2015 VOLKSWAGEN CC service

Your engine was factory-filled with a high-quality, “synthetic” all-
season engine oil that meets strict Volkswagen oil quality standards
and has a viscosity grade of SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30. You can use
this oil for normal driving in all temperatures.
If you need to add oil between oil changes, use only a high quality oil
that expressly complies with the Volkswagen oil quality standard
specified for your vehicle's engine:

Engines Engine oil specification
200 hp (147 kW), 2.0L
VW 502 00
VW 503 00
VW 504 00
280 hp (206 kW), 3.6L
VW 501 01
VW 502 00
VW 503 00

At the time this Manual was printed, the engine oils available in the
U.S. that meet these Volkswagen standards are “synthetic” oils. This
does not mean, however, that any “synthetic” engine oil will meet
Volkswagen standards. Always use an approved oil that expressly
complies with the Volkswagen oil quality standard that applies to your
vehicle's engine.
General recommendations:
If “synthetic” oil that meets the applicable Volkswagen oil quality
standard with viscosity grade SAE 5W-40 or SAE 5W-30 is not avail-
able in your area, be sure to use a viscosity grade suitable for the
climate, season, and operating conditions that exist where the vehicle
is used. Make sure the oil meets the quality standard.
Engine oils are constantly being improved. Authorized Volkswagen
dealers and authorized Volkswagen Service Facilities are always up-
to-date regarding new developments and changes. Volkswagen
therefore recommends that you have the engine oil changed by an
authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service
Facility.

dipstick are located, see your authorized Volkswagen dealer or au-
thorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.
5. Remove the dipstick from the guide tube and wipe the dipstick off
using a clean cloth.
6. Reinsert the dipstick into the guide tube and push it all the way in. If
there is an alignment tab on the engine oil dipstick, make sure it
lines up with the notch in the guide tube, and that the dipstick goes
all the way in.
7. Remove the dipstick again and read the oil level on the dipstick
⇒ fig. 165 as described below:
(A): Do not add any oil ⇒ . Continue with step 15.
(B): Oil may be added (about 1 pint / 0.5 liter). Continue with step 8
or step 15.
(C): You must add oil (about 1 quart / 1.0 liter). Continue with step
8.
8. After reading the oil level, reinsert the dipstick back into the guide
tube and push it all the way in.
9. Remove the cap on the engine oil filler opening ⇒ fig. 166.
10. Only add engine oil that Volkswagen has approved for that
engine. Add the oil gradually in small quantities (no more than
1 pint / 0.5 liter).
11. To help prevent overfilling, you must wait about 1 minute each
time you add oil so that the oil can flow into the oil pan up to the
marking on the dipstick.
12. Read the oil level on the dipstick again before adding another
small amount, if necessary. Never add too much oil ⇒ .
13. After adding oil, the level must at least be in the center of the
⇒ fig. 165 (B) area, but never above (A) ⇒ .
14. After adding oil, securely install the cap on the engine oil filler
opening. Otherwise, oil could leak out while the engine is running.
15. Insert the oil dipstick back in the guide tube and push it all the
way in.
16. Close the hood ⇒ 
Engine oil level ranges

fig. 165 Required action according to the respective en-
gine oil level:
Range (A) Do not refill oil ⇒ .
Range (B) You may add oil (about 1 pint / 0.5 liter). The oil level
may go into the (A) range, but not above the (A)
range.
Range (C) You must add oil (about 1 quart / 1.0 liter). After add-
ing oil, make sure that the oil level is about in the
middle of the (B) range.

WARNING
Engine oil can ignite when it touches hot engine parts. This can
cause fires, burns, and other severe injuries.
Never spill oil on the engine. Oil spilled on a cold engine can
also cause a fire when the engine warms up.
Always make certain that you screw the cap of the engine oil
filler opening back on tightly after adding oil and that the dip-
stick has been pushed all the way back into the in the guide
tube. This helps prevent engine oil from leaking onto the hot
engine when the engine is running.
NOTICE
Do not start the engine if the engine oil level is above range
(A). Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized
Volkswagen Service Facility. Otherwise the catalytic converter
and engine can be damaged!
When changing or topping off fluids, make sure that you pour
the fluids into the correct reservoirs. Adding the wrong type of
operating fluids will cause serious malfunctions and engine
damage.
The engine oil level should never be above range (A). Otherwise
oil can be drawn in by the crankcase ventilation system and enter the
atmosphere via the exhaust system.

WARNING
If you must change the engine oil yourself, be sure to take the
following precautions:
Always wear eye protection.
To reduce the risk of burns from hot engine oil, let the engine
cool down completely before beginning.
When removing the oil drain plug with your fingers, stay as
far away as possible. Always keep your forearm parallel to the
ground to help prevent hot oil from running down your arm.
Drain the oil into a container designed for this purpose, one
large enough to hold at least the total amount of oil in your en-
gine.
To reduce the risk of poisoning, never drain the oil into emp-
ty food or beverage containers that might mislead someone in-
to drinking from them.
Engine oil is poisonous and must be stored out of the reach
of children.
Continuous contact with used engine oil is harmful to your
skin. Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with
soap and water.
Before changing the oil, first make sure you know where you can
properly dispose of the old oil.
Dispose of the old oil an environmentally-responsible manner.
Never dump the old oil on garden soil, in wooded areas, in the street,
into streams, rivers, or bodies of water, or down sewage drains.
Recycle used oil by taking it to a collection facility for used engine
oil in your area, or contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Volkswagen recommends that you always have your oil and oil
filter changed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized
Volkswagen Service Facility. They have the required expertise and
special tools and will dispose of the old oil properly.

Flashes
Temperature
gauge
needle
⇒ fig. 167
Possible
cause Proper response
(B)
Normal range
Engine coolant
level too low.
Check the engine coolant
level after the engine has
cooled down and add en-
gine coolant if low.
If the engine coolant level
is correct or the problem
continues after adding
coolant, do not drive any
farther. Contact an au-
thorized Volkswagen deal-
er or authorized
Volkswagen Service Facili-
ty.
These instructions apply
only when the coolant
temperature stays in the
normal range. Stop imme-
diately if the needle goes
into the red warning zone
(C).
–
Engine coolant
system
malfunction.

failure. If you have added non-distilled water, take the vehicle
immediately to an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an author-
ized Volkswagen Service Facility to have the coolant system
drained, flushed, and refilled completely with the proper coolant.
Refill engine coolant only up to the top edge of the marked fill
range ⇒ fig. 168. Excess engine coolant may be forced out of the
engine cooling system when it gets hot and cause damage.
In the case of significant engine coolant loss, refill engine
coolant only when the engine is completely cooled down. Signif-
icant engine coolant loss is a sign of leaks in the cooling sys-
tem. Have the engine cooling system checked immediately by an
authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Ser-
vice Facility. Otherwise the engine may be damaged!
When changing or topping off operating fluids, make sure that
you pour the fluids into the correct reservoirs. Serious malfunc-
tions and engine damage can result if you pour operating fluids
into the wrong reservoir.

Never use or attempt to charge a damaged or frozen battery,
or a battery that was frozen but has thawed. Charging a frozen
or thawed battery could cause explosions and chemical burns!
Replace damaged or frozen vehicle batteries immediately. A
dead battery can freeze at temperatures around +32 °F (0 °C).
If the battery has a vent line or tube, make sure that it is
properly connected to the battery.
Always make sure that the vent line is securely attached to a
vehicle battery that is located in the luggage compartment.
WARNING
California Proposition 65 Warning
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain
lead and lead components, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash your
hands after handling.
NOTICE
Do not expose the vehicle battery to direct sunlight for an ex-
tended period of time as ultraviolet rays may damage the battery
housing.
If the vehicle is left standing in the cold for a long time, protect
the vehicle battery from freezing. A battery will be permanently
damaged by freezing.
Undeployed battery isolator modules are classified as Perchlo-
rate Material. Special handling may apply – see
http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Obey all appli-
cable legal requirements regarding handling and disposal of the vehi-
cle or parts of its restraint system, including airbag modules and safe-
ty belts with pretensioners. Authorized Volkswagen dealers and au-
thorized Volkswagen Service Facilities are familiar with the require-
ments, and we recommend that you have them perform this service
for you.
Emergency starting and starting the engine with a very weak ve-
hicle battery or after the vehicle battery has been replaced may

Vehicles with 3.6 liter engines: Open the luggage compartment lid
⇒  Luggage compartment lid.
Opening the battery cover
Depending on the engine type, there are different kinds of battery
covers:
Vehicles with 2.0 liter engines: Press on the clip in direction of the
arrow ⇒ fig. 170 (1) and remove the cover upward.
Vehicles with 3.6 liter engines: Remove the trim panel to access
the vehicle battery ⇒ fig. 171.
Checking the vehicle battery acid level
If the lighting conditions are poor, use a flashlight so that you can
clearly see the battery acid level indicator and tell what color it is.
Never use an open flame or an unprotected light source.
The round battery window (“acid level indicator”) on the top of the
battery changes color, depending on the battery's electrolyte level.

Color Action
Light yellow
or colorless
Battery electrolyte level is too low.
The vehicle battery may need to be
replaced. Have it checked by an
authorized Volkswagen dealer or an
authorized Volkswagen Service Fa-
cility.
Black Battery electrolyte level is satisfacto-
ry.