Use the speed limiter conditionally
Speed limiter
adverse weather conditions is dangerous and
can lead to serious accidents, e.g. eg, by
aquaplaning, snow, ice, leaf litter, etc. Use the
speed limiter only when the state of the road
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and the weather conditions allow it.
The speed limiter helps not to exceed a speed
saved by you.
Speed range The
Drive speed limiter
speed limiter is available on forward drives from
approx. 30 km/h (20 mph).
,
Please note on
page 184.
at the beginning of this chapter,
Driving with the speed limiter
Speed limitation can be broken at any time by fully
depressing the accelerator pedal, past the point of
resistance. As soon as the saved speed is exceeded,
the green control indicator flashes and an acoustic
warning signal may sound. The speed remains saved.
The regulation is activated again automatically as
soon as you drive at a speed lower than the saved
one.
indications on the screen
When the speed limiter is engaged, the display of the
instrument cluster shows the saved speed and the
status of the system:
Fig. 144 Left side of the multifunction steering wheel
(variant 1).
The speed limiter is activated and the
regulation is active.
The speed limiter is activated, but the
regulation is not active.
go down slopes
The vehicle cannot maintain the stored speed in all
driving situations. Always be prepared to brake the
vehicle.
1. Downshift before going down hills
long mountain
In this way, you will take advantage of the engine brake and will
request the brakes less.
Fig. 145 Left side of the multifunction steering wheel
(variant 2).
WARNING
After use, always switch off the speed limiter to
prevent unintended speed regulation.
Connect
1. Press the key
.
· The speed limiter does not relieve the driver of his responsibility
The last set speed is saved. Regulation has not
yet taken place.
to drive at the appropriate speed. Do not drive at high speed
if it is not necessary.
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Driver assistance systems
start regulation
Problems and solutions
.
1. While driving, press the key
,
Please note on
page 184.
at the beginning of this chapter,
The current speed is saved as limit speed.
Regulation is automatically interrupted
adjust speed
There is a fault or defect.
The saved speed can be adjusted: + 1 km/h (1
1. Shut off the engine and restart it.
press the key
.
mph): - 1 km/h (1 mph): + 10 km/h (5 mph):
press the key
.
2. If the problem persists, disconnect the speed limiter and go to
a duly qualified specialized workshop. Volkswagen
recommends a Volkswagen dealer.
Steering wheel, variant 2: Or, slide your finger
Press the key.
down up above the key.
The first time it is activated, the speed increases to
the next step of 10 (km/h) or 5 (mph). - 10 km/h (5 mph):
Steering wheel, variant 2: Or slide your finger up and
For safety reasons, the speed limiter is only fully deactivated
when the driver releases the accelerator pedal at some point or
deactivates the system manually.
Press the key.
down over the button The first time it is activated, the speed is
reduced to the next step of 10 (km/h ) or 5 (mph).
Cannot start regulation
The selected driving profile does not allow regulation to start.
1. Select another profile and repeat the procedure.
To continuously change the saved speed, keep the or key
pressed.
adaptive cruise control
(ACC)
stop regulation
1. Press the key
either .
The speed remains saved.
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resume regulation
1. Press the key
.
Adaptive cruise control (ACC = Adapti ve Cruise Control)
The limiter will be activated again as soon as you drive at a
maintains a constant speed set by you. When the vehicle
speed lower than the saved one.
approaches a vehicle in front, ACC automatically adapts
the speed and thus maintains the distance set by you.
Disconnect
1. Long press the key.
The speed limiter is deactivated; the speed remains saved
(also after switching off the ignition).
How to tell if the vehicle has ACC The vehicle has
ACC if settings for this system can be made in the
Switch to other driver assistance systems
infotainment system wizard menu.
Depending on equipment, you can switch to the following
driver assistance systems:
Speed range You can set
— Cruise control (GRA)
a speed between approx. 30 km/h (20 mph) and 210 km/
h (130 mph). Depending on the equipment and the country,
the maximum adjustable speed may be lower.
— Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
1. Press the key
.
2. Select the desired system on the screen of the
instrument panel.
Driving with ACC
You can override ACC regulation at any time. If you brake, the
regulation is interrupted. If it accelerates, the regulation is
interrupted for the duration of the acceleration and is resumed
afterwards.
The speed limiter is deactivated.
Depending on the equipment, the button is located on
the multifunction steering wheel or the turn signal lever.
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