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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Information stickers and plates

Safety certificates and information stickers are factory-fitted around the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 — in the engine compartment and on parts like the tank flap, front passenger sun visor and driver door pillar. This page explains what information each sticker carries and why they matter.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

Safety certificates, stickers and plates showing important vehicle operation information are factory-fitted in the engine compartment and on certain parts such as the tank flap, front passenger sun visor, the driver door pillar or in the luggage compartment floor.

  • Never remove or damage the safety certificates, stickers and plates. They must remain legible at all times.
  • If vehicle parts bearing safety certificates, stickers or plates are removed from the vehicle, replacement safety certificates, stickers or plates with the same information must be applied properly to the new parts by the qualified workshop.

Safety certificate

There is a safety certificate on the door pillar of the driver door which states that all necessary safety standards and specifications from the transport safety authorities of the particular country were met at the time of production. The month and year of production and the chassis number may also be listed.

High voltage warning sticker

There is a sticker near the bonnet lock showing a warning about the high voltage in the vehicle's electrical system. The vehicle's ignition system fulfils the requirements of standards that include Canadian standard ICES-002.

    Questions & answers

    Information stickers and plates — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

    What information is on the Golf Mk7 factory stickers?
    Safety certificates, tyre pressure values, fuel type, coolant specification, VIN, paint code and weight ratings — all fixed at specific locations around the vehicle.
    Can I replace a Golf Mk7 information sticker if it is damaged?
    Replacement stickers can be ordered from a Volkswagen dealer. Never drive without the tyre pressure or fuel type labels, as incorrect values can cause safety issues.
    Are the Golf Mk7 stickers the same in all markets?
    No. Sticker content and placement vary by country to comply with local regulations. If you import a car, the stickers may not match local requirements.
    Introduction
    This chapter contains information on the following subjects:  → Information stickers and plates    → Using the vehicle in other countries and continents    → Radio recepti ...

    Using the vehicle in other countries and continents
    First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings The vehicle has been manufactured specifically for a particular country and complies with the registration regulations tha ...