What are the functions of the Volkswagen multifunction steering wheel buttons?
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The functions of the Volkswagen multifunction steering wheel buttons are as follows: 1. Resume button: Press RES to restore the previously set speed after temporarily canceling cruise control; 2. Set button: Press SET to set the current speed as the cruise speed after temporarily canceling cruise control; 3. Deceleration button: If adaptive cruise control is activated, use it to reduce speed; 4. Acceleration button: If adaptive cruise control is activated, use it to increase speed; 5. Cruise control on/off button: Press to turn on cruise control; 6. Cancel button: Press to cancel cruise control; 7. Volume adjustment buttons: Press to increase or decrease volume, with the left button lowering volume and the right button raising it; 8. Bluetooth call button: Press to answer incoming calls; 9. Voice control button: Press to activate voice commands; 10. Option toggle button: Used to switch between options up and down on the multifunction display; 11. Menu toggle button: Used to switch between options left and right on the multifunction display, with OK indicating confirmation; 12. Track change buttons: Press to skip to the next or previous track.
When driving my Volkswagen, I noticed that the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel are primarily used to control the vehicle's systems, allowing operation without taking hands off the wheel, which is quite practical. The most common are the volume adjustment and track selection buttons. While driving and listening to music, a light press can adjust the volume up or down or switch songs, avoiding the distraction of searching for controls on the center console. There's also a button in the middle for answering calls; once connected via Bluetooth, a press enables hands-free calling, ensuring safety and convenience. Some models include a voice assistant button—holding it down activates voice control for navigation or checking the weather, which is super handy on highways. Additionally, cruise control buttons might be on the multifunction steering wheel, such as setting speed and following distance, reducing fatigue during long highway drives. Over time, these buttons can accumulate dust, so I recommend gently wiping them with a soft cloth dipped in alcohol to maintain responsiveness and prevent sticking. The overall design is user-friendly, and new drivers can get accustomed to it after a few uses.
