warning lights VOLKSWAGEN E-GOLF 2019 Owner's Manual

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.
x Never ignore warning lights or text WARNINGS.
x Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
WARNING
Driving with bad brakes can cause a collision and serious personal injury.
x If the brake warning light "2!+% or H does not go out, or lights up when driving, either the brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low or there is a fault in the brake system. Stop the
vehicle as soon as you can do so safely and get expert assistance ⇒ Brake fluid.
x If the brake warning light "2!+% or H lights up at the same time as the ABS warning light !"3 or J, the ABS may not be working properly. This could cause the rear wheels to lock up rela-tively quickly during braking. Rear wheel brake lock-up can cause loss of vehicle control.
x If you believe the vehicle is safe to drive, drive slowly and very carefully to the nearest authorized Volkswagen dealer, authorized Volkswagen Service Facility, or other qualified workshop and have the brake system inspected. Avoid sudden hard braking and steering.
x If the ABS indicator light !"3 or J does not go out, or if it lights up while driving, the ABS system is not working properly. The vehicle can then be stopped only with the standard brakes (without ABS). You will not have the protection ABS provides. Contact your author-ized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility as soon as possible.
x If the brake pads are worn or you notice changes in the way the vehicle brakes, immedi-ately contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility to have the brake pads checked and, if necessary, replaced.
NOTICE
Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in vehicle damage.
Warning messages when leaving the vehicle

x The ignition is switched on.
x The vehicle is not drive-ready.
x The driver door is open.
Vehicles with Keyless Access
The crawling function is deactivated if the vehicle has been driven faster than 6 mph (10 km/h) and then comes to a stop. The electric drive is deactivated when the driver safety belt is unlocked and the driver door is opened. If no pedal is pressed, the ignition switches off automatically after about 30 seconds. To avoid unintentional discharge of the 12-volt vehicle battery the ignition is deactivated if the following conditions remain unchanged for about 2 minutes:
x The vehicle is standing still.
x No pedal is pressed.
x The driver safety belt is unlocked.
x The charge level of the 12-volt vehicle battery is low.
Once the ignition has been switched off automatically, the exterior lights remain lit when the light switch is set to AUTO and the charge level is sufficient.
WARNING
A vehicle that is left unattended when ready to drive can cause accidents and serious inju-ries.
x Never leave the vehicle unattended when it is ready to drive.
x Always switch the ignition off and move the selector lever for driving mode to position P, before leaving the vehicle.
x When parking or leaving the vehicle, always ensure that selector lever for driving mode is in position P and that the electric parking brake is switched on.
x When leaving the vehicle always ensure that all doors, windows, the tailgate and bonnet are completely closed and locked.
Electronic parking brake

Fig. 129 In the lower section of the center console: Electronic parking brake button.

Setting the electronic parking brake
You can engage the electronic parking brake any time the vehicle is not moving - even if the ignition is switched off. Always engage the parking brake when you leave or park the vehicle.
x Pull and hold the button ⇒ fig. 129.
x The parking brake is engaged when the indicator light G (arrow) in the button and in the instru-
ment cluster ⇒  Warning and indicator lights lights up.
Releasing the electronic parking brake
x Switch the ignition on.
x Press the button ⇒ fig. 129. At the same time, press the brake pedal firmly or press the accelerator pedal lightly if the electric motor is drive ready.
x The parking brake is released when the indicator light G (arrow) in the button and in the instru-
ment cluster ⇒  Warning and indicator lights goes out.
Releasing the electronic parking brake automatically when you start driving
The electronic parking brake releases automatically when you start driving if the driver's door is closed and the driver's safety belt is buckled.
Emergency braking function
Only use the emergency braking function in an emergency, when you cannot stop the vehicle using
the brake pedal ⇒  !
x Pull and hold the button ⇒ fig. 129 to brake the vehicle hard. An audio warning signal will sound at the same time.
x To stop the braking maneuver, release the button or press the accelerator pedal.
WARNING
Improper use of the electronic parking brake can cause accidents and severe injuries.
x Never use the parking brake to slow down the vehicle when it is moving, except in an emergency. Braking distance is much longer, since only the rear wheels are braked. Alwa ys use the foot brake.
x Never press the accelerator pedal when a selector lever position or gear is engaged and the electric motor is drive ready. The vehicle could begin moving, even if the electronic park-ing brake is set.
NOTICE
Even though the transmission is in Park (P), the vehicle may move a couple of inches (a few centimeters) forwards or backwards if you take your foot off the brake pedal after stopping the vehicle without first firmly setting the parking brake.
If the 12-volt vehicle battery is dead, the electronic parking brake cannot be released.
You may hear noises when setting or releasing the electronic parking brake.
If the electronic parking brake is not used for a while, an automatic system check will occasional-ly run when the vehicle is parked. This system check makes audible noises.

DANGER
High-voltage systems in the electric motor compartment and in other places on the vehicle can cause electrical shocks or even electrocution, severe burns, other serious injuries, and even death!
x Always assume that the high-voltage battery is fully charged and that all high-voltage components are live.
x Touching damaged orange high-voltage cables, the high-voltage battery or other parts of the high-voltage electrical system can cause fatal electric shock.
x The high-voltage system may also be active even when the ignition is switched off!
x Electrolyte fluid in the high-voltage battery will cause severe chemical burns. If electrolyte fluid contacts skin, thoroughly flush affected area with clean water for at least 15 minutes and then wash affected area with soap and water; medical attention is recommended.
x Never attempt to carry out any work on the high-voltage network, the high-voltage cables or the high-voltage battery.
x Never open, maintain or repair components or parts of the high-voltage network, and nev-er disconnect them from the network.
x Never damage, change or remove the orange high-voltage cables or disconnect them from the high-voltage network.
x Never open, modify or remove the cover of the high-voltage battery.
x Any work on the high-voltage system, or on systems which could be indirectly affected by it, must only be carried out by properly trained and qualified experts.
x Work in the vicinity of high-voltage components and high-voltage cables with machinery, sharp-edged tools or heat sources, for example, welding, soldering, hot air or thermal adhe-sives, may only be performed after the high-voltage components have been disconnected. Only properly qualified and trained specialist staff may work on the high voltage compo-nents.
x The Volkswagen standards and guidelines must be adhered to when carrying out any work on the high-voltage network or the high-voltage battery.
x During such work, keep the vehicle key safe and far enough away from the vehicle to pre-vent any risk of the ignition being accidentally switched on and the electrical system activat-ed (particularly in vehicles with Keyless Access).
x Any gasses emitted by or escaping from the high-voltage battery may be toxic or flamma-ble.
x Damage to the vehicle or to the high-voltage battery could lead to a leak of toxic gases, either immediately or at a later time. These emitted gases could also potentially cause a fire. If damage has been incurred, it is vital to then open the vehicle windows to allow any emitted gases to disperse. Do not inhale these gases.
x Never touch or inhale any liquids or gasses leaking from the high-voltage battery, espe-cially if the battery has been damaged.
x Remember to inform any attending emergency services that the vehicle is equipped with a high-voltage battery.
Warning and indicator lights

The current charge level of the high-voltage battery is displayed in the instrument cluster ⇒ fig. 133.
The current range is also shown on the instrument cluster display ⇒ fig. 9.
When the high-voltage battery is fully charged, the needle in the charge level display points to 1.
the charge level of the high-voltage battery has reached the “reserve range” (A) or the vehicle is driving in the reserve range, various indicator lights will light up in the instrument cluster and text
messages will appear in the instrument cluster display ⇒ fig. 9. Charge the high-voltage battery as soon as possible.
WARNING
Driving when the high-voltage battery charge level is too low can lead to stalling in traffic, collisions and serious personal injury.
x Always make sure that the high-voltage battery has enough charge to get where you are going and that the high-voltage battery can be charged when you get there.
Range of the high-voltage battery

Warning and indicator lights

NOTICE
Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in vehicle damage.
General information on charging the high-voltage battery

Fig. 134 On the rear right of the vehicle: High-voltage battery charge port. A: With cover on lower part (for AC charging only). B: Completely open socket for DC charging.

Control module display ⇒ fig. 136:
No. Display Meaning Proper re-
sponse
(4) Lights up
was detected by
the control unit.
The high-voltage
battery is not
being charged.
charging cable
from the 110 Volt
outlet and the
vehicle and plug
it back in.
- If necessary try
connecting the
cable to another
110 Volt outlet.
- Should the
error occur
again, have
charging cable
checked by a
qualified electri-
cal specialist. Go
to an authorized
Volkswagen
dealer or
Volkswagen
service facility for
assistance.

Enabling the charging process
After a successful self-test, press the button (1) to set the protection unit to ready and enable the charging process. The LED in the protection unit symbol (2) lights up green.
Ending the charging process
If you want to interrupt the high-voltage battery charging process before charging is completed, the charging process must be interrupted or ended on the vehicle
Checking the Ground Fault Circuit (GFI) of the 110 Volt outlet
The GFI should be checked once a month. Carry out this procedure with the charging cable connected to the 110 Volt outlet and the vehicle. The charging process has to be deactivated:
x Press the test button (3) on the control unit of the charging cable for at about 3 seconds.
x If the test was successful, the warning lights (1) and (2) will light up. Should these warning lights not light up or other lights should light up or flash, an error occurred while testing.
x After a successful test and if error occurred, you can start the charging process by pressing the rest button (6) for at least 3 seconds.

NOTICE
Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in vehicle damage.
If the cruise control is switched on when the ignition is switched off, it may be switched on auto-matically the next time the ignition is switched on, depending on vehicle equipment. No speed is stored for the cruise control.
The displays may vary depending on vehicle equipment.
Cruise control operation

Fig. 141 On the turn signal lever: Cruise control buttons and switches.

The indicator light in the  button ⇒ fig. 146 lights up and stays on as long as the feature is active.
Automatic activation
When the PDC is activated automatically, a mini PDC display appears on the left-hand side of the
screen ⇒ fig. 148.
Automatic activation of the PDC when driving slowly towards an obstacle located in front of the vehicle only works when the speed falls below about 6–9 mph (10–15 km/h) for the first time. If the PDC was switched off using the  button, performing one of the following actions with the ignition switched on can automatically reactivate the PDC:
x If the vehicle accelerates to a speed greater than 6–9 mph (10–15 km/h) and then drops below that speed again.
x OR: If the selector lever is moved to Park (P) and then out of that position again.
x OR: If automatic activation is turned off and on again in the Infotainment system.
Automatic activation of the mini PDC display can be turned on or off in the Infotainment system ⇒  Infotainment system.
When the box in the automatic activation function key is checked =, signal chimes sound from a distance of about 20 inches (50 cm) from the obstacle.
WARNING
Never rely completely on the PDC for information about people and objects that might be in the way of the vehicle and could be struck by the vehicle causing serious personal injury.
x The PDC sensors have blind spots where they cannot detect people or objects.
x Always watch for people, especially small children and animals, because the sensors may not always be able to detect them.
If you hear a long beep of about 3 seconds when you first turn PDC on or the indicator light in the button starts blinking, this means there is a malfunction in the Park Distance Control system. Switch off the Park Distance Control system with the button and have it immediately checked by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
PDC signal chimes and displays

Fig. 147 PDC display of the area surrounding the vehicle.