Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

 → Display and indicator lamps  

 → Operating the cruise control system (CCS) 

The cruise control system (CCS) helps to maintain an individual set speed when the vehicle is travelling forwards at speeds of more than approximately 20 km/h (15 mph)¹⁾.

The CCS only slows the vehicle by easing off the accelerator, not by actively braking  .

Additional information and warnings:

• Changing gear  

• Speed limiter  

• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)  

• Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts  

WARNING

The use of the cruise control system can lead to accidents and serious injuries if traffic does not allow you to drive at a safe distance from the vehicle in front at a constant speed.

• Never use the CCS in heavy traffic, when there is insufficient distance from the vehicle in front, on steep or winding roads, or on slippery road surfaces, e.g. on snow, ice, wet roads, loose chippings, or on flooded roads.

• Never use the CCS when driving off-road or on unsurfaced roads.

• Adapt your speed and distance from the vehicles ahead to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.

• Always switch cruise control off after use to avoid unintentional operation.

• It is dangerous to use a set speed that is too high for the prevailing road, traffic or weather conditions.

• The CCS cannot maintain a constant speed when travelling downhill. The vehicle speed can increase under its own weight. Shift down a gear or brake the vehicle using the foot brake.

¹⁾ The mph figure in brackets relates solely to instrument clusters that display distances/speeds in miles.

Questions & answers

Introduction — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

What is the Golf Mk7 cruise control system (CCS)?

CCS maintains a driver-set speed without the driver holding the accelerator pedal. It is useful on long motorway journeys where speed is constant.

Can I use Golf Mk7 CCS in city traffic?

Technically it can be set above 20 km/h, but the manual advises against using it in heavy or variable traffic, in bad weather or on slippery roads — situations where frequent braking is needed.

Does the Golf Mk7 CCS apply the brakes?

Standard CCS does not brake. It reduces throttle when going downhill but relies on the driver to press the brake if the car exceeds the set speed on a steep descent.