Can the steering wheel of Jetta VS5 be adjusted up and down?
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Yes, it can be adjusted up and down. Simply pull the lever below the steering wheel to unlock it, adjust the steering wheel to the most comfortable driving position, and then press the lever towards the steering column until it locks. Below is some relevant information about the steering wheel: 1. The car steering wheel transmits intense vibrations generated during driving to the driver, making it more difficult to control the direction. When the engine was relocated to the front of the vehicle, the increased weight made it impossible for drivers to steer using a tiller. This led to the emergence of the new steering wheel design, which introduces a gear system between the driver and the wheels. This system operates smoothly, effectively isolating intense vibrations from the road. Moreover, a good steering wheel system can provide the driver with a sense of close connection with the road. 2. The steering wheel is usually connected to the steering shaft via splines. Its function is to convert the force applied by the driver on the edge of the steering wheel into torque, which is then transmitted to the steering shaft. Using a larger-diameter steering wheel reduces the hand force required from the driver during steering. The steering transmission shaft, acting as a connector between the steering gear and the steering shaft, facilitates the standardization of the steering gear, compensates for errors during manufacturing and installation, and ensures a more rational installation of the steering gear and steering wheel in the vehicle.
As a frequent driver of the Jetta VS5, I can confirm that the steering wheel of this car can indeed be adjusted up and down, and the adjustment method is very simple. There's a small black lever below the steering column—just pull it down to release the locking mechanism, and then the steering wheel can be freely moved up and down. After adjusting it to a comfortable position, remember to push the lever back to lock it in place. Personally, being 1.75 meters tall, I prefer to set the steering wheel to a middle-to-low position, which prevents my arms from getting sore from being suspended for too long. This feature is even more convenient if the car is shared among family members. My father, who is 1.8 meters tall, can adjust it to a higher position, while my wife, who is 1.6 meters tall, can set it lower. The adjustment takes only about 10 seconds, making it much more practical than cars with fixed steering wheels. I recommend adjusting the seat position first before moving the steering wheel to achieve the most ergonomic driving posture.
Last week, I accompanied a friend to pick up his Jetta VS5 manual Yuexiang edition, and I specifically researched this adjustment feature. The metal lever below the steering wheel is the adjustment switch—pull it downward to unlock, allowing vertical movement within an 8 cm range. After adjusting, you should hear a click to confirm it's locked. This function is crucial for driving posture; when the steering wheel is properly positioned, resting your wrists naturally at the 3 and 9 o'clock positions minimizes fatigue. In practice, even after two hours of long-distance driving, there was no shoulder or neck soreness—unlike cars without this adjustment, which would be very uncomfortable. It's best to adjust while parked, as doing so while driving poses safety risks. Also, after adjusting, don’t forget to check if the turn signal lever remains convenient to operate—a detail many overlook.
