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Fig. 11 Instrument cluster in the dash panel: type 2
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Depending on the equipment level, the scale divisions may look slightly different in type 2 ⇒ Fig. 11
.
Descriptions of the instruments ⇒ Fig. 10 or ⇒ Fig. 11:
Speedometer in km/h or in mph and km/h, depending on vehicle.
Displays⇒ Displays.
Reset button for the trip recorder display (tripyf .
- Press the  button briefly to switch between the trip recorder and the 
odometer.
- Press the  button for about 5 seconds to reset the trip recorder and any 
other indicators in the multifunction display ⇒ Volkswagen information system.
Fuel gauge⇒ Filling the tank.
Rev counter (running engine speed in revolutions x 1,000 per minuteyf .The start of the red 
zone on the dial indicates the maximum engine speed that may be used in each gear when the 
engine is warm and after it has been run in properly. It is advisable to change up a gear or lift 
your foot off the accelerator before the needle reaches the red zone ⇒.
Setting button for the clock or for switching between outside temperature display and 
clock.
- To set the clock, select the time display if not already selected. To do this, push the 
rocker switch ⇒ Fig. 12② up or down, or press setting button ⇒ Fig. 11⑥.
- Press and hold the  button to mark the hour display so that it flashes.
- Press the  button to continue. Press and hold to scroll through quickly.
- Press the  button again briefly to select the minute display so that it flashes.
- Press the  button to continue. Press and hold to scroll through quickly.
- Press the  button again to finish setting the clock.
Changing up a gear early will help to save fuel and minimise engine noise.
Other instruments, such as the outside temperature display, can be shown in the screen of 
the portable navigation device (delivered by Volkswagenyf  ⇒ Accessories, modifications, repairs and 
renewal of parts.
Displays
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, a variety of information can be displayed in the 
instrument cluster ⇒ Fig. 10② or ⇒ Fig. 11②:
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Windscreen washer fluid level Windscreen wiper and washer
Engine oil level Engine oil
Engine coolant level Coolant
Brake fluid level Braking, stopping and parking
Tyre pressure Wheels and tyres
equipment, service fluids and unsuitable tools are not available ⇒ Preparation for working in the 
engine compartment! The work should be carried out by a qualified workshop if you are 
uncertain. Please ensure that the following are checked regularly, preferably every time you fill 
the tank:
Vehicle lighting necessary for traffic safety:
- Turn signals
- Side lights, dipped beam headlights and main beam headlights
- Tail light cluster
- Brake lights
- Rear fog light ⇒ Lights
Information on changing bulbs ⇒ Changing bulbs.
Fuel
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Petrol
⇒ Natural gas
Different engines require different fuels. The factory-fitted sticker on the inside of the tank flap 
indicates the fuel type that is required for your particular vehicle.
Volkswagen recommends using low-sulphur or sulphur-free fuels, to help reduce fuel consumption 
and prevent damage to the engine.
If the engine is not running smoothly or begins to judder, this can indicate poor or inadequate fuel 
quality, e.g. water in the fuel. If these symptoms appear, reduce the vehicle speed immediately and 
drive to the nearest qualified workshop at medium engine speeds, avoiding high engine loading. If 
these symptoms occur immediately after the vehicle has been refuelled, switch the engine off as 
soon as it is safe to do so and seek expert assistance. This can help to prevent further damage.
Additional information and warnings:
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If possible, only use Volkswagen-approved engine oil ⇒. The engine oils listed are multigrade 
high-lubricity oils.
Engine oils are constantly being developed and improved. A Volkswagen dealership is always kept 
up to date on innovations. Volkswagen therefore recommends having engine oil changes done by a 
Volkswagen dealership.
The quality of the engine oil is not only tailored to the requirements of engines and exhaust gas 
treatment systems, but also to fuel quality. Due to the way in which a combustion engine works, 
engine oil always comes into contact with combustion residues and fuel, which has a knock-on 
effect on the ageing process of the oil.
The quality of fuels can vary greatly between individual markets and this must be taken into account 
when selecting the correct engine oil.
The use of engine oils compliant with the VW 504 00 requires a fuel quality compliant with EN 228 
(petrolyf  R U  I X H O  R I  D Q G  H T X L Y D O H Q W  T X D O L W \   Engine oils compliant with VW 504 00 are therefore 
unsuitable for use in a large number of markets.
Permitted engine oil 
specifications ⇒
Alternative engine oil 
specifications⇒
Engine 
type
Fixed service QI1, QI2, QI3, 
QI4, QI7 (based on 
time/distance travelledyf
Only in the EU, Switzerland, 
Norway, Japan and Australia
Petrol 
enginesVW 502 00VW 504 00
Natural gas 
engineVW 502 00-----
 Alternative engine oil specifications may only be used in fixed services QI1, QI2, QI3, QI4 and 
QI7, and only when fuel of a quality compliant with EN 228 (petrolyf   R U  I X H O  R I  D Q  H T X L Y D O H Q W  T X D O L W \   
is available in the particular country.
Checking the engine oil level and refilling engine oil
Fig. 121 Oil dipstick with markings
Fig. 122 In the engine compartment: engine oil filler cap
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
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