Car operation: the first 1500 km of run and subsequent Break-in period During the first few hours of engine operation, the frictional forces generated by the engine's component parts are significantly higher than the frictional forces...
Safety rules for car operation Correct operating conditions of the car are integral rules for maintaining traffic safety. Therefore, before you hit the road, be sure to pour the following: Check the operation...
Driving: economical and with minimal air pollution There are many factors that affect fuel consumption, engine wear, brake and tire wear, and environmental pollution. This chapter discusses some of them. Driving style has a...
Instructions for driving a car with a trailer To ensure the best driving experience for your trailer, please note the following: Much easier to manage "balanced" a car with a trailer. This means that the loading of the car...
Car care: fuel tank The fuel filler neck is located on the right rear side panel behind the fuel tank flap. The lockable cover on vehicles without a central locking system fits both the primary and...
Car care: fuel supply Gas engine Your engine must use standard grade unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 87 AKI (CLC) or RON (ROS). For optimal performance with 134 hp (16V) under high...
Car care and pollution protection With good care of a Volkswagen car, it will look like new after a few years. Moreover, it will be a condition of the warranty claim support day in case of paint defects or...
External car care Car wash The best way to protect the exterior of your car from environmental factors is to wash and wax it regularly. The frequency of these operations depends on the duration of...
Care of the interior of the car glass To clean the glass, use the same cleaning products used to clean the glass from the outside, after which polish it dry. Fabric materials Use a vacuum cleaner or soft brush...
Car protection against corrosion The engine compartment, as well as the engine, transmission, front and rear axle surfaces, are factory-treated with a paraffin-based agent for anti-corrosion protection....
Engine Hood Care To raise the engine hood, pull the lever located on the left side under the dashboard. The spring-loaded hood will open slightly. From the front of the vehicle, push the latch...
Engine compartment maintenance Engine compartment 1 - dipstick for measuring the oil level in the engine, 2 - engine oil filler cap, 3 - expansion tank, 4 - dipstick for measuring the level of fluid for...
Engine oil: specification and viscosity Your vehicle's engine is factory filled with high quality multipurpose oil. If oil needs to be topped up between oil changes, use only high quality petroleum or synthetic based...
Consumption and replacement of engine oil Engine oil consumption The rate of oil consumption depends on oil quality and viscosity, engine speed, climatic and road conditions along with the degree of dilution and oxidation...
Engine Oil Filter Care Oil filter replacement The oil filter must be changed in accordance with the vehicle maintenance schedule. Remove the old filter. Only use filter elements with the numbers shown:...
Fuel System Care (only for diesel engines) Fuel filter replacement The fuel filter must be replaced by a Volkswagen dealer or a qualified mechanic. Fuel filter water separator The presence of water in the fuel system of a...
Transmission oils Specifications Manual transmission with reduction gear Gear oil SAE 80 (MiL-L 2105 or APIGL4) Synthetic gear oil G 50 SAE 75 W-90 automatic transmission Gearbox: SAE-90 gear oil...
Air Cleaner Care A dirty filter element not only reduces engine power output and significantly increases fuel consumption, but can also cause premature engine wear. There is usually no need to...
Air filter care The air filter of the ventilation and heating system is installed in the front panel of the plenum on the right side and is closed with a cover. The filter must be replaced once a...
Power steering The fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment next to the battery. Refueling of the steering gear is carried out with lubricating oil for hydraulic systems VWN G 002...
Cooling System Care The cooling system is sealed and basically does not require much attention. Refueling of the cooling system with a coolant is carried out by the manufacturer and does not require...
V-profile belt Checking the degree of tension The operation of the entire vehicle, in particular the V-shaped belt of the water pump drive, largely depends on the degree of tension of the...
Car brake fluid care The brake fluid reservoir is located at the rear section of the engine compartment on the left side. Checking the brake fluid level For normal operation of the brake system, it is...
Battery Care The battery is located under the front hood of the car. Battery electrolyte level Under normal conditions of use of a Volkswagen vehicle, batteries do not require maintenance. At...
Detergent bottle for windshield cleaning The windshield cleaner reservoir is located in the engine compartment next to the left wheel cover as shown above. The tank capacity is 4.2 liters. Filling the tank To fill the...
Replacement wiper blades To ensure a normal view, the brushes must be in good condition. To avoid streaks on the glass, clean the brushes regularly in a cleaning solution. If the brushes are very dirty...
Tire care (wheels) Tires are an important part of a car that is often abused. Tires not only affect the state of comfort in the process of movement, but also perform functions related to ensuring...
New tires: life, wear and replacement New tires have a fairly high slip coefficient and do not provide full grip with the ground at first. Attention: To avoid loss of control of the vehicle with new tires installed,...
Tire Specifications Caution: Never fit tires of different designs together, such as a steel cord radial tire with a bradial beveled tire, etc. Simultaneous use of different types of tires will...
Tires used in winter Your vehicle is fitted with the tires that best suit the operating conditions. For winter driving, the vehicle's handling can be improved by installing all-purpose tires (for all...
Driving in difficult operating conditions The design of the vehicle and its equipment are designed for normal operating conditions. This was also the basis for scheduling the maintenance of your car. If you plan to...
Driving a car in winter When driving in winter, remember the following: Winter weather has a particularly negative effect on batteries. Before the onset of cold weather, take the battery to a Volkswagen...