2013 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF Owners Manual

Lower center console

Fig. 8 Overview of the lower center console.
Key to fig. 8:
(1) Lever for:
– Manual transmission
– Automatic transmission
(2) Storage compartment
– with 12 Volt socket
(3) Cup holder in the center console
(4) Center armrest with storage compartment
(5) Parking brake lever
(6) Button for:
– Anti-slip regulation (ASR) m

Symbols on the roof console

Symbol Meaning
*  / s  Interior and reading lights
g c h ¯ Power sunroof
a
/ Three-button module ⇒ Booklet Mobile Phone Package.

Applicable only in the United States
Instrument cluster

Instrument explanations ⇒ fig. 11:
(1) Button for setting the instrument cluster clock1.
– With the ignition on, push the

Instrument explanations ⇒ fig. 12:
(1) Button for setting the instrument cluster clock2.
– With the ignition on, push the

x Warning and information texts
x Odometer displays
x Time
x Outside temperature
x Compass display
x Open door, engine hood, or rear hatch ⇒ fig. 13
x Selector lever position
x Multi-Function Indicator (MFI) and menus for different settings
x Service reminder display 22
x Alternative speed display (Settings menu)
Compass

Fig. 14 Compass zones.

x Select the compass zone according to the current location ⇒ fig. 14.
x Adjust and confirm compass zone (1-15) by using the arrow buttons.
Calibrating the compass
In order to calibrate the compass, you need a valid compass zone for the location and enough room to
drive in a circle.
x Switch on the ignition.
x Select the Settings menu followed by the Compass and Calibration menu items.
x Confirm the Please drive a full circle to calibrate message by pressing the OK
button on the multi-function steering wheel, and then drive in a complete circle at about 6 mph
(10 km/h).
During calibration, CAL is shown in the instrument cluster display. The calibration is complete when
the compass direction is displayed.
Service reminder display

Resetting the service reminder display
If the service was not performed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen
Service Facility, the service reminder can be reset as follows:

Vehicles with Premium text message display:
Select the Settings menu.
In the Service submenu, select the Reset menu item.
Confirm request by pressing the OK button on the multi-function steering
wheel.


Vehicles with Basic text message display:
Switch off the ignition.
Push the E