Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: In an emergency

Frequently asked questions

If you suspect that there is a fault in the vehicle or if your vehicle has been damaged, read and observe the following information before contacting a Volkswagen dealership or qualified workshop. ...

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:  → Making you and your vehicle safe  → First aid kit, warning triangle and fire extinguisher Additional information and w ...

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Flat spots (from locking wheels)
Flat spots can result from an extreme brake application which causes the wheels to lock, so that the rubber is worn off at the contact patch between the tread and the road surface. As the tyres slide over the road surface, friction generates ...

Working on refrigerant circuit
Repairs requiring the opening of the refrigerant circuit must only be carried out by specially trained personnel. Notes on repairs to vehicles with air conditioning and on handling refrigerant can be found in ELSA under → Air c ...

Removing and installing support for luggage compartment floor, saloon
  Note Removal and installation are described for the left vehicle side. Follow same instructions for the right side as appropriate. Special tools and workshop equipment required     ...