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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  
!
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 ve-  
hicle'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 modifica-  
tions 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 Warran-  
ty.  
WARNING  
Improperly performed repairs and modifications can cause ve-  
hicle damage and malfunctions, and can impair the efficiency of  
driver assistance systems. This can lead to accidents and se-  
vere personal injuries.  
Have repairs and vehicle modifications done by an author-  
ized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service  
Facility.  
NOTICE  
Improperly performed repairs and modifications can cause in-  
creased component wear and result in vehicle emissions that no  
longer meet applicable requirements.