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Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: De-icing the door lock cylinders

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

Volkswagen recommends the use of genuine Volkswagen spray with lubricating and anti-corrosive properties to de-ice the lock cylinders.

NOTICE

Do not use lock de-icers containing substances that dissolve grease, as this can cause the door lock cylinder to rust.
Care of rubber seals
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings The rubber seals on the doors, windows etc. will seal better, remain flexible and last longer if they are treated at regul ...

Underseal
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings The underside of the vehicle is coated to protect it from corrosion and damage. The protective coating on the underside of ...

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Changing headlights over from driving on left to driving on right (gas discharge headlights with dynamic high beam control and LED daytime running light)
If a right-hand drive vehicle is driven in a left-hand drive country, or vice versa, the headlights must be converted. This is necessary in order to avoid dazzling oncoming traffic with the asymmetric low beam headlights.   Note ...

Assembly overview - brake pedal, RHD vehicles
  Note The handbrake pedal travel must not be restricted by additional floor coverings. Do not lubricate or grease the pivot pin. The pivot pin must remain dry. 1 -  Bolt 20 Nm 2 -  ...

Test prerequisites
Radiator and condenser must be clean (clean them if necessary). The V-belt for air conditioner compressor and alternator is correctly tensioned. All air ducts, covers and seals are OK and properly ...

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