2017 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG fuel

WARNING
Improper care and cleaning of vehicle components can impact the safety features of the ve-hicle and cause severe injuries.
x Always clean and maintain vehicle components according to manufacturer's instructions.
x Only use approved or recommended cleaners.
NOTICE
Vehicle care products containing solvents can damage plastics and other vehicle the materials.
Wash the vehicle only at specifically designated wash locations to prevent water contaminated with oil, grease and fuel from entering the storm drain sewer system. In some areas it is against the law to wash motor vehicles anywhere than other than at specified designated car washing locations.
When buying vehicle care products, try to choose those that are not harmful to the environment.
Never throw out vehicle care products with ordinary household waste. Always read and heed all the instructions and all WARNINGS on the package.
Washing the vehicle

Plenum chamber
The plenum chamber is located in the engine compartment between windshield and engine, under a perforated cover. Outside air is taken into the vehicle interior from the plenum chamber via the climate control system.
Regularly remove leaves and other loose objects from the plenum chamber cover by hand or with a vacuum cleaner.
WARNING
Injuries, scalding, electric shock, accidents and fire hazards can occur while working on the engine or in the engine compartment!
x Before working in the engine compartment, be sure to familiarize yourself with the neces-
sary procedures and generally accepted safety precautions ⇒ page 570, Working in the en-gine compartment.
x Volkswagen recommends having the work performed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
NOTICE
Spraying or pouring water (e.g. with power washer) into the plenum chamber can cause severe damage to the vehicle.
Wash the engine compartment only in special wash bays so that the oily dirt and fuel residue that are washed off the vehicle will not enter the sewage system. In some areas it illegal to wash the en-gine compartment anywhere other than at such specified locations.

x Replacement parts may not be readily available.
x DVD navigation systems for vehicles built for the United States and Canada will not necessarily work in Europe, and may not work in other countries outside of North America.
NOTICE
Volkswagen is not responsible for mechanical damage that may result from substandard fuel or service or the unavailability of Genuine Volkswagen parts.
x Volkswagen is not responsible if the vehicle does not meet the respective legal require-ments in other countries and continents.
Radio antenna and reception

Frequently asked questions
If you suspect a malfunction or vehicle damage, read and follow the following advice before contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. You may also find helpful information under “Characteristics” and “Checklist” in the index.

Description Possible causes
among others Possible remedy
Engine does not
start.
Vehicle battery dead. – Perform jump-start
– Charge vehicle battery
The wrong remote
control vehicle key is
used.
Use a valid remote control
vehicle key
Fuel level too low. Refuel
AdBlue fill level too
low. Refill AdBlue
Vehicle cannot be
locked or unlocked
using remote con-
trol vehicle key.
– Battery in remote
control vehicle key
dead.
– Too far away from
vehicle.
(out of range).
– Buttons have been
pressed too many
times.
– Replace battery
–. Move closer to vehicle.
– Synchronize remote con-
trol vehicle key
– Lock or unlock vehicle
manually
Unusual noises.
Cold engine, brake-
assistance systems,
electronic parking
brake.
Check the “Noises” entry in
the keyword index.
Odd driving behav-
ior.
Assistance systems
activated.
Check the “Assistance sys-
tems” entry in the keyword
index.
Driver seat and
outer mirrors move
Convenience settings
are stored.
Correct convenience set-
tings

Description Possible causes
among others Possible remedy
when vehicle is
unlocked. Memory-seat settings
are stored.
– Reassign seat setting
– Clear memory-seat
memory
Front seats cannot
be adjusted with
power controls.
Vehicle battery dead. Charge vehicle battery
Fuse blown. Check fuse and replace if
necessary
No jack in vehicle
or no collapsible
spare tire or tire
mobility set in ve-
hicle.
Equipment differs
depending on vehicle.
No direct corrective action
possible because this de-
pends on the equipment.
Contact an authorized
Volkswagen dealer or an
authorized Volkswagen Ser-
vice Facility for assistance
Vehicle has mobility
tires.
Features do not
work as described
in this Manual.
Settings were
changed in the
Volkswagen Infor-
mation System or
Infotainment System.
Check and reset to factory
settings if necessary or
Headlights do not
light up the road as
they should.
– Headlights incorrect-
ly adjusted.
– Light bulbs burned
out.
– Low beams not
switched on.
– Adjust headlight range
– Change light bulbs
– Switch on low beams
Electrical appli-
ances do not work.
Vehicle battery charge
too low. Charge vehicle battery
Remaining fuel level
too low. Refuel
Fuse blown. Check fuse and replace if
necessary

Description Possible causes
among others Possible remedy
Fuel consumption
higher than indi-
cated.
– Short hauls.
– “Jumpy accelerator
pedal”.
– Avoid traveling short dis-
tances
– Drive defensively.
– Accelerate smoothly.
Electrical loads
switched on.
Switch off unnecessary
loads.
Engine control mal-
functioning.
Have the malfunction cor-
rected.
Tire pressure too low. Adjust tire pressure
Driving in the moun-
tains.
No direct corrective action
possible.
Towing a trailer or roof
rack.
– Check use.
– Remove if not in use.
Driving with heavy
payload.
No direct corrective action
possible.
Driving at high engine
speed. Select a higher gear.

Checklist
For your own safety and that of your passengers, carry out the following steps in the order listed ⇒ :
1. Park the vehicle at safe distance from traffic and on a suitable surface ⇒ .
2. Switch on emergency flashers by pressing the  switch ⇒ fig. 327.
3. Apply the electronic parking brake to help prevent the vehicle from moving.
4. Shift the transmission into Park (P)
5. Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition switch
6. Have all passengers exit and go to a safe location away from moving traffic, such as behind a guard rail.
7. Take all vehicle keys with you when leaving your vehicle.
8. Set up a warning triangle or other warning device in order to alert other motorists and cyclists.
9. Let the engine cool down and get expert assistance if necessary.
If the emergency flashers are on, use the turn signal lever to indicate a direction or lane change, for example when the vehicle is being towed. This temporarily interrupts the emergency flashers.
Switch on the emergency flashers when:
x Traffic suddenly slows down or stops in front of you to warn those approaching from behind.
x In any emergency situation.
x If the vehicle breaks down.
x When being towed.
Always obey traffic laws that govern the use of emergency flashers where you are driving.
If the emergency flashers are not working, a different method – as permitted by law – must be used to alert other motorists and cyclists to the breakdown.
WARNING
Disregarding the safety-related checklist may lead to accidents and serious injuries.
x Always review and follow the checklist. Follow accepted safety practices and use common sense.
WARNING
The vehicle exhaust system and the catalytic converter or diesel particulate filter get very hot and can cause a fire and serious personal injury.
x Never park where parts of the hot exhaust system or catalytic converter could ignite flammable materials, such as dry grass, brush, leaves, spilled fuel, etc.
The vehicle battery will be drained if the emergency flashers are on for a long time – even if the ignition is switched off.

WARNING
Improper use of jumper cables when jump-starting a vehicle with a dead battery can cause the battery to explode, leading to serious personal injury. To help reduce the risk of battery explosion:
x All work on the batteries or the electrical system in your vehicle can cause serious acid burns, fires, or electrical shocks. Always read and heed the following WARNINGS and safety
precautions before working on the batteries or the electrical system ⇒  12 Volt vehicle bat-tery.
x Always make sure that the battery providing starting assistance (the booster battery) has the same voltage as the dead battery (12 V) and about the same amperage capacity (see bat-tery label).
x Never jump-start a vehicle with a thawed or frozen battery. The battery can explode. A dead battery can freeze at temperatures around +32 °F (0 °C).
x A battery that is frozen or was frozen, but has since thawed, must be replaced.
x When the vehicle battery is jump-started, it gives off hydrogen gas, which is highly explo-sive! Always keep fire, sparks, open flame, and smoking materials far away from vehicle bat-teries. Never use a cellular telephone while connecting or disconnecting jumper cables.
x Jump-start batteries only in well-ventilated areas. Batteries give off highly explosive hy-drogen gas during jump-starting.
x Always route the jumper cables so that they cannot get caught in any moving parts in the engine compartment.
x Never short out the battery terminals by connecting the positive terminal (+) and negative (–) terminals with each other.
x Never connect the negative cable from the other vehicle directly to the negative terminal of the dead battery, as this may cause the hydrogen gas given off by the dead battery to ex-plode.
x Never attach the negative cable from the vehicle providing starting assistance to any part of the fuel system or to the brake hoses or brake lines.
x Never allow the non-insulated parts of the battery clamps to touch.
x Never allow the jumper cable attached to the positive battery terminal to contact metal parts of the vehicle.
x Always follow the instructions of the jumper cable manufacturer.
NOTICE
To help prevent extensive damage to the vehicle electrical system, read and heed the follow-ing:
x Connecting jumper cables improperly can cause a short circuit and do expensive damage to the vehicle's electrical system.
x Do not let the vehicles touch each other while the jumper cables are connected. If they do, electrical current may flow between the vehicles when the positive (+) terminals are connected, causing electrical system damage.