Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Warning and indicator lamps
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
| Lit up | Possible cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
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Diesel engine is preheating before starting. | . |
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Brake pedal not depressed. | Press the brake pedal to start the engine. |
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.
- If the vehicle is stationary or has to be parked for repairs, always park the vehicle at a safe distance from the road, switch on the hazard warning lights, switch off the engine and take other precautionary measures in order to warn traffic behind you.
NOTICE
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning and indicator lamps
→ Ignition lock
→ Starter button
→ Starting the engine
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Ignition lock
Fig. 128 Positions of the vehicle key in
the ignition lock
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The steering lock can be activated when there is no vehicle
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Other materials:
Display and warning and indicator lamp
Fig. 163 In the instrument cluster display:
speed limiter status displays
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Speed limiter displays
Status :
The speed limiter is active. The last
stored speed is displayed in large digits.
The speed limiter i ...
The roll-back function for the electric panorama sliding/tilting roof
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The roll-back function can reduce the risk of crush injuries
when closing the electric panorama sliding/tilting roof . If the electric panorama
sliding/tilting roof cannot close because it is stiff or obstructed, it w ...
Assembly overview – high-level brake light, GTI, GTD and
»R«
1 -
Bolt
Specified torque 2 Nm
2 -
Brake light connector
3 -
High-level brake light
With high-level brake light bulb -M25-.
Removing and installing
→ Cha ...
