Checking and filling
In the hood space
Safety precautions for working in the hood space
The hood space of a vehicle is a dangerous area. Only perform work in the hood space if you are familiar with the necessary
activities and the general safety precautions, and if the correct operating equipment, fluids and suitable tools are available.
Work performed incorrectly can result in serious injuries ⇒
. Have all work performed by suitably qualified professionals if
necessary. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
WARNING
The hood space is a dangerous area. Any work in the hood space could lead to accidents and serious or fatal injuries.
Always work as cautiously and carefully as possible.
Do not perform work in the hood space unless you are familiar with the required activities.
If you are not sure how to do the work in the hood space, have the work required carried out by suitably qualified
professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen
Service Facility.
Set the electronic parking brake before working in the hood space.
Move the selector lever to the selector lever position.
Or: move the gearshift lever to the neutral position.
Switch off the ignition and store the remote control vehicle key securely and far enough away from the vehicle to
ensure that the engine cannot be started accidentally.
Never touch hot components in the engine.
Do not leave any items, such as cleaning cloths or tools, in the hood space.
Always keep children away from the hood space and never leave them unattended.
WARNING
The hood space contains moving components. When working in the hood space, particularly when starting the vehicle or
if the engine is running, contact with moving parts, e.g. fan blades in the radiator fan, may cause serious or fatal injuries.
Never reach into the radiator fan or into the area near the radiator fan, even if the engine is switched off or the
ignition is switched off. The ventilator is temperature-controlled and may switch on by itself.
Always remove any jewelry and/or ties, tie back long hair, and avoid wearing loose-fitting clothing when performing
work.
Always press the accelerator pedal extremely carefully and never press it without paying close attention. The
vehicle could begin moving, even if the electronic parking brake is set.
WARNING
Escaping hot steam or hot coolant and hot components may cause serious burns.
Never open or close the hood if steam or coolant are escaping.
Always wait until you can no longer see or hear steam or coolant escaping from the hood space.
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