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dual DSG® clutch
Automatic transmission: select
selector lever positions
Description
The vehicle is equipped with a DSG® dual clutch
transmission .
The DSG® dual-clutch gearbox is a gearbox with
dual-clutch technology that changes gears
automatically. A double clutch and two mutually
independent partial transmissions allow very fast
gear changes without loss of tractive power. The
DSG® dual-clutch gearbox thus combines the power
and economy of a manual gearbox with the comfort
and convenience of a conventional automatic gearbox.
Functioning
While driving, the power from the engine is transmitted
to the drive axle via the gearbox. To change gear, the
power transmission between the engine and the
transmission must be interrupted. This is the function
of the clutch.
Fig. 131 Automatic transmission selector lever with
lock button (arrow).
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In the case of the DSG® dual clutch transmission
While driving, the power of the engine is always
With the ignition on, the selected selector lever
position is shown on the instrument cluster display.
transmitted without interruption via one of the two
partial transmissions. Before making a gear change,
the next higher or lower gear in the transmission that
is not active is preselected.
– Parking lock
The drive wheels are locked. Select this position
only when the vehicle is stopped.
Then the clutch of the preselected gear closes and
at the same time the one of the gear that was
selected opens. This allows very fast gear changes.
To move the selector lever out of this position,
depress the brake pedal with the ignition on and
press the lever lock button.
Thanks to its design, the DSG® dual-clutch
gearbox is more efficient than an automatic gearbox.
While the torque converter of an automatic
- Reverse
transmission is always running, the DSG® dual-clutch
transmission can open the clutch at idle speed and
thus save fuel. Due to its efficiency, low weight and
intelligent management, the DSG® dual-clutch
gearbox generally achieves the same or lower fuel
consumption than a manual gearbox.
Reverse is engaged. Select this position only when
the vehicle is stopped.
- Neutral
The change is in the neutral position. No movement
is transmitted to the wheels and the engine braking
effect is not available.
As in the case of the manual transmission, the clutch
of the DSG® dual-clutch transmission also suffers
from wear. Depending on the type of DSG® dual
clutch transmission in question, periodic maintenance
will be required. For more information on this ÿ p.
380. If one of the partial transmissions fails, the
DSG® dual-clutch transmission also offers the
possibility of disengaging one of them and continuing
with the other ÿ p. 164. In this case, order in
– Permanent position for forward movement
Gear ratio: normal program
All changes up or down are done automatically.
The moment of the change occurs according to the
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· As a driver, never leave your seat with the engine
running and a gear engaged. If you have to get
out of the vehicle with the engine running, always
engage the electronic parking brake and always
move the selector lever to position P.
your personal driving style and the speed at which
you travel.
Gear ratio : sports program
To make full use of the engine's power reserves, it
automatically shifts up later and downshifts earlier
than when the selector lever is in position D. The
timing of the shift occurs as a function of engine
demand , your personal driving style and the speed
· With the engine running and gear ratio D/S or
R position selected, apply the brake pedal to
hold the vehicle. Even when idling, the
transmission of power is completely interrupted
and the vehicle continues to move slowly.
at which you are traveling.
To change between gear ratios D and S, slightly
push the selector lever backwards ÿ fig. 131.
· Never engage reverse gear R or blo
parking lock P when the vehicle is moving.
The selector lever always returns to the D/S
position. This also works on the Tiptronic track
selection ÿ p. 162.
· Never get out of the vehicle with the jog lever
in the N position. The vehicle will roll downhill
regardless of whether the engine is running
or not.
Selector lever lock
In positions P and N, the reader lever lock prevents
the position of the reader lever from being
inadvertently changed and, as a consequence, the
vehicle moving inadvertently.
WARNING
If, with the vehicle stopped, the electronic parking
brake is not engaged and the brake pedal is released
with the parking lock P engaged, the vehicle may
move a few centimeters forwards or backwards.
To release the selector lever lock, switch the
ignition on and depress the brake pedal. Then press
the lock button on the selector lever knob in the
direction of the arrow ÿ fig. 131.
If you inadvertently shift to N while driving,
stop accelerating. Wait in the neutral position
for the engine to idle before re-engaging a gear ratio.
If position N is skipped , e.g. For example, going
from reverse to D/S, the lever does not lock. This
allows
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The 12 volt battery is discharged if the
parking lock P is not engaged for a long time
with the engine off.
by "swinging" it. If the selector lever remains for
more than approx. 1 second in position N without
depressing the brake pedal or driving less than
approx. 5 km/h (3 mph), the lever locks.
Changing gear with the Tiptronic
WARNING
If the wrong gear position is selected, vehicle
control could be lost and an accident and serious
injury could result.
With the Tiptronic you can change gear
manually in automatic transmissions.
· Never accelerate when selecting a position of the
change.
· If you release the brake pedal with the engine
running and a gear ratio engaged, the vehicle
will move.
· Never engage reverse gear R or parking lock
P while driving.
WARNING
Any accidental movement of the vehicle can
cause serious injury.
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1. Slow down.
2. Starting from the D/S position, move the selector
lever to the right to the Tiptronic selection track
ÿ p. 162.
3. Push the lever back slightly to downshift.
stop and start walking uphill
The steeper the climb, the lower the selected gear
should be.
When stopping the vehicle or starting uphill with the
engine running, Hill Start Assist should be used ÿ p.
166. The assistant is switched off by pressing the
electronic parking brake button.
Fig. 132 Selector lever in Tiptronic position.
When stopped uphill in a selected gear, always
prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards by
depressing the brake pedal or engaging the electronic
parking brake. Do not release the brake pedal or
When switching to the Tiptronic program, the
gear that is engaged is maintained. This is the case
until the system automatically changes gear due to
the current gear situation.
disengage the electronic parking brake until you
move off.
Using the Tiptronic with the selector lever
1. Starting from the D/S position, move the selector
kick down
lever to the right to the Tiptronic selection track.
The kick-down function allows maximum acceleration
with the selector lever in position D, S or Tip tronic.
2. To shift up or down a gear, slightly push the
selector lever forwards + or backwards – ÿ fig.
132.
At full throttle, the automatic gearbox downshifts
depending on speed and engine speed. In this way
When slightly pushing the selector lever into the
Tiptronic selection track, the selector lever lock
button does not have to be pressed.
the maximum acceleration of the vehicle is utilized ÿ .
When the accelerator is fully depressed (kick-down),
the automatic change to the next higher gear only
WARNING
takes place once the maximum preset engine speed
has been reached.
When accelerating, the gearbox automatically
upshifts shortly before the maximum permissible
engine speed is reached.
WARNING
Rapid acceleration can cause you to lose traction
and cause the vehicle to skid, especially on slippery
roads. This could cause loss of vehicle control,
accidents and serious injury.
WARNING
If you downshift manually, the gear will be
downshifted when it is no longer possible to exceed
the maximum engine speed.
· Always adapt your driving style to the traffic.
· Never accelerate fully (kick-down) or abruptly if
the visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions
do not allow it, or if you endanger other road
users by accelerating the vehicle. vehicle and
this style of driving.
Driving with automatic transmission
Upshifting or downshifting is done automatically.
Going downhill
· Be aware that the drive wheels and consequently
the vehicle may skid when the ASR is switched
off, especially when the road is slippery.
The steeper the downgrade, the lower the selected
gear will need to be. Lower gears increase the
braking effect of the engine. Never let the vehicle roll
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down a hill with the neutral position N selected.
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· Reconnect the ASR after accelerating
tion.
WARNING
Never "file" the brakes too often
not too long and never press the brake pedal not too often and
not too long.
Constant braking causes overheating of the brakes. This
can significantly reduce braking power, considerably increase
stopping distance and, under certain circumstances, lead to
the failure of the entire braking system.
WARNING
Fig. 134 Carry out an emergency release of the
selector lever (variant 2).
· Going uphill with a grenade gear ratio, stay off the
accelerator to hold the vehicle and prevent it
from rolling backwards. Otherwise, the automatic
transmission could overheat and be damaged.
The engine does not start
The control indicator lights up green.
You have not pressed the brake pedal, e.g. eg when
trying to change the selector lever position.
· Never let the vehicle roll with the reading lever in position N,
especially when the engine is off. The automatic transmission
is not lubricated and can be damaged.
1. To change the selector lever position, depress the brake
pedal.
See also Electronic parking brake ÿ p. 206.
WARNING
Never "file" the brakes by pressing the pedal lightly if braking
is not really necessary. This increases your wear.
Selector lever lock prevents starting off
The control lamp flashes green.
The selector lever lock button is not engaged.
Problems and solutions
1. Check if the key is engaged.
2. If necessary, click the button.
Selector lever lock prevents starting off
The control lamp flashes green. Additionally, an informative
message is displayed.
On rare occasions, the selector lever lock may not engage on
vehicles with a DSG® dual-clutch transmission .
In this case, traction is canceled to prevent the vehicle from
moving accidentally.
1. Step on the brake pedal and release it again.
Fig. 133 Carry out an emergency release of the
The change has overheated
selector lever (variant 1).
The control indicator lights up yellow.
In addition, an acoustic warning signal may sound. If
necessary, a message to this effect is shown in the instrument
cluster display.
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selector lever, it means that there is something
abnormal in the system. The double embra change
The DSG® dual-clutch transmission can become
excessively hot if, for example, you start off repeatedly,
let the vehicle creep for a long time without accelerating,
or start off and brake continuously in heavy traffic.
gue DSG® then works in an emergency program.
In this program the vehicle can still be driven, but at a
low speed and not in all gears.
Do not continue the march!
If the vehicle is equipped with a DSG® dual-clutch
gearbox , revers,eingseoamr ceacnasbeesuitsmeda.y not
1. Let the gearbox cool down with the park lock
engaged P ÿ .
In any case, go to a suitably qualified specialized
workshop as soon as possible and have the DSG®
dual clutch transmission checked . Volks wagen
recommends a Volkswagen dealer.
2. If the control indicator does not go out, do not
continue driving. Request the help of suitably
qualified specialized personnel. Failure to do so
can cause considerable damage to the gearbox.
The vehicle does not move despite being selected
in a gear ratio
Selector lever emergency release If in the event of
a power failure, e.g. For example, because the 12-
volt battery is flat, it is necessary to tow the vehicle,
an emergency release of the selector lever will be
necessary. Request the help of suitably qualified
specialized personnel.
If the vehicle does not move in the desired direction,
the system may not have engaged the gear ratio
correctly.
1. Depress the brake pedal and re-select the gear
ratio.
The emergency release is located under the cover
of the select lever slider
ra.
2. If the vehicle still does not move in the desired
direction, there is a fault in the system. Request
the help of suitably qualified specialized personnel
and have the system checked.
Remove selector lever slider cover:
WARNING
1. Engage the electronic parking brake. If the
electronic parking brake does not engage,
Never release the parking lock P while the
immobilize the vehicle in another way to prevent
it from rolling.
electronic parking brake is released. Otherwise, if
the vehicle were on a slope, it could start moving
unexpectedly and cause an accident and serious
2. Switch off the ignition.
injury.
3. Carefully pull the cover upwards in the area of the
selector lever dust cover together with the
connected electric cables ÿ fig. 133 or ÿ fig. 134.
WARNING
If you let the vehicle drive with the engine off and the
4. Flip the cover up over the selector lever.
selector lever in position N for a long time or at a high
speed, e.g. The DSG® dual-clutch transmission will,
Carry out an emergency release of the selector lever
ÿ :
for example, be damaged when being towed.
1. Press the release lever in the direction of the arrow
ÿ fig. 133 or ÿ fig. 134 and keep it in that position.
WARNING
· The first time transmission overheat is indicated,
2. Press the lock button located at the front of the
immediately bring the vehicle to a safe stop or go
selector lever knob and move the selector lever
faster than 20 km/h (12 mph).
to position N.
3. After emergency unlocking, carefully fit the cover
· If the message and the acoustic warning repeat
approx. every 10 seconds, immediately bring the
vehicle to a safe stop and turn off the engine. Wait
for the change to cool down.
onto the center console making sure that the
cables are in the correct position.
emergency program
· To avoid damage to the derailleur, do not continue the
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drive until the acoustic warning has not stopped.
As long as the change is over
If all the positions on the instrument panel display
stand out against a light background,
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warmed up, avoid continually starting the march and
moving forward at pedestrian speed.
If the engine stalls, immediately step on the
brake pedal or engage the electronic parking
brake.
· If, driving uphill with heavy traffic,
If you want to prevent the vehicle from rolling
backwards when starting to move, before starting to
move, press the brake pedal for a few seconds.
driving on slopes
hill start assist
Hill Start Assist assists in starting uphill by keeping the
vehicle actively parked.
Hill assist function
On vehicles with dual clutch transmission
DSG®
Hill Start Assist is automatically engaged if the
following conditions are met
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the downhill assist function helps to brake
when going downhill ÿ . To do this, this function takes
advantage of the engine brake.
The following conditions must be met at the same
time: — The vehicle is held at a standstill with the
The DSG® dual-clutch transmission selects the
optimal gear based on the existing gradient and the
speed at which it is driving. For this, the selector lever
must be in the D/S position. In Tiptronic mode the
downhill assist function is not active.
brake pedal or the electronic parking brake on a slope
until driving is started.
— The engine turns correctly.
As the downhill assist function can only downshift to a
maximum of 3rd gear, it may be necessary to switch to
Tiptronic mode when descending very steep sections.
Once in Tiptronic mode, manually shift into 1st or 2nd
gear to take advantage of engine braking and brake
relief.
— All four wheels must have good contact with the
surface and the vehicle must not be with crossed
axles.
— Is forward gear or forward gear engaged?
back.
To drive away, remove your foot from the brake
pedal or release the electronic parking brake and
When the downhill assist function is on
tive, the Start-Stop system is automatically deactivated.
accelerate immediately. When starting the march,
the brake is released progressively.
The downhill assist function is activated automatically:
Hill Start Assist Disabled
Hill Start Assist is deactivated immediately if any of
— If the slope is greater than 6% approx.
the following conditions are no longer true: — The
driver's door is opened.
— Y: if the selector lever is in the position
tion D/S.
— Additionally, if cruise control (GRA) or adaptive
— If the engine runs irregularly or abnormally.
cruise control (ACC) is deactivated: if the speed
— If the engine shuts down or stalls.
is less than approx. 80 km/h (50 mph) or if the brake
is applied.
— If the selector lever is in the position
no.
— Additionally, if cruise control (GRA) or adaptive
cruise control (ACC) is active: if the stored speed
is exceeded.
— If either wheel has only minimal contact with the
ground, e.g. For example, in the event of a
crossroads.
Hill assist function is deactivated
automatically:
ATTENTION
— If the slope decreases.
· If you do not start driving immediately after
— Either: if the transmission is upshifted
because the engine speed is higher than approx.
4500 rpm.
releasing the brake pedal, the vehicle may roll
backwards under certain circumstances. In this
case, immediately depress the brake pedal or
engage the electronic parking brake.
— Or additionally with cruise control (GRA) or
adaptive cruise control
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