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How to Remove the "Component Protection Active" Message on the Volkswagen Golf Display?

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

When the central display of the Volkswagen Golf shows the message "Component protection active", it indicates a general electronic problem that affects the proper functioning of the infotainment system: to reset this warning, connect a diagnostic tool to the vehicle's OBD port, located under the steering column. This will allow you to select the car model in question and proceed to clear the error that triggers the message; finally, disconnect the scanner and switch off the instrument cluster.

Updated on 23 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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