Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Introduction

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This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

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Observe any country-specific legislation when securing your vehicle in the event of a breakdown.

Additional information and warnings:

Preparation for working in the engine compartment

In an emergency

Changing a wheel

Breakdown set

WARNING

In the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre or accident, a loose vehicle tools container, breakdown set and spare wheel could be flung though the vehicle and cause severe injuries.

Always ensure that the vehicle toolkit, breakdown set and spare wheel or temporary spare wheel are secured in the luggage compartment.

WARNING

Unsuitable or damaged tools in the vehicle toolkit can lead to accidents and injuries.

Never work with unsuitable or damaged tools from the vehicle toolkit.

Stowage

Fig. 216 In the luggage compartment: variable luggage compartment floor folded up First read and observe the introductory information and safety warningsThe vehicle toolkit, spare wheel, tempora ...

Other materials:

Removing and installing cover cap, for lock cylinder
Removing and installing cover cap, for lock cylinder Note When removing lock cylinder cover cap, the screwdriver should not be turned and the screwdriver should not be used as a lever. The lock cylinder and cover cap for lock cylin ...

Seat heating
Fig. 53 In the centre console: buttons for the front seat heating First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings The seat cushions and backrests can be heated electrically when the ignition is switched on. Some seat versions have heated backrests. Do not switch o ...

Assembly overview - glove compartment
1 - Glove compartment Removing and installing → Chapter 2 - Damper element For glove compartment lid With glove compartment light switch -E26- Removing and installing → Chapter 3 -&nbs ...