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page 9 ÐEngine revolutions counter
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
The red scale of the rev counter 1
» Fig. 2 on page 8 indicates the range in which
the engine control unit begins to limit the engine speed. The engine control unit
restricts the engine speed to a steady limit.
You should shift into the next higher gear before the red scale of the revolution
counter is reached, or move the selector lever into position D if your car is fitted
with an automatic gearbox.
Avoid high engine speeds during the running-in period » page 119, New engine
and before the engine has warmed up to the operating temperature.
To maintain the optimum motor speed, observe the gearshift indica-
tor » page 11. For the sake of the environment
Shifting to a higher gear in good time helps to lower fuel consumption, minimises
operating noise levels, protects the environment and contributes to a longer life
and reliability of the engine. ÐSpeedometer
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
Warning against excessive speeds
An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h.
The audible warning signal is switched off when the vehicle speed falls below
this speed limit.
Note
This function is only valid for some countries. Ð7
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ä Coolant temperature gauge
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
The coolant temperature gauge 4
» Fig. 2 on page 8 operates only when the ig-
nition is switched on.
The following guidelines regarding the temperature ranges must be observed to
avoid any damage to the engine.
Cold range
If the pointer is still in the left area of the scale it means that the engine has not
yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid high speeds, full throttle and high
engine loads.
The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer moves
into the mid-range of the scale, for a normal style of driving. The pointer may also
move further to the right at high engine loads and high outside temperatures. CAUTION
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the fresh air in-
let impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant. There is then a risk of the engine
overheating at high outside temperatures and high engine loads »
page 19. Ð Fuel gauge
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 8.
The fuel gauge 7
» Fig. 2 on page 8 only operates when the ignition is switched
on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 55 litres. The indicator light in the instru-
ment cluster lights up when the pointer reaches the reserve mark-
ing » page 22 .
An audible signal sounds as a warning signal. £
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Instruments and Indicator Lights
Changing engine oil
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 136.
The engine oil must be changed at the intervals stated in the Service schedule or
according to the service interval indicator » page 10, Service Interval Display.CAUTION
Additives must not be added to the engine oil - risk of causing considerable dam-
age to parts of the engine! Damage, which results from such product, are exclu-
ded from the warranty. Note
If your skin has come into contact with oil, it must be washed thoroughly. ÐCoolant
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 136.
The cooling system is filled with a coolant in the factory.
The coolant consists of water with a concentration of coolant additive of 40 %.
This mixture provides antifreeze protection down to -25
°C and also protects the
cooling and heating system from corrosion. It also prevents the formation of scale
and significantly increases the boiling point of the coolant.
The concentration of coolant must therefore not be reduced by adding water dur-
ing the summer months or in countries with a warm climate. The concentration of
coolant additive in the coolant must be at least 40 %.
If a higher concentration of antifreeze is required for climatic reasons, the amount
of coolant additive can only be increased up to 60 % (antifreeze protection down
to approx. -40 °C). The antifreeze protection tails off above that concentration.
Vehicles exported to countries with a cold climate are already factory-filled with a
coolant which offers antifreeze protection down to about -35 °C. In these coun-
tries the concentration of coolant additive should be at least 50 %.
When refilling, we only recommend you use the same antifreeze written on the
antifreeze expansion tank » Fig. 117 on page 141.
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Coolant capacity
Petrol engines Capacities (in litres)
1.2 l/51 kW 5.5
1.2 ltr./63 kW TSI 7.7
1.2 ltr./77 kW TSI 7.7
1.4 l/63 kW 5.5
1.6 l/77 kW 5.5 Diesel engines
Capacities (in litres)
1.2 ltr./55 kW TDI CR DPF 6.6
1.6 ltr./66 kW TDI CR DPF 8.4
1.6 ltr./77 kW TDI CR DPF 8.4 CAUTION
■ Other coolant additives that do not comply with the correct specifications can
above all significantly reduce the anticorrosion effect.
■ Any faults resulting from corrosion may cause a loss of coolant and can conse-
quently result in major engine damage! Note
On vehicles that are fitted with an auxiliary heater (auxiliary heating and ventila-
tion), the coolant capacity is approx. 1 l larger. Ð
140 General Maintenance
Child safety
Side airbag 116
Child safety lock 26
Child seat Classification 116
ISOFIX 117
on the front passenger seat 115
Suitability 117
TOP TETHER 118
Chrome parts refer to Taking care of your vehicle 129
Cigarette lighter 60
Cleaning 127
Artificial leather 132
Headlight lenses 130
Material coverings 132
Materials 132
Natural leather 132
Plastic parts 129
Wheels 131
Climatronic Recirculated air mode 74
Clock 11
Clothes hooks 65
Cockpit 12-volt power socket 61
Ashtray 60
Cigarette lighter 60
General view 7
Light 41
Storage compartments 61
Compartments 61
Computer see Multifunction display 12
Coolant Checking 141
Replenishing 141
Coolant temperature gauge display 9
Correct seated position 101
Counter for distance driven 10Cruise control system (CCS) 83
Cup holders 59
D
Daylight driving light 37
Deactivating an airbag 113
Defrsoting rear window 42
Delayed locking of the boot lid see Boot lid 32
Diesel refer to Fuel 136
Diesel fuel Operation in winter 136
Diesel particulate filter 22
Digital clock 11
Dipstick 139
Display Service interval 10
Distance driven 10
Door Child safety lock 26
Doors Emergency locking 31
Driving Abroad 123
Driving through water on the street 124
Emissions 176
Fuel consumption 176
Maximum speed 180
E
Economical and environmentally friendly driving 120
EDL 81
Electrical power windows Button in the driver's door 33, 34
Button in the rear door 34
Central locking system 35
Operational faults 35Electronic differential lock 81
Electronic immobiliser 77
Emergency Automatic gearbox 90
Changing a wheel 157
Hazard warning light system 40
Jump-starting 163
locking of the doors 31
Selector lever-unlocking 91
Towing the vehicle 164
Tyre repair 160
Unlocking the boot lid 33
Emissions 176
Engine Running in 119
Starting and stopping the engine 76
Engine compartment Brake fluid 142
Coolant 140
Overview 138
Vehicle battery 143
Engine oil Capacity 179
Changing 140
Checking 139
Engine oil 19
Replenishing 139
Specification 179
Engine revolutions counter 9
Environment 120
Environmental compatibility 122
Environmentally friendly driving 120
ESC Function 80
Warning light 20
F
Fire extinguisher 156
First-aid kit 156
Floor mats 82
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