Driving Mode Selection
Introduction to the subject
In this chapter you will find information on the following subjects:
Your vehicle may be equipped with the Driving Mode Selection feature.
By selecting different driving modes, the driver can adapt the characteristics of certain vehicle systems to the current driving situation, the desired ride comfort and an economical driving style. The adaptable vehicle systems include the suspension, engine management system or the air conditioning system.
For vehicles equipped with Driving Mode Selection, you can choose from different driving modes with a variety of characteristics. The possible driving modes may vary, depending on vehicle equipment.
Available only on Golf R: The driving mode Sport is called Race. In the driving mode Race the vehicle's driving response becomes more agile.
The driving mode Comfort is only available in vehicles with Adaptive Chassis Control (DCC). Adaptive chassis control DCC (if equipped) continuously adjusts the suspension characteristics to match the current road and driving conditions in accordance with the selected driving mode.
The driving mode can be changed while the vehicle is not moving or when it is moving. After selecting a driving mode, the vehicle settings (excluding engine settings) are switched to the new driving mode immediately.
WARNING
Changing the driving mode can alter vehicle handling. Never allow Driving Mode Selection to tempt you into taking extra risks.
- Always adjust your speed and driving style to road, traffic, weather, and visibility conditions.
WARNING
Driving on today's roads demands the full attention of the driver at all times. Driver distraction causes accidents, collisions and serious personal injury!
- Never let yourself be distracted when selecting a driving mode or using the Infotainment system.
- Always drive attentively and responsibly. Use the Driving Mode Selection feature and the Infotainment system only if road, traffic, and weather conditions permit and you will not be distracted from your driving.
Certain settings are automatically saved by the driver personalization feature .
Selecting a driving mode
Fig. 109 In the lower center console: Driving Mode Selection button (if equipped).
Read and follow the introductory information and safety information first
For vehicles equipped with driving mode selection, the available driving modes as well as the effect on the vehicle settings in the individual driving modes depend on vehicle equipment.
When traffic conditions allow, briefly take your foot off the accelerator to activate the newly selected driving mode for the engine.
Selecting the driving mode
- Switch on the ignition.
- Press the Driving Mode Selection button
.
- To change the driving mode, press the Driving Mode Selection button
- OR: Tap the function key for the selected driving mode in the Infotainment system display.
- If necessary, tap the information function key (
) to display additional information about the current driving mode.
- Tap the
function key to close the menu.
Some settings for the selected driving mode may stay set even after the ignition is switched off, and other settings may return to Normal mode. For example, if the Sport or Race mode is active when the ignition is switched off, the automatic or DSG transmission may return to the D position when the ignition is switched back on.
- For Sport or Race: Select the Sport or Race driving mode again, or briefly pull the selector lever back .
- For Eco: Select the Eco driving mode again.
Driving mode characteristics
- Eco: Sets the vehicle in a low consumption mode and supports the driver with more eco-friendly driving.
- Comfort: Gives the vehicle a more comfortable driving feel, which may be preferred, for example, on bumpy road conditions or on long highway drives.
- Normal: Balanced setting for everyday use.
- Sport or Race: Gives the vehicle a sporty driving feel and is suited for a sporty driving style. In vehicles with an automatic or DSG transmission, the transmission automatically shifts to Sport drive (S) when either the Sport or Race driving mode is selected.
- Custom: Individual systems can be adjusted to suit your personal requirements .
The Driving Mode Selection button lights up when a mode other than Normal has been selected.
The driver can adjust certain vehicle functions, regardless of the selected driving mode. For example, the driver can shift the selector lever to Sport drive (S), even if the Eco driving mode is selected.
Golf R: The Start-stop system switches off automatically if the Race driving mode is selected, if the Custom, Drive system: Sport driving mode is selected , or if the selector lever is shifted to Sport drive (S).
Adjusting the Custom driving mode
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The systems that can be adjusted to your individual requirements depend on the vehicle equipment.
- Switch on the ignition.
- If necessary, switch on the Infotainment system.
- Press the Driving Mode Selection button
- Tap the Adjust function key to open the Custom menu.
Tips and troubleshooting
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Adaptive chassis control DCC system malfunction (if equipped)
The yellow indicator light comes on.
A text message may also appear in the instrument cluster.
- Have the system checked by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
WARNING
Failure to heed warning and indicator lights and instrument cluster text messages can result in a collision and serious personal injury.
- Never ignore warning and indicator lights or text WARNINGS.
- Always heed warning and indicator lights and take action where necessary.
NOTE
Failure to heed warning and indicator lights or text WARNINGS can result in vehicle damage.
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