Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Indicator lamp
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
| Lit up | Possible cause | Solution |
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Engine management system fault (Electronic Power Control). | The engine should be checked by a qualified workshop as soon as possible. |
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Diesel engine is preheating before starting. | . |
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Fault in catalytic converter. | Decrease speed. Drive carefully to the next qualified workshop. The engine should be checked. |
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Diesel particulate filter has become saturated with soot. | Drive for approximately 15 minutes in 4th gear (manual
gearbox) or select D (automatic gearbox) at a speed of
at least 70 km/h (45 mph). Please observe any applicable speed limits . If the indicator lamp still does not go out, proceed to a qualified workshop. |
| Flashes | Possible cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
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Fault in engine management system (diesel engine). | The engine should be checked by a qualified workshop as soon as possible. |
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Misfiring, which damages the catalytic converter. | Decrease speed. Drive carefully to the next qualified workshop. The engine should be checked. |
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
- Follow driving recommendation only if visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions are suitable.
- Do not endanger other vehicles on the road.
NOTICE
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or 
are lit up,
fuel consumption may be higher and engine performance reduced.
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Indicator lamp
→ Catalytic converter
→ Diesel particulate filter
Additional information and war ...
Catalytic converter
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The catalytic converter is used for exhaust gas post-treatment
and helps to reduce exhaust emissions. To help ensure long- ...
Other materials:
Checking fuel pressure sender -G247-
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Vehicle diagnostic tester
Pressure sensor tester -VAS 6394-
Test instrument adapter/DSO (3-pin) -VA ...
Assembly overview - interior monitoring, RHD vehicles
1 -
Button for deactivating interior monitoring and vehicle inclination
sensor -E616-
Removing and installing
→ Chapter
2 -
Anti-theft alarm system sensor -G578-
Removing and installing
...
Trailer detector control unit -J345-
General description:
The trailer detector control unit -J345- detects a power
consumption of at least 5 W
→ Remark when “towing a trailer” and passes this information
to various control units via the CAN data bus.
...
