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:
Safety measures when working with pyrotechnic components
Safety measures when working with
pyrotechnic components
Note
The following are pyrotechnic components:
Airbag units
Belt tensioner
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Removing and installing roof aerial -RX5-
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1783-
Note
Aerial wirings are directly plugged at the base of roof
aerial -RX5-.
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Using a child seat on the rear seats
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings When fitting a child seat to a rear seat, the position
of the front seat must be adjusted to ensure that the child has sufficient space.
Adjust the front seat according to the size of the child seat and child. Ensure
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