Volkswagen Touran Owners Manual: Handbrake

Fig. 136 Handbrake between the front seats
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Applying the handbrake
- Lift the handbrake lever up fully.
- The handbrake is applied when indicator lamp
lights up in the instrument cluster .
Releasing the handbrake
- Lift the handbrake lever up slightly and press the lock button (arrow).
- Guide the handbrake lever down whilst the lock button is pressed.

WARNING
The incorrect use of the handbrake can cause accidents and serious injuries.
- The handbrake should never be used to brake the vehicle, except in emergencies.
The braking distance is considerably longer as only the rear wheels are braked.
Always use the foot brake.
- Never drive the vehicle with the handbrake on slightly. This could cause
the brakes to overheat and cause problems with the brake system. This also causes
premature wear on the rear brake pads.
- Never activate the accelerator from the engine compartment if a gear has
been selected and the engine is running. The vehicle could move, even if the
handbrake is applied.

NOTICE
If the handbrake is not applied fully when the vehicle is stationary and the brake
pedal is released when then selector lever is in position
P, the
vehicle may move a few centimetres forwards or backwards.
An audible signal is given if the car is driven faster than approximately 6 km/h
(4 mph) with the handbrake applied.
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Lit up
Possible cause
Correction
Brake system fault.
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First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Please adhere to relevant legislation when stopping and
parking your vehicle.
Stopping the vehicle
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