Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Diesel particulate filter
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The diesel particulate filter filters out soot particles in the exhaust gas. The soot particles are collected in the filter and burnt off. To assist in this combustion process, Volkswagen recommends that you avoid making only short journeys.
- Only use diesel with low sulphur levels .
- Never use petrol or heating oil.
- Never use biodiesel. It is permissible for the fuel manufacturer to mix biodiesel within the scope of EN 590 .
- Never allow the fuel tank to run completely dry.
- Do not overfill engine oil .
- Do not tow-start the vehicle. Use jump leads .
To minimise blockage of the diesel particulate filter, the engine speed in vehicles
with an automatic gearbox may increase slightly in order to automatically initiate
the cleaning process of the diesel particulate filter. However, the indicator lamp
will not light up.
Even when the exhaust purification system is working perfectly, there may be a smell of sulphur from the exhaust in some conditions. This depends on the sulphur content of the fuel being used.
Catalytic converter
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The catalytic converter is used for exhaust gas post-treatment
and helps to reduce exhaust emissions. To help ensure long- ...
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Other materials:
Rules for cleanliness for working on the auxiliary heater and the fuel
system
Thoroughly clean all connections and adjacent areas before
disconnecting.
Place parts that have been removed on a clean surface and
cover. Do not use fluffy cloths!
Carefully cover or seal opened components i ...
Checking oil pressure
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Oil pressure tester -V.A.G 1342-
Procedure
Oil level OK: checking
→ Booklet.
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Adjusting the
head restraints
Fig. 46 Adjusting front head restraint
Fig. 47 Adjusting rear head restraint
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Every seat is fitted with a head restraint. The centre
rear head restraint is designed solely for use with the centre rear seat. This head ...
