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If the accelerator pedal is depressed fully, the gearbox will automatically shift to a lower gear,
depending on the speed and engine revs. This will make use of the full vehicle acceleration.
The gearbox does not shift up to the next gear until the engine reaches the maximum engine speed
for the gear.
When the Eco driving profile is selected in vehicles with driving profile selection
selection and 4MOTION Active Control
point, the engine output is automatically regulated to ensure maximum vehicle acceleration.
Launch Control Programme
The Launch Control programme gives the vehicle maximum acceleration from a standing start in
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vehicles with a DSG dual clutch gearbox.
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• Switch off TCS
Brake support systems
• Depress and hold the brake pedal with your left foot.
• In selector lever position D/S, select position S. Alternatively, select the Tiptronic position or in
vehicles with driving profile selection select the Sport driving profile
and 4MOTION Active Control
.
• With your right foot, depress the accelerator until the engines speed reaches approximately
3,200 rpm.
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• Take your left foot off the brake
• Switch the TCS back on after acceleration.
WARNING
Rapid acceleration can cause loss of traction and skidding, particularly on slippery roads.
This can cause you to lose control of the vehicle, which can lead to accidents and serious
injuries.
• Always adjust your driving style in accordance with the flow of traffic.
• Only use kickdown or fast acceleration if visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions
permit, and other road users are not put at risk due to the acceleration and the driving
style.
• Please note that the driven wheels could start to spin and the vehicle could skid if the
traction control system (TCS) is switched off, especially if the road is slippery.
• Switch the traction control system (TCS) back on after acceleration.
• Only use the launch control programme, if the road and traffic conditions allow for it.
• You should never endanger other road users through the acceleration of your vehicle
or through your driving style.
WARNING
Never ride the brake pedal. Do not overuse the brake pedal. Constant braking will cause
the brakes to overheat. This can considerably reduce the brake effect, increase the
braking distance and, in certain circumstances, cause the brake system to fail completely.
NOTICE
• If you stop the vehicle on an incline, do not attempt to stop it from rolling back by
depressing the accelerator while a position is still selected. The dual clutch gearbox
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DSG could overheat and be damaged.
• Never allow the vehicle to roll in position N, particularly if the ignition is switched off.
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The DSG dual clutch gearbox will not be lubricated and could be damaged.
m/k/a995MK Vehicles with Launch Control Programme: accelerating with the
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Launch Control programme places heavy strain on all vehicle components. This can
lead to higher rates of wear.
NOTICE
• Never let the brakes rub by applying light pressure to the brake when it is not
necessary to brake. This will increase levels of wear.
• Before driving down a long, steep gradient, reduce your speed and select a suitable
recuperation level. This will make use of the electric drive braking effect and relieve the
load on the brakes. The brakes could otherwise overheat and possibly fail. The brakes
should only be used to slow or stop the vehicle.
Troubleshooting
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and the accelerator is depressed fully beyond the pressure
.
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Driving profile selection
. The vehicle will start with maximum acceleration.
Driving profile
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