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 The primary objective in the development of the new Golf was the reduction of vehicle weight while increasing the
demands on vehicle safety and comfort.

Based on the modular transverse matrix (MQB) in lightweight steel construction, the new Golf saves a significant
23 kg in the body structure while reducing material costs and production time. Compared to the previous model
and taking into account all subassemblies of the Golf 2013, a weight saving of up to 100 kg was possible
(depending on the equipment variant).

This self-study programme shows you the innovations in the Golf 2013 concerning the body and occupant
protection.

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 Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Body structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Body assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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 Introduction

The modular transverse matrix (MQB)

The body of the Golf 2013 is a completely new construction. The new modular strategy forms the basis of the floor.
The modular transverse matrix strategy was developed by Volkswagen Technical Development in Wolfsburg. This
modular transverse matrix forms the basis for future vehicle projects in the Volkswagen Group.

Sheet steel

High tensile strength <1000 MPa

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Inner side members

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Plenum chamber bulkhead

The Golf 2013 has a closed plenum chamber

bulkhead. It has been optimised thanks to the
geometry of the profiles and the lock-beading of the
surfaces. These beads improve the acoustic properties
and the rigidity. This means sheets are designed
thinner, and no heavy insulation mat is needed. 
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Rear cross member

To satisfy all crash and rigidity requirements, the cross member under the rear floor between the two wheel
housings is also ultra-high strength (hot-formed). At the transition from the front floor to the rear floor, the ultra-
high strength (hot-formed) rear cross member is the load-distributing function in the event of a side crash. 
The different plate thicknesses, customised using tailored rolled blank technology between min. 0.95 and max.
1.70 mm, ensures the deformation zones are at the right places and also results in a 2.0 kg weight reduction for this
component alone.
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 Body assembly

Front body
Front bumper with lock carrier
The lock carrier consists of 40% polymide glass-fibre reinforced plastic.

Two types of lock carrier are fitted. It has screw holes in the area of the radiator grille attachment for fastening the
grille in the event of a repair. The pedestrian protection carrier is riveted to the cross member. The holder for the
sensor for adaptive cruise control is bolted to the cross member. The lock carrier can be removed if needed.

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 Body assembly

Climate comfort windscreen

A climate comfort windscreen is optionally available
for the Golf 2013. A new feature is that the heat
insulation and a heating function are integrated into
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Panoramic tilting and sliding sunroof

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• Reflection of 92% of the thermal radiation
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Doors
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Door arrester
The convenience-optimized door arrester is a self-
contained component and is no longer integrated into
the lower door hinge. Up to the first locking step the
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must be removed and then the tailgate trim.

Depending on the equipment version, a reversing camera can be installed into the VW badge, which also serves
as an unlocking element. The water drain hose conveys water away from the unlocking element of the loadspace
floor.

The rear spoiler is integrated into the outer panel of the tailgate.

Rear spoiler

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Trailer towing coupling

The Golf 2013 has a trailer towing coupling with a A LED light is located next to the release handle in the
ball head that can be manually operated. A release trim of the lock carrier. It is lit green when the ball
handle for operation is located in the lock carrier trim. head is correctly engaged. The indicator lamp flashes
red if the ball head is released but not engaged.
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Dash panel and centre console

Depending on the equipment level, the decorative trim of the dash panel may or may not have chrome inserts.

Two versions of the centre console are available. The standard version has open storage compartments. 
The optional equipment has a centre armrest. Its compact construction offers a generous longitudinal adjustment of
100 mm and a, five-step height adjustment.

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 Folding function
The rear backrest is 60/40 foldable and together with the foldable front passenger seat offers high functionality
when transporting goods in conjunction with the luggage compartment. The inclination of the backrest when it is
folded has been significantly reduced compared to its predecessor. The result is a variable luggage compartment
floor that is a nearly flat loading surface. A load-through hatch is standard beginning with the Comfort equipment
level.

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• Side airbags, rear (optional) • Front belt force limiter
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Reversible belt tensioner

The reversible belt tensioners consist of a pyrotechnic
and an electric reversible belt tensioner as well as a
control unit. The control units are integrated into the
CAN data bus system.

When the corresponding information is available on

the data bus, the electric, reversible seat belt pre-
tensioners are actuated. The pyrotechnic belt
tensioners are triggered by the airbag control unit.

Two different levels of force are available:

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critical lateral and longitudinal dynamics
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 Occupant protection

Proactive occupant protection

The characteristic feature of this optional occupant protection system is that it links active and passive safety
elements together. It is based on using sensors of the driving dynamics control systems, e. g. ABS, ESP and Front
Assist. They are able to detect critical driving dynamics situations that have high crash potential.
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 Test your knowledge

Which answers are correct?

One or several of the given answers may be correct.

1. Which statement about weight reduction is correct?

❒ a) The body-in-white of the Golf 2013 is 23 kg lighter than the body-in-white of the Golf 2009.

❒ b) The modular transverse matrix is 23 kg lighter than the body of the Golf 2009.

❒ c) The body-in-white is up to 100 kg lighter than the body-in-white of the Golf 2009.

2. Which statement about the width variability of the modular transverse matrix is correct?

❒ a) The width variability is solely determined by the outer side members and the strut holders.

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 5. How is the front door window secured on the Golf 2013?

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these screws have to be removed through the assembly opening.

❒ b) The door window is riveted to the window regulator during assembly. For disassembly, 
these rivets have to be removed through the assembly opening.

❒ c) The door window is latched into place in the window regulator during assembly. To remove the window, 
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000.2812.77.20 Technical status 08/2013

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