be used to ensure optimum corrosion protection ⇒
.
NOTICE
The coloring of the engine coolant results from the mixture of the purple coolant additive and distilled water. If the fluid in
the coolant expansion tank is not purple, but for example brown, the engine coolant has been mixed with another non-
suitable coolant. This may result in serious malfunctions or damage to the drive and cooling system.
Only use coolant additive approved by the manufacturer.
If the coolant turns brown, have it changed immediately by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized
Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized
Volkswagen Service Facility.
Never mix original Volkswagen coolant additives with coolant additives that are not approved by Volkswagen when
topping up.
Engine coolant and coolant additives can harm the environment.
1. Catch any leaking operating fluids and dispose of them correctly according to environmental regulations.
Checking and filling engine coolant
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
engine compartment.
Safety precautions for working in the
Preparations
1. Safely park the vehicle on a horizontal and firm surface ⇒ Parking.
2. Allow the engine to cool ⇒
.
3. Open the hood.
The coolant expansion tank is identified with the
red symbol on the cap fig. 171.
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