Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Introduction
This introduction to the electric windows chapter of the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 covers opening and closing them electrically, the available functions and the roll-back safety feature — and carries a direct warning: improper or unsupervised use of the electric windows can cause injury, which is why the roll-back function exists in the first place.
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Opening or closing the windows electrically
→ Electric windows – functions→ Roll-back function for the electric windows
Additional information and warnings:
- Volkswagen information system
- Central locking system
- Infotainment system
WARNING
- The electric windows should only be opened or closed when you are sure that nobody is in their operating area.
- Never leave children or people requiring assistance alone in the vehicle when the vehicle is locked. The windows can no longer be opened in an emergency.
- Always take all vehicle keys with you every time you leave the vehicle. The windows can still be operated using the buttons several minutes after the ignition has been switched off, provided that the driver door and front passenger door are not opened.
- When transporting children on the rear bench seat, the rear electric windows should always be deactivated using the safety button so that they cannot be opened or closed.
NOTICE
Questions & answers
Introduction — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
What safety warnings apply to the Golf Mk7 electric windows?
The manual warns that improper or unsupervised use can cause serious injuries. Body parts or objects caught in a closing window can be crushed. Always watch when operating the windows.
Can the Golf Mk7 electric windows operate with the ignition off?
They continue to work for a few minutes after the ignition is switched off, provided no door is opened. Opening a door disables delayed window operation.
Where can I change the Golf Mk7 electric window settings?
Some settings, like convenience opening and closing from the key, can be adjusted in the infotainment system under Vehicle settings > Open and Close.
