Volkswagen Golf GTI 2016, Owner'S Manual

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seconds.
The following table explains what to do if the engine coolant
temperature warning light does not go out a few seconds after
the engine is started or starts flashing while driving.
Flashes
a)
Temperature
gauge
needle
→ Fig. 192
Possible cause Proper response
Ⓒ
Warning zone
Engine coolant
temperature too high.
Stop!
Pull off the road and stop as soon
as you can do so safely. Stop the
engine and let it cool down until
the temperature needle is in the
normal range again. Check the
engine coolant level and add
engine coolant if needed
→ Checking engine coolant level
and topping off .
If the engine coolant level is
correct or the problem continues
after adding coolant and driving a
short distance, do not drive any
farther. Contact the nearest
authorized Volkswagen dealer or
authorized Volkswagen Service
Facility.
If the coolant level is correct, the