Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Warning and indicator lamps
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
| Lit up | Possible cause | Solution |
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Engine oil level is too low. | Switch off the engine. Check the engine oil level . |
| Flashes | Possible cause | Solution |
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Engine oil pressure is too low. |  Do not drive
on! Switch off the engine. Check the engine oil level. – Do not drive on or remain at idling speed if the warning lamp is flashing, even if the engine oil level is correct. This could result in damage to the engine. Seek expert assistance. |
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Fault in the engine oil system. | Proceed to a qualified workshop. The engine oil sensor should be checked. |
WARNING
- Never ignore any illuminated warning lamps or text messages.
- Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.
NOTICE
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning and indicator lamps
→ Engine oil specification
→ Checking the engine oil level and refilling ...
Engine oil specification
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The engine oil used must correspond exactly to specifications.
The correct engine oil is important for the function and ser ...
Other materials:
Removing and installing wheel bearing unit, multi-link suspension,
four-wheel drive
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1332-
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1410-
Remov ...
Balancing wheel, balancing wheel with finish balancer
Note
Before working with a finish balancer, the mechanic needs to
have been instructed by the manufacturer of the balancer.
To balance the wheels, set the wheels of the driven axle on
the sensor platforms. On front-w ...
Removing and installing tank pressure sensor -G400
Removing
Note
The tank pressure sensor -G400- is located in the pressure
regulating valve on the activated charcoal filter
→ Chapter.
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Remove activated charcoal filter
→ ...
