Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Instrument overview
Fig. 12 Instrument cluster in the dash panel
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Descriptions of the instruments  :
Rev. counter (running engine speed in revolutions x 1,000 per minute).
The start of the red zone on the dial indicates the maximum engine speed that may be used in each gear when the engine is warm and after it has been run in properly. You should change up a gear or move the selector lever to D (or lift your foot off the accelerator) before the needle reaches the red zone  .
Coolant temperature display
  . 
Displays   . 
Reset, set and display button   .
Speedometer 
Fuel gauge   .
NOTICE
- When the engine is cold, avoid high engine speeds, driving at full throttle and overloading the engine.
- The needle on the rev counter should only briefly point into the red area., otherwise engine damage may be incurred.
Changing up a gear early will help to save fuel and minimise engine noise.
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Additional information and warnings:
Warning and indicator lamps  
Volkswagen information system  
Infota ...
Displays
Fig. 13 A: bonnet open, B: tailgate open,
C: front left door open, D: right rear door open (only in four-door vehicles)
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings†...
Other materials:
Description of battery charger -VAS 5095 A-
The battery charger -VAS 5095- is suitable for charging all
12V batteries supplied by Volkswagen.
The battery charger charges without peaks in amperage or
voltage. This will not adversely effect the onboard electronics.
The battery can r ...
Overview of fitting locations - operating and display unit, air conditioning
system with electric/manual controls
Note
A warning lamp in the instrument panel controls will
indicate that the selected function is active.
If the warning lamp does not light up after the
AC button is pressed, a fault may be
stored in the control ...
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Indicator lamps and fuel gauge  
→ Filling the tank with petrol, diesel or E85  
→ Things to note for diesel vehicles  
→ Capacities  
→ Checks when filling the tank  
The fuel c ...
