Vehicle maintenance This chapter is intended to ensure that vehicle maintenance is carried out correctly, to help keep the vehicle in good condition and to prolong its life. If maintenance has not...
Service interval In order for your car to be in excellent condition, it is necessary to carry out its maintenance periodically. Maintenance must be carried out both constantly and at certain...
Maintenance Schedule Change engine oil. Replace oil filter. On a diesel engine, drain the water from the fuel filter. Check the exhaust tract for secure fastening, for leaks and damage. Inspect the...
Viscosity and engine oil specifications Viscosity of motor oils At the factory, the engine is filled with special high-quality multigrade oil, which is suitable, with the exception of extremely cold climatic zones, for...
The quality of motor oils All-weather oils according to VW 501 01 and 505 00 standards are relatively inexpensive oils with the following qualities: year-round use in temperate climate zones; excellent...
Mixing engine oil This and similar questions are of interest to many motorists. The answer to the first one is, unfortunately, no, even if these are oils from firms "with a worldwide reputation"...
Changing the oil and oil filter Periodic oil and oil filter changes are the most important preventive maintenance procedure. As engine oil ages, it becomes thin and contaminated, leading to premature engine...
Changing the oil filter on diesel engines 1 - cover; 2 - sealing ring; 3 - sealing ring; 4 - filter element Order of execution 1. Using a wrench or VW-3417 wrench, unscrew the oil filter cap. 2. Remove the oil filter...
Exhaust system check 1. On a cold engine, check the condition of the exhaust system along its entire length. 2. Check pipes and their connections for leaks, signs of corrosion and damage. Check that...
Engine cooling system The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a long life coolant that does not need to be replaced. Coolant is 60% water and 40% low temperature G12 concentrate...
Checking the level and density of the coolant Checking the coolant level in the expansion tank Checking the density of the coolant in the expansion tank Warning: Never open the engine hood when you see steam or coolant...
Loss of coolant A significant decrease in the level of the coolant gives the right to assume, first of all, a violation of the tightness of the seals. In this case, the engine cooling system...
Adding coolant First, turn off the engine and let it cool down. Then cover the expansion tank cap with a rag and carefully unscrew it counterclockwise. If under the circumstances you do not have...
Replacing the air filter element 1. unscrew the screws (indicated by arrows) and remove the air filter cover. 2. Remove the old filter element. 3. Be careful to clean the inside surfaces of the air cleaner cover...
Checking the condition of the poly V-belt The tension of the V-ribbed belt with ribs is automatic. It is necessary to periodically check the condition of the belt, and if defects are found, replace the belt. 1. Place the...
Spark plug Spark plugs are replaced at scheduled maintenance. If it is ever necessary to replace spark plugs outside of scheduled maintenance, the following must be considered. Spark plugs...
Replacing spark plugs Tools needed to unscrew the spark plug and adjust the electrode gap Measuring spark plug gap with wire gauge Measuring spark plug gap with a feeler gauge Proper functioning of...
Fuel filter replacement (diesel engines) Fuel filter for diesel engines 1 - spring clip; 2 - valve; 3 - fuel hose; 4 - fuel hose Order of execution 1. Place an appropriate container under the fuel filter. 2. Release the...
Checking the tightness of the hoses and fluid leakage Leaks in the cooling system are usually detected by a white or rust-colored coating in the area adjacent to the leak. Carefully check the radiator and coolant hoses along the...
V-belts V-belts are one of the most stressed car parts during operation. Therefore, particularly high demands are placed on the quality of V-belts. When replacing a V-belt, it is not...
Measuring the wear of toothed belts on diesel engines 1. Release the three spring clips and remove the toothed belt guard. 2. Using a caliper, measure the width (A) toothed belt (arrows indicate the place of measurement). If the...
Gearbox/final gear Drive shafts Check up a condition of protective covers of hinges of constant angular speeds. Automatic transmission Visually check for tightness. Check the oil level in the...
Checking the protective cover of the drive shaft 1. Raise and carefully secure the vehicle on stands. 2. Turn the steering wheel to the right or left as far as it will go and turn the wheel. 3. Inspect the CV joint rubber boots...
Visual inspection of the gearbox for tightness Oil leaks from the gearbox are possible in the following places: at the junction of the gearbox and engine (crankshaft rear O-ring and transmission O-ring); at the junction of the...
Checking the oil level in a manual transmission The location of the oil filler plug of the gearbox on models with engines 1.4 / 1.6-I The location of the oil filler plug of the gearbox on models with engines 1.8 / 2.3-I The oil...
Checking the front suspension and steering 1. Raise the front of the vehicle and secure it on stands. 2. Visually inspect the ball joint dust boot and rack and pinion boot for cracks, abrasions and ageing. Any wear on...
Checking the dust covers of the front suspension joints 1. Raise the front of the car and secure it on stands with the wheels hanging in the air. 2. Illuminate the dust covers of the front suspension lower pivot points with a portable...
Shock absorber check Check the shock absorber for any signs of fluid leaks. If a leak is found, then the shock absorber is damaged and needs to be replaced Warning: Shock absorbers must be changed in...
Radiator check Order of execution 1. Check the radiator for leaks or corrosion, especially around the cooling system connections. 2. Using a soft brush or compressed air, clean the radiator. 3....
Wiring check Check the condition of the electrical wiring in the engine compartment and under the vehicle. Check the security of the electrical wiring. Pay special attention to the electrical...
Checking the fluid level in the power steering The power steering fluid level can be checked when cold or hot during operation. It is prescribed to check the fluid level in the power steering in a cold state. 1. On a vehicle...
Brake fluid The brake fluid reservoir is located on the left side of the engine compartment. The tank cap has a vent hole that must not be blocked. Brake fluid absorbs moisture. Therefore,...
Checking the brake fluid level The reservoir has a transparent body, and the brake fluid level can be controlled from the outside. Too low level of a brake liquid in a tank is signaled by the control lamp of...
Brake Fluid Replacement Location of the brake caliper bleeder The brake caliper bleeder is indicated by an arrow. Using a wrench to loosen the bleeder screw 1 - wrench Warning: Old brake fluid is darker...
Checking the front brake pads Warning: Due to the fact that it is known from experience that the front brake pads on the front passenger side wear out more intensively, the brake pads must also be checked on...
Checking the rear disc brake pads Check the thickness of the brake pad through the holes in the wheel disk (a), without removing the wheel. The minimum allowable thickness of the rear brake pad together with the...
Checking the rear brake pads of drum brakes 1. Raise the car and secure it on stands. 2. Remove the plugs from the inspection holes of the brake shield. With a portable lamp, through the inspection holes, illuminate the...
Checking the brake hoses Brake pipes and hoses are used to transfer brake fluid from the master brake cylinder to the wheel brake cylinders. Brake hoses provide movable connections between the moving and...
Checking the condition of the seat belts Checking the seat belt for thread breaks or fraying Warning: Do not use the power shoulder strap from the child seat emergency kit. The diagonal belt does not provide the...
Airbags Driver Airbag Location (1) in the center of the steering wheel Location of the front passenger airbag (2) in the instrument panel Check the condition of the airbags for mechanical...
Door hinges Door hinges must be periodically lubricated with grease VW-G 000 400 (lubrication point indicated by arrows).
Replacing the dust filter The dust filter that traps dust and plant pollen in the interior ventilation and heating system is located on the right in the water collection compartment under the cover. If the...
Accumulator battery A battery is a device for storing energy in a chemical form that can be used like electricity. The battery works due to the fact that two different metals, being in an acidic...
Checking the electrolyte level Location of the fuse holder above the battery 1 - fastening of a negative wire; 2 - hex nut; 3 - fastening of a positive wire; 4 - fuses. The battery is almost maintenance-free...
Battery operation in winter conditions In winter, a particularly large load falls on the battery. In addition, at low temperatures, the battery gives out when starting the engine only a part of the power that it has at...
Battery charge Before charging, turn off the ignition and all current consumers. When charging with low current (e.g. with a low power charger) there is generally no need to disconnect the...
Disconnecting the battery from the on-board network When you disconnect the battery from the on-board network, keep in mind that: all data from the memory device of the trip computer is erased; clock with arrow indication stops,...
Removing and installing the battery Removing 1. Before removing the battery, turn off the ignition and disconnect all current consumers. 2. Squeeze the fuse holder cover on both sides and fold it aside. 3. Unscrew...
Buying a battery Probably the most important thing a buyer should pay attention to is the characteristics of the battery. There are three of them. The first is the nominal voltage, it is the same...
Windshield washers If you do not have glass cleaners and to prevent glass icing, you can use alcohol (share of which should not exceed 15%). However, it should be borne in mind that at this...
Wiper blades The perfect condition of the wiper blades is essential for good visibility. To avoid deformation of the wiper blades, the wiper blades must be cleaned regularly with glass...
Checking the initial position of the wiper arm Starting position of the windshield wiper blade A=20–30 mm Rear wiper blade home position a=25 mm Checking and adjusting the angle of the wiper arm 1 - wrench; 2 - wiper lever; 3...
Replacing the battery in the remote control key Remote control key elements 1 - head; 2 - lower battery; 3 - contact plate; 4 - top battery; 5 - cover; 6 - key Order of execution Warning: When removing the battery, check the...
Resetting the Service indicator When the next service is due, the lower counter (trip meter) speedometer, one of the following symbols of the required type of maintenance lights up: oil change - service OEL or...