Get Maintenance Procedures -> Adding Washer Fluid Guide for Volkswagen Routan SUV First Generation (2009-2014)

CAUTION!

The A/C air filter is labeled with an arrow to indicate

airflow direction through the filter. Failure to prop-

erly install the filter will result in the need to replace

it more often.

7. Rotate the glove compartment door back into position.

Body Lubrication

Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as

seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,

tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri-

cated periodically with a lithium based grease to assure

quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and

wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts

concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and

grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be

removed. Particular attention should also be given to

hood latching components to ensure proper function.

A/C Air Filter Replacement

5. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of

the housing.

6. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter

pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter

cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the

cover.

When performing other underhood services, the hood Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from

latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with

cleaned and lubricated.

petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.

The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-

year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor

amount of a high quality lubricant directly into the lock performance of blades may be present with chattering,

cylinder.

marks, water lines or wet spots. If any condition is

present please proceed to clean wiper blades with humid

cloth removing any debris that may be affecting its

function.

Windshield Wiper Blades

Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the

windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a

mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula- Adding Washer Fluid

tions of salt or road film.

The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the

rear window washer is shared. It is located in the engine

compartment and should be checked for fluid level at

regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield

washer solvent (not engine coolant/antifreeze) and op-

erate the system for a few seconds to flush out the

residual water.

Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods

may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use

washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt

from a dry windshield.

The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid Cooling System

when the “Low Washer Fluid Light” illuminates.

WARNING!

•

When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis-

connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition

switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature

controlled and can start at anytime the ignition

switch is in the ON position.

Commercially available windshield washer solvents

are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care

must be exercised when filling or working around

the washer solution.

You or others can be badly burned by hot engine

coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If

you see or hear steam coming from under the

hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has

had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling

system pressure cap when the radiator is hot.

After the engine has warmed, operate the defroster for a

few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or

freezing the fluid on the cold windshield.

Coolant Checks

Check the engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every

12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where

applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or

rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, Cooling System – Drain, Flush and Refill

flushed and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front of If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a

the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a

etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough

hose vertically down the face of the condenser.

rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly

dispose of the old engine coolant (antifreeze).

Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-

ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection Refer to the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet” for the

at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for proper maintenance intervals.

leaks.

Selection Of Coolant

With the engine at normal operating temperature (but Use only the manufacturer’s recommended engine cool-

not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for ant (antifreeze). Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu-

proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of ine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further

engine coolant (antifreeze) from the radiator drain cock. information.

If the cap is sealing properly, the engine coolant (anti-

freeze) will begin to drain from the coolant recovery

bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE

CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.

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