The brake fluid level drops slightly during vehicle
operation as the brake pads wear and the brakes
are automatically adjusted. This is normal, and
there is no need to worry about it.
Brake fluid level
The indicator light lights up red
Low brake fluid level is too low.
Do not drive on! Checking the brake fluid level.
Seek expert assistance if the brake fluid level is
too low.
Changing the brake fluid
These should be changed only by a qualified
workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a
Volkswagen dealership. Further information can
be obtained from a correspondingly qualified
workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a
Volkswagen dealership. Have the brake system
filled only with new brake fluid.
WARNING
The brakes may fail or the braking efficiency
may be reduced if the brake fluid level is too
low or if unsuitable brake fluid is used!
● Have the brake system and brake fluid level
checked regularly.
● The brake fluid should be changed regularly.
● Heavy use of the brakes may cause a vapour
lock in the brake system if the brake fluid is
used for a long time. Vapour locks reduce the
braking efficiency, considerably increase
braking distance and can even cause the
brake system to fail completely.
●
Only brake fluid that conforms with the re-
quired specification should be used. Old
brake fluid or unsuitable brake fluid can re-
duce the braking efficiency or even lead to
total brake failure in the brake system or
components! In this way, Volkswagen does
not assume any responsibility (including
quality guarantee) for the resulting vehicle
breakdown and damage. Before using a par-
ticular brake fluid, check that the specifica-
tions printed on the container correspond to
the vehicle requirements.
●
The use of other brake fluid or inferior brake
fluid will worsen the brake function, reduce
the brake efficiency!
●
New brake fluid must be added.
WARNING
Brake fluid is toxic!
● Never store brake fluid in empty food con-
tainers, bottles or any other non-original
containers as people finding these containers
could drink the brake fluid in them!
● Always keep brake fluid out of the reach of
children and only in the closed original con-
tainer to avoid poisoning accidents.
NOTICE
Brake fluid that has leaked or been spilled will at-
tack vehicle surfaces. The vehicle paintwork,
plastic parts and tyres could be damaged as a re-
sult. It should be promptly wiped off the spilled
brake fluid on the paint and other vehicle compo-
nents.
Brake fluid can pollute the environment.
Any spilt service fluids must be cleaned up
and disposed of properly.
12-volt vehicle battery
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the follow-
ing subjects:
–
Checking the battery
178
–
Charging, replacing, disconnecting and
connecting the battery
179
–
Troubleshooting
181
The 12-volt vehicle battery is a component of the
electrical system.
You should only carry out work on the electrical
system if you know exactly how to perform the
required tasks, are aware of the general safety
procedures and have access to the correct equip-
ment, service fluids and suitable tools.
→
. All
work should be carried out by a correspondingly
qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends
using a Volkswagen dealership. Failing to carry
out work correctly can cause serious injuries.
Information on warning and indicator lamps that
light up can be found in the troubleshooting sec-
tions at the end of the chapter.
→
page 181
Checking and refilling
177
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