NOTICE
The chemical components contained in water that is not distilled can cause considerable corrosion damage in the engine. This can cause engine malfunctions.
Only use distilled water for refilling the system!
If water that is not distilled is added, have the fluid in the cooling system changed immediately by a qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends
contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
NOTICE
The use of incorrect fluids can cause serious malfunctions and damage to the engine.
When topping up fluids, make sure the correct fluids are added to the correct reservoirs.
Troubleshooting
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
Safety precautions for working in the engine compartment .
Engine coolant
The red warning light blinks. The coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level is too low.
Do not continue driving! Engine damage could result.
1. Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so ⇒ Parking.
2. Stop the engine.
3. Allow the engine to cool.
4. Check the engine coolant level on the Coolant expansion tank ⇒ Checking and filling engine coolant .
5. If the warning light does not turn off, do not continue driving or let the engine run, even if the engine coolant is at the correct level.
6. Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.
Brake fluid
Introduction
Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air over the course of time. Too much water in the brake fluid causes damage to the brake system. Water lowers the boiling
point of the brake fluid. If the water content in the brake fluid is too high, vapor lock may form in the brake system during heavy braking and full braking. Vapor lock
reduces the braking efficiency, increases the braking distance considerably, and can lead to a total failure of the brake system. Your own safety and the safety of
others on the road depends on your brake system functioning correctly at all times.
WARNING
Brake fluid is poisonous.
To reduce the risk of poisoning, never store brake fluid in beverage containers or other containers. A person could mistakenly drink from the container,
even if the container is marked.
Always store brake fluid in the sealed original container and keep it out of the reach of children.
NOTICE
Spilled or leaking brake fluid damages vehicle paint and tires.
Immediately wipe up any spilled or leaking brake fluid that comes into contact with vehicle components.
Brake fluid can pollute the environment. Collect spilled brake fluid and dispose of it correctly.
Brake fluid specifications
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
Safety precautions for working in the engine compartment .
Volkswagen has developed a special brake fluid that is optimized for the vehicle's brake system. For optimum performance of the brake system, Volkswagen
recommends only using brake fluid that complies with the “VW standard 501 14”.
Before using brake fluid, check that the brake fluid specification on the bottle matches the vehicle requirements.
Brake fluid that complies with the VW standard 501 14 can be obtained from an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
If brake fluid that meets this specification is not available and another high-quality brake fluid must therefore be used, brake fluid that complies with the specification
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