Get Fuel and emission control -> Fuel types and refuelling Guide for Volkswagen Tayron SUV First Generation (2018-2025)

On the inside of the tank flap: fuel information label

(illustration).

Fuel information label

Different engines require different fuels. There is a factory-fitted fuel information label in the tank flap that indicates the fuel that

must be used for the vehicle → Fig. 1.

In accordance with European standard DIN EN 16942, the compatibility identifiers for ethanol content can be found in the following

locations:

—On the vehicle on the fuel information label in the tank flap → Fig. 1.

—On the fuel pumps or fuel nozzles suitable for your vehicle.

The designation and frame indicate the fuels that are suitable for the vehicle. The vehicle must not be refuelled with lower-quality fuels

or other fuel types →

Fuel standards and compatibility

The fuel that is used for refuelling must comply with one of the following standards. The vehicle must not be refuelled with other fuels

→

Where fuel complying with the specified standards is not available, a suitably qualified workshop will have information on which

available fuels are suitable for the vehicle. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.

Ethanol content of petrol fuels

Identification for petrol fuels with an ethanol content of 5%.

E5 stands for petrol fuel with a maximum ethanol content of 5%.

Petrol fuels with an ethanol content of 5% are available throughout the EU.

Identification for petrol fuels with an ethanol content of

10 %.

E10 stands for petrol fuel with a maximum ethanol content of 10 %.

Petrol fuels with an ethanol content of 10 % are available throughout the EU.

Identification for petrol fuels with an ethanol content of

20 %.

E20 stands for petrol fuel with a maximum ethanol content of 20 %.

Petrol fuels with an ethanol content of 20% will be available in the EU only in the future.

Fuel standard:

—EN 228 in the current version.

—DIN EN 228 in the current version.

—Resolucao ANP N° 40 (Brazil) in the current version.

—Resolucion 576/2019 (Argentina) in the current version.

—NOM-016-CRE-2016 (Mexico) in the current version.

—AZS 388-2011 (Azerbaijan) in the current version.

Fuels for diesel engines

Identification for diesel fuels with a biodiesel content of 7%.

B7 stands for diesel fuel with a maximum biodiesel content of 7%.

Fuel standard:

—EN 590 in the current version.

—DIN EN 590 in the current version.

—AZS 380-2011 (Azerbaijan) in the current version.

—AZS 381-2011 (Azerbaijan) in the current version.

—AZS 443-2011 (Azerbaijan) in the current version.

Identification for synthetic diesel fuels.

XTL stands for - o - iquid and designates synthetic diesel fuels.

Fuel standard:

—EN 15940 in the current version.

—DIN EN 15940 in the current version.

NOTICE

Using fuel that does not comply with the applicable standards and are not approved may reduce performance and cause damage to

the engine and fuel system.

● Only refuel with fuels of the specified grades that comply with the fuel information label in the tank flap.

Petrol grades

The fuel information label in the fuel filler flap provides information on the fuel to be refuelled.

Petrol grades differ with respect to their Research Octane Number (RON). The vehicle may also be filled with petrol that has a higher

RON than the engine requires. However, this does not provide any advantage in terms of fuel consumption or engine output.

The fuel information label may show several petrol grades (e.g. RON 95 min. 91). The highlighted octane number – RON 95 in the

example – is the preferred petrol grade for which the vehicle has been designed and optimised The petrol grade listed as an alternative

– RON 91 in the example – can be used for refuelling only if the preferred grade – RON 95 in the example – is not available.

Only refuel petrol engine vehicles with metal-free petrol (without lead, manganese or iron) that does not have a higher ethanol content

than stated on the fuel information label →

The fuel quality affects the running properties, performance and service life of the engine. Refuel with fuel that already contains

suitable fuel additives →

In some regions, e.g. North America, Central America and South America, fuels are offered in special fuel grades. Volkswagen

recommends using “TOP TIER detergent gasoline” for the specified countries. Information on “TOP TIER detergent gasoline” is

available on the official website:

https://www.toptiergas.com

NOTICE

Incorrect refuelling or unsuitable fuel additives can cause damage to the vehicle.

● Only refuel with fuels of the grades that comply with the fuel information label in the tank flap.

● Refuel only with petrol that has the specified or a higher RON.

● Use only Volkswagen-approved service additives in the approved quantity if necessary.

NOTICE

If petrol fuel with too low an octane number is filled in an emergency, engine damage can occur if the vehicle is driven with a high

engine load.

● Only run the engine at medium speeds and with a low engine load.

● Refuel with petrol with the correct octane number as soon as possible.

The fuel information label in the fuel filler flap provides information on the fuel to be refuelled.

Fill vehicles with a diesel engine only with diesel or diesel with a maximum RME fuel content of 7 % →

If you use diesel with a high sulphur content, the service intervals are shorter. Suitably qualified workshops can provide information on

countries that use diesel with a high sulphur content. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.

The fuel quality affects the running properties, performance and service life of the engine. Refuel with fuel that already contains

suitable service additives →

Winter-grade diesel fuel and filter preheater system

Diesel fuel with improved cold flow properties (winter-grade diesel fuel) must be used during the winter months. Refuelling with

winter-grade diesel fuel can prevent malfunctions in vehicle operation. Winter-grade diesel fuel is available at filling stations during

the winter months.

Different climate- and time-dependent cold classes may be defined in country-specific fuel standards → Diesel.

Diesel vehicles are equipped with a filter preheater system. The filter preheater system guarantees the cold flow properties of the

diesel fuel when driving. Information on the cold properties of diesel is available from filling stations in the respective country.

In order to ensure that the vehicle can also be started at low outside temperatures, Volkswagen recommends parking the vehicle in a

location that is protected from the whether, e.g. in a garage.

Misfuelling prevention device

The tank filler neck in diesel vehicles may be fitted with a misfuelling prevention device. This is intended to help ensure that the vehicle

is refuelled only using diesel filler nozzles.

If the nozzle cannot be inserted correctly into the tank filler neck, first check whether you are using a diesel filler nozzle. After you have

checked that you are using the correct fuel nozzle, turn the diesel fuel nozzle back and forth slightly while exerting light pressure. This

can open the misfuelling prevention device and make it possible to refuel the vehicle. If the misfuelling prevention device still remains

closed, go to a suitably qualified workshop and have the system checked. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen

repairer.

If it is necessary to refuel the vehicle using a spare fuel canister in the event of an emergency, the misfuelling prevention device will

not open.

In order to fill the fuel tank despite this, pour the diesel into the tank extremely slowly in very small quantities. Use a suitable adapter

for the spare fuel canister in order to make refuelling easier. The relevant adapters are available from a suitably qualified workshop.

Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.

WARNING

Incorrect refuelling can lead to fire, serious or fatal injuries and vehicle damage.

● Before refuelling, check whether the fuel standard specified on the pump meets the vehicle’s requirements.

● Do not refuel with pure RME fuel, petrol, fuel oil or other unsuitable fuels.

● Use only Volkswagen-approved service additives in the approved quantity.

At cold temperatures, louder noises may occur in the diesel engine and the exhaust gas may be tinged blue.

Behind the tank flap: tank cap (illustration).

Refuelling process

1. To unlock the tank flap, unlock the vehicle with the

to unlock the tank flap, unlock the vehicle with the

button in the vehicle key (→ Vehicle key).

button in the driver door (→ Central locking button).

In vehicles with Keyless Access, the tank flap is unlocked automatically when the vehicle is unlocked.

2. Open the tank flap.

3. Unscrew the tank cap and place it in the opening provided in the tank flap → Fig. 1.

4. Insert the nozzle in the tank filler neck and start refuelling.

Hold the nozzle so that the handle is facing downwards in order to guarantee optimum refuelling.

The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off for the first time →

5. Screw the tank cap onto the tank filler neck.

6. Close the tank flap.

Do not continue filling the tank after it switches off. The expansion space in the fuel tank can fill with fuel, e.g. if it heats up. This could

cause fuel to overflow or automatic venting may not function .

WARNING

Overfilling the fuel tank may cause the fuel to splash out and overflow. This could cause explosions, fires and serious or fatal injuries.

● Do not continue refuelling when the filler nozzle switches off for the first time.

NOTICE

If the fuel tank content is not consumed up to the reserve quantity at regular intervals, this may result in the fuel quality and system

functions necessary for vehicle operation not being maintained.

● You should therefore refuel at least every six months, but only when the indicator lamp lights up.

Fuels can pollute the environment. Collect any service fluids that escape or are spilled and dispose of them correctly.

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