Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Braking, stopping and parking
The full braking chapter for the Volkswagen Golf Mk7: an introduction, the relevant warning and indicator lamps, the electronic parking brake, correct parking procedure, general information on the brakes themselves, the brake support systems (ABS, ESC, BAS, TCS, EDL), switching TCS/ESC on and off, and brake fluid.
- Introduction
- Warning and indicator lamps
- Electronic parking brake
- Parking
- Information on the brakes
- Brake support systems
- Switching TCS or TCS with ESC on and off
- Brake fluid
Questions & answers
Braking, stopping and parking — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
What does the Golf Mk7 braking and parking chapter cover?
Warning lamps, the electronic parking brake, parking procedure, information on brake wear and bedding in, brake support systems (ABS, ESC, BAS, TCS, EDL), switching TCS/ESC on and off, and brake fluid.
What brake support systems does the Golf Mk7 have?
ABS (anti-lock), ESC (electronic stability control), BAS (brake assist), TCS (traction control) and EDL (electronic differential lock). All work together to improve safety.
Does the Golf Mk7 have an electronic parking brake?
Yes. It replaces the traditional handbrake lever with a button in the centre console that electrically applies the rear brakes.
