First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
In some vehicles, the instrument cluster will show which gear should be selected while the vehicle is in motion to reduce fuel consumption.
| Display | Meaning |
|---|---|
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Current gear is optimal. |
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A higher gear is recommended. |
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A lower gear is recommended. |
Information on cleaning the diesel particulate filter
The exhaust system management recognises a diesel particulate filter which is filling up and aids the self-cleaning process of the diesel particulate filter by recommending the most suitable gear when driving. This may mean driving with increased engine speed in exceptional cases .

CAUTION
Driving in the correct gear can reduce fuel consumption.
The display on the gear-change indicator will disappear when the clutch pedal is depressed.
Fault in the function of the automatic gearboxVolkswagen Touran Owners Manual. Driving
a loaded vehicle
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings For good vehicle handling when driving
a loaded vehicle, please observe the following:
Stow all items of luggage securely .
Accelerate carefully and gently.
Avoid sudden braking and driving man ...
Volkswagen Touran Owners Manual. Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Folding backrests in the second row of seats forwards and backwards
→ Folding the seats on the second row of seats forwards and backwards
→ Removing the seats in the second row of ...