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

Model: Volkswagen Volkswagen Various
Part: Checks and maintenance

Video tutorial

To remove the "Component Protection Active" message from Volkswagen displays, turn on the instrument cluster to ensure the central display powers up. Press and hold the MENU button located to its right to access the hidden menu. Select the options shown in the tutorial until you reach "CP_OFF": this will trigger a self-diagnosis, which will be indicated by a message once completed.

At this point, turn off the radio using the appropriate button, and you can turn it back on, noticing that the message has disappeared.


Updated on 30 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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