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Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

 → Indicator lamps  

 → Turn signal and main beam lever  

 → Switching lights on and off  

 → Lights and vision – functions  

 → Main beam assist  

 → Switching over headlights for driving abroad (travel mode)  

 → Coming Home and Leaving Home functions (orientation lighting)  

 → Headlight range control, instrument and switch lighting  

 → Interior and reading lights  

Observe any country-specific regulations when using vehicle lighting.

The driver is responsible for the correct headlight position and the correct headlight setting.

Additional information and warnings:

WARNING

Accidents and serious injuries can occur if roads are not sufficiently illuminated and other road users have difficulty seeing the vehicle, or cannot see it at all.

WARNING

Setting headlights too high, and the incorrect use of the main beam, could distract and dazzle other road users. This can lead to accidents and serious injuries.
Lights
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Indicator lamps
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings  Lit up Possible cause Solution Partial or complete fault in ...

Other materials:

Legislative conditions
The manufacturer is issued with a general operating permit (GTA in accordance with § 20 StVZO (German road traffic and licensing regulations) and EU operating permit) for the overall vehicle with all parts for specific conversions. Conv ...

Perform guarantee test
  WARNING It is not permissible to test or charge batteries whose colour indicator is light yellow. Do not slave/jump start the vehicle! Danger of explosion when checking and charging ...

Driving a loaded vehicle
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings For good vehicle handling when driving a loaded vehicle, please observe the following: Stow all items of luggage securely   . Accelerate carefully and gently. Avoid sudden braking and driving manoeuvres. ...

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