Things To Note With Engaged Reverse Gear; Driving Economically; Information On Cleaning The Diesel Particulate Filter - Volkswagen Tiguan Owner's Manual

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Information on cleaning the diesel particulate filter

The exhaust management system detects when a diesel particulate filter is filling up and aids the filter's self-cleaning process by recommending
the most suitable gear when driving. This may mean driving with increased engine speed in exceptional cases
and exhaust purification system .
CAUTION
The gear-change indicator is only designed to assist the driver and cannot replace the driver's own judgement.
The driver has full responsibility for selecting the correct gear in all situations (e.g. when overtaking, driving up and down hills
trailer
and when towing a trailer).
Driving in the correct gear can help to reduce fuel consumption.
Gear-change indicator display goes out when the clutch is depressed in vehicles with a manual gearbox or when Tiptronic position is
®
deselected in vehicles with a DSG dual clutch gearbox.

Things to note with engaged reverse gear

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings
The reverse light comes on.
The Climatronic switches automatically to air recirculation mode when the vehicle is reversing.
The ParkPilot, the ParkPilot display and the rear view camera system (Rear View) are switched on as required.
The rear window wiper is switched on if the windscreen wipers are switched on.

Driving economically

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings
The fuel consumption, pollution and wear of
the engine, brakes and tyres are reduced by
an appropriate driving style. A few tips are
provided below which will help you protect
the environment and also save money.
Fig. 130 Fuel consumption in litres per 100 km at two different outside temperatures.
Think ahead when driving
The fuel consumption will increase if you do not adopt a steady driving style. It is possible to avoid frequent acceleration and braking by paying
careful attention to the traffic situation on the road. Keeping a sufficient distance from the vehicle in front will help you anticipate the driving
situation.
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