First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The steering should be locked every time you leave the vehicle to make it more difficult for the vehicle to be stolen.
Electronic steering column lock
Vehicles with Keyless Access: the steering column will be locked if the driver door is opened with the ignition switched off. For this, the vehicle should be stationary and, if necessary, the gear selector lever should be in position P.
If the ignition is not switched off until after the driver door is opened, the electronic steering column lock will only be activated when the vehicle is locked using the sensor in the door handle or the vehicle key.
Mechanical steering column lock
Vehicles without Keyless Access: the steering column is locked if the vehicle key is removed from the ignition lock when the vehicle is stationary.
Activating the steering lock | Deactivating the steering lock |
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Park the vehicle . | Turn the steering wheel slightly to take the load off the steering lock mechanism. |
Remove the vehicle key. | Insert the vehicle key into the ignition lock. |
Turn the steering wheel slightly until the steering lock clicks into place. | Hold the steering wheel in this position and turn the ignition on. |
Electromechanical steering
The power steering provided by the electromechanical steering system automatically adjusts to the vehicle speed, steering wheel torque and steering wheel angle. The electromechanical steering only functions when the engine is running.
You will need considerably more strength than normal to steer the vehicle if the power steering is reduced or has failed completely.
Counter steering assistance
Counter steering assistance provides the driver with power steering in critical driving situations. Additional steering power helps the driver when counter steering .
Progressive steering
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, progressive steering can adjust the force of the steering movement in a driving situation. Progressive steering only functions when the engine is running.
In urban traffic, less steering input is required when parking, manoeuvering, or turning sharply.
When driving on country roads or on the motorway, the progressive steering provides a more sporty, direct steering response, and a dynamic feel.
WARNING
Renewing rear bonded rubber bush
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Tensioning strap -T10038-
Assembly tool -T10263-
Assembly tool -T10356-
Engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A-
Hydraulic press -VAS 6178- and thrust piece - ...
Assembly overview - auxiliary heater attachments
1 -
Auxiliary heater
2 -
Clamping piece
3 -
Coolant hose
4 -
Air intake silencer
Removing and installing
→ Chapter
5 -
Bracket for ci ...
Saw-tooth wear
Saw-tooth wear is a stepped wear pattern on the individual
tread blocks → Fig.
that can cause increased tyre noise. The saw tooth is caused by
uneven deformation of the tread blocks in the tyre's contact
patch. Saw-tooth wear is more pronounce ...