Volkswagen GLI 2020 User Manual

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Check and replace
Introduction to the topic
or operating medium. Volkswagen dealers are
always informed in good time about any changes.
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Use only suitable operating fluids. Never mix up
operating fluids, otherwise malfunctions may
occur.
and engine damage!
Escaping operating fluids may contaminate
the environment. If leaking al-
If there is any operating fluid, collect it in an
appropriate container and dispose of it properly and
in an environmentally sound manner.
Check the windscreen washer fluid level regularly
and replenish if necessary.
There is a sieve in the filler neck of the washer
fluid tank. When filling the tank, this sieve retains
large dirt particles so that they do not reach the
ejectors. Do not remove the sieve except for
cleaning. If the sieve is damaged
If the washer is not fitted or not installed, these
dirt particles could enter the system during
delivery and clog the washer ejectors.
— Open the front bonnet → page 242.
— The washer fluid reservoir can be recognised
by the symbol on the cap.
→ fig. 172.
— Check if there is still enough liquid in the tank.
— If replenishment is necessary, mix clean water
(not distilled) with a suitable glass cleaner →
in the correct ratio, as indicated on the
package.
— If the outside temperature is low, add a special
antifreeze liquid to prevent the water from
freezing → .
The washer fluid tank has a capacity of approx. 3
to 7.5 litres (3.1-7.9 quarts), depending on the
equipment.
Windscreen washer fluid
Fig. 172 In the engine compartment: washer fluid
reservoir cap.
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Never mix suitable cleaning agents with other
cleaning agents. This may cause flocculation of
the components and clogging of the cleaning
channels.
ejectors.
Engine oil
Engine oils are adapted to the requirements of the
engines and exhaust gas purification systems, as
well as to the quality of the fuel. In all combustion
engines, for technical design reasons, the oil
comes into contact with combustion residues and
fuel, which influences the ageing of the oil. For the
operation and service life of the engine, it is
important that the oil is not allowed to age.
NOTICE
Never mix unsuitable coolant additives or similar
additives with the windscreen washer fluid.
Otherwise, an oily film may form on the
windscreen, making it difficult to clean the
windscreen.
would considerably improve visibility.
WARNING
NOTICE
If unsuitable liquids and operating media are used
or used improperly, accidents, injuries, burns and
burns may occur.
and serious poisoning.
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Store operating fluids only in their original,
tightly closed containers.
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Never store operating liquids in empty food
cans, bottles or other empty containers, as
they could be ingested by someone else.
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Keep liquids and operating media out of the
reach of children.
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Always read and take into account the
information
and the warnings on the packaging of
operating fluids.
•
When using products that emit harmful
vapours, always work outdoors or in a well-
ventilated area.
WARNING

Volkswagen GLI 2020 Specifications

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Brand	Volkswagen
Model	GLI 2020
Category	Automobile
Language	English