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Volkswagen Golf - Video tutorial

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf VI, MK 6, Golf 6, 5K1 - Years 2008-2012
Part: Checks and maintenance
Operation: How to deactivate the ESP of the Volkswagen Golf

Let's briefly see in this guide the instructions that will allow us to deactivate or activate the ESP control system of the Volkswagen Golf. First of all, we get into the car and start the engine; then we will find on the central console the button to activate and deactivate the ESP (when we see the button with the light, it means that the ESP is deactivated), as shown in the video. We remind you that deactivating the ESP compromises the safety and road holding of the vehicle; therefore, we recommend never deactivating the vehicle's stability control!


Posted on 26 October 2023 by ScegliAuto



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In order to replace the auxiliary battery of the Land Rover Evoque, it is necessary to go inside the passenger compartment and remove the panel which is positioned immediately under the glovebox. Once the screws that secure this panel have been loosened, it will be possible to access the components located in its rear part, including the auxiliary battery. The latter must be disconnected from its cables and the fixing screws must be loosened. The battery can then be replaced with a new one and the panel can be fixed again with its screws.

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