Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Function and operation by the user
The Driver Alert System informs the driver if his or her driving shows signs of tiredness.
Additional information and warnings:
- Infotainment system
- Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts (information stored in the control units)
WARNING
- The driver is responsible at all times for their fitness to drive.
- Never drive a vehicle when you are tired.
- The system cannot always detect the driver's level of alertness. Observe the information in the section Function limitations .
- In certain situations, the system may wrongly interpret intentional driving manoeuvres as a lack of alertness from the driver.
- No urgent warning will be given in the event of the phenomenon known as microsleep.
- Follow the information in the instrument cluster display and respond according to the commands.
The Driver Alert System has been developed for use only while driving on highways and good roads.
If there is a system fault, proceed to a qualified workshop immediately to have the system checked.
Function and operation by the user
Fig. 179 In the instrument cluster display:
Driver Alert System
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The Driver Alert System determines the driving behaviour ...
Other materials:
Removing and installing control unit and hydraulic unit, LHD vehicles,
four-wheel drive, »R«
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1410-
Brake pedal depressor -V.A.G 1869/2-
Sealing plugs, assemb ...
Changing gear using Tiptronic
Fig. 138 Selector lever in Tiptronic position
(left-hand drive). The controls are mirrored for right-hand drive vehicles
Fig. 139 Steering wheel with two paddles
for Tiptronic
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Using Tiptronic, the gears can be shifte ...
Removing and installing poly V-belt pulley with freewheel, manufacturer:
Valeo
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Multipoint adapter -3400-
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1332-
...
