Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Electrical components

Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual / Running gear, axles, steering / Technical data / Repair instructions / Electrical components

At some point, you have probably received an electric shock when touching a metal object. This is due to the electrostatic charge accumulated by the human body. This charge can cause malfunctions if you touch the electric steering rack and steering column components.

–	Before working on electrical components, touch an earned object, such as a water pipe or a lifting platform. Do not directly touch connector contacts.

Electrical components

Nuts and bolts

Loosen and tighten bolts and securing nuts for covers and housings diagonally. Avoid canting particularly sensitive parts such as comtrol ...

Evaluating accident vehicles

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Other materials:

Run-flat tyres - general information
Tyres with run-flat properties have reinforced side walls when comparing them with normal tyres. This reduces the slippage of the side walls and prevents the tyre flanks sticking when the tyres are run deflated. This ensures the vehicle remains controlla ...

Overview of fitting locations – controls in centre console
Note The illustration shows fitting locations for LHD vehicles. Fitting locations for RHD vehicles are similar. 1 - Starter button -E378- Removing and installing → Chapter 2 - Switch mod ...

Overview of fitting locations – central locking
1 - Coupling station Fitting location: right A-pillar To separate connections, release bellows at pillar 2 - Onboard supply control unit -J519- Location: Under dash panel on driver side Removing → Electrical syste ...