Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Checklist
Stop the vehicle at a safe distance away from moving traffic and on a suitable surface .
Switch on the hazard warning lights using the button .
Switch on the electronic parking brake Braking, stopping and parking Brakes Parking .
Select the neutral position or move the selector lever to P Changing gear Changing gear Automatic gearbox see Automatic gearbox_0 Automatic gearbox see Changing gear_0 Automatic gearbox Manual gearbox see Changing gear_0 Manual gearbox .
Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition Immobilizer display.
Ensure that all occupants exit the vehicle and proceed to a safe position away from moving traffic, e.g. behind the safety barrier.
Take all vehicle keys with you when you leave the vehicle.
Place the warning triangle in position to draw the attention of other road users to your vehicle.
Allow the engine to cool down and, if necessary, seek expert assistance.
To ensure your own safety and the safety of your passengers, observe the following actions in the specified order :
When the hazard warning lights are switched on, for example if the vehicle is being towed, a change in direction or lane change can still be indicated by operating the turn signal. The warning lights will be interrupted temporarily.
Switch on the hazard warning lights:
- When traffic ahead suddenly starts moving more slowly or you reach the tail end of a traffic jam, to will warn vehicles behind you.
- When there is an emergency.
- When the vehicle breaks down.
- When tow-starting or towing.
Always follow local regulations for the use of the hazard warning lights.
If the hazard warning lights are not working, use an alternative method of drawing attention to the broken-down vehicle. This method must comply with traffic legislation.
WARNING
- Always follow the instructions in the checklist and observe the general safety procedures.
WARNING
- Park the vehicle so that no part of the exhaust system can come into contact with any inflammable material underneath the vehicle, e.g. dry grass, fuel.
The vehicle battery will discharge if the hazard warning lights are left on over a long period of time – even when the ignition is switched off.
If you brake hard at speeds over approximately 80 km/h (50 mph), the brake lights will flash to warn the traffic behind. If you then continue to brake, the hazard warning lights will be switched on automatically at speeds under approximately 10 km/h (6 mph). The brake light will light up steadily. Once the vehicle starts to accelerate, the hazard warning lights will switch off again.
Making you and your vehicle safe
Fig. 207 In the middle of the dash panel:
hazard warning light button
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsObserve any legislation concerning the safety of brok ...
First aid kit, warning triangle and fire extinguisher
Fig. 208 In the tailgate: holder for the
warning triangle
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsHigh-visibility waistcoat
In some vehicles there is a stowage c ...
Other materials:
Assembly overview - flanging tool
The flanging tool for brake lines -VAS 6056- can be used to
flange brake lines with an outer pipe diameter of 5 mm without
damaging the coating. In certain cases, this allows sections of
brake lines to be renewed at less expense.
N ...
Checking shock absorbers when removed
Defective shock absorbers can be identified by loud rumbling
noises when driving, caused by wheel hopping, especially on bad
roads. Heavy fluid leakage is an additional visual indication.
Note
Shock absorbers are maintenance-fre ...
Parking using the Park Assist system
Fig. 158 Parking space detected. A: parallel
parking, B: perpendicular parking
Fig. 159 In the lower section of the centre
console: button for switching on the Park Assist system manually
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Preparation for parking
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