Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Stowage compartment on the front passenger side

Fig. 113 Stowage compartment on the front passenger side

Fig. 114 Open stowage compartment on the front passenger side

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings 

Opening and closing the stowage compartment

If necessary, unlock the stowage compartment. The stowage compartment is locked when the key slot is vertical.

To open, pull up the opening lever  .

To close, push the cover up.

Vehicle wallet compartment

The stowage compartment on the front passenger side is intended for the vehicle wallet. The vehicle wallet should always be kept in this compartment.

Depending on the vehicle equipment level, you may find a separate vehicle wallet compartment in the upper region of the luggage compartment  .

Infotainment system devices, card readers

The upper area of the stowage compartment may contain infotainment system devices and card readers ⇒ BookletRadio, or ⇒ BookletNavigation system, .

Cooling the stowage compartment

A vent in the upper area of the stowage compartment   can be used to feed cooled air into the stowage compartment when the air conditioning is switched on. Turn the vents to open and close them.

Coin holder, mounting for glasses compartment

The stowage compartment cover may contain a coin holder and a mounting for a glasses compartment  .

WARNING

An open stowage compartment on the front passenger side can increase the risk of serious injury in the event of an accident or during sudden braking or driving manoeuvres.

• Always keep the stowage compartment closed while the vehicle is in motion.

NOTICE

In some vehicle models, the stowage compartment on the front passenger side contains apertures, for example behind the vehicle wallet compartment. Small items can fall through the apertures and become trapped behind the trim. This could cause unusual noises and damage to the vehicle. For this reason do not store small items in the stowage compartment.

Questions & answers

Stowage compartment on the front passenger side — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

How do I open the Golf Mk7 glove box?

Lift the release handle. If locked, use the vehicle key to unlock it first. The glove box light comes on automatically when it opens.

Can I lock the Golf Mk7 glove box?

Yes. Turn the vehicle key in the lock barrel on the glove box lid. This is useful for valet parking or if you leave the car unlocked temporarily.

Does the Golf Mk7 glove box have a cooling function?

On some models, cooled air from the ventilation system enters the glove box through an adjustable vent, keeping drinks or snacks cool.