Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Warning and indicator lamps
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
| Lit up | Possible cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
 |
Diesel engine is preheating before starting. | . |
 |
Brake pedal not depressed. | Press the brake pedal to start the engine. |
Several warning and indicator lamps will light up briefly as a functional check when the ignition is switched on. They will switch off after a few seconds.
WARNING
- Never ignore any illuminated warning lamps or text messages.
- Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.
- If the vehicle is stationary or has to be parked for repairs, always park the vehicle at a safe distance from the road, switch on the hazard warning lights, switch off the engine and take other precautionary measures in order to warn traffic behind you.
NOTICE
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning and indicator lamps
→ Ignition lock
→ Starter button
→ Starting the engine
...
Ignition lock
Fig. 128 Positions of the vehicle key in
the ignition lock
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The steering lock can be activated when there is no vehicle
...
Other materials:
Overview of fitting locations – control units, front of LHD vehicles
1 -
Data bus diagnostic interface -J533-
Assembly overview
→ Chapter
2 -
Bracket
Assembly overview
→ Chapter
3 -
Onboard supply control unit -J519-
...
Test preparations, wheel alignment with driver assist systems
The following steps are required if one or more driver
assist systems on the vehicle are to be calibrated via the
“Quick-start” procedure (i.e. without first checking and
adjusting the wheel alignment):
Before driving the vehic ...
Continuation of checking pressures
Where vehicles have a restrictor and reservoir, check these
(with internally regulated air conditioning system compressor)
→ Chapter.
Where vehicles have an expansion valve and receiver, check
these (with internally regul ...