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Deactivating Traction Control on a Volkswagen E-UP

Model: Volkswagen Up MK 1 - Years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022

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Through this very short video guide, you can see the entire procedure necessary to deactivate the traction control on your Volkswagen E-UP. The operation is very simple to perform; first, turn on the vehicle's instrument panel without starting the engine, then activate the hazard lights.

Next, press the accelerator pedal five times.

After this, you will see the traction control warning light illuminate, indicating the successful completion of the operation. Once the vehicle is turned off and restarted, the traction control will automatically reactivate.


Updated on 13 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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