Volkswagen recommends using Volkswagen Genuine Parts or Volkswagen Genuine Accessories, which you can purchase from an
authorised Volkswagen repairer. These parts and accessories have been specially tested by Volkswagen for suitability, reliability and
safety. A suitably qualified workshop also has the specialist skills for correct installation. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised
Volkswagen repairer.
Although the market is constantly scrutinised, Volkswagen cannot assume responsibility for the reliability, safety and suitability of
products Volkswagen has not approved. Volkswagen can therefore assume no responsibility for these parts, even if they have been
approved by an official testing agency or are covered by an official approval certificate.
Always contact a suitably qualified workshop if you wish to change to different tyre and rim combinations. Volkswagen recommends
using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.
Any retrofitted equipment which has a direct effect on the control of the vehicle must be approved by Volkswagen for use in your
vehicle and bear the mark (approval symbol of the European Union). These devices include cruise control systems or electronically
controlled damping systems, for example.
Any additional electrical components fitted that do not serve to control the vehicle itself must bear the mark (manufacturer
declaration of conformity in the European Union). Such devices include refrigerator boxes, computers and ventilator fans.
WARNING
Use of unsuitable replacement parts and accessories can lead to vehicle malfunctions. This also applies to work, modifications and
repairs that are not performed correctly. This can lead to vehicle damage and accidents with serious or fatal injuries.
● Have repairs and modifications to your vehicle carried out only by a suitably qualified workshop. Qualified workshops have the
necessary tools, diagnostic equipment, repair information and qualified personnel. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised
Volkswagen repairer.
● Never fit parts to your vehicle that differ in their design or characteristics from the factory-fitted parts.
● Use only wheel rim and tyre combinations that have been approved by Volkswagen for your vehicle type. More detailed
information is available from a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.
WARNING
Objects in the deployment zone of the airbags can be flung through the vehicle interior if the airbags are triggered. This can cause
severe or fatal injuries.
● Never secure or position objects in the deployment zones of the airbags.
NOTICE
With some engines, retrofitting an engine preheating system can lead to malfunctions and vehicle damage.
● Consult a suitably qualified workshop about retrofitting an engine preheating system. Volkswagen recommends using an
authorised Volkswagen repairer.
Incorrectly performed repairs, structural changes to the vehicle, e.g. lowering the suspension, retrofitted add-on parts or changes to
the trim can lead to sensors and cameras being displaced or damaged. This can interfere with important functions of driver assist
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—Observe the positions of sensors and cameras in the vehicle overview when performing repairs or modifications.
Add-on parts or modifications in the area of sensors and cameras
WARNING
If the area in front of and around sensors and cameras is covered, e.g. due to incorrect installation of number plates, number plate
holders with trim frames, additionally applied films or paintwork on the sensors and similar, this may prevent correct functioning of
the driver assist systems. Failure of the driver assist systems can lead to accidents and cause serious or fatal injuries.
● Always ask a suitably qualified workshop whether installation of a number plate or number plate holder with trim frame is possible
for your vehicle. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.
● When installing, ensure that there is a sufficient distance from sensors and cameras.
● Make sure that the number plate or the number plate holder with trim frame is installed only in the specified position.
● Do not apply any additional films in front of or around sensors.
NOTICE
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