Volkswagen Golf Quiz
Before the journey

Warning lamp

In this manual: Before the journey
Overview of the vehicle — 32Before the journey — 185While driving — 137Cleaning and maintenance — 89If and when — 67
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings
Display Possible cause Solution
Any or all vehicle doors are open or not closed properly. Do not drive on!
Open the appropriate vehicle door and then close it again.

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.

A symbol in the instrument cluster display indicates that a vehicle door is open or not closed properly. This symbol is also visible when the ignition is switched off . The display will go out approximately 15 seconds after all doors have been closed and the vehicle has been locked.

The symbol can differ depending on the version of the instrument cluster.

Test yourself

A quick Volkswagen Golf quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.