Volkswagen recommends a Volkswagen dealer.
Driving profiles or vehicle systems are not behaving as
expected
1. Observe the standard behavior of driving profiles and vehicle
systems ÿ p. 171.
Cannot select driving program
S
In the Offroad and Snow driving profiles, it is not possible to
select the S driving program.
When the Of froad driving profile is selected, the instrument
panel display indicates that an Offroad profile is selected.
1. To be able to switch to drive program S, select another drive
profile.
off road indicator
Fig. 137 In the infotainment system: Offroad indicator.
Offroad Gauge Instruments
Digital instruments are displayed on the Offroad indicator,
The availability of the instruments depends on the equipment.
providing additional information about the vehicle and the
environment. In this way, the current driving situation can
— Compass: The compass indicates the current direction of the
be assessed more accurately.
March.
— Steering wheel angle indicator: It is
shows the steering wheel angle of the vehicle. If the steering
wheel is turned to the left, the value is positive; if it is rotated
to the right, it is negative.
Open Offroad Indicator
1. Press the MENU key on the infotain system
I lied.
— Altimeter: The altimeter shows the current height above
2. Press the Vehicle function button
3. Press the Select function button
4. Press the Offroad function button
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sea level.
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— Engine coolant temperature gauge: This gauge is equivalent
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to the temperature gauge on the instrument panel.
Selecting the instruments and setting the units The
infotainment system displays various instruments ÿ fig. 137.
— Oil temperature gauge: This gauge is equivalent to the oil
temperature gauge on the instrument panel.
1. To switch between instruments, swipe up with one finger on
the screen.
The unit of some instruments can be set in the infotainment
system ÿ p. 41.
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Driving
Adjust the display areas according to the
— Slopes: steering wheel angle indicator, engine
coolant temperature indicator and altimeter
(country dependent)
driving situation
The displayed instruments can be selected
depending on the driving situation, as well as the
surrounding and ground conditions:
— Mountainous terrain: Steering wheel angle
indicator, altimeter (depending on country) and
compass
— Sandy terrain: Engine oil and coolant
temperature gauges and steering wheel angle
indicator
The habitat of the existing flora and fauna can be
destroyed.
offroad driving
Leaking operating fluids as a result of damage
to the vehicle can contaminate
Introduction to the topic
undermine the environment. If any operating fluid
leaks out, please collect it and dispose of it properly
and in an environmentally friendly manner.
The examples cited in this chapter should be
understood as general rules that are intended to
help the driver to drive safely off-road. However, it
cannot be assumed that they are applicable in all
situations that arise. Before making an incursion into
unknown terrain, it is crucial to find out about its
characteristics. In this way, potential hazards can be
assessed in advance. The driver is responsible for
deciding if the vehicle is suitable for the terrain and
if it is passable.
Keep useful accessories for offroad driving
in the vehicle.
Safety instructions for offroad
driving
Off-road driving requires different skills and
behaviors than driving on conventional roads.
Note and from page 173.
WARNING
This vehicle has not been designed for “expedition
character” travel.
Intelligent vehicle technology cannot overcome
the limits imposed by physical laws and only
works within the limits of the corresponding
systems. In unfavorable ground conditions,
instability situations may occur when the wheels
lock even with ABS (eg, in case of hard braking
on loose gravel). Under these conditions, the
connected ESC can only stabilize the vehicle to a
limited extent.
In an all-wheel drive vehicle, with 4MOTION
Active Control it is possible to select different
configurations depending on the driver's preferences
ÿ p. 170.
For offroad driving, switch off the assistance and
parking systems.
checklist
Before your first ride, do the following in order to
drive and drive the vehicle safely off paved roads:
ÿ Observe the general warnings for
WARNING
Offroad driving can be dangerous, leading to
accidents, serious injuries, vehicle damage, and
vehicle breakdown beyond help.
Safety for offroad driving.
· Never choose a dangerous route or take risks
that endanger you and your companions. If
you cannot continue or you doubt the safety of
the route, turn around and find another way.
ÿ Adjust the seat so that you have a good view
forward and put on the seat belt ÿ p. 43.
ÿ Always wear suitable, tight-fitting footwear that
offers good foot support when operating the
pedals.
· Although the terrain seems easy to travel
ble, it can be difficult and dangerous and lead
to critical situations for you and your
A responsible driver respects nature even
when driving offroad. When traveling through
areas of scrubland and
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companions. Explore the route first on foot.
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