How to Turn Off the Radio in a Volkswagen Golf?
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To turn off the radio in a Volkswagen Golf: Press the power button on the radio to switch it off, or simply switch the audio source to Bluetooth or USB, which will also turn off the radio. The Golf is a compact car produced by Volkswagen, with dimensions of 4199mm in length, 1786mm in width, and 1479mm in height. The latest Golf model is equipped with three types of engines: a 1.6L naturally aspirated engine, a 1.2L turbocharged engine, and a 1.4L turbocharged engine. The 1.6L naturally aspirated engine delivers 110 horsepower and a maximum torque of 155 Nm; the 1.2L turbocharged engine has a maximum power output of 85 kW and a maximum torque of 200 Nm; the 1.4L turbocharged engine offers a maximum power of 110 kW and a maximum torque of 250 Nm.
When I first drove a Volkswagen Golf, I learned a trick to easily turn off the radio: just find the power button or volume knob on the center console and give it a light press—the sound will turn off immediately. If there are control buttons on the steering wheel, like one with a music symbol, pressing it can also turn it off. Actually, turning it off saves some power, especially when parked for a long time, preventing the battery from draining too quickly. I also noticed that sometimes the radio turns on automatically when starting the car. You can disable the 'auto-start' feature in the settings to avoid manually turning it off every time. The radio is useful for listening to broadcasts, but turning it off when not in use helps focus on driving. As a beginner, I developed this habit for safer driving. Different models operate similarly—older ones have physical buttons for direct pressing, while newer touchscreen models make menu operations easier, with no difficulty. Regularly cleaning the center console panel prevents dust from affecting button sensitivity, ensuring smoother operation when turning it off.
