Volkswagen Golf GTI 2016, Owner'S Manual

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The immobilizer helps to prevent the engine from being started and
driven with an unauthorized vehicle key.
There is a microchip inside the vehicle key. The chip deactivates
the immobilizer automatically when an authorized vehicle key is
inserted into the ignition switch or the starter button is pressed.
The electronic immobilizer is automatically activated when the
remote control vehicle key is pulled out of the ignition switch. On
vehicles with push-button start, the vehicle key must be outside the
vehicle → Unlocking or locking the vehicle with Keyless Access .
The engine can therefore only be started with an authorized and
correctly coded genuine Volkswagen vehicle key. Coded vehicle
keys are available from authorized Volkswagen dealers, authorized
Volkswagen Service Facilities, and from certain independent repair
facilities and locksmiths who are qualified to make these vehicle
keys → Vehicle key set .
If an unauthorized vehicle key is used, a message may appear in
the instrument cluster display. The vehicle cannot be operated with
this key.
A Declaration of Compliance with the United States FCC and
Industry Canada regulations is on → Declaration of Compliance,