Fuel and emission control -> Emission control for Your Volkswagen Multivan SUV Sixth Generation (2015-2024)

Or: Seek assistance from a suitably qualified workshop.  
You can expect engine faults and increased fuel consumption if the indicator lamp is lit  
up.  
Introduction  
The components relevant to emission control reduce harmful emissions:  
AdBlue® (→ AdBlue).  
Catalytic converter (→ Catalytic converter).  
Particulate filter (depending on equipment)(→ Particulate filter).  
WARNING  
Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which can cause people to lose consciousness and also lead to  
death.  
Do not allow the engine to run in enclosed spaces.  
Never start the engine in enclosed spaces.  
Do not leave the vehicle unsupervised with the engine running.  
WARNING  
The components of the exhaust system become very hot. This can cause fires.  
Park the vehicle so that no part of the exhaust system can come into contact with any easily flammable material  
underneath the vehicle, e.g. dry grass.  
Never apply additional underseal or anti-corrosion coatings to the exhaust pipes, catalytic converters, particulate  
filters or heat shields.  
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