Temperature
gauge needle
Flashes8
Possible cause
Proper response
⇒ fig. 158
Check the engine coolant level after the
engine has cooled down and add engine
coolant if low
If the engine coolant level is correct or the
problem continues after adding coolant, do
not drive any farther. Contact an
authorized Volkswagen dealer or
(B) Engine coolant level too
Normal range low.
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
These instructions apply only when the
coolant temperature stays in the normal
range. Stop immediately if the needle goes
into the red warning zone (C).
ꢀ Stop!
Get assistance from an authorized
Volkswagen dealer, an authorized
Volkswagen Service Facility, or another
qualified workshop.
Engine coolant system
malfunction.
–
Do not drive at high engine speeds or with
heavy engine loads until the engine warms
up.
(A)
Cold range
The engine has not yet
warmed up.
–
When the ignition is switched on, several warning and indicator lights come on briefly for a function
check. They go out after a few seconds.
WARNING
Failure to heed warning lights and instrument cluster text messages can cause the vehicle to
break down in traffic and result in a collision and serious personal injury.
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ꢀ
Never ignore warning lights or text WARNINGS.
Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
NOTICE
Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in vehicle damage.
Engine coolant specifications
ꢀ Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a mixture of specially conditioned water and at
least 40 percent of Volkswagen engine coolant additive G 13 (TL-VW 774 J). This engine coolant
additive is pink.
This mixture provides antifreeze protection down to -13 °F (-25 °C). It also helps to protect the light
alloy parts in the engine cooling system against corrosion. In addition, the mixture helps prevent
calcium deposits and increases the boiling point of the engine coolant.
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