The speed of the engine should be reduced. The
engine should be run at an intermediate speed
and the engine should not be subjected to
heavy loads.
Problems and solutions
Please note ,
and , on page 286,
and
,
287.
at the beginning of this chapter, on page
na 289.
If these symptoms appear immediately after
refuelling, switch off the engine immediately to
avoid possible damage. Seek the assistance of
qualified personnel.
If this comes on together with the red
warning light : There is a fault in the SCR
system. Impossible to start the engine!
Immediately, without switching off the
engine, go to a specialist workshop and
NOTICE
AdBlue®
If the
level is too low and the ignition
the system checked →
level is too low.
.
have
is switched off, it will no longer be possible to
restart the engine, even with the starting aid!
AdBlue®
AdBlue®
Impossible to start the engine! Park the
● Fill up with sufficient
when the
vehicle and fill with the minimum required
remaining range is approx. 1000 km at the
latest.
● Never completely overfill the
AdBlue®
amount of
→ p. 289 → .
AdBlue®
If it comes on together with the yellow
warning lamp : The SCR system is pre
tank.
The system is either faulty or has been filled with Ad
Blue®
that does not meet the prescribed
As long as the control lamps are on or
flashing, an anomaly is to be expected.
The use of the engine lees and an increase in
consumption.
standard. Immediately go to a specialist
workshop and have the system checked.
fuel
AdBlue®
The
level is too low. Fill AdBlue®
specified
within the
number of kilometres →
p. 289 → .
The particulate filter is saturated with air
and needs to be regenerated. Drive at
speeds between 50-120 km (31-75 mph)
to assist regeneration. Observe the
applicable speed limits and observe the
driving advice. The indicator light goes
out automatically when the particulate
filter has regenerated. If the warning light
is still illuminated after approx. 30
minutes of driving, contact a workshop
immediately.
Fuel standards
Petrol
Vehicles with petrol engines must use petrol in
EN 228 or
accordance with European standard
German standard DIN 51626-1 →
.
If petrol of the above-mentioned standard is
not available, please ask a Volkswa- gen dealer
which petrol is suitable for your vehicle.
If it lights up: There is a fault. Have the
engine checked by a specialist workshop.
Diesel
Vehicles with diesel engines must use diesel
fuel in accordance with European standard EN
590 or German standard DIN 590 →
If it flashes: There are com- bustion jumps
that damage the catalytic converter.
Reduce speed, drive immediately to the
nearest specialist workshop and have the
engine checked.
.
If diesel fuel of the aforementioned standard is
not available, ask your Volkswagen dealer about
the diesel fuels that are suitable for your vehicle.
Irregular engine operation and anomalies
NOTICE
If the engine does not turn over properly or if
malfunctions occur while driving, this could be
due to poor fuel quality. Immediately reduce
Refuelling with fuel that does not comply with the
relevant standard may reduce engine power and
may cause significant damage to the engine and
fuel system
.
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