Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Side view
Fig. 1 is the labelled side profile of the Volkswagen Golf Mk7, keying every exterior fitting a driver is likely to ask about: the roof aerial, the fuel tank flap, the exterior door release lever, the exterior mirrors, an additional turn signal repeater, the sill surround lighting, and the front and rear jacking points used when changing a wheel. Cross-reference the numbered key against the diagram to locate a specific part before jumping to its dedicated how-to section.
Fig. 1 Overview of the driver side
Key for :
Roof aerial 
Tank flap 
Exterior door release lever 
Exterior mirrors
- Additional turn signal
- Surround lighting
Jacking points
Questions & answers
Side view — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
What features are highlighted in the Golf Mk7 side view diagram?
The numbered key identifies the roof aerial, tank flap, exterior door release lever, exterior mirrors with the additional turn signal, surround lighting and the jacking points used when lifting the car.
Where are the jacking points on the Golf Mk7?
The jacking points are marked on the side view diagram. They are reinforced sections of the sill, located behind the front wheel arch and in front of the rear wheel arch on each side.
Does the Golf Mk7 have surround lighting?
Surround lighting (puddle lights) is available as optional equipment. When fitted, the lights illuminate the ground beside the doors and are shown in the side view overview.
Where is the tank flap on the Golf Mk7?
The tank flap is on the rear right quarter panel, as shown in the side view. Press the rear edge of the flap to open it when the car is unlocked.
