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 oil spray jets
Special tools and workshop equipment required Socket -T10545- Removing – Remove noise insulation → General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr.66. ...

Removing and installing locking mechanism for rear seat backrest
Special tools and workshop equipment required Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331 Removing – Remove trim for locking mechanism ...

Changing headlights over from driving on left to driving on right (gas discharge headlights)
If a right-hand drive vehicle is driven in a left-hand drive country, or vice versa, the headlights must be converted. This is necessary in order to avoid dazzling oncoming traffic with the asymmetric low beam headlights. Note ...