GolfGTIforum.co.uk

Model specific boards => Golf mk7 => Topic started by: golfhappy on 24 January 2016, 20:26

Title: Auto handbrake
Post by: golfhappy on 24 January 2016, 20:26

Twice i've been caught out with this feature. once reversing out the drive and pulling from a junction. It's in auto mode drove it for a day no problems until now. it's like the brake is still applied and engine stalls? have my seat belt plugged in. What am i doing wrong?

Title: Re: Auto handbrake
Post by: Bungleaio on 24 January 2016, 20:30

It should release very easily as soon as it detects you are trying to move. If it's not then you've got a fault and you need VW to have a look at it.

Title: Re: Auto handbrake
Post by: AndyG on 24 January 2016, 20:42

i think your auto brake has a fault,it's as if it isn't getting a signal to release when the accelerator is pressed.

Title: Re: Auto handbrake
Post by: GeoBog on 24 January 2016, 20:47

It happened to me last monday after not moving the car the entire weekend. It took some effort to release. Assumed it was due to the cold weather over weekend. If it happens while driving I guess you've got a fault.

Title: Re: Auto handbrake
Post by: golfhappy on 24 January 2016, 21:33

Would VCDS pick anything up?

Title: Re: Auto handbrake
Post by: itavaltalainen on 24 January 2016, 22:12

Sure you're pushing the throttle?
If you only just about touch it it won't release the brake, even slam them on harder.

Title: Re: Auto handbrake
Post by: golfhappy on 24 January 2016, 23:54

Quote from: itavaltalainen on 24 January 2016, 22:12

Sure you're pushing the throttle?
If you only just about touch it it won't release the brake, even slam them on harder.

Yeh after reading the handbook, think thats where i went wrong. Been out to the car and had a bit shot and all seems well.