Get Checking and filling -> Opening and closing the hood Guide for Volkswagen Atlas SUV First Generation (2018-2023)

WARNING

Unintentional vehicle movement while working on the vehicle can cause serious injuries.

Never work underneath the vehicle when it is not secured to prevent it from rolling. If working under the vehicle with the wheels touching the ﬂoor, the

vehicle must be on a level surface and the wheels must be secured.

If you must work underneath the vehicle, additionally support the vehicle securely with suitable stands. The vehicle jack is not sufﬁcient for this because it

could collapse, resulting in serious injuries.

The start-stop system must be manually deactivated.

WARNING

The high voltage in the electrical system can cause electric shocks, burns, serious injuries, and death.

Never short-circuit the electrical system. The 12 V vehicle battery could explode.

To reduce the risk of an electric shock and serious injuries, never touch the electrical wires for the ignition system while the engine is running or being

started.

Never touch the electrical wires and connections of the gas discharge lamps.

Preparing the vehicle for work in the engine compartment

Always perform the following activities in the speciﬁed sequence before all work in the engine compartment ⇒

1. Park the vehicle safely on level and stable ground.

2. Press and hold the brake pedal until the engine has stopped.

3. Set the electronic parking brake.

4. Move the selector lever into the position.

5. Stop the engine.

6. If necessary, remove the vehicle key from the vehicle and store it outside of the vehicle so that the vehicle does not start accidentally.

7. Let the engine cool down sufﬁciently.

8. Always keep other people away from the engine compartment.

9. Secure the vehicle against rolling away.

WARNING

Failing to follow these instructions, which are provided for your own safety, can cause accidents and serious injuries.

Always pursue the activities and follow the general safety precautions.

Opening and closing the hood

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Fig. 186 In the driver's side footwell: Release lever for the hood (general example).

Fig. 187 Above the radiator grille: Opening lever for the hood.

Opening the hood

1. Open the driver door and pull the release lever in the direction of the arrow ﬁg. 186.

The hood will pop open from the locking mechanism in the lock carrier ⇒

2. To open the hood fully, slightly lift the hood while pushing the actuating lever in the direction of the arrow ﬁg. 187.

The hood is held open by the gas-pressure strut.

Closing the hood

1. Push the hood down until you override the force of the gas-pressure strut.

2. Let the hood fall into the lock carrier catch from a height of approximately 8 inches (20 cm); do not press it down.

When the hood is closed correctly, it will be ﬂush with the surrounding sections of the vehicle body

If the hood is not closed correctly, lift the hood up and try to close it again.

⇒

If the hood is not correctly closed, an indicator will appear in the display of the Volkswagen Digital Cockpit. Once the hood is correctly closed, the indicator will turn

off.

WARNING

If the hood is not closed correctly, it could open suddenly while driving and block the view through the windshield. This can cause accidents and serious injuries.

After closing the hood, check that the catch is engaged correctly in the lock carrier.

If you realize while driving that the hood is not closed correctly, switch on the emergency ﬂashers, carefully apply the brakes, decelerate carefully, stop

immediately and close the hood.

Do not open or close the hood if any persons are in the closing range of the hood.

NOTICE

Opening and closing the hood incorrectly can cause damage to the hood and wiper arms.

Only open the hood when wiper mode is switched off and with the windshield wipers folded in.

Always fold the wiper arms against the windshield before driving.

Display

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Fig. 188 In the instrument cluster display: the hood is open or not closed correctly (general example).

An image in the instrument cluster display indicates if the hood is open or has not closed correctly ﬁg. 188.

Do not continue driving!

2. If necessary, lift the hood and close it again.

The image is also displayed when the ignition is switched off, and it disappears several seconds after the doors are closed and the vehicle is locked.

WARNING

Disregarding warning notiﬁcations could lead to breakdowns while driving, accidents, and serious injuries.

Never ignore warning notiﬁcations.

Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

The image may vary depending on the version of the instrument cluster.

Operating ﬂuids and operating equipment

All ﬂuids and operating equipment, such as engine coolant, engine oils and vehicle batteries, are continuously being developed. Have ﬂuids and operating

equipment replaced by suitably qualiﬁed professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service

Facility.

WARNING

Unsuitable ﬂuids and operating equipment as well as the incorrect use of them can cause serious injuries and poisoning.

Only store ﬂuids in their sealed original containers.

Never use empty food cans, bottles, or other containers to store ﬂuids, because someone could drink the ﬂuids by mistake.

Keep children away from all ﬂuids and operating equipment.

Always read and heed the information and warnings on the packaging for the ﬂuids.

When using products that emit harmful vapors, always work outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

WARNING

Fluids and some materials in the engine compartment are very ﬂammable and can cause ﬁres and serious injuries.

Never smoke near the engine compartment.

Never work near open ﬂames or sparks.

Never pour or spill ﬂuids on the engine. Fluids could ignite on hot engine components and cause injuries.

If work must be performed on the fuel system or electrical system, note the following:

Always disconnect the 12 V vehicle battery.

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