If the bonnet is open or not closed properly, it is
indicated on the instrument panel display by a symbolic
representation ÿ fig. 236.
· If you use products that emit harmful vapors, always
work outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
WARNING
Do not continue the march!
Using the wrong operating fluids can cause serious
malfunctions and engine damage.
1. If necessary, raise the bonnet again and close it
again.
The display is also displayed with the ignition switched
off and goes out a few seconds after the vehicle has
been locked with the doors closed.
· When replenishing or changing operating fluids,
make sure you pour the correct liquids into the
correct fill ports.
Escaping operating fluids can pollute the
environment. If you go out to
WARNING
any operating liquid, collect it in an appropriate
container and dispose of it properly and in an
environmentally friendly manner.
Ignoring the displayed warnings could result in the
vehicle being stopped in traffic, and could result in
accidents and serious injuries.
· Never ignore warning signs.
· Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and
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window washer fluid
The symbolic representation may vary
depending on the version of the instrument panel.
cough.
Operating fluids and media
All operating fluids and media, such as engine
coolant or vehicle batteries, are subject to continuous
development. In the case of combustion engines, also
engine oils. For this reason, go to a duly qualified
specialized workshop when you have to change any
fluid or operating medium. Volkswagen recommends
a Volkswagen dealer.
Fig. 237 In the engine compartment: window washer
fluid tank cover.
WARNING
Check the level of the window washer fluid regularly
and top up if necessary.
Inappropriate or improperly used fluids and
operating media can cause serious accidents,
injuries, burns and poisoning.
There is a strainer in the window washer fluid tank
filler neck. When filling the tank, this sieve retains
large dirt particles from reaching the ejectors. Do not
remove the sieve except to clean it. If the strainer is
damaged or not fitted, these dirt particles could get
into the system during filling and clog the washer jets.
· Store operating fluids only in their original tightly
closed containers.
· Never store operating fluids in food cans, bottles or
other empty containers, as they could be
swallowed by someone.
1. Open the front hood ÿ p. 334.
Keep liquids and operating media out
out of the reach of children.
2. You can recognize the window washer fluid reservoir
by the symbol on the cover ÿ fig. 237.
Always read and take into account the information
and the warnings that appear on the containers
of the operating liquids.
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3. Check if there is still enough fluid in the reservoir.
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4. If replenishment is necessary, mix clean water (not distilled)
with an appropriate glass cleaning product ÿ in the correct
proportion, as indicated on the packaging.
· Engine oil is toxic, always keep it out of the reach of children.
· Store engine oil only in its original tightly closed container.
Also keep this in mind with used oil until it is disposed of.
5. When the outside temperature is low, also add a special
antifreeze liquid so that the water cannot freeze ÿ .
· Continuous contact with engine oil
can damage the skin. Wash areas of skin that have
The window washer fluid reservoir has a capacity of approx. 3 to
7.5 liters (3.1 to 7.9 quarts). depending on the vehicle and
equipment.
come into contact with oil thoroughly with soap and water.
· When the engine is running, engine oil is extremely hot and
can cause severe skin burns. Always wait for the engine
to cool down.
WARNING
Never mix coolant additives or similar unsuitable additives
with the windscreen washer fluid. Otherwise, an oily film may
form on the windscreen, making visibility considerably more
difficult.
Leaking or spilling engine oil can contaminate the
environment. If any operating fluid leaks out, please
collect it and dispose of it properly and in an environmentally
friendly manner.
WARNING
Never mix suitable cleaning products with others. Otherwise,
flocculation of the components could occur and clog the ejections.
engine oil standards
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Note and , on page 331, and , at the beginning of this
chapter, on page 336.
engine oil
Vehicles with engine oil sticker
If you have to add engine oil, use an oil that meets the
standard on the sticker ÿ fig. 238.
Introduction to the topic
Engine oils are adapted to the requirements of engines and
exhaust gas cleaning systems, as well as the quality of the fuel.
In all combustion engines, for technical design reasons, the oil
comes into contact with combustion residues and fuel, which
affects the aging of the oil. It is important for the function and life
of the engine to use the correct oil. The engine is supplied from
the factory with a special multigrade synthetic oil which can
generally be used all year round.
At the end of the chapter, in the troubleshooting section, you
will find information about warning and control lights that come on
ÿ p. 339.
Fig. 238 Sticker with the engine oil standard and its
viscosity (schematic representation).
WARNING
Improper handling of engine oil can cause severe burns and
1 Engine Oil Standard Information
other injuries.
nes.
2 Engine oil viscosity information
tor
· When carrying out work related to engine oil, always
wear eye protection.
The sticker with the specified engine oil standard is located on
the front of the compartment
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