Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Switching over headlights for driving abroad (travel mode)
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
If you have to drive a right-hand drive vehicle in a left-hand drive country, or vice versa, the asymmetric dipped beam headlights may dazzle oncoming traffic with xenon headlights. Therefore, the headlights must be switched over if you are driving abroad.
The headlight orientation can be adjusted using the
button and the 
and
Light function buttons in the infotainment system .
A qualified workshop can provide you with further information. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Using travel mode is only reliable, if used for a short period. Please contact a qualified workshop for a permanent alteration. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
The function of the dynamic bend lighting and automatic main beam assist is deactivated once the travel mode is activated , .
Main beam assist
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Main beam assist (Light Assist)
Within the limits of the system, the main beam assist automatically switches
the main be ...
Coming Home and Leaving Home functions (orientation lighting)
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The Coming Home function is switched on manually. However,
the Leaving Home function is controlled automatically by a twil ...
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gearboxes allocated to the respective engines.
Deviations from this are specially indicated in the table.
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Removing and installing turn signal
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1783-
Note
Removal and installation are described for the left side.
Removal and insta ...
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 ...