Get Shifting -> Pedals Guide for Volkswagen Golf 4 Door Sixth Generation (2008-2017)

When the ignition is switched on, several warning and indicator lights come on briefly for a function

check. They go out after a few seconds.

WARNING

Failure to heed warning lights and instrument cluster text messages can cause the vehicle to

break down in traffic and result in a collision and serious personal injury.

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Never ignore warning lights or text WARNINGS.

Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

Whenever stalled or stopped for repair, move the vehicle a safe distance off the road, turn

on the emergency flashers, stop the engine, and use other warning devices to warn

approaching traffic.

NOTICE

Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in vehicle damage.

Pedals

Fig. 126 Pedals in vehicles with manual transmission: 1 Accelerator pedal, 2 Brake pedal, 3 Clutch pedal.

Fig. 127 Pedals in vehicles with automatic transmission: 1 Accelerator pedal, 2 Brake pedal.

ꢀ Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

All pedals must always be able to move freely in and out without interference from floor mats or other

things.

Only use floor mats that leave the pedal area free and are held securely in place with floor mat

fasteners to help prevent sliding.

If a brake circuit malfunctions, more brake pedal travel is needed to bring the vehicle to a full stop, and

it is important that nothing is in the way when you have to depress the brake pedal harder and farther

than normal.

WARNING

Objects in the driver footwell can prevent the pedals from moving freely. This can cause loss

of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injuries.

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Always make sure that nothing can interfere with the pedals.

Always fasten floor mats securely to the floor.

Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on top of already installed floor mats.

Always make sure that nothing can fall into the driver footwell while the vehicle is moving.

NOTICE

Always make sure that the pedals are able to move freely and that nothing can interfere with

them. If a brake circuit fails, more brake pedal travel will be needed to bring the vehicle to a

stop. The brake pedal must be pressed farther and harder than normal.

Manual transmission: Gearshift lever

Fig. 128 Gearshift pattern of a 5-speed manual transmission.

Shifting -> Pedals for Your Volkswagen Golf 4 Door Sixth Generation (2008-2017)