Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Running-in
→ Accessories and parts
→ Service fluids and consumables
→ Repairs and technical modifications
→ Repairs and faults in the airbag system
→ Retrofitting two-way radios
→ Information stored in the control units
→ Using a mobile telephone in the vehicle without a connection to the external
aerial
→ Vehicle lifting points
→ Rodent proofing
Additional information and warnings:
- Ashtray and cigarette lighter
- Braking, stopping and parking
- Reverse assist system (Rear Assist)
- Park assist system (Park Assist)
- Cruise Control System (CCS)
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
- Lane departure warning system (Lane Assist)
- ProActive occupant protection
- Preparation for working in the engine compartment
- Cleaning and caring for the vehicle exterior
- Cleaning and caring for the interior
- ⇒ BookletNavigation system,

WARNING
Unsuitable spare parts and accessories, incorrectly carried out work, modifications
and repairs can lead to damage to the vehicle and cause accidents and serious injuries.
- Volkswagen strongly recommends that you only use approved Volkswagen accessories
and Volkswagen Genuine Parts®. These parts and accessories have been
specially tested by Volkswagen for suitability, reliability and safety.
- Repairs and modifications to your vehicle should only be carried out by
a qualified workshop. Qualified workshops have the necessary tools, diagnostic
equipment, repair information and qualified personnel.
- Never fit parts to your vehicle that are in any way different from the factory-fitted
parts.
- Never secure or mount objects such as drink holders or telephone holders
on or next to the airbag covers or within the deployment zone of the airbag.
- Only use rim/tyre combinations that have been approved by Volkswagen for
your vehicle type.
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Please follow the regulations concerning running-in new
parts.
Running in a new engine
Any new engine has to be run in d ...
Other materials:
Brake lines
Repairing brake lines
The flanging tool for brake lines -VAS 6056- can be used to
flange brake lines with an outer pipe diameter of 5 mm without
damaging the coating. In certain cases, this allows sections of
brake lines to be renew ...
Warning lamp
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Lit up
Possible cause
Solution
Fault in the alternator.
Proceed to a qualified workshop. The electrical system
should be checked.
Switch off all elec ...
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Function and operation by the user
The Driver Alert System informs the driver if his or her driving shows signs
of tiredness.
Additional information and warnings:
Infotainment system
Accessories, modifica ...
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