Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Stowing items of luggage
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Always stow all items of luggage in the vehicle securely.
- Distribute items in the vehicle, on the roof and on the trailer as evenly as possible.
- Place heavy objects as far forward in the luggage compartment as possible. Position the rear seat backrests securely in the upright position.
- Secure luggage in the luggage compartment to the fastening rings with suitable straps .
- Adjust the headlight range .
- Adjust the tyre pressure according to the vehicle load. Please read the tyre pressure sticker .
- In vehicles with a tyre monitoring display, set the new vehicle load level as necessary .
NOTICE
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Stowing items of luggage
→ Driving with an open tailgate
→ Driving a loaded vehicle
→ V ...
Driving with an open tailgate
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Driving with an open tailgate is particularly dangerous.
Ensure that the open tailgate and any objects are secured properl ...
Other materials:
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ The dangers of assuming an incorrect sitting position
→ Correct sitting position
→ Mechanical controls on the front seat
→ Electrical controls on the front seats
→ Adjusting ...
Fitting single wire seals
Note
Single wire seals prevent the ingress of moisture and dirt
in the contact housing. They are installed, for example, in the
engine compartment and must always be reinstalled following
repairs.
As standard, ...
Adjusting Bowden cable for backrest release mechanism
WARNING
Ensure backrest is locked in position (default
position), otherwise it can tilt forwards in an
uncontrolled manner.
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Remove backrest cover and backre ...
