The ASR button

[vdubyaluv]

Like i know what its meant for but what does it mean and what does it exactly do.

All i know is i can launch faster in every gear with it on.

(im a new vw owner and the car does not have a owners manual.)

[da_wesmeista]

i'm not sure wat it stands for but it takes off your traction control so you can spin the tires. i dont think it does anything for your engines power, but since it doesnt shut down your throttle when you lose traction you will be able to launch the car better.

[chay G.]

it prevents wheels from spining, i think it closes the TB

[vdubyaluv]

Quote, originally posted by chay G. »

it prevents wheels from spining, i think it closes the TB

I get a more wheel spin(was raining today) with it on :X.

one more question, is keeping it on a good idea? or it doesnt matter.
Gas mileage wise and engine matienace


Modified by vdubyaluv at 7:48 PM 4-12-2007

[D_GTi]

it stands for Anti Slip Regulation.

prevents the wheels from spinning.

[Bugeye1.8]

Quote, originally posted by vdubyaluv »

but what does it mean and what does it exactly do.

ASR detects wheel slippage and applies braking force to that particular wheel. Working with the Electronic Differential Lock at speeds below 25 mph, ASR controls throttle response to maximize traction and minimize slipping as well.

Hope that helps.

[ea187]

i think you mean with it off. when you push the button it turns it off not on.

Quote, originally posted by vdubyaluv »

All i know is i can launch faster in every gear with it on.

i'd like to know how you can launch in every gear. that's impressive


Modified by ea187 at 4:54 PM 4-12-2007

[vdubyaluv]

Quote, originally posted by Bugeye1.8 »

ASR detects wheel slippage and applies braking force to that particular wheel. Working with the Electronic Differential Lock at speeds below 25 mph, ASR controls throttle response to maximize traction and minimize slipping as well. Hope that helps.

thats wierd man, i get more wheel spin with it on. I went to one of my friends house and met a guy that works for VW as a mechanic, i let him drive my car because he loves VW's and he told me to get better launch push this button in and make sure the light is on. Also he was peeling out chirpin in 2nd and 3rd gear with it on. I had never knew about this button til today and never knew my car could chirp 3rd, but if its anti with it on then why does it only work when its on.

[euroslvt]

There is know way your car is chirping into 3rd.
Your already doing 65-70 at redline in second.

[vdubyaluv]

Quote, originally posted by ea187 »

i'd like to know how you can launch in every gear. that's impressive Modified by ea187 at 4:54 PM 4-12-2007

Im not a fluent english speaker, sorry for the confusin

[vdubyaluv]

Quote, originally posted by uroslvt »

There is know way your car is chirping into 3rd. Your already doing 65-70 at redline in second.

nope, i was at about 50-56 in 2nd and i redline around 6,500.
If u read above, rain means a wet road.

[bluebora20v]

Quote, originally posted by vdubyaluv »

thats wierd man, i get more wheel spin with it on. I went to one of my friends house and met a guy that works for VW as a mechanic, i let him drive my car because he loves VW's and he told me to get better launch push this button in and make sure the light is on. Also he was peeling out chirpin in 2nd and 3rd gear with it on. I had never knew about this button til today and never knew my car could chirp 3rd, but if its anti with it on then why does it only work when its on.

I think you are confusing when the switch/light is ON/OFF versus when the ASR is ON/OFF.

Light ON = ASR OFF

If you turn OFF the ASR then you will be able to spin the tires. You should be able to launch better with the ASR off because you are then able to modulate the throttle pedal however you wish without the intrusive ASR from kicking on the brakes. There is a delay time after ASR kicks on to when it turns off which I have found to be very dangerous in some situations. If you ever try to launch your car TURN OFF YOUR ASR.

[LSinLV]

this is well discussed. FAQ's and SEARCH can provide more info.

[vdubyaluv]

Quote, originally posted by bluebora20v »

I think you are confusing when the switch/light is ON/OFF versus when the ASR is ON/OFF. Light ON = ASR OFF If you turn OFF the ASR then you will be able to spin the tires. You should be able to launch better with the ASR off because you are then able to modulate the throttle pedal however you wish without the intrusive ASR from kicking on the brakes. There is a delay time after ASR kicks on to when it turns off which I have found to be very dangerous in some situations. If you ever try to launch your car TURN OFF YOUR ASR.

yeah i relize this now. thnaks for the info eryone

[uberwagn]

cmon dude, you buy the car - and you dont even see what each button is for and need someone to tell you? i figured out that button the instant second i drove my jetta off the lot. god.. whats up with people these days.

[utjrod7]

Wow, what a pr*ck. Sorry, not everyone is an acronym master like you. God, I'll tell you, some people.

[uberwagn]

Quote, originally posted by utjrod7 »

Wow, what a pr*ck. Sorry, not everyone is an acronym master like you. God, I'll tell you, some people.

you tellin me you test drive the car, and dont even ask what the ASR is for if you dont know what it is? i dont understand how someone could drive their car for a while not knowing what that certain feature does, at least press it and experiment.

[dubnation101]

yesss here we go! round 1 fight!!

[scanlory]

Quote, originally posted by utjrod7 »

Wow, what a pr*ck. Sorry, not everyone is an acronym master like you. God, I'll tell you, some people.

yoink.

[vagwhpt]

Quote, originally posted by vdubyaluv »

Like i know what its meant for but what does it mean and what does it exactly do.

ok class, lets say it together....... S-E-L-F C-O-N-T-R-A-D-I-C-T-I-O-N