various situations
on-board tools
On-Board Tool Kit Parts
Please note on
page 312.
,at the beginning of this chapter,
Introduction to the topic
The content of the on-board tool kit depends on the
country and the equipment. In some countries there
may also be a pressure gauge on the vehicle.
Listed below are all the
When marking the vehicle in the event of a breakdown,
please observe the legal provisions of the country in question.
WARNING
Tools that could be included.
If the on-board tools, the puncture repair kit and
the spare wheel or spare wheel are loose in the
vehicle, they could be thrown from the passenger
compartment in the event of braking, a sudden
maneuver or a crash. accident, and cause serious
injury.
Β· Always make sure that the on-board tools, the
puncture repair kit and the spare wheel, or the
emergency wheel, are always well secured in
the boot.
WARNING
The use of improper or damaged on-board tools
can cause an accident and injury.
Β· Never use inappropriate or damaged tools.
Fig. 211 Parts of the on-board tools (schematic
representation).
1 Screwdriver with hexagon socket in the handle
for unscrewing and screwing in previously
loosened wheel bolts. The screwdriver is of the
combined type. If necessary, it is located under
the wheel brace.
Location
Please note on
page 312.
,at the beginning of this chapter,
2 Anti-theft wheel bolt adapter Volkswagen
recommends always keeping the wheel bolt
adapter in the vehicle together with the on-board
tools. The code for the anti-theft wheel bolts is
engraved on the front of the adapter . With this
code it is possible to get a replacement adapter
in case of loss. Therefore, it is advisable to write
down this code and store it somewhere outside
the vehicle.
On-board tools can be housed in different places
in the vehicle, e.g. under the boot floor ΓΏ p. 287 or in
a trunk side storage compartment.
Depending on the equipment, the vehicle may have
a separate box with on-board tools in the boot.
These tools have been provided for a possible
change of winter tires and do not need to be
permanently carried on the vehicle.
3 Screw-in towing eye 4 Hook to
remove the hubcaps, central or integral, or the
caps of the wheel bolts.
After using the jack, return it to its original
position for safe storage.
5 Cat. Before storing, the jaw must be fully retracted.
6 Wheel wrench
7 Crank
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Jack maintenance In
WARNING
general, the jack does not need any type of
periodic maintenance.
To prevent damage to the front hood, windshield and
wiper arms: Β· Only raise the wiper arms once they
1. If necessary, lubricate with universal grease.
salt.
are in the service position.
Β· Before setting off, always place the wiper arms on
the windscreen.
wiper blades
service position
Cleaning and changing the wiper blades
In the service position, the wiper arms can be lifted
out of the windshield.
Factory-fitted wiper blades are coated with
graphite. This layer is responsible for the sweep on
the glass taking place silently. If the layer is damaged,
among other things, the noise will increase when
scanning on the glass.
Regularly check the condition of the wiper blades.
If the brushes slide with difficulty, change them
if they are damaged or clean them if they are dirty
ΓΏ .
If the wiper blades are damaged, replace them
immediately. Wiper blades can be purchased in
duly qualified specialized workshops. Volkswagen
recommends a Volkswagen dealer.
Fig. 212 Wiper in service position.
Cleaning the wiper blades In the
case of the windscreen wipers: Before raising the
wiper arms, place them in the service position ΓΏ p.
313.
Activate the service position with the wiper
lever
1. Close the front hood ΓΏ p. 334 and the driver and
passenger doors.
1. Raise the wiper arm, holding it only in the area
where the wiper blade is attached.
2. Switch the ignition on and off again.
3. Briefly press the wiper lever in the direction of
short wipe ΓΏ p. 125.
2. Clean the brushes carefully with a
wet sponge ΓΏ .
3. Rest the arms of the squeegee carefully on
the glass.
Raise the arms of the wiper from the windshield
1. Before raising the wiper arms, move them to the
service position ΓΏ .
2. Raise the wiper arm, holding it only in the area
where the wiper blade is attached.
3. Before setting off, place the wiper arms carefully
on the windscreen, grasping them only in the
area where the wiper blade is attached.
4. With the ignition on, short press
Move the wiper lever in the direction of the short
sweep so that the wiper arms return to their
starting position.
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