This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning lamp
→ Checking the electrolyte level of the vehicle battery→ Charging, replacing, disconnecting and connecting the vehicle battery
The vehicle battery is a component of the electrical system in the vehicle.
Never carry out any work on the electrical system if you are not familiar with the necessary procedures and the general safety requirements, or if you only have access to unsuitable tools . The work should be carried out by a qualified workshop if you are uncertain. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose. Serious injuries can be caused if work is carried out incorrectly.
Location of the vehicle battery
The vehicle battery is located in the engine compartment.
Explanation of the warnings on the vehicle battery
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Always wear eye protection! |
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Electrolyte is very corrosive and caustic. Always wear protective gloves and eye protection! |
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No fires, sparks, naked lights or smoking! |
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A highly explosive mixture of gases is given off when the vehicle battery is charging! |
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Always keep children away from acid and the vehicle battery! |
Additional information and warnings:
WARNING
NOTICE
After starting the engine with a discharged vehicle battery, or after the battery has been changed, system settings (time, date, personal convenience settings and programming) may have been changed or deleted. Check and correct the settings as necessary once the vehicle battery has been sufficiently charged.
Assembly overview - steering column
Note
Always renew self-locking nuts.
Always renew corroded nuts and bolts.
Always renew nuts and bolts that have been tightened further by a
set angle.
1 -
Central pipe of dash panel
2 -&nb ...
Removing and installing Valeo heat exchanger, RHD vehicles
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Drip tray for workshop hoist -VAS 6208-
Hose clamps up to 25 mm -3094-
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Assembly overview - auxiliary heater, interior
1 -
Bolts
7 Nm
2 -
Heat exchanger
Removing and installing
→ Chapter.
3 -
Seal
Must be renewed after every opening.
Note fitting pos ...