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10 things You Should Never Do in A DSG / DCT Transmission Car

10 things You Should Never Do in A DSG / DCT Transmission Car

DSG and DCT both are dual-clutch transmissions with the similar basic principle of shifting gears. Today, the topic of discussion is DSG automatic transmission. Typically, Volkswagens came equipped with DSG automatic transmission, even the Polo GT TSI had one.

DCT or DSG has two shafts, one for the odd gears and the other for even gears. 2 Separate clutches for both the shafts, hence dual-clutch. As the first gear is engaged, the second gear on the other shaft is selected and is ready to be engaged. As the vehicle gains speed, the second gear is needed, the clutch is engaged..

The video explains how to manage and take care of some special things while driving a DSG transmission car in following situations.

  • Why DSG
  • Avoid Neutral in Signal
  • Braking on inclined surface
  • Driving in Bumper to Bumper Traffic
  • Parking on Transmission
  • Improper Upshifting and Downshifting
  • Improper Launching
  • Avoid Coasting in Neutral
  • Slippage Condition
  • Overloading
  • Battery Replacement and Extended Warranty