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:

Notes on repairs to contact housings and connectors
Note Observe the general notes on repairs to the vehicle electrical system → Chapter. Allocation of the appropriate crimp contacts to the contact housings is by way of the part number stamped on the ...

Changing the bulb in the number plate light
Fig. 241 In the rear bumper: number plate light Fig. 242 Number plate light: removing the bulb holder First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings The actions should only be carried out in the specified order: 1. ...

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects: → Warning lamp → Preparing the vehicle for working in the engine compartment → Opening and closing the bonnet Always park the vehicle on a level and stable surface before carrying out any work in ...