ꢀ Accessories and other things installed in front of the cooling air intakes impair the
efficiency of the engine coolant. The engine can overheat under high outside temperatures or
under high engine loads!
Leaking operating fluids can pollute the environment. Collect leaking operating fluids in suitable
containers and dispose of them properly in accordance with applicable environmental laws and
regulations.
Repairs and technical modifications
ꢀ Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
Volkswagen guidelines for repairs and technical modifications must be followed ⇒ꢀ
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Changes to electronic components and related software can cause malfunctions. These malfunctions
can also affect other systems that are related to the component or software that was modified. The
vehicle's operational safety can be seriously jeopardized, increased vehicle component wear can
occur, and the vehicle may no longer meet applicable emissions requirements.
Volkswagen recommends having all repairs and technical modifications performed by an authorized
Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility using Genuine Volkswagen Parts®.
Damage that is caused by improper repairs or unapproved technical modifications will not be covered
by any Volkswagen Limited Warranty.
WARNING
Improperly performed repairs and modifications can cause vehicle damage and malfunctions,
and can impair the efficiency of driver assistance systems. This can lead to accidents and
severe personal injuries.
ꢀ Have repairs and vehicle modifications done by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
NOTICE
Improperly performed repairs and modifications can cause increased component wear and
result in vehicle emissions that no longer meet applicable requirements.
Repairs and other things that can affect Advanced Airbag performance
ꢀ Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
Repairs and modifications of front bumpers, doors, front seats, headliners and the chassis can affect
proper airbag performance and should be performed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. These vehicle areas can contain important parts of the airbag
system.
Components of the airbag system can be damaged during removal, assembly and repair activities on
the airbag system itself or related components. Damage to airbag parts can prevent the system from
working properly in a collision.
Observe all regulations so that the effectiveness of the airbag is not affected and to prevent
disassembled parts from causing injuries and pollution. Authorized Volkswagen dealers, authorized
Volkswagen Service Facilities, and other qualified workshops are familiar with these regulations.
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