How to Use the Cruise Control in Volkswagen Passat?
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Volkswagen Passat cruise control usage is as follows: Toggle the small paddle: Maintain the car at a certain speed range, toggle the small paddle knob on the turn signal controller to the ON position. Press the RES button: To increase speed, press the RES button; to decrease speed, press the SET button. Step on the brake: To turn off cruise control, simply step on the brake. Body dimensions: Taking the 2020 Elite Edition Volkswagen Passat as an example, its body length, width, and height are 4933mm, 1836mm, and 1469mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 2871mm, fuel tank capacity of 68.5L, trunk capacity of 521L, and curb weight of 1575kg.
As a seasoned driver of a Volkswagen Passat, let me show you how to use cruise control. First, start the car and get on the highway, then stabilize your speed at the desired level, say 70 km/h. Next, locate the control stalk on the left side of the steering wheel, press the 'ON' button to activate the system, and then press the 'SET' key to lock in the current speed. Want to speed up while cruising? Gently push the '+' on the control stalk, and the car will gradually accelerate; to slow down, use the '-' or tap the brake to automatically cancel it. It's especially handy for long-distance driving, saving you from constantly pressing the gas pedal, reducing fatigue and saving fuel. However, remember to use it only on highways or open roads—avoid turning it on in busy urban areas with heavy traffic to prevent delayed reactions and potential hazards. Regularly maintaining and checking the system's responsiveness is also a good habit.
