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How to deactivate the electronic traction control in the Volkswagen Golf?

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf VII, MK 7, Golf 7 - Years 2012-2019
Part: Checks and maintenance

In this tutorial, we can see how to disable the electronic traction control in the Volkswagen Golf, an extremely simple and quick operation to be performed only when truly necessary and if you possess the required driving skills. First, let's go inside the cabin, then insert the key and start the vehicle. Next, we access the general menu on the display by pressing the appropriate button, enter "Settings," "ESC system," and select "ASR Off." The deactivation of the system is not permanent and will need to be repeated at the next start-up.

Posted on 17 January 2026 by ScegliAuto

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