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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: First aid kit, warning triangle and fire extinguisher

Fig. 208 shows the warning triangle holder inside the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 tailgate. This page also covers the high-visibility waistcoat compartment some models have in the driver door, and the correct procedure for deploying the warning triangle safely behind the vehicle.

Fig. 208 In the tailgate: holder for the warning triangle

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

High-visibility waistcoat

In some vehicles there is a stowage compartment for a high-visibility waistcoat in the driver door .

Warning triangle

With the tailgate open, open the catch by rotating it 90° in the direction of the arrow . Fold down the holder and remove the warning triangle.

First aid kit

You may find a first aid kit in a holder in the luggage compartment or under the luggage compartment floor.

The first aid kit must comply with legal requirements. Comply with the expiry dates of the contents.

Fire extinguisher

A fire extinguisher may be located in a holder in the footwell to the front of the front passenger seat.

The fire extinguisher must comply with the valid legal requirements. It must be fully functional and checked regularly. See the test certificate on the fire extinguisher.

WARNING

In the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeuvre or accident, loose objects could be flung though the vehicle and cause severe injuries.
  • Always secure the fire extinguisher, high-visibility waistcoat, first aid kit and warning triangle safely in the holders.

    Questions & answers

    First aid kit, warning triangle and fire extinguisher — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

    Where is the Golf Mk7 warning triangle stored?
    In a holder on the inside of the tailgate. Press the release clip to remove it and unfold it for use.
    Where is the Golf Mk7 high-visibility waistcoat?
    In a pocket in the driver door panel on equipped models. The manual stresses putting it on before leaving the vehicle so you are visible to traffic immediately.
    Does the Golf Mk7 first-aid kit have an expiry date?
    Yes. The contents have a use-by date printed on the kit. Replace expired items promptly to ensure the kit is effective when needed.
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