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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Service & Repair Manual: Safety precautions when working on vehicles with a Start/Stop system

WARNING: injury hazard from automatic engine start on Start/Stop-equipped Volkswagen Golf Mk7 models — this page gives the required precautions before DSG gearbox work.

During work on vehicles with Start/Stop system, observe the following:
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Injury hazard as a result of automatic engine start in vehicles with Start/Stop system
In vehicles with the Start/Stop system activated (identifiable by an indication in the dash panel insert) the engine can start automatically if required.
When working on the vehicle, always make sure that the Start/Stop system is deactivated (switch off the ignition; switch the ignition on again if necessary).

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    Safety precautions when working on vehicles with a Start/Stop system — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

    Why is Start/Stop a concern during Golf Mk7 DSG work?
    The engine can restart automatically. Disable Start/Stop via diagnostics or disconnect the battery before working on the gearbox.
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