Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

 → Drink holders in the front centre console  

 → Drink holders in the rear centre armrest  

 → Drink holder in the rear side trim  

Bottle holder

Bottle holders are located in the open stowage areas of the driver and front passenger doors.

Additional information and warnings:

• Cleaning and caring for the interior  

WARNING

Incorrect use of the drink holders can cause injury.

• Do not place any hot drinks in a drink holder. Hot drinks in a drink holder could be spilled and cause scalding in any sudden braking manoeuvre or accident.

• Ensure that drink bottles or any other objects do not enter the driver footwell and obstruct the pedals while the vehicle is in motion.

• Never place heavy cups, food or any other heavy items in the drink holder. These heavy objects could be flung through the vehicle interior during an accident and cause serious injuries.

WARNING

Closed drink bottles can explode in the vehicle in extreme heat or crack in extremely cold temperatures.

• Never leave closed drink bottles in an extremely hot or extremely cold vehicle for extended periods.

NOTICE

Do not leave any open drinks in the drink holder while the vehicle is in motion. Drinks that are spilled, for example during braking, can damage the vehicle and the vehicle electric system.

The inserts for the drink holders can be removed for cleaning purposes.

Questions & answers

Introduction — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

What drink holder locations does the Golf Mk7 introduction list?

Front centre console, rear centre armrest, rear side trim (2-door models only), and bottle holders in the front door panels.

Does the Golf Mk7 manual warn about hot drinks in the cup holders?

Yes. Hot drinks can spill during sudden braking or cornering and cause burns. Use lids and never place uncovered hot drinks in the holders while driving.