How to Activate the 4WD Mode in the Touareg
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The Touareg's 4WD control system button is located next to the gear lever. Press it to activate the system. Behind the gear lever, there is a rotary knob used to select driving modes, which include Sport, Standard, Off-road, and Snow. Simply rotate the knob to the corresponding road condition to use the desired mode. Below is more information about the Touareg: 1. The Touareg features a full-time 4WD system. By rotating the knob and utilizing the car's adaptive dynamic suspension function, the vehicle can better adapt to road conditions, ensuring smooth and effortless driving in any situation. 2. The Touareg is a mid-to-large SUV introduced by Volkswagen. This model offers two powertrain options: a 2.0T high/low-power engine and a 2.5T V6 engine. The 2.0T low-power engine delivers a maximum power of 137 kW and a maximum torque of 320 Nm, while the 2.0T high-power engine produces a maximum power of 162 kW and a maximum torque of 350 Nm. The 2.5T V6 engine boasts a maximum power of 220 kW and a maximum torque of 500 Nm. All engines are paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
When I worked at the Volkswagen 4S store, owners often asked about this. The Touareg's four-wheel drive switch is right behind the gear lever - look closely for a knob labeled '4MOTION' with four icons for snow/road/mountain/off-road. Just shift to P gear and turn this knob, the central display will show the switching status in real-time. Use road mode for normal driving (automatic power distribution), turn to snow icon for snowy roads, and only engage off-road mode for serious mud terrain. BTW, top-trim models have an all-wheel drive lock button near the gear lever - press it to lock 4WD during extreme slippage. The system defaults to road mode at every startup, very user-friendly.
I just helped my sister set up her Touareg the other day. The 4WD mode control area is right next to the driver's seat, with that distinctive silver knob behind the gear shift. You don't need to press the brake - just turn the knob to select your desired mode, and it makes a clicking sound when rotated. The icons are very intuitive: a car for Highway mode, snowflake for Snow mode, slope for Mountain mode, and tire tracks for Off-road mode. For highway driving, I recommend keeping it in Highway mode. Switch to Snow mode on rainy days to prevent skidding, and I only use Off-road mode when driving on muddy roads back home. You can clearly feel the throttle response becoming more stable during mode transitions.
