Get Checking and filling -> Washer fluid Guide for Volkswagen Atlas SUV Second Generation (2024-2025)

Always disconnect the 12 V vehicle battery.

Always have a fully-functioning, checked ﬁre extinguisher nearby.

Make sure that the vehicle is unlocked when the 12 V vehicle battery is disconnected. Otherwise, the anti-theft

alarm system will be activated.

WARNING

Fluids may be poisonous. Improper use and storage may cause serious or fatal injuries.

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 hood space are highly ﬂammable and may ignite on contact with hot surfaces, sparks, or

naked ﬂames. This can lead to a ﬁre and cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Never smoke near the hood space.

Never work near open ﬂames or sparks.

Never perform work near sources of heat, boilers, or other open ﬂames.

Never pour or spill ﬂuids on the engine.

Always have a fully-functioning, checked ﬁre extinguisher nearby.

NOTICE

The use of ﬂuids that do not correspond to the speciﬁcation can cause serious malfunctions and damage to the engine.

When topping up or changing ﬂuids, make sure that the ﬂuids correspond to the respective speciﬁcation.

Only ﬁll ﬂuids into the designated ﬁller openings.

Fluids leaking from the vehicle can cause environmental damage.

Regularly check the ground beneath the vehicle.

If you see spots of ﬂuid on the ground under the vehicle, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Volkswagen

dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen

dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Dispose of leaking ﬂuids according to legal and environmental regulations.

Washer ﬂuid

General information

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General information

The windshield washer ﬂuid reservoir is located in the hood space.

Fig. 170 In the hood space: Cap on the washer fluid reservoir (general example).

The washer ﬂuid reservoir is identiﬁed with the

symbol on the cap ﬁg. 170.

1. Check the washer ﬂuid level regularly and ﬁll if necessary.

Preparations

1. Prepare the vehicle for work in the hood space → page , In the hood space.

2. Open the hood.

Checking and reﬁlling

1. Check if there is enough washer ﬂuid in the reservoir.

2. To top it up, mix clean water with a suitable alcohol-based windshield cleaner. Follow the mixing instructions on the

packaging of the windshield cleaner ⇒

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3. When the outside temperatures are cold, an anti-freeze agent should be added to the water so that it does not freeze.

Follow the mixing instructions on the packaging of the anti-freeze agent.

There is a screen in the ﬁller tube in the windshield washer ﬂuid reservoir. The screen keeps large particles of contaminants

from entering the washer nozzles when you reﬁll the washer ﬂuid ⇒

Depending on the vehicle equipment and the vehicle, the washer ﬂuid reservoir ﬁlling quantity is approximately 3.0 to 6.0 l

(approximately 3.1 to 6.3 qt).

Do not use distilled water to fill the windshield washer fluid tank. This is the only way that the windscreen wiper washer

fluid level can be monitored.

WARNING

Unsuitable additives in the windshield washer ﬂuid can create an oily ﬁlm on the vehicle windshield. This may reduce

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visibility and increase the risk of accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Never add coolant additive or similar unsuitable additives to the windshield washer ﬂuid.

NOTICE

Using a cleaning agent that contains acid may result in damage and cause the spray nozzles to malfunction.

Never top up the windshield washer ﬂuid tank using a cleaning agent that contains acid, e.g. vinegar-based

cleaners.

NOTICE

Mixing different windshield cleaners can cause the components to ﬂocculate and the spray nozzles to clog.

Only use suitable alcohol-based windshield cleaners.

Never mix different windshield cleaners together.

NOTICE

When you top up the windshield washer ﬂuid, if you use a damaged screen or do not use a screen at all, dirt particles may

get into the windshield washer ﬂuid tank. The spray nozzles may become clogged.

Take the screen out only to clean it.

Replace a damaged or missing screen.

Engine oil

Introduction

The engine oils are determined based on the requirements of the engines, emissions control systems, and the fuel quality. On

all combustion engines, the engine oil comes into contact with combustion residue and fuel, which affects the aging of the

engine oil. Using the correct engine oil is essential for the function and service life of the engine. The vehicle is ﬁlled at the

factory with a special multi-purpose, low-viscosity oil that can generally be used year-round.

The vehicle can consume engine oil. The engine oil consumption can vary and can change throughout the service life of the

vehicle. Depending on the driving style and the usage conditions, the engine oil consumption can be up to 1 l (1 qt) per

2000 kilometers (approximately 1200 miles); it can also be higher within the ﬁrst 5000 kilometers (approximately 3100 miles)

on new vehicles. Because of this, the engine oil level must be checked regularly and it is best to check the level before long

drives.

WARNING

Engine oil gets extremely hot when the engine is running. Failure to take care when handling hot engine oil can cause

serious bodily burns. This could result in serious or fatal injuries.

Always allow the engine to cool down before starting work with the engine oil.

WARNING

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