Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Introduction
This introduction lists what the instruments chapter of the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 manual covers: the warning and indicator lamps, the Volkswagen information system, the infotainment system, the selected-gear display on automatic-gearbox cars, and where to find service-interval information in the service schedule booklet. A safety warning also reminds drivers that reading displays or changing settings must never distract from driving safely.
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Additional information and warnings:
- Warning and indicator lamps
- Volkswagen information system
- Infotainment system
- Selected gear display (for vehicles with an automatic gearbox)
- Information on service intervals ⇒ BookletService schedule,
WARNING
- Never press the buttons on the instrument cluster while the vehicle is in motion.
Questions & answers
Introduction — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
What topics does this introduction to the Golf Mk7 instruments cover?
It introduces the instrument cluster, lists the related chapters (warning lamps, information system, infotainment, gear display) and warns against pressing buttons on the cluster while driving.
Why does the manual warn not to press instrument cluster buttons while driving the Golf Mk7?
Pressing buttons while driving diverts your attention from the road. The manual advises adjusting instrument settings only when the vehicle is stationary.
Does the Golf Mk7 show the selected gear in the instrument cluster?
On cars with an automatic or DSG gearbox, the currently selected gear position (P, R, N, D, S or the Tiptronic gear number) is displayed in the instrument cluster.
