Third-party services
If you are able to use online services provided by a party other than the manufacturer, these
services are the sole responsibility of the provider in question and are subject to this provider's data
protection policy and terms and conditions of use. Volkswagen has no influence over the content
exchanged in these services.
Please refer to the provider in question for information about the type, scope and purpose of the
collection and use of personal data related to third-party services.
Please note the further information on Volkswagen Car-Net services ⇒ Mobile online
services.
Information stickers and plates
Safety certificates, stickers and plates showing important vehicle operation information are factory-
fitted in the engine compartment and on certain vehicle parts, such as the tank flap, front passenger
sun visor, driver door pillar or under/on the luggage compartment floor.
•Never remove or damage the safety certificates, stickers and plates. They must remain legible
at all times.
•If vehicle parts bearing safety certificates, stickers or plates are removed from the vehicle,
replacement safety certificates, stickers or plates with the same information must be applied
properly to the new parts by the qualified workshop.
Safety certificate
There is a safety certificate on the door pillar of the driver door which states that all necessary
safety standards and specifications from the transport safety authorities of the particular country
were met at the time of production. The month and year of production and the chassis number may
also be listed. Observe notes in the owner's manual.
Fluids in the air conditioning system
Refrigerant in the air conditioning system
The sticker in the engine compartment contains information regarding the type and quantity of
refrigerant used in the vehicle's air conditioning system. The sticker is located at the front of the
engine compartment, close to the coolant filler neck.
SymbolDescription
Warning: the air conditioning system must be serviced by trained specialists.
Type of refrigerant.
Type of lubricating oil.
See workshop information (available only for Volkswagen dealershipsyf .
The air conditioning system must be serviced by trained specialists.
Flammable refrigerant.
Make sure that all components are disposed of correctly. Never install components
that have been taken from old vehicles or recycling facilities.
Incorrect use of the diagnostic interface can cause malfunctions, which can result in
accidents and serious injuries.
•Never read the event memory using the diagnostic interface yourself.
•The event memory should only be read out via the diagnostic interface by a qualified
workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
WARNING
Handling the vehicle incorrectly will increase the risk of accident and injuries.
•Comply with legal regulations.
•Observe the owner's manual.
WARNING
Handling the vehicle incorrectly could lead to the vehicle becoming damaged.
•Comply with legal regulations.
•Carry out service jobs in accordance with the specifications.
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