Shifting
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Introduction
In this section you’ll find information about:
Warning and indicator lights
Pedals
Manual transmission: Gearshift lever
Automatic transmission: Selector lever
Shifting with Tiptronic
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Driving with automatic transmission
Automatic transmission malfunction
Gear recommendation
Explanatory notes in this section regarding automatic transmissions also apply to the DSG
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Direct Shift Gearbox automatic transmission.
When the ignition is switched on and the transmission is in Reverse (R):
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The backup lights come on.
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The Park Distance Control system and the camera for Rear Assist switch on (if equipped).
More information:
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Lower center console
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Instruments
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Braking and parking
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Rear Assist
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Park Distance Control system
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Engine control and emission control system
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Emergency closing and opening
WARNING
Rapid acceleration can cause skidding and loss of traction, especially on slippery roads,
resulting in a loss of vehicle control, collisions, and serious personal injury.
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Only use the kick-down feature or fast acceleration if visibility, weather, road, and traffic
conditions permit and other drivers will not be endangered by your driving and the vehicle's
acceleration.
WARNING
Constant braking causes the brakes to overheat and even to fail leading to collisions and
serious personal injury.
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Never “ride” the brakes or apply the brake pedal too often or too long.
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Riding the brakes will substantially reduce braking performance, increase stopping
distance, and can cause complete brake system failure.