How to Check the Total Mileage on a Golf?
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The method to check the total mileage on a Golf is: After turning off the cruise control, you can see it at the very bottom of the LCD display on the dashboard. Taking the 2021 Golf as an example, it belongs to the compact car category, with body dimensions of: length 4296mm, width 1788mm, height 1471mm, a wheelbase of 2636mm, a fuel tank capacity of 51 liters, a trunk capacity of 380 liters, and a curb weight of 1310kg. The 2021 Golf is equipped with a 1.2T turbocharged engine, with a maximum horsepower of 116PS, a maximum power of 85kW, a maximum torque of 200Nm, and is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
Having driven the Golf for so many years, checking the total mileage is actually quite simple. Sit in the driver's seat without starting the car, just turn the key to the power-on position. At this time, there will be a number displayed slightly below the center of the dashboard, the one labeled 'ODO' is the total mileage. If it's a newer model with a digital instrument cluster, first press the menu button on the left side of the steering wheel to switch to the driving data interface to see it. To view the trip mileage or data after refueling, press the button at the top of the wiper stalk to switch, but be careful not to confuse them. If the numbers don't display, remember to check the fuse or the dashboard wiring. I've encountered cases where the contacts were oxidized—such issues require a trip to the repair shop to remove the dashboard for handling.
