Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Things to note for diesel vehicles
Fig. 189 Tank flap open: misfuelling prevention device in the fuel filler
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The fuel filler in diesel vehicles can be fitted with a misfuelling prevention device . The misfuelling prevention device ensures that the vehicle can only be fuelled using suitable diesel pump nozzles .
A fuel nozzle that is worn, damaged or not of the correct specification will not open the misfuelling prevention device.
If the diesel pump nozzle cannot be inserted correctly into the fuel filler, turn the nozzle back and forth while applying light pressure. This can open the misfuelling prevention device and make it possible to refuel the vehicle. If the misfuelling prevention device remains closed, proceed to a qualified workshop to have the system checked.
If it is necessary to refuel the vehicle using a spare fuel canister in the event of an emergency, the misfuelling prevention device will not open. In order to fill the tank with fuel, pour the diesel into the tank extremely slowly in very small quantities.
Filling the tank with petrol, diesel or E85
Fig. 188 Open tank flap with tank cap attached
to the holder
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Switch off the engine, ignition, mobile telephone and
aux ...
Capacities
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Fuel tank capacity
Petrol and diesel engines with front-wheel drive
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Other materials:
Insulating glass windscreen
Fig. 85 Metal-coated windscreen for infrared
reflection with communication window (blue area)
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Insulating glass windscreens have a coating which reflects
infrared radiation. There is a non-coated area above the interior ...
Driving with an automatic gearbox
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The gearbox changes the forward gears up and down automatically.
Driving down hills
The steeper the gradient, the lower the gear you will need. Lower gears increase
the braking effect of the engine. Never allow the vehic ...
Renewing pyrotechnic, electrical and mechanical components of the restraint
system after an accident
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Vehicle diagnostic tester
Note
The airbag control unit can be used for up to 2 side
airbag and/or belt tensioner deploym ...
