cruise control VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI 2013 5G / 7.G Owners Manual

Calm and smooth driving
Consistency is more important than speed. The more smoothly you drive, the less fuel the vehicle
consumes.
When driving on the highway or freeway, a constant, moderate speed is more efficient and economical
than constantly accelerating and braking. Usually you can reach your destination just as quickly by
driving at a moderate, but steady speed.
The cruise control system can assist in maintaining a uniform driving style.
Moderate use of extra electrical loads
Comfort inside the vehicle is nice and important, but it is important to use them in an environmentally
conscious manner.
Some devices can increase fuel consumption when activated (examples):
x Climate control system (air conditioner): If the air conditioner has to produce starkly contrasting
temperatures, it requires a large amount of energy, which is generated by the engine. The temperature
in the vehicle should therefore not be extremely different from that of the outside temperature. It may
be helpful to ventilate the vehicle before driving and then to drive a short distance with the windows
open. After that, switch on the air conditioner with the windows closed. Keep the windows closed when
driving at high speeds. Open windows increase fuel consumption.
x Switch off seat heating once it has served its purpose.
x Switch off the rear window defroster as soon as the windows are free of fog and ice.
Additional factors that increase fuel consumption (examples):
x Malfunctioning engine control.
x Driving in the mountains.
x Towing a trailer.
NOTICE
Never let the vehicle coast or roll down a hill in Neutral (N), especially when the engine is not
running. The transmission will not be lubricated and will be damaged.
Fuel-efficient driving

Fig. 135 Fuel consumption in mpg at 2 different outside air temperatures.

Cruise Control System (CCS)
Introduction
In this section you’ll find information about:
Indicator lights
Indicator lights
Cruise control operation
The Cruise Control System (CCS) helps maintain an individually stored constant speed when driving
above about 15 mph (20 km/h).
The CCS slows down the vehicle only by reducing the flow of fuel to the engine, not by braking ⇒ .
More information:
x Shifting gears
x Parts, accessories, repairs and modifications
WARNING
Using the cruise control when it is not possible to drive safely at a constant speed can be
dangerous and can lead to an accident and serious personal injuries.
x Never use cruise control when driving in heavy or varying traffic or when you cannot keep
a safe distance between you and the vehicles ahead of you.
x Never use cruise control on steep, winding, or slippery roads (such gravel roads, wet
roads, or snowy or icy roads) or on roads with standing water.
x Never use cruise control when driving off-road or on unpaved roads.
x Always adjust your speed and the distance you keep between you and the vehicles ahead
of you to the road, traffic, weather, and visibility conditions.
x To help prevent unintended operation of cruise control, switch the system off when it is
not being used.
x It is dangerous to use the Resume feature when the previously set speed is too high for
the existing road, traffic, or weather conditions.
x When going downhill, the cruise control may not be able to maintain a constant speed.
The vehicle will speed up because of its own weight. Downshift and/or use the foot brake to
slow the vehicle.
Applicable only in the United States
Indicator lights

Fig. 137 In the instrument cluster display: Cruise control status indications.

Display
Different cruise control versions are available. The stored speed is shown in the instrument cluster
display on some equipment versions.
Status fig. 138
(A) Cruise control temporarily deactivated. Stored speed in small numbers.
(B) System malfunction. See an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen
Service Facility.
(C) Cruise control activated. No speed stored in memory.
(D) Cruise control is active. Stored speed in large numbers.
Indicator lights

Lights up Possible cause
% Cruise control is regulating the speed.
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When the ignition is switched on, several warning and indicator lights come on briefly for a function
check. They go out after a few seconds.
WARNING
Failure to heed warning lights and instrument cluster text messages can cause the vehicle to
break down in traffic and result in a collision and serious personal injury.
x Never ignore warning lights or text WARNINGS.
x Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
NOTICE
Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in vehicle damage.
Cruise control operation

Fig. 139 On the left side of the steering column: Cruise control buttons and switches.

In order to: You must: ⇒fig.139Result:
Switch on cruise control. Move switch (2) to /. position. System is switched on, but does not
regulate vehicle speed until a speed
is set.
Set cruise control to
current vehicle speed.
Press button (3) 3%4

Parts, accessories, repairs and modifications
Introduction
In this section you’ll find information about:
Break-in period
Parts and accessories
Operating fluids and equipment
Repairs and technical modifications
Repairs and other things that can affect Advanced Airbag performance
Repairs and other things that can affect Airbag performance
CB radio equipment
Notice about data recorded by vehicle control modules
Using a mobile phone in a motor vehicle when it is not connected to the vehicle telephone
antenna - some important things to know
Lift points for the vehicle
More information:
x Safety belts
x Airbag system
x Roof rack
x Trailer towing
x 12 Volt sockets
x Braking, stopping and parking
x Starting assistance systems
x Cruise control system (CCS)
x Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
x Preparations for working in the engine compartment
x Engine oil
x Engine coolant
x Vehicle battery
x Exterior care and cleaning
x Interior care and cleaning
x Consumer information
x ⇒ Booklet Radio
x ⇒ Booklet Navigation system
x ⇒ Booklet Mobile Phone Package