make sure that nothing can prevent you  
from operating the pedals at all times.  
● Always secure the mats securely in the  
footrest area.  
● Before setting on a long journey with a  
steep descent, rce speed.  
● Never place other mats or other coverings  
on top of the fitted mat.  
● During a long joey with a pronounced  
downhill gradieneduce speed with the  
vehicle brake.  
● Prevent objects from falling into the driver's  
footrest area while driving.  
● With the vehicle parked, remove any  
objects in the footwell.  
If the vehicle is not parked correctly, it could  
start moving and cause an accident and  
serious injury.  
● When leaving the vehicle, always move  
the selector lever to position P and engage  
the electronic parking brake.  
Driving  
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Fuel savings can be achieved by selecting  
the optimum gear.  
NOTICE  
It must always be possible to operate the  
pedals without difficulty. For example, if one of  
the brake system circuits fails, the brake pedal  
travel required to stop the vehicle increases. In  
this case, the brake pedal must be depressed  
more fully and with more force than is  
necessary to stop the vehicle.  
The recommended gear indication is  
switched off when the lever is pulled out of  
the position.  
Tiptronic.  
regular.  
Economical driving st
Please note at the beginni
on page 157.  
Walking recommendation  
Please note at the beginning of this  
on page 157.  
chapter  
Fig. 129 On the instrument panel display: gear  
recommendation.  
Fig. Fuel consumption in l/100 km at two  
differebient temperatures.  
Legend to fig. 129:  
A
B
Gear currently engag
Recommended gea
engaged  
The right driving style reduces fuel  
consumption, environmental pollution  
and wear and tear on the engine, brakes  
and tyres. Here are some tips that are  
good for the environment and your  
wallet.  
Depending on the vehi
instrument cluster displa
recommenn with the
shoue seled in order t
Tselector lever must be in the T
sition → page 178.  
the optimum gear is engd, no  
ommendation will appeahe currently  
aged gear will be displa.  
Driving with foresight  
An erratic driving style increases fuel  
consumption. By keeping an eye on traffic,  
frequent acceleration and braking can be  
avoided. Keeping a sufficient distance from the  
vehicle in front helps to drive with foresight.  
The drecommation is only an  
auxiliary funcnd cannot replace the driver's  
attention.  
Use the cruise control whenever possible → page  
204.  
● The driver is responsible for selecting the  
correct gear for the situation in question,  
e.g. when overtaking, when driving with a  
trailer → p. 278 or on hilly roads.  
Allow the vehicle to coast with one gear engaged  
to take advantage of the engine brake, e.g. when  
approaching a traffic light  
.
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Energy-saving gear shifting  
Take tyre pressure into account  
Shifting up early when the engine speed has  
reached 2000 rpm saves energy. Do not rush  
through the gears and avoid high engine  
speeds.  
Tyre pressure that is too low not only leads to  
tyre wear, but also increases tyre rolling  
resistance and thus fuel consumption. Use tyres  
with optimised rolling resistance.  
Accelerate slowly and avoid full throttle (kick-  
down).  
Adapt the tyre pressure to the load. Observe the  
information on the tyre pressure label.  
→
p. 339.  
Recommendation → p. 162  
Tyre monitoring syster Tyre pressure  
monitoring system  
Avoid full throttle  
→
p. 336  
Never drive at the vehicle's maximum speed.  
Excessively high speeds increase the  
aerodynamic drag and thus the force required  
to move the vehicle, e.g. at speeds over 130  
km/h on the motorway.  
Use anti-friction synthe
Fully synthetic, low-viscoils reduce  
frictioesistance in the nd distribute  
better aster, especially old engine start-  
up.  
Reduce idling  
Start immediately and at a low engine speed.  
In situations where long periods of standstill ar
foreseen, do not leave the engine idling, bu
switch it off (e.g. in a traffic jam or at a
crossing).  
ve unnecey weight  
g the luggampartmof e.g.  
ttle crates or sed child seats  
aving the vehicle reduce fuel  
ption.  
In vehicles with the Start-Stop system
engine is automatically switched off dur
stopping process and during vehicle stand
phases → page 174.  
eep the aerodynamic drag of the vehicle as  
w as possible, remove exterior accessories,  
such as a ski rack, bicycle rack or roof rack,  
when they are no longer required.  
Refuelling in mode
Sg energy  
A fuel tank filled
weight of the vea  
tank is sufficien
The ternator, which is driven by the engine,  
generates energy for comfort consumers such  
as the air conditioning, ventilation or heated  
windscreen and window. Saving energy is simple,  
for example:  
Avoid short jou
When the enginof  
fuee optimum nly  
ached fter a few kriven.  
At very low ambient tempn winter,  
consumption is higher than normal.  
– When outside temperatures are high,  
ventilate the passenger compartment before  
setting off and drive for a while with the  
windows open. Switch on the climate control  
then, but not before.  
→ Plan journeys in an economically efficient  
way and combine sjourneys.  
– Switch off the comfort consumers as soon as  
they have fulfilled their task.  
Carry out regular menance  
Regular maintenancindispensable for  
conomical drivinnd increases the service  
the veh
WARNING  
Always adapt your speed and safety distance  
to the vehicle in front according to visibility,  
weather, road and traffic conditions.  
Driving  
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Find out more about other ways to protect  
the environment. Think Blue. is the  
It must be ensured that vehicles behind and  
other road users are not endangered →  
.
Volkswagen brand worldwide to promote  
sustainability and environmental compatibility.  
If the brake discs and pads have a layer of salt  
on them, the braking power will be reduced and  
the braking distance will increase. When driving  
on salt-sprayed roads without braking for some  
time, the salt layer should be removed by  
Volkswagen dealers can provide you with  
further information about the  
correct vehicle maintenance and spare parts, e.g.  
braking carefully →  
.
energy-efficient  
new, particularly  
t
Corrosion on the brake discs d soiling of the  
brake pads are encouraged cle is not  
used for a long period of timfor  
many kilometres or is insuffic
If the brake pads are not used
sufficiently, or if there is corrosien  
recommends aning the brake brake  
pads by repeatapplying the brharply  
at high speeds. In ng so, make sthat you  
yres.  
Information about brakes  
Please note at the beginning of this  
on page 157.  
chapter  
behind you other  
do not endanger veh
During the first 200 to 300 km, the new brake  
r
.
braking  
pads do not provide their maximum  
power and still have to "settle" →  
.
This  
slight reduction in braking power can be  
er only works the engine  
is responsible for increasing the  
ure on the brake pedal.  
compensated for by applying the brakes har
During brake pad break-in, the braking distan
under heavy or emergency braking is longer  
than after break-in. During break-in, braking and  
situations in which the brakes are heavily  
loaded, e.g. when driving clos
vehicle for example, shoul
ke booster does not work or the vehicle  
g towed, the brake pedal must be pressed  
haas the braking distance increases due to  
brake  
→
the laf assistance from the  
.
booster  
The front brake p
Immediately hav
checked and, if
Have all brake p
WARNING  
riving with worn brake pads or a defective  
rake system canlead to accidents and serious  
njuries.  
, replac
necessary  
Brake padepends t
conds in wch the vehic
drg style. If the vehicle is fren  
traffic and for short journeys, or if it is  
ven for sporty driving, thbrake pads should  
● If the warning light comes on in the  
instrument cluster display, either alone or  
together with a message, take the vehicle  
to a specialist workshop immediately and  
have the brake pads checked and, if worn,  
replaced.  
cialist  
checked regularly by a  
workshop  
.
Wdriving with wet brake.g. after driving  
thrwater, in heavy ror after washing  
the v, the braking rformance may be  
impaired frozen brake discs in  
winter. Brake as quickly as possible with care  
and at a somewhat higher speed until the brakes  
are dry. When doing-  
WARNING  
New brake pads do not initially have optimum  
braking performance.  
● During the first 300 km, new brake pads do  
not provide their maximum braking power  
and still have to "settle". This can be  
counteracted by applying more pressure on  
the brake pedal.  
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● When brake pads are new, drive with  
extreme caution to reduce the risk of an  
accident, serious injury or loss of control of  
the vehicle.  
WARNING  
Never "file" the brakes too often or for too long,  
and never press the brake pedal too often or  
for too long. Constant braking causes the  
brakes to overheat. This can significantly reduce  
the braking power, considerably increase the  
braking distance and, under certain  
● During the break-in of new brake pads,  
never drive too close to other vehicles or  
cause situations where you have to apply  
the brakes heavily.  
circumstances, lead to the failure of the entire  
brake system.  
WARNING  
NOTICE  
When brakes are overheated, their braking  
capacity is reduced and the braking distance  
increases.  
● Never "file" the brakethe  
pedal lightly if it is not sary to  
braonstant pressurbrake pedal  
causebrakes to ovet. This can  
significaneduce brakinower, increase  
braking distand, under tain  
umstancesd to failurthe entire  
system.  
● When driving downhill, the brakes are  
particularly stressed and heat up very  
quickly.  
● When driving downhill for a long distance,  
downshift and, if you are using the  
Tiptronic mode of the automatic  
ong journey wsteep downhill  
nt, downshift to a wer gear or select  
wer gear ratio. This takes advantage of  
e engine braking effect and reduces the  
demand on the brakes. Otherwise, the  
brakes could overheat and probably fail. Use  
the brakes only when it is necessary to slow  
down or stop.  
transmission, downshift to a lower g
This takes advantage of the engi
effect and reduces the strain on t
● Non-sealed or damaged front spoiler
adversely affect brake ventilation and ca
the brakes to overheat.  
WARNING  
Wet, frozen or er  
and extend the
When checking the front brake pads, the rear  
brake pads should also be checked.  
brake pads. The thickness of all brake pads  
should be checked visually at regular intervals  
through the holes in the rims or from the  
underside of the vehicle. If necessary, the  
wheels should be removed for a more thorough  
check. Volks- wagen recommends that this be  
done by a dealer.  
● Test the bra
● Always dry a
and salt by re
iiility, weath
conons permit.  
WARNING  
Volkswagen dealership.  
If a vehicle is drivethout a brake booster,  
the braking distancay increase  
considerably, resulin serious accidents and  
injuries.  
Driving with a loaded vehicle  
Never switch the engine or switch off  
hen the vehicle is in motion.  
Please note, at the beginning of this chapter,  
on page 157.  
● If the brake booster does not work or the  
vehicle is being towed, the brake pedal  
must be pressed harder as the braking  
distance increases due to the lack of  
assistance from the brake booster.  
In order to achieve the correct driving characteristics  
when the vehicle is loaded, please note the following  
the following:  
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165  
– Arrange objects in a secure manner  
p. 266.  
● Avoid braking and sudden manoeuvres, as  
the open tailgate may move  
uncontrollably.  
→
– Accelerate with particular care and caution.  
– Avoid braking and sudden manoeuvres.  
– Brake earlier than usual.  
● When transporting objects protruding from  
the luggage compartment, mark them  
accordingly to warn other road users.  
Observe the relevant legal regulations.  
– If applicable, please note the information on  
the roof rack.  
● Never use the tailgate to hold or secure  
objects protruding from thluggage  
compartment.  
→
p. 276.  
– If necessary, please observe the information  
on driving with a trailer  
● If you have a luggage ca
the tailgate, remove it toge
whenever you have to drive
tailgate open.  
→
p. 278.  
A shifting load could seriously endanger the  
stability and safety of the vehicle and lead to  
accidents and serious injuries.  
● Secure the load correctly to prevent it  
from shifting.  
Whtailgate is , toxic exhfumes  
passengempartmenhis  
onsciousnesrbon moxide  
ccident and ss injury.  
● Secure heavy objects with suitable lashing  
straps or straps.  
● Securely engage the rear seat backrests.  
toxic exhaust umes from  
he vehicle, always drive with the  
closed.  
exceptional cases, you have to drive  
h the tailgate open, do the following to  
re the entry of toxic exhaust gases into  
the senger compartment:  
Driving with the boo
– Closwindows and the glass roof.  
– Disconnect the air recirculation from the  
air recirculation system.  
– Open all air vents on the instrument  
Please note at the b
on page 157.  
panel.  
Driving with the tailgate
dangerous. Secure all obj
tailgarreand take a
mures to reduce the entry o
es into the living area.  
– Select the highest level of the air  
conditioning fan.  
NOTICE  
WARNING  
ving with the tailgate unked or open can  
cserious injury.  
With the tailgate open, the height and, if  
necessary, the length of the vehicle vary  
.
● Adrive with the gate closed.  
● Place urely in the luggage  
compartment. Otherwise, loose objects  
could fall out of the luggage compartment  
and injure road users behind.  
Driving on flooded roads  
Please note, at the beginning of this chapter,  
on page 157.  
● Always drive carefully and with special  
care and foresight.  
To avoid damage to the vehicle, e.g. when driving  
on flooded roads, please note the following:  
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– Check the depth of the water before driving  
through it. Under no circumstances may the  
water exceed the lower edge of the body →  
.
Up to 1000 kilometres:  
– Do not accelerate hard.  
– Do not run the engine at more than 2/3 of  
maximum speed.  
– Advance at pedestrian speed.  
– Do not drive with a trailer → p. 278.  
– Never stop the vehicle in the water, reverse  
the vehicle or turn off the engine.  
From 1000 to 1500 kilometres:  
– Gradually increase the speed and engine  
speed.  
– Vehicles travelling in the opposite direction  
form waves that can raise the water level so  
high for the vehicle itself that it is not possible  
to cross the water safely.  
The driving style dut 1500  
kilometres also influeof the  
engine. After that, it is e  
at moderate engine spehe
engine is cold, to reduce and  
incremileage.  
– Always switch off the Start-Stop system →  
page 174 when driving through water.  
After driving through water, mud, slush, etc.,  
the braking performance may be reduced and  
the braking distance increased because the  
brake discs and pads are wet or even frozen  
in winter.  
Do not drt too low a spAlways downshift  
when the edoes not tuco rrectly".  
tyres → pand brakads → p. 157  
run in cary.  
e engine is ruproperly, its service life  
be extended andthe same time, it will be  
ossible to  
● Use caution when braking to "dry
the brakes from ice". In doing
endanger other road users and ob
legal regulations.  
educe engine oil consumption.  
● Avoid braking immediately after crossi
NOTICE  
Use of the vehicle in other  
untries and continents  
● Severe damage cathrough  
water  
vehicle compo
gearbox, run
Please note at the beginning of this  
on page 157.  
chapter  
● Never drive e  
corrosion. Imat  
have come int
The vehicle has been manufactured for a  
particular country and complies with the type-  
approval provisions in force in that country at  
the time of manufacture of the vehicle.  
fresh water  
.
If the vehicle is to be used temporarily or for a  
short period of time abroad, please observe the  
relevant instructions.  
Engine running-in  
Please note at thginning of this chapter  
on page 157.  
→
p. 51.  
If the vehicle is to be sold in another country or  
used in another country for a longer period of time,  
please take into account the legal provisions in force  
in the country in question.  
A new engine must run-in for the first 1,500  
ometres. It shbe possible to synchronise  
ang During the first few hours of  
operation, the internal friction of the engine is  
much higher than later on.  
In some cases, it may be necessary to install or  
remove certain equipment at a later date and to  
deactivate certain functions. Service types and  
service coverage may also be affected. E  
sto  
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may occur especially when the vehicle is to be  
used for a long period of time in a different  
climatic region.  
Start and stop the engine  
Introduction to the topic  
Due to the different frequency bands around the  
world, the factory-fitted infotainment system  
may not work in another country.  
Push start or tow start  
For technical reasons, the vehicle should not be  
started by pushing or towing. Instead, use the  
starting aid  
NOTICE  
● Volkswagen accepts no liability for damage to  
the vehicle caused by poor fuel quality,  
inappropriate work on the vehicle or a  
shortage of original spare parts .  
→
p. 305.  
WARNING  
● Volkswagen accepts no liability if the vehicle  
does not comply with the legal requirements  
applicable in other countries and continents  
or if it only complies with them.  
If the engine is switched off wht is  
more difficustop the vehiccould  
lead to loss ontrol of the icle, an  
accident and serinjury.  
ple in part.  
● king and stng assistan
irbag systeeatbelt  
s and other cle safet
e only active the engine  
Problems and solutions  
Please note at the beginning of this  
page 157.  
chap
ch off the engine or switch off  
ion when the vehicle is in motion.  
The front brake pads are worn out. Have  
all brake pads checked and, if necessary,  
replaced. Have all brak
and, if necessary, re
One of the brake
vehicle no longe
increase in brak
ARNING  
The risserious injury when the engine is  
running oen starting the engine can be  
reduced.  
Never run or leave the engine running in  
enclosed or unventilated areas. Engine  
exhaust gases contain, among other things,  
carbon monoxide, a toxic, colourless,  
odourless gas. Carbon monoxide can cause  
loss of consciousness and death.  
Immediately go
workshop and as
rectified. On your
sbear in m
istance will be much lo
will have to apply the brake
● Never run or leave the engine running if  
there is oil, fuel or other highly flammable  
substances under or near the vehicle or if  
any of these substances are leaking from  
the vehicle, e.g. as a result of damage.  
more strength.  
● Never leave the vehicle with the engine  
running unattended, especially if it has a  
gear or gear ratio engaged. The vehicle  
could suddenly start moving or something  
unusual could happen, resulting in  
damage, fire and serious injury.  
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