Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Component protection
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Some electronic components and control units are fitted with component protection as standard, e.g the radio or navigation system.
Component protection was developed as a protective mechanism in order to:
- Prevent any factory-fitted parts delivered with a vehicle from functioning fully if they have been installed into other vehicles (e.g. after theft),
- Prevent full function of components outside of the vehicle,
- Allow for legitimate installation or exchange of parts and control units by a professional in the case of service.
| Where | What appears: | Possible solution |
|---|---|---|
| The instrument cluster display | SAFE CP | Proceed to a qualified workshop. |
| Radio or navigation system display | Component protection: Infotainment system currently has limited availability. Switch on the ignition. | Switch on the ignition. If this does not deactivate component protection, seek professional assistance. |
Radio reception and aerials
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings For factory-fitted radio and navigation devices, the
aerial for radio reception can be installed in various locations in t ...
Volkswagen repair information
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Volkswagen Service information and official Volkswagen
repair information can be purchased from the following addresses:
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Other materials:
Removing and installing window slot outer seal
Removing
Note
The core of the window slot outer seal is a metal insert.
If it is bent or distorted, the window slot outer seal
cannot be straightened out anymore. It will remain “wavy ...
Assembly overview - gas discharge headlight with cornering light and LED
daytime running light
1 -
Headlight
Removing and installing
→ Chapter
2 -
Front turn signal bulb
Front left turn signal bulb -M5-
Front right turn signal bulb -M7-
Removing and installi ...
Removing and installing underbody covers – petrol/diesel
Note
The removal and installation procedures may have to be modified
slightly depending on engine fitted.
Removing
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Remove centre underbody panels
→ Chapter.
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Release retaining tab and pull out front co ...
