Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Opening and closing the bonnet
Fig. 190 In the footwell on the driver side: lever for releasing the bonnet
Fig. 191 Release lever for opening the bonnet above the radiator grille
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Opening the bonnet
- Ensure that the windscreen wiper arms are positioned on the windscreen before opening the bonnet .
- Open the driver door and pull the release lever in the direction of the arrow . The bonnet is released from its lock by a spring mechanism .
- Lift the bonnet at the release lever (arrow) and open fully. The bonnet is held in the open position by the gas-filled strut.
Closing the bonnet
- To close the bonnet, pull it down to overcome the gas strut pressure .
- Let the bonnet drop into the catches from a height of about 30 cm – do not press it down!
If the bonnet is not closed, open it again and close it properly.
The bonnet sits flush with the body parts around it when it is closed properly. The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster will no longer be lit up .
WARNING
- After closing the bonnet, always check that it is properly secured. The bonnet must be flush with the surrounding body panels.
- If you notice that the bonnet is not closed properly while the vehicle is in motion, stop the vehicle as soon as possible and close the bonnet.
- Therefore the bonnet should only be opened or closed when you are sure that nobody is in its path.
NOTICE
- The bonnet should only be opened when the wiper arms are flush to the windscreen in order to avoid damage to the bonnet and the windscreen wiper arms.
- Always return the windscreen wiper arms to the windscreen before starting your journey.
Checklist
The following steps should always be carried out in the specified
order before working in the engine compartment :
Park the vehicle on a level and stable
surface.
Depress and hold t ...
Engine oil
...
Other materials:
Other stowage compartments
Fig. 117 In the luggage compartment: side
compartment
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Stowage areas in the luggage compartment
Additional stowage compartments are located in the sides of the luggage compartment.
The side walls can be removed by pull ...
Removing and installing wheel bearing unit, multi-link suspension,
front-wheel drive
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Fitting sleeve -3241/4-
Hub grease cap puller -VW 637/2-
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1332-
Tool insert -T10162 A-
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1410-
...
Checklist
The following actions must always be carried out in the given order
in preparation for filling a tyre :
If you get a flat tyre, park your vehicle
on a firm and level surface at a safe distance from the flow of traffic.
Switch on the electronic parking brake
Braking, stopping and ...
