1996 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF Owners Manual

The first
gine's fric tion is higher than when this break- in p rocess is done depends to a exten t on the
way the is drive n during the first (1
For the first
(1 k ilometers ):
as a
of thumb
avoi d towing a
Be sure to remember this during the first
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during the
From
can
Do not rev the engine up to high speeds
w hen it is This m iss ion is in N
engin e speeds -upshifting early saves fuel, reduces noise and protects the environment - se e also page 97.
Do not the engine Down shift
when the engine is no runn ing
After the break-in period
The maxim um engine speed is:
1
72 hp engine :
engine:
-see page 62.
E xcessive engine speeds are

Operate your
points before you drive off:
Adjust the mirrors
between
the engine hood and the windshield is free of leaves , snow and ice
for changing the
brake see page137.
Your personal
driving style as
Wear your safety belts, even if you are just driving in the city -
see page
passengers are
wearing their safety belts, even those sit­ting in the rear-see page
Passengers not wearing safety endan­
ge r not only themselves in case of an acci­dent, b ut also the driver and other
Adjust your seat so that you can easi­reach
Store luggage and light items prop­
panel -
s ee page 49.
on top of the roof-see page 93.
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drugs and certain seriously impair perception ,
reactions and driving ability, and
Do not drive if you are tired .
Make frequent rest stops , at least after every
two hours of driving.
Always adapt vehicle speed to traffic,
weather and road conditions.
R emember that especially on smooth ,
pend a great
Always observe the posted speed its.
Additional information regarding safety can
be found in the individ u
al chapte rs of this

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