2008-2017 Volkswagen Golf 4 Door Refueling -> Refueling checklist User Manual
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Unscrew the fuel cap counterclockwise and remove. Use the slot on the fuel filler flap hinge  
fig. 153 to hold the cap while refueling.  
Refueling  
The correct fuel grade for your vehicle Fuel is listed on a sticker on the inside of the fuel filler flap  
(arrow).  
The fuel tank is full when the automatic filler nozzle pump switches off the first time ⇒  
Do not try to add fuel after the pump stops! Topping off the tank in this way may fill the expansion  
space that the tank needs and cause fuel to overflow, for example, if it gets warmer outside.  
.
Closing the fuel filler cap  
Screw the fuel cap clockwise onto the fuel filler neck until you hear it click into place.  
Close the fuel filler flap until you hear it latch shut. The fuel filler flap must be flush with the vehicle  
body.  
WARNING  
Spilled fuel can cause fires, explosions, burns, and other severe injuries.  
Always stop refueling once the pump nozzle switches off so that the tank does not  
overflow.  
NOTICE  
Remove fuel spills from all vehicle surfaces immediately to help prevent damage to the paint,  
tires, and wheel housings.  
Fuel spills may pollute the environment.  
Fuel capacities  
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS  
Engine  
Fuel tank capacity  
Gasoline engines  
About 13.2 gallons (50.0 liters),  
including about 1.3 gallons (5.0 liters) reserve.  
Refueling checklist  
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS  
The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a hazardous area. Never do any work on the engine  
or in the engine compartment unless you  
know exactly how to carry out the job,  
have the correct technical information and the proper tools and supplies, and  
are familiar with the necessary safety precautions Working in the engine compartment.  
Checklist  
If you are uncertain in any way, have the work done by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or  
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Serious personal injury may result from improperly performed  
work. Make sure that you check the following items regularly. The best thing is to check them every  
time you refuel:  
Windshield washer fluid level Windshield wipers and washer  
Engine oil level Engine oil  
Engine coolant level Engine coolant  
Brake fluid level Braking and parking  
Tire pressure Tires and wheels  
Vehicle lighting necessary for driving safety:  
Turn signals  
Low beams and high beams  
Taillights  
Brake lights  
License plate lights  
For more information about the vehicle lighting, see Lights.  
WARNING  
Disregarding the safety-related checklist may lead to accidents and injuries.  
Please note and follow the points listed in the checklist.  

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