NOTICE
If driving into the ditch at a right angle, the front wheels will fall in. The vehicle could bottom out, be damaged, and no longer be drivable. If this happens, it will
most likely be impossible to drive out of the ditch, even with all wheel drive.
After off-road driving
Refer to ⇒
and Safety precautions for driving off-road.
Checklist
Clean the vehicle.
Check the vehicle for damage.
Check the tires for damage and remove any thick dirt, stones, and foreign objects from the tread.
Inspect the vehicle underbody and remove any and all objects that are stuck in the brake system, wheels, suspensions, exhaust system and in the engine,
such as twigs, leaves, or pieces of wood ⇒
. If any damage or leaks are discovered, seek assistance from suitably qualified professionals. Volkswagen
recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Inspect the engine compartment for any contamination that may be impairing engine operation ⇒ Safety precautions for working in the engine compartment
WARNING
Any objects stuck under the vehicle underbody present a hazard. The vehicle underbody must always be inspected for stuck objects after every off-road trip.
Never drive the vehicle if objects are stuck on the underbody, in the brake system, in the wheels, in the suspension, in the exhaust system, or in the
engine.
Flammable materials, such as wet leaves, can ignite near hot vehicle components. A fire can increase the risk of serious injury.
Stuck objects can damage the fuel lines, brake system, seals, and other components on the chassis. This can cause accidents and loss of control of the
vehicle.
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