Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Component protection
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Some electronic components and control units are fitted with component protection as standard, e.g the radio or navigation system.
Component protection was developed as a protective mechanism in order to:
- Prevent any factory-fitted parts delivered with a vehicle from functioning fully if they have been installed into other vehicles (e.g. after theft),
- Prevent full function of components outside of the vehicle,
- Allow for legitimate installation or exchange of parts and control units by a professional in the case of service.
| Where | What appears: | Possible solution |
|---|---|---|
| The instrument cluster display | SAFE CP | Proceed to a qualified workshop. |
| Radio or navigation system display | Component protection: Infotainment system currently has limited availability. Switch on the ignition. | Switch on the ignition. If this does not deactivate component protection, seek professional assistance. |
Radio reception and aerials
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings For factory-fitted radio and navigation devices, the
aerial for radio reception can be installed in various locations in t ...
Volkswagen repair information
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and safety warnings Volkswagen Service information and official Volkswagen
repair information can be purchased from the following addresses:
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Other materials:
Absorbent glass mat battery
Maintenance-free battery with a contained electrolyte and no
colour indicator
Lead-acid battery where the electrolyte is contained within
a microscopic glass mat (AGM). The battery is sealed and fitted
with valves.
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Removing and installing cover cap, without lock cylinder
Note
The cover cap is installed when no lock cylinder is fitted.
Removing
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Assem ...
Overview of fitting locations - mobile online services
1 -
Radio/RNS -RX1-
2 -
Telephone microphone -R38-
Installed in front section of roof console
Removing and installing
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3 -
Control unit 1 for information electro ...
