Checking and refilling windshield washer fluid
Fig. 77 In the engine compartment: Cap of the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
ꢀ Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
Check the windshield washer fluid level regularly and refill as necessary.
There is a filter screen in the filler neck of the windshield washer fluid reservoir. The screen helps to
keep large particles and debris from getting into and clogging the windshield washer nozzles when
adding windshield washer fluid. Take the screen out only to clean it. If the screen is damaged or
missing, have it replaced immediately, otherwise the system may become clogged and not work
properly.
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Open the engine hood ꢀ , Working in the engine compartment.
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The windshield washer fluid reservoir can be identified by the y symbol on its cap ⇒ꢀfig. 77.
Check if there is still enough windshield washer fluid in the reservoir.
ꢀ Refill with an appropriate windshield washer fluid that is recommended by Volkswagen ⇒ꢀ
Follow the directions on the container.
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In cold weather, always use a special windshield washer antifreeze solution that will help keep the
water from freezing ⇒ꢀ
Recommended cleaners
For the warmer months, Windscreen Clear SummerG 052 184 A1 or equivalent. Mixing ratio
1:100 (1 part concentrate to 100 parts water) in the windshield washer reservoir.
All-season Windscreen ClearG 052 164 A2 or equivalent. Mixing ratio in winter to 0 °F (-18 °C)
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about 1:2 (1 part concentrate to 2 parts water), otherwise, mixing ratio 1:4 in the windshield washer
reservoir.
Filling capacity
The windshield washer fluid reservoir holds 3.1 – 4.2 quarts (about 3 to 4 liters).
WARNING
Never mix antifreeze or similar additives into the windshield washer reservoir. This could
produce an oily film on the windshield, which would considerably reduce visibility.
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Use clear water with a cleaning solution recommended by Volkswagen.
If necessary, blend with a suitable windshield washer fluid antifreeze agent.
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