Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Driving with respect for the environment

Brake fluid

Fig. 144 In the engine compartment: cap on the brake fluid container First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Brake fluid will gradually absorb water from the su ...

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:  → An economic driving style   → Driving in a fuel-efficient manner  Fuel consumption, environmental impact and wear ...

Other materials:

Removing and installing dash panel
Special tools and workshop equipment required       Torque wrench -V.A.G 1783- Removing –  Remove centre console → Chapter. ...

Engine preheating
Fig. 131 The front left of the bumper: connection for engine preheating ② First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings In engine preheating mode, the engine coolant is heated slowly using a heating element while the vehicle is stationary. To do so, the cables ...

Flat spots (from locking wheels)
Flat spots can result from an extreme brake application which causes the wheels to lock, so that the rubber is worn off at the contact patch between the tread and the road surface. As the tyres slide over the road surface, friction generates ...