Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Introduction
ProActive occupant protection on the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 is an assistance system that initiates protective action — tensioning belts, closing windows — in dangerous situations, but this introduction is clear about its limit: the system cannot prevent a collision from happening in the first place.
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Displays
→ DescriptionProActive occupant protection is an assistance system that initiates action to protect vehicle occupants in dangerous situations. However, the system cannot prevent a collision.
Additional information and warnings:
- Infotainment system
- Seat belts
- Driving Mode Selection
- Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts
WARNING
- Adapt your speed and distance from the vehicles ahead to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.
- Incorrect system activation can occur.
Questions & answers
Introduction — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
What pre-crash actions does Golf Mk7 ProActive Occupant Protection take?
It can tension the front seat belts, close windows and the sunroof, and pre-charge the brakes — all within a fraction of a second before an expected impact.
Can Golf Mk7 ProActive Occupant Protection trigger falsely?
In rare cases, yes. Hard braking near an obstacle or a false Front Assist reading can trigger precautionary belt tightening. This is a brief, harmless action.
Does Golf Mk7 ProActive Occupant Protection work without Front Assist?
ProActive Occupant Protection relies on sensor data from Front Assist and other systems. If those sensors are unavailable, its functionality is limited.
