Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Radar sensor
Fig. 174 In the front bumper: radar sensor
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings A radar sensor is fitted to the front bumper to monitor the traffic situation . Vehicles travelling ahead can thus be detected up to a distance of approximately 120 m.
The efficacy of the radar sensor can be impaired by contamination such as slush or snow, or by environmental conditions such as heavy rain or spray. In this case the area monitoring system (Front Assist) will not work. The instrument cluster display shows the message Front Assist: no sensor view!. Clean the radar sensors as required .
Front Assist will automatically be available again as soon as the radar sensor is no longer impaired. The message in the instrument cluster display goes out.
Strong reflected radiation of the radar signal, e.g. in multi-storey car parks, or when near metallic objects such as rails in the road or metal plates used in roadworks, can impair the function of Front Assist.
The area in front of and around the radar sensor must not be covered by objects such as stickers or auxiliary headlights, as this can impair the function of Front Assist.
Any structural modifications to the vehicle, e.g. lowering the vehicle or making alterations to the front end trim, can impair the function of Front Assist. Structural modifications should therefore only be carried out by a qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Incorrectly performed repairs to the front end of the vehicle can alter the position of the radar sensor and therefore impair the function of Front Assist. Repair work should therefore only be carried out by a qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
NOTICE
- The radar sensor could be moved if it is hit, for example in parking manoeuvres. Readjusting the sensor could impair the performance of the system or cause it to be switched off.
- Repair work on the radar sensor will require special knowledge and tools. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
- Remove snow with a brush, and remove ice preferably with a solvent-free de-icer spray.
Displays
Fig. 172 In the instrument cluster display:
distance warning display
Fig. 173 The display in the instrument
cluster: advance warning display
First read and observe the introductory information ...
Operating the area monitoring system (Front Assist)
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The area monitoring system (Front Assist) is automatically
active once the ignition is switched on .
The prior warni ...
Other materials:
Removing and installing retaining plate for manually operated or automatic
anti-dazzle interior mirror, without rain and light sensor -G397- and front
camera for driver assist systems -R242
Materials
Glass-metal adhesive kit “D 000 703 A1”
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Glass scraper (commercially available)
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...
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. ...
Brake lines
Repairing brake lines
The flanging tool for brake lines -VAS 6056- can be used to
flange brake lines with an outer pipe diameter of 5 mm without
damaging the coating. In certain cases, this allows sections of
brake lines to be renew ...
