This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning and indicator lamps
→ Pedals→ Manual gearbox: selecting a gear
→ Automatic gearbox: selecting a gear→ Changing gear using Tiptronic
→ Driving with an automatic gearbox→ Fault in the function of the automatic gearbox
→ Gear-change indicatorNotes in this chapter concerning the automatic gearbox are applicable both for the automatic gearbox and the dual clutch gearbox DSG®.
The following will occur if reverse gear is selected and the ignition is switched on:
Additional information and warnings:
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.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. NOTICERemoving and installing wheel housing trim, saloon
Note
Removal and installation are described for the left
vehicle side. Follow same instructions for the right side as
appropriate.
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
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Removing and installing door
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Door alignment tool -3320-
Universal joint for 3320 -3320/1
Bit for 3320 -3320/2-
Bit for 3320 -3320/3-
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-
Socket -3410-
Setting gauge -3371-
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Air conditioner compressor regulating valve -N280
The regulating valve is fitted to the air conditioner
compressor. It is activated by the operating and display unit
for Climatronic air conditioning system -E87- or the Climatronic
control unit -J255- The regulating valve influences the pressure
in the l ...