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Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

 → Stowing items of luggage  

 → Driving with an open tailgate  

 → Driving a loaded vehicle  

 → Vehicle-specific weight ratings  

Heavy objects must always be stowed securely in the luggage compartment and you must ensure that the rear seat backrests are securely engaged in the upright position. Always use suitable securing straps with the fastening rings to secure heavy items. Never exceed the vehicle's maximum payload. Both the payload and the distribution of the load in the vehicle will have an effect on the driving response and braking distance  .

Additional information and warnings:

WARNING

Objects that are not secured, or are secured incorrectly, can cause serious injuries in the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre or accident. This applies particularly if objects are struck by the airbag when activated and then flung through the vehicle interior. Please apply the following rules to reduce the risk of accidents:

WARNING

The vehicle handling and braking effect may alter significantly if large or heavy objects are being transported.
Driving notes
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Stowing items of luggage
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Always stow all items of luggage in the vehicle securely. Distribute items in the vehicle, on the roof and on the traile ...

Other materials:

Removing and installing backrest cover and backrest padding
Volkswagen R GmbH, optional equipment »R«   Note Removal and installation is described for the left seat. Apply the same instructions for removal and installation of right seat components as appropriate. ...

Removing and installing front footwell light -K269-, front passenger side
Removing     –  Using a flat screwdriver, press in locking lug -1- at point indicated by arrow -A-. –  Lever out footwell light -2-. –& ...

Programming sliding sunroof adjustment control unit -J245-
  Note   If a glass panel, motor or tilt mechanism have been renewed, adaption needs to be performed.   The anti-trap function is switched off during adaptation. Establishing reference points of slidin ...

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