The fuel filler neck of diesel vehicles is equipped with a misfueling guard ⇒ fig. 278. The misfueling
guard helps prevent filling the fuel tank of a diesel vehicle with gasoline, because the guard makes it
difficult to insert any type of filler nozzle other than the type commonly used for diesel fuel.
Damaged, worn out, or incorrect nozzles, as well as other means of refueling (portable fuel
containers, for example) will generally not open the misfueling guard and fuel from these sources
cannot easily flow into the tank. Using these incorrect or non-standard nozzles to refuel your diesel
vehicle can cause fuel spills, which can cause fires, explosions, burns, and other severe injuries.
The misfueling guard can generally only be properly opened with a correct nozzle from a standard
diesel fuel pump. Under certain circumstances it may be necessary to turn the nozzle back and forth
slightly with light pressure to open the misfueling guard. If the misfueling guard cannot be opened this
way, see the nearest authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility and
have the fuel system checked.
.WARNING
Spilled fuel can cause fires, explosions, burns, and other severe injuries.
x Do not refuel from devices other than correct, undamaged standard diesel fuel pump
nozzles.
x Always stop refueling once the pump nozzle switches off so that the tank does not
overflow.
.NOTICE
x It is your responsibility to put the right fuel in your vehicle and any damage that results is
not covered under the Emissions warranties or any other Volkswagen Limited Warranty.
x If you put any amount of the incorrect fuel in the fuel tank, do not start the engine under any
circumstances. Immediately contact the nearest authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized
Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.
x If diesel fuel should get on any rubber hose, it must be wiped off immediately. The same
applies if diesel fuel gets onto other parts of the vehicle, especially paint, tires, or a plastic
part. Wash the contaminated vehicle parts right away with soap and warm water to help
prevent leaks and serious damage.
x Never force a fuel nozzle in the misfueling guard. If you have problems inserting a fuel
nozzle, first check to make sure you are using the correct diesel fuel. If you are, go to a pump
with the standard diesel nozzle. Forcing a fuel nozzle in the misfueling guard can damage it so
that it can no longer help prevent misfueling.
Fuel capacities
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.WARNING
Store AdBlue only in its closed original container and in a safe place.
x To reduce the risk of poisoning, never keep AdBlue in empty food or beverage containers
that might mislead someone into drinking from them.
x Always store AdBlue outside the reach of children.
.NOTICE
x Use only AdBlue that has been explicitly approved by Volkswagen. Using other types of
AdBlue can damage your vehicle's engine.
x Never mix water or any other substances or additives with AdBlue. Damage caused by such
additives will not be covered by any Volkswagen Limited Warranty.
x Never put AdBlue into the diesel fuel tank! Otherwise the engine may be damaged!
x Do not CARry a refill container in the vehicle all the time or routinely. Due to temperature
fluctuations and damage, the container could start leaking and the AdBlue could damage the
vehicle interior.
.Dispose of the refill container in an environmentally-responsible manner.
.Appropriate AdBlue refill containers can be obtained from an authorized Volkswagen dealer or
an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
