Start-Stop mode with automatic Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) The engine will be switched off after the ACC has brought the vehicle to a standstill via an active braking intervention → page 113. Troubleshooting Engine no longer starts automatically Vehicles with an automatic gearbox: If the engine does not start automatically, the instrument cluster shows a warning message Fault: Vehicle En- ergy System. Please go to the maintenance station . In the following instances, the engine will restart when the ACC is active: – If the accelerator is depressed. – Start the engine manually → page 99. – When the ACC has resumed speed and dis- tance control. – Deactivating the start/stop system manually.
– In this case, go to a correspondingly qualified workshop and have the system checked. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership. – If the vehicle ahead has moved on. Never switch off the engine or ignition while the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise, it may cause loss of control over the vehicle, accidents and serious or fatal injuries. WARNING Manual gearbox: Selecting a gear ● The airbags and belt tensioners do not func- tion when the ignition is switched off. ● The brake booster does not work after the ignition is switched off and you need to ap- ply more force to depress the brake pedal to stop the vehicle.
● The brake booster does not work after the engine is switched off and you need to apply more force to steer the vehicle. ● When the ignition is switched off, the steer- ing lock may activate and you will no longer be able to steer the vehicle. ● Always deactivate the start/stop system when working in the engine compartment. NOTICE Fig. 87 Gear shift pattern of a 5-speed manual gearbox. If the start/stop system is used in very high out- side temperatures over a long period, the 12-volt vehicle battery can be damaged. Selecting a forward gear The positions of the individual gears are dis- played on the gear lever → Fig. 87 .
The engine stop function may be deactiva- ted automatically if the temperature is above around 38°C. – Fully depress and hold the clutch pedal. – Move the gear lever to the required posi- tion → . In some cases, it may be necessary to re- start the engine manually. Follow any cor- responding messages on the instrument cluster display. – Release pedal to engage the clutch. – Depending on the vehicle, the clutch pedal will have to be depressed fully in order to start the engine. Always deactivate the start/stop system manually when driving through water. 182.5C1.TRO.74 Driving 103