Volkswagen Golf GTI 2016, Owner'S Manual

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refilling. Spilling fluids onto hot parts of the engine or exhaust
system can cause a fire.
High voltage systems in the engine compartment can cause
electrical shocks or even electrocution, severe burns, other
serious injuries, and even death!
Never short-circuit the electrical system. Be especially careful
when using jumper cables. The vehicle's battery could
explode!
To reduce the risk of electrical shock and personal injury while
the engine is running or being started:
- Never touch ignition cables. Never touch other
components of the high voltage electronic ignition
system.
- Never touch the wiring of the HID – High Intensity
Discharge (Xenon) headlights.
Read and heed the important information and warnings on
cleaning the engine compartment → Cleaning the engine
compartment .
WARNING