Disposing of used batteries and electronic equipment
Used batteries
Used batteries must be collected separately and recycled by the end user. This is indicated by the symbol with the
crossed-through waste bin . As the end user, you are required by law to return used batteries→
.
—Used batteries can be returned to Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles dealerships in EU member states and other
countries.
Your Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles dealership can provide further information on returning and recycling end-of-
life vehicles, or you can visit:
WARNING
If batteries containing lithium are damaged, gaseous or liquid substances may escape, posing a significant risk to
health and the environment. A short circuit of the terminals can also cause a fire or explosion. This can result in
serious injury or death.
● Handle batteries containing lithium with special care.
● Never heat batteries containing lithium.
● Never damage batteries containing lithium.
● Never short-circuit the battery poles.
Batteries containing heavy metals are marked with the chemical symbols HG(mercury), Cd (cadmium)
and/or Pb (lead). Heavy metals can be harmful to human and animal health and tend to accumulate in the
environment.
● To avoid this, please ensure that your used batteries are collected separately and returned properly.
Old electrical/electronic devices
The vehicle contains electrical/electronic devices, such as theSD
card in the navigation system, and remote controls. The electrical/electronic devices are marked with the crossed-
out bin symbol
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Legislation stipulates that old devices with this marking must be collected and disposed of separately from normal
household waste. You can hand in these electrical/electronic devices at local collection points or to any approved
national return systems.
—Batteries, rechargeable batteries or lamps that are not a fixed part of the device must be removed first and
disposed of accordingly.
—You must delete all stored personal data before disposing of the old devices.
Your Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles dealership can provide further information on waste prevention and on
returning and recycling end-of-life vehicles, or you can find information online:
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