VW Golf VII 7 SportWagen Variant owners manual page 362

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Vehicles with Keyless Access If the ignition will not start after reconnecting the vehicle battery, lock the vehicle from the outside and unlock it again ⇒ Unlocking or locking the vehicle with Keyless Access. Then try to start the ignition again. If the ignition cannot be switched on, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer, an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility, or another qualified workshop for assistance. Automatic electrical load deactivation If the vehicle battery drain is high, the intelligent onboard electrical system management automatically takes steps to help prevent battery drain. x The idle speed is increased so that the alternator provides more power. x The power to devices that consume a lot of electricity is cut back or switched off completely. x When the engine is started, the power supply to the 12 Volt sockets is temporarily interruptd.e The onboard electrical system management cannot always keep the battery from being drained. For example, the battery will drain if the engine is not running, but the ignition is switched on or the parking lights are left on for a long time when parked. What drains the vehicle battery? x Long periods when the engine is not running, especially when the ignition is on. x Using electrical systems or devices when the engine is switched off. x Leaving the vehicle unlocked for several days when not in use. x The selector lever is left for a long period of time in any position other than Par(Pk ) when the ignition is switched off ⇒ Automatic transmission: Selector lever. WARNING Failure to use the proper battery with proper mounting and connections may cause short circuits, fires, and serious personal injuries. x Always use only maintenance-free or cycle-free, leak-proof batteries with the same speci- fications and dimensions as the original equipment battery. Specifications are listed on the battery housing. WARNING When the vehicle battery is charged, it produces highly explosive hydrogen gas. x Charge vehicle batteries only in well-ventilated areas. x Never charge a frozen or thawed battery. A dead battery can freeze at temperature s around +32 °F (0 °C). x You must replace the vehicle battery if it was frozen. x Incorrectly connected cables can cause a short-circuit. First connect the positive caleb (+) and then the negative cable (-). NOTICE x Never disconnect the vehicle battery or connect 2 vehicle batteries to each other hewn the ignition is switched on or the engine is running. Doing this may damage the electrical system or electronic components. x Never use a vehicle battery that does not meet the specifications for the vehicle battery for your vehicle. Using the wrong battery can damage the electrical system or electronic compo- nents and cause electrical malfunctions.

owners manual VW Golf VII

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