Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Electrical components

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At some point, you have probably received an electric shock when touching a metal object. This is due to the electrostatic charge accumulated by the human body. This charge can cause malfunctions if you touch the electric steering rack and steering column components.

–	Before working on electrical components, touch an earned object, such as a water pipe or a lifting platform. Do not directly touch connector contacts.

Electrical components

Nuts and bolts

Loosen and tighten bolts and securing nuts for covers and housings diagonally. Avoid canting particularly sensitive parts such as comtrol ...

Evaluating accident vehicles

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Other materials:

Visual check
WARNING Danger of injury! Observe warning notices and safety regulations → Chapter! It is essential to visually inspect the external condition, to check th ...

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects: → Displays → Radar sensor → Operating the area monitoring system (Front Assist) → Temporarily switch off the area monitoring system (Front Assist) in the following situations � ...

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. ...