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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Introduction

This introduction lists everything the lights chapter of the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 manual covers — indicator lamps, the turn signal/main beam lever, switching lights on and off, lighting functions, Main Beam Assist, driving-abroad headlight settings, Coming Home/Leaving Home, headlight range control and interior lighting — as the map for the detailed pages ahead.

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

 → Indicator lamps  

 → Turn signal and main beam lever  

 → Switching lights on and off  

 → Lights and vision – functions  

 → Main beam assist  

 → Switching over headlights for driving abroad (travel mode)  

 → Coming Home and Leaving Home functions (orientation lighting)  

 → Headlight range control, instrument and switch lighting  

 → Interior and reading lights  

Observe any country-specific regulations when using vehicle lighting.

The driver is responsible for the correct headlight position and the correct headlight setting.

Additional information and warnings:

  • Exterior views  
  • Infotainment system  
  • Changing bulbs  

WARNING

Accidents and serious injuries can occur if roads are not sufficiently illuminated and other road users have difficulty seeing the vehicle, or cannot see it at all.
  • Always switch the dipped beam headlights on if it is dark, raining or visibility is poor.

WARNING

Setting headlights too high, and the incorrect use of the main beam, could distract and dazzle other road users. This can lead to accidents and serious injuries.
  • Always ensure that the headlights are adjusted correctly.
  • Never use the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users could be dazzled.

    Questions & answers

    Introduction — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

    What warning does the Golf Mk7 manual give about lighting while driving?
    Observe country-specific regulations — required lighting equipment varies. The manual also warns that incorrectly aimed or faulty headlights reduce your visibility and can dazzle other drivers.
    Does the Golf Mk7 automatically switch off the rear fog light when a trailer is connected?
    Yes. In vehicles with a factory-fitted towing bracket, the car's rear fog light switches off automatically when a trailer with rear fog lights is electrically connected.
    What related chapters link to the Golf Mk7 lights section?
    The manual links to exterior views (light locations), instruments (warning lamps), infotainment (light settings), changing bulbs, and the fuses chapter.
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