Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Vehicle identification data
→ Engine data→ Dimensions
→ Performance figuresThe vehicle data sticker in the service schedule or the vehicle registration documents show which engine is installed in your vehicle.
All data in the official vehicle documents take precedence over these data. All data in this manual apply to the basic German model. The figures may be different if additional equipment is fitted, for different models, for special vehicles and for other countries.
Additional information and warnings:
- Transporting
- Driving with respect for the environment
- Fuel
- Engine oil
- Engine coolant
- Wheels and tyres
- Consumer information
WARNING
Technical data
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Vehicle identification data
Fig. 19 A: Vehicle data sticker: example
shows a vehicle with engine code CPTA ③ B: Type plate
Fig. 20 Vehicle identification number
First read and observe the introductory information
and ...
Other materials:
Wheel change, wheel installation
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Preserving wheel centring seat
→ Chapter.
1 -
When fitting the wheel, pull in all wheel bolts uniformly by
hand.
2 -
Tighten wheel bolts in diagonal sequence to ...
Dimensions – lettering on rear lid, “R-Line”
Note
When fitting the lettering, observe the fitting notes
→ Anchor.
1 -
Lettering
Model designation
2 -
Height dimension
73 ± 1 mm, from upper edge of lettering to tail light.
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Notes on towing
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsTow rope or tow bar
It is easier and safer to tow a vehicle with a tow bar. Only use a tow rope if
you do not have a tow bar.
The tow rope should be slightly elastic to reduce the strain on both vehicles.
It is advisable ...