Never install any components in the suspen-
sion system that do not have the same char-
acteristics as the original factory-fitted com-
ponents.
Maintenance
Repairs and modifications
Never use tyre/wheel combinations that
have not been approved by Volkswagen.
Repairs, technical modifications
and limitations of the airbag
system
Airbag system parts must never be reused
in case of vehicle or component scrapping.
All applicable environment disposal standards
must be followed, in addition to other safety
standards in effect. Volkswagen Dealerships are
familiar with such requirements.
Repairs and modifications must always be car-
ried out according to Volkswagen specifica-
tions→
!
Unauthorised modifications to the electronic
components or software in the vehicle may cause
faults This can seriously impair safety, lead to ex-
cessive wear of components, and also compro-
mise the vehicle's operating function. The au-
thorised Volkswagen Dealership cannot offer a
warranty and cannot be held liable for any dam-
age caused by technical modifications and/or
work performed incorrectly. Such damages are
also not covered by the Volkswagen warranty.
During all work on the airbag system or when in-
stalling and removing its parts due to other re-
pairs. Likewise, modifications and repairs to the
front bumper, the doors, the front seats, the roof
or the bodywork should be carried out by a
Volkswagen Dealership.
Regulations must be observed to ensure that the
effectiveness of the airbags is not reduced and
that removed parts do not cause any injuries or
environmental pollution. Volkswagen Dealerships
are familiar with such requirements.
WARNING
Airbag modules cannot be repaired. They
must be replaced.
Never use recycled airbag components or
components that have been taken from end-
of-life vehicles in your vehicle.
WARNING
Modifications to the vehicle's suspension, in-
cluding the use of unsuitable tyre/wheel com-
binations not approved by Volkswagen may
cause the airbag system to work differently and
increase the risk of serious or fatal injuries in
the event of an accident.
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