This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Washing the vehicle
→ Washing the vehicle with a high-pressure cleaner→ Cleaning windows and exterior mirrors
→ Cleaning and changing windscreen wiper blades→ Waxing and polishing the vehicle
→ Cleaning and caring for chrome and aluminium trim parts→ Cleaning wheels
→ Care of rubber seals→ De-icing the door lock cylinders
→ Underseal→ Cleaning the engine compartment
Regular and expert care helps to maintain the value of the vehicle. Proper maintenance may also be one of the requirements for the approval of warranty claims in the event of corrosion or paint defects.
Suitable care products are available from Volkswagen dealers.
Additional information and warnings:
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NOTICE
Overview of fitting locations - operating and display unit, air conditioning
system with electric/manual controls
Note
A warning lamp in the instrument panel controls will
indicate that the selected function is active.
If the warning lamp does not light up after the
AC button is pressed, a fault may be
stored in the control ...
Removing and installing front passenger side window regulator button -E716-
Note
The removal and installation procedures are described for
LHD vehicles. Removal and installation for RHD vehicles are
similar.
Removing
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Remove front door trim panel
→ ...
Gear oil
Draining and filling gear oil
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Used oil collection and extraction unit -V.A.G 1782-
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