Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Introduction

Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual / Before the journey / Opening and closing / Doors / Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

→ Warning lamp

→ Childproof lock

Additional information and warnings:

Vehicle key set

Instruments

Central locking system

Manual opening and closing

WARNING

Any door that is not properly closed could open suddenly while the vehicle is in motion. This could lead to severe injuries.

Stop as soon as possible and close the door.

Ensure that the door is properly closed and that the lock has engaged. The closed door must be flush with the surrounding body panels.

Doors should only be opened or closed when you are sure that nobody is in their path.

WARNING

Any door being held open by the door arrester could close unexpectedly in strong winds or if the vehicle is on a slope. This could lead to injuries.

Always keep a good grip on the handle when opening and closing doors.

Warning lamp

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Display Possible cause Solution Any or all vehicle doors ar ...

Other materials:

Removing and installing tail light
Note Removal and installation are described for the left side. Removal and installation on the right side are carried out in the same way. If the event of a defective LED, the entire tail light needs to be rene ...

Removing and installing swivel module position sensor -G474-/-G475-
Note Left swivel module position sensor -G474- and right swivel module position sensor -G475- are only fitted on gas discharge headlights. The swivel module position sensor is located in the headlight housing a ...

Cleaning the Interior
Frequently inspect and clean the interior to maintain its appearance and to prevent premature wear. If possible, immediately wipe up spills and remove marks. For general cleaning, wipe interior surfaces using a soft cloth (such as microfiber) dampened with a mixture of warm water and mild non-d ...