Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Warning and indicator lamps
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
| Lit up | Possible cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
  |
Electromechanical steering not functioning. | The steering should be checked by a qualified workshop as soon as possible. |
  |
Electromechanical steering function reduced. | The steering should be checked by a qualified workshop
as soon as possible. If the yellow warning lamp remains off after the ignition has been restarted and you have driven a short distance, you do not need to consult a qualified workshop. |
| The vehicle battery has been disconnected and reconnected. | Drive a short distance at a speed of 15 – 20 km/h (9 – 12 mph). |
| Flashes | Possible cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
|
|
Fault in the steering column lock. |  Do not drive
on! Seek expert assistance. |
|
|
Steering column twisted. | Turn the steering wheel back and forth. |
| Steering column is not unlocked/locked. | Switch the ignition off and then on again. Follow any
messages on the instrument cluster display. Do not continue your journey if the steering column remains locked when the ignition is switched on. Seek expert assistance. |
Several warning and indicator lamps will light up briefly as a functional check when the ignition is switched on. They will switch off after a few seconds.
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
→ Information on steering
The power steering is not hydraulic. It is an electromec ...
Information on steering
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The steering should be locked every time you leave the
vehicle to make it more difficult for the vehicle to be stolen.
E ...
Other materials:
Switch off the lane departure warning system in the following situations
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The lane departure warning system (Lane Assist) should
be switched off due to system limitations in the following situations:
When a high level of concentration is required by the driver.
Very sporty driving.
...
Storage, transportation and disposal of airbag, belt tensioner and battery
isolator units (pyrotechnic components)
Storage must comply with the relevant national legislation.
Transportation is subject to national and international
regulations that govern packaging, marking, labelling and
freight documentation in detail.
...
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Attaching the mounts and roof carrier
→ Loading the roof carrier
The roof of the vehicle has been designed for optimum aerodynamic effect. It
is therefore no longer possible to attach conventional roof carrie ...
