1. In this case, go to a suitably qualified workshop immediately and have the system checked. Volkswagen recommends using an
authorised Volkswagen repairer.
2. All brake pads should be checked and renewed as necessary.
If the braking performance of the vehicle changes
If the brake pads are worn or if you establish that the vehicle is no longer braking in the usual way, for example, in the event of a
sudden lengthening of the stopping distance:
1. In this case, go to a suitably qualified workshop immediately and have the system checked. Volkswagen recommends using an
authorised Volkswagen repairer.
2. All brake pads should be checked and renewed as necessary.
The immobiliser helps to prevent the engine from being started and driven with an unauthorised vehicle key.
Vehicles with starter button
The vehicle key contains a chip that automatically deactivates the immobiliser when a valid vehicle key is located in the vehicle interior.
The electronic immobiliser is automatically activated as soon as the ignition is switched off (→ Starter button).
The engine can be started only when a Volkswagen Genuine vehicle key with the correct code is used. Coded vehicle keys are
available from an authorised Volkswagen repairer.
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