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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2010GOLF (5K1) L5-2.5L (CBTA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRELAYS AND MODULESRELAYS AND MODULES - INSTRUMENT PANELSPEEDOMETER MODULETECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSINSTRUMENTS - ACTIVATING 2ND VEHICLE SPEED DISPLAY
2010 Volkswagen Golf (5K1) L5-2.5L (CBTA)
Instruments - Activating 2nd Vehicle Speed Display
2010 Volkswagen Golf (5K1) L5-2.5L (CBTA)SECTION Instruments - Activating 2nd Vehicle Speed Display
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January 28, 2010
2022590
Vehicle Information
Condition
Activating a Second Vehicle Speed Display on Instrument Cluster without Menu in Multifunction Display (MFD)
Technical Background
Vehicle speed can also be digitally displayed in "miles per hour" (mph) on the multi-function display. The owner's manual does not include this instruction.
Production Solution
Description included in owner's manual from week 12/2009.
Service
Activate the second vehicle speed display as follows:
1. Start the vehicle.
2. Press adjustment button A for clock three times, see illustration 1.
Tip:
When pressing the button the first time the hour display flashes (illustration. 2) when pressing the second time the minute display flashes (illustration. 3) and when pressing the third time the kilometer display flashes (illustration 4)
Tip:
When the kilometer display flashes, press reset button B to activate the second vehicle speed display. The display briefly appears in mph, and then switches to kilometers again. As the vehicle begins to move, the speed will display in mph instead of km. To switch OFF the second vehicle speed display, repeat point 1 to 3.
NOTE
In countries were the permanent display of the second speed is legally required, it cannot be switch OFF. For High-Line dash inserts (without menu in the MFD) follow the instructions of the owner's manual.
Warranty
Information only.
Required Parts and Tools
No Special Parts required.
No Special Tools required.
Additional Information
All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Dept. and Repair Manuals for the latest information.
January 28, 2010
2022590
Vehicle Information
Condition
Activating a Second Vehicle Speed Display on Instrument Cluster without Menu in Multifunction Display (MFD)
Technical Background
Vehicle speed can also be digitally displayed in "miles per hour" (mph) on the multi-function display. The owner's manual does not include this instruction.
Production Solution
Description included in owner's manual from week 12/2009.
Service
Activate the second vehicle speed display as follows:
1. Start the vehicle.
2. Press adjustment button A for clock three times, see illustration 1.
Tip:
When pressing the button the first time the hour display flashes (illustration. 2) when pressing the second time the minute display flashes (illustration. 3) and when pressing the third time the kilometer display flashes (illustration 4)
Tip:
When the kilometer display flashes, press reset button B to activate the second vehicle speed display. The display briefly appears in mph, and then switches to kilometers again. As the vehicle begins to move, the speed will display in mph instead of km. To switch OFF the second vehicle speed display, repeat point 1 to 3.
NOTE
In countries were the permanent display of the second speed is legally required, it cannot be switch OFF. For High-Line dash inserts (without menu in the MFD) follow the instructions of the owner's manual.
Warranty
Information only.
Required Parts and Tools
No Special Parts required.
No Special Tools required.
Additional Information
All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Dept. and Repair Manuals for the latest information.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.