If the brakes fail or their braking power is
reduced, the brake fluid level may be too low or
the fluid itself may be too old or inadequate.
•
Have the brake system and brake fluid level
checked regularly!
•
Have the brake fluid changed regularly.
•
If the brake fluid is old and the brakes are used
a lot, vapour bubbles may form. Bubbles
reduce the capacity of the brake fluid.
The braking distances are considerably
increased and can lead to the failure of the
entire braking system.
•
Ensure that the correct brake fluid is used. Only
use brake fluid that expressly complies with
VW 501 14.
•
The use of any other type of brake fluid or a
fluid that is not of the highest quality may
impair the performance of the brakes.
brakes and reduce their braking capacity.
•
If a brake fluid in accordance with VW 501 14
is not available, a brake fluid of the type VW
501 14 may exceptionally be used.
The high quality of the product which meets
the requirements of DIN ISO 4925 CLASS 6 or
the US standard FMVSS 116 DOT 4.
•
The brake fluid used shall be new.
Introduction to the topic
12-volt battery
Brake fluid will damage vehicle paintwork, plastic
parts and tyres if it comes into contact with them.
If brake fluid spills or leaks onto vehicle parts, wipe
it up immediately.
Brake fluid can contaminate the environment.
If any operating fluid leaks out of the
ve, collect it and dispose of it properly.
The 12-volt battery is part of the electrical system
and is responsible for supplying power to the
vehicle's safety-relevant systems. The 12-volt
battery is checked and, if necessary, replaced as
part of maintenance work.
Only carry out work on the electrical system
yourself if you are familiar with the required
operations and the generally applicable safety
precautions and if you have the appropriate tools,
equipment and operating fluids at your disposal.
Improperly performed work can result in serious
injuries → . Have all work carried out by a
specialist workshop. Volkswagen recommends that
this work be carried out by a Volkswagen dealer.
At the end of the chapter, in the section on problems
and solutions, you will find information on the
warning and control signals that light up.
→ p. 256.
Location of the 12-volt battery
The 12-volt battery is located in the engine
compartment.
Explanation of the warning symbols of the
12-volt
battery
Always wear eye protection!
Battery electrolyte is very corrosive.
Always wear protective gloves and eye
protection!
It is forbidden to light fires, cause sparks, use
an unprotected flame or smoke!
Charging the 12-volt battery creates a
highly explosive mixture of detonating
gases!
Always keep children away from the 12-volt
battery electrolyte and the battery!
Always observe the operating instructions!
Brake fluid is toxic.
•
To reduce the danger of poisoning, never use
beverage bottles or other containers.
for the storage of brake fluid. These
receptacles could be confusing and a person
could drink the contents, even if they are
marked accordingly.
•
Always store brake fluid in the original
container, tightly closed and out of the reach
of children.
Work on the 12-volt battery and electrical system
can cause severe burns, fire and electric shock.
Before carrying out work on the
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