How to turn off the daytime running lights on the Golf 7?
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The daytime running lights on the Golf 7 cannot be turned off. Daytime running lights are lamps installed at the front of the vehicle to make it more easily recognizable during daytime driving. Taking the 2021 Golf 200t as an example, it is a compact 5-door, 5-seat hatchback with body dimensions of 4296mm in length, 1788mm in width, 1471mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2636mm. The 2021 Golf 200t is equipped with a 1.2T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum power of 85kW and a maximum torque of 200Nm. It adopts a front-wheel-drive layout, with a MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear suspension.
I previously researched this issue when driving a Golf 7. The daytime running lights are designed for safety and cannot be completely turned off with the factory settings. However, you can temporarily turn them off by operating the combination switch: after ignition, push down the light lever on the left side of the steering wheel, and the instrument panel will display the low beam icon. At this point, the daytime running lights will temporarily turn off. Note that the daytime running lights will automatically reactivate after the car is restarted, so this operation is suitable for short-term use. Some people also use a 5053 data cable to disable them by accessing hidden functions, but this may affect the annual inspection. Moreover, unauthorized circuit modifications could void the warranty in case of issues, so I don’t recommend non-professionals tinkering with such specialized equipment.
