2022 Skoda Karoq Transmission Guidelines

The 2022 Skoda Karoq has a transmission system that was carefully thought out to combine performance, fuel economy, and comfort while driving. Drivers can choose the type of driving experience they want by picking from a number of transmissions, such as manual and automatic ones. The automatic gearbox in particular has smooth and quick gear changes that make it easier to drive in cities and on the highway. The 2022 Skoda Karoq’s transmission is highly precise and uses advanced engineering to deliver power in the best way possible. This makes for a dynamic and efficient drive and gives the driver the confidence to handle any road situation. The Karoq’s transmission is an important part of making the driving experience incredible and rewarding, whether you’re driving on city streets or going on exciting trips.

Automatic Transmission

Introduction
The automatic transmission performs an automatic gear change irrespective of the engine load, the operation of the accelerator, the vehicle speed and the selected driving mode.
The modes of the automatic transmission can be adjusted by the driver by means of the selector lever.

WARNING
Do not use the throttle if the forward mode has been set using the selector lever prior to starting up – risk of accident!
Never move the selector lever to mode R or P when driving – risk of an accident!
If the vehicle stalls, with the engine running, in the D, S, R or Tiptronic mode, then the vehicle must be prevented from rolling away using the brake pedal, or using the Auto Hold function. Even when the engine is idling, the power transmission is never interrupted – the vehicle creeps.
When leaving the vehicle, the selector lever must always be set to P . Otherwise, the vehicle could start to move – risk of an accident.

CAUTION
If you want to move the selector lever from position N to position D / S whilst driving, the engine must be running at idling speed.
When stopping on a slope, never try to hold the vehicle using the accelerator pedal – this may lead to gear damage.

Select the selector lever position

Read and observe and on page 207 first.
Move the selector lever to change to the following positions. In some positions, you have to push the locking button Selector lever lock.
When the ignition is switched on, the gearbox mode and the currently selected gear are indicated in the display.

• Parking – the position can be set only when the vehicle is at a standstill The drive wheels are mechanically locked.
• Reverse gear – the position can be set only when the vehicle is at a standstill and the engine is at idling speed.
• Neutral (idle position) – the power transmission to the drive wheels is interrupted.
• Forward mode/sports programme – the gear change takes place in position S at higher engine speeds than in mode D.
• (Sprung position) – choice between positions D and S
  If the Sport driving mode is selected with the engine running, Select the driving mode (Driving Mode Selection) , the transmission is automatically set in the S mode.

E – Economical driving mode
If the driving mode Eco or Individual (engine – Eco) is selected and the selection lever is in the setting D/S, the transmission is automatically set to mode E. This mode cannot be selected with the selector lever.
The forwards mode is switched up or down automatically in mode Eat lower engine speeds than in mode D.

Selector  lever lock

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The selector lever is locked in modes P and N to prevent forward driving is selected accidentally, thereby setting the vehicle in motion.
The selector lever is locked only when the vehicle is stationary and at speeds up to 5 km/h.
The selector lever lock is indicated by the illumination of the warning light.

Release the gear selector lever from P mode or N
Press the brake pedal and, at the same time, push the lock button in the direction of arrow
To move the selector lever from mode N to D / S only the brake pedal is pressed.
The selector lever is not locked when quickly moving across position N (e.g. from R to D/S). This, for example, helps to rock out a vehicle that is stuck, e.g. in a bank of snow. The selector lever lock will engage if the lever is in position N for more than approx. 2 seconds without the brake pedal being depressed.
If it is not possible to release the gear selector from mode P in the usual manner, then this can be emergency unlocked.

Note
If you want to switch the selector lever from mode P to mode D/S or vice versa, move the selector lever quickly. This prevents you accidentally selecting mode R or N.

Manual shifting of gears (Tiptronic)

Read and observe and on page 207 first.
The tiptronic mode makes it possible to manually shift gears with the selector lever or multifunction steering wheel.

Switching to manual shifting using the selector lever 
Push the gear selector from position D/S towards the right, or left in a right-hand drive vehicle. The current gear is maintained.

Switching to manual shifting by using the rocker switches under the multifunction steering wheel
To change gear, pull one of the rockers switches / briefly towards the steering wheel

To cancel the manual shift, pull the rocker switch towards the steering wheel for more than 1 s.
If you do not pull one of the rocker switches – /shifting of the gears is deactivated automatically.

Changing gear
To shift up, tap the selector lever forwards + or pull the rocker switch / for a certain time, manual shifting of the gears is deactivated automatically.

Changing gear
To shift up, tap the selector lever forwards / or pull the rocker switch briefly towards the steering wheel.
To shift down, tap the selector lever backwards or pull the rocker switch briefly towards the steering wheel.
The currently selected gear is marked with the letter M in the instrument cluster display.
The gear shift indicator should be observed when changing gear.
When accelerating, the gearbox automatically shifts up into the higher gear just before the maximum permissible engine speed is reached. If a lower gear is selected, the gearbox does not shift down until there is no risk of the engine over-revving.

Note
It may be beneficial, for example, when travelling downhill, to use manual shifting of gears. Shifting to a lower gear reduces the load on the brakes and hence the wear of the brakes.

Start and run
Read and observe and on page 207 first.
Starting and temporarily pausing
Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal.
Start the engine.
Press the locking button and move the selector lever to the desired position.
Release the brake pedal and accelerate.

The selector lever position N does not have to be selected if stopping for a short time, such as at crossroads. However, you must apply the brake pedal in order to prevent the vehicle from rolling away.
Accelerate to maximum speed during the journey (kick down function)
The kick-down function is applied when the accelerator pedal is pressed down in the forward mode.
The gear change is adjusted accordingly to reach the maximum acceleration.

When approaching maximum speed (launch control function)
The launch control function is available in mode S or Tiptronic.
Disable the TCS Braking and stabilisation systems.
Fully depress and hold the brake pedal with your left foot.
Fully depress the accelerator pedal with your right foot.
Release the brake pedal the vehicle is running at maximum acceleration.

Driving in neutral (“coasting”)
When releasing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle moves without the braking effect of the engine.

Operating conditions
The selector lever is in the D/S position.
Driving mode Eco or Individual (Drive: – Eco) is selected Select the driving mode (Driving Mode Selection).
The vehicle is travelling at more than 20 km/h.
No trailer or other accessory is connected to the trailer socket.
The gear is selected again automatically when you depress the accelerator or brake pedal or pull one of the rocker switches / towards the steering wheel  Manual shifting of gears (Tiptronic).

WARNING
Rapid acceleration, particularly on slippery roads, can lead to loss of control of the vehicle – risk of accident!

Running in the engine and economical driving

Running in the engine
During the first 1,500 km, the driving manner determines the quality of the running in process on a new engine.
During the first 1,000 km, the engine should not be charged with more than 3/4 of the maximum permitted engine revs and without the trailer.
In the area of 1,000 to 1,500 kilometres, the engine load can be increased up to the maximum permitted engine speed.

Tips for economical driving
The fuel consumption depends on the driving style, road conditions, weather conditions and the like.
For an economical driving style, the following instructions must be observed.
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
Observe the recommended gear.
Avoid full throttle and high speeds.
Reduce idling.
Avoid short distances.
Ensure the correct tyre inflation pressure is maintained.
Avoid unnecessary ballast.
Remove the roof rack when it is not needed.
Only switch on electrical consumers (e.g. seat heating) for as long as they are needed. In the Infotainment system, in menu Fuel Consumption:, it is possible to display up to three consumers that are currently making up the largest share of fuel consumption.
Before switching on, ventilate the cooling system briefly and do not use the cooling system with open windows.
Do not leave windows open at high speed.

FAQ

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