Fast acceleration or switching off theASR
can cause traction loss and sliding on slippery roads, such as on wet, icy or dirty roads. This could cause loss of
vehicle control, accidents and serious or fatal injuries.
● Only accelerate quickly when the visibility, weather, road, and traffic conditions allow it, and when other road
users will not be endangered by the vehicle's acceleration and driving style.
● Always adapt your driving style to the flow of traffic.
WARNING
As soon as a gear is engaged and the clutch pedal has been released, the vehicle immediately begins to move when
the engine is running. This applies even if the electronic parking brake is switched on. Unintentional vehicle
movement may cause accidents and serious injuries.
● Never engage reverse gear when the vehicle is in motion.
NOTICE
If the gearshift lever is shifted to a gear that is too low at high speeds or high engine speeds or if the clutch pedal
remains pressed and is not engaged, significant damage to the clutch and transmission can result.
● Always select an appropriate gear for the relevant driving situation.
● Avoid pressing the clutch unnecessarily and for too long.
NOTICE
If the manual transmission is not used properly, this may cause damage or premature wear.
● Do not rest your hand on the gearshift lever while driving. The pressure from your hand is transmitted to the
selector forks in the transmission.
● Ensure that the vehicle is completely stationary before engaging reverse gear.
● Always fully depress the clutch pedal when shifting gears.
● Do not hold your vehicle stationary on inclines by “slipping” the clutch while the engine is running.
Early upshifting helps to save fuel and reduces operating
noise.
Troubleshooting
Clutch “slips”
The yellow indicator light turns on.
The clutch does not transmit the full engine torque.
1. Take foot from clutch pedal if required.
Clutch overheats
The yellow indicator light comes on, an audible warning may sound, and additional warning lights and a message may
be shown on the instrument cluster display.
The clutch may, for example, overheat upon frequent starting.
1. Stop at the next opportunity.
2. Disengage the transmission.
3. Set the electronic parking brake.
4. Allow the transmission to cool down with the engine running.
5. If the indicator light does not disappear, do not continue driving, and contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer
or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
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