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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Waxing and polishing the vehicle

Know it's time to re-wax the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 when water no longer clearly beads and runs off the clean paintwork. This page explains why a good hard wax matters even with regular washing, and gives the correct waxing technique to protect the finish.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings 

Waxing

Waxing protects the paintwork. You will need to re-wax the vehicle with a good hard wax if water no longer clearly forms small drops and runs off the paintwork when it is clean.

Even if a wax solution is used regularly in the car wash, Volkswagen recommends protecting the paint with a coat of hard wax at least twice a year.

Polishing

Polishing is only necessary if the paint has lost its shine, and the gloss cannot be brought back by applying wax.

The car must be waxed after polishing if the polish used does not contain wax compounds to seal the paint.

NOTICE

  • In order to avoid damage, painted parts with a matt finish, plastic parts, headlight lenses and the tail lights should not be treated with polish or hard wax.
  • Do not polish the paint if the vehicle is in a sandy or dusty environment or if it is dirty.

    Questions & answers

    Waxing and polishing the vehicle — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

    When should I wax the Golf Mk7?
    When water no longer forms small beads and runs off the surface. This indicates the protective wax layer has worn away and needs renewing.
    Can I polish the Golf Mk7 to remove scratches?
    Light scratches in the clear coat can be reduced with a fine polishing compound. Deep scratches that reach the colour coat or primer need professional paint repair.
    Should I wax or polish the Golf Mk7 first?
    Polish first (to remove minor blemishes and oxidation), then wax (to seal and protect the surface). Wax without polishing seals dirt into the paint.
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