2019 VOLKSWAGEN E-GOLF battery display

(3) Displays
(4) Reset, set, and display button
(5) Speedometer
(6) Charge level display
Displays the charge level of the high-voltage battery
Displays

Fig. 10 In the instrument cluster display: A: Open electric motor hood, B: Open rear hatch, C: Open front driver side door, D: Open rear passenger side door.

Display Function
Range -- mi
Estimated distance in miles (km) that the vehicle can
go with the battery charge level the way you are cur-
rently driving. Takes account of the current power
consumption, among other things.
Avg. consump-
tion
--.- mpkWh
Average power consumption in miles per Kilowatt
hours on trips per trip memories 1, 2, and 3 (toggle).
For the since start trip memory, the value is dis-
played once the vehicle has been driven about
330 feet (100 m). Until then, dashes appear instead of
a number. The value displayed is updated every se-
cond.
Consumption
--.- mpkWh
Current power consumption in miles per Kilowatt
hours while driving.
Speed warning
--- mph
When the set speed is exceeded, an acoustic warning
sounds and a visual message may also appear in the
instrument cluster display.
--- mph Digital display of the current vehicle speed.
Average speed
-- mph
Average speed on trips per trip memories 1, 2, and 3
(toggle). For the since start trip memory, the val-
ue is displayed once the vehicle has been driven
about 300 feet (100 m). The value displayed is updat-
ed every 5 seconds.
Distance ---
mi
Distance driven in miles (km) per trip memories 1, 2,
and 3 (toggle).

A driver message appears in the instrument cluster display if there is no remote control vehicle key inside the vehicle or if the system does not recognize the remote control vehicle key. The key may not be recognized, for example, if it is covered by something that interferes with the signal (such as a briefcase), or if the remote control vehicle key battery is weak. Electronic devices such as mobile phones can also interfere with the signal.
Dirt on the door handles that contains a lot of salt (especially in winter) can affect the way the
door handle sensors work. Cleaning the door handles can help with this problem ⇒ page 334, Exterior care and cleaning.
If the automatic transmission is not in Park (P) position, the electronic steering column lock will not lock and the vehicle will not lock via sensors in the front door handles or the remote control vehicle key.
Anti-theft alarm system

Switching the ignition on and off
x Briefly press the starter button once without operating the brake or clutch pedals ⇒ .
Emergency start feature
If an authorized remote control vehicle key is in the passenger compartment but the instrument cluster displays No key in range when you push the starter button, the remote control vehicle key battery is weak or dead. You can still start the electric motor using the Emergency start feature.
x Make sure the selector lever is in the Park (P) position.
x Hold the remote control vehicle key to the right of the steering column trim immediately after press-
ing the starter button ⇒ fig. 122.
x The ignition automatically switches on and the electric motor starts.
Emergency shut-off
If the electric motor does not switch off by briefly pressing the starter button, emergency shut-off is necessary:
x Press the starter button twice within 3 seconds or press and hold the button longer than 1 second
⇒  in Stopping the electric motor
x The electric motor switches off automatically.
If no authorized remote control vehicle key is identified in the passenger compartment after the electric motor has been switched off, the electric motor cannot be restarted. A related message is shown in the instrument cluster display.
WARNING
Unintended vehicle movement can cause serious personal injury.
x Do not depress the brake or clutch pedals when switching on the ignition, as the electric motor could otherwise be activated immediately.
WARNING
Improper use of vehicle keys can result in serious personal injury.
x Always take the key with you when you leave the vehicle. Children or unauthorized per-sons may use it to lock the vehicle, start the electric motor, and operate vehicle systems such as the power windows, leading to serious personal injury.
x Never leave children, disabled persons, or anyone who cannot help themselves in the vehicle. The doors can be locked using the remote control vehicle key. This could result in people being trapped in the vehicle in an emergency. For example, depending on the time of year, people trapped in the vehicle can be exposed to very high or very low temperatures.
x Heat buildup in the passenger and luggage compartment of a parked vehicle can result in temperatures in the vehicle that are much higher than the outside temperatures, particularly in summer. Temperatures can quickly reach levels that can cause unconsciousness and death, particularly to small children.
If the ignition is switched on or the electric motor is activated and the driver door is opened, a chime sounds. The chime is also a reminder to switch off the electric motor and turn off the ignition before leaving and locking the vehicle from the outside.

Lights up Warning text in the
instrument cluster
display
Proper response
- Please charge
battery! Limited
conv. funct.
The remaining range is
just a few miles. The
power is reduced and,
if necessary, electrical
consumers are shut
down. The Eco driving
profile is activated.
Charge the high-
voltage battery as soon
as possible
- Battery almost
drained! Limited
function.
The vehicle can only
be driven with limited
power in reserve mode.
The Eco+ driving pro-
file is activated. Charge
the high-voltage battery
as soon as possible

the battery fluid coming in contact with skin and eyes. If skin or eyes come into contact with bat-tery fluid, rinse the affected areas with clean flowing water for at least 15 minutes and see a doctor immediately.
(3) The high-voltage battery can burn. The high-voltage battery should never be exposed to fire, sparks or naked flames. Always handle the high-voltage battery with care to prevent damage and fluid leaks.
(4) Always keep children away from the high-voltage battery.
(5) You will find further information and warnings in the Owner's Manual and in the workshop manual.
(6) Never remove the cover from the high-voltage battery nor disassemble the high-voltage battery.
(7) Have maintenance work on the high-voltage battery performed only by properly qualified and
trained specialist staff ⇒ . Never make try to modify the high-voltage battery. The opened high-voltage battery should not come into contact with water or other liquids. Liquids can cause short-circuits, electric shocks and burns.
WARNING
Working on the high-voltage battery can cause severe chemical burns, explosions or life-endangering electric shocks.
x Any necessary work should only be carried out by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility .
WARNING
Damage to the high-voltage battery can cause liquids and gases to leak. Harmful substances can then leak and cause injuries. The emitted gases could also potentially cause a fire.
x Do not touch any fluid that leaks out from the high-voltage battery as it can cause chemi-cal burns.
x Call the fire department in the event of a fire. Inform the fire department that the vehicle has an electric drive and high-voltage components.
x Leave the hazard area.
x If you think that the high-voltage battery has been damaged, have the high-voltage battery checked by properly qualified and trained specialist staff.
Charge level display

Fig. 133 In the instrument cluster: Charge level display for high-voltage battery

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

Control module display ⇒ fig. 136:
No. Display Meaning Proper re-
sponse
(5) Flashes
is connected to
the vehicle.
High-voltage
battery is being
charged.
(1) (4)
Flashes
The charging
cable is con-
nected to an
outlet without a
Ground Fault
Circuit (GFI).
The high-voltage
battery is not
being charged.
Connect charg-
ing cable to a
110 Volt outlet
with a Ground
Fault Circuit
(GFI).
Lights up
Charging cable
is connected to a
110 Volt outlet,
but an error was
detected by the
control module.
The high-voltage
battery is not
being charged.
Disconnect the
charging cable
from the 110 Volt
outlet and plug it
back in. If the
error comes
back again, get
expert assis-
tance from a
qualified electri-
cal installation
specialist.