Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: SAFELOCK mechanism

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings 

Depending on the vehicle equipment level, the vehicle may have a SAFELOCK mechanism and anti-theft alarm   .

Function	Action
Locking the vehicle and activating the SAFELOCK mechanism.	Press the    button on the vehicle key once   .
Locking the vehicle without activating the SAFELOCK mechanism.	Press the    button on the vehicle key twice   .
	Press the sensor on the outside of the door handle for locking the Keyless Access locking and starting system twice   .
	Press the central locking button in the driver door once   .

The SAFELOCK mechanism deactivates the door opening levers if the vehicle has been locked. This makes it more difficult to break into the vehicle. The doors can no longer be opened from the inside  .

When the ignition is switched off, the instrument cluster display may inform you about the activated SAFELOCK mechanism (SAFELOCK).

Deactivating the SAFELOCK mechanism

The SAFELOCK mechanism can be deactivated in one of the following ways:

• Press the    button on the vehicle key twice.

• Press the sensor for locking the Keyless Access locking and starting system on the outside of the door handle twice   .

• Switch on the ignition.

• Press the starter button for the Keyless Access locking and starting system.

The following applies when the SAFELOCK mechanism is deactivated:

• The vehicle can be unlocked and opened from the inside using the door release lever.

• The anti-theft alarm is active.

• The interior monitoring system and anti-tow alarm are deactivated.

Indicator lamp in the driver door

WARNING

• Never leave anybody in the vehicle if the vehicle has been locked using the vehicle key. The doors can no longer be opened from the inside once the SAFELOCK mechanism is activated.

• Locked doors make it more difficult for emergency service personnel to gain access to the vehicle and provide assistance when needed. In an emergency, people locked inside the vehicle would not be able to leave the vehicle by unlocking the doors.