Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Checklist
Are any technical modifications required for driving the vehicle abroad, e.g. switching the headlights over?
Are the necessary tools, diagnostic equipment and spare parts available for service and repair work?
Are there any Volkswagen dealerships in the destination country?
For petrol engines: is unleaded petrol with the correct octane number available?
For diesel engines: is diesel with a low sulphur level available?
Are the correct engine oil ( Engine oil Engine oil Engine compartment Engine oil_3 Oil see Engine oil_3 ) and other service fluids that comply with Volkswagen specifications available in the destination country?
Will the factory-fitted navigation system work with the navigation data available in the destination country?
Are special tyres necessary for travelling in the destination country?
In some countries, special safety standards and emissions-related legislation apply that may differ from the construction of the vehicle. Volkswagen recommends that you visit your Volkswagen dealership before travelling abroad to find out about any legal requirements and the following issues at your destination:
NOTICE
Driving abroad
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings ...
Driving through water on roads
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Please follow these rules to help prevent damage to your
vehicle when driving through water, for example if the road is fl ...
Other materials:
Interior monitoring system and anti-tow alarm
Fig. 32 Next to the driver seat: button
for switching off the interior monitoring system and anti-tow alarm
Fig. 33 In the roof console: sensors for
the interior monitoring system
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The interior monitoring system will ...
Checking child seat anchors after an accident
Points to check
Child seat anchors must be checked for damage and
deformation after an accident.
Child seat anchors welded to the body or the seats/backrests
or bolted in place may not be repaired or straightened.
...
Using the vehicle in other countries and continents
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The vehicle has been manufactured specifically for a
particular country and complies with the registration regulations that applied in
that country at the time of vehicle production.
If the vehicle is going to be sold ...