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WARNING 
Filling the tank with the wrong fuel can damage the vehicle. 
uels that have been approved for the vehicle. 
-approved service additives in the 
approved quantity. 
 
 
CAUTION 
Fuel may run out of a fuel canister. This could cause fire and injuries. 
 
 
Fuels can pollute the environment. Collect any service fluids that escape or are spilled and dispose of 
them correctly. 
 
The tank flap cannot be opened manually. Seek expert assistance in an emergency. 
Fuel types and refuelling 
 Introduction 
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects: 
Fuel standards
Petrol
Diesel
The tank flap is located at the rear right-hand side of the vehicle. 
Different engines require different fuels. There is a factory-fitted sticker in the tank flap that 
indicates the required fuel type for the vehicle.  
     
        
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section 
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 
Fuel standards 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Petrol 
  EN 228 
  DIN 51626-1 
Diesel 
  EN 590 
 EN 590 
Where fuel complying with the specified standard is not available, your Volkswagen dealership or a 
qualified workshop will have information on which available fuels are suitable for the vehicle. 
 
NOTICE 
Using fuel that does not comply with these standards may reduce performance and cause damage to 
the engine and fuel system. 
 
and engine failure. 
Petrol 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Fill vehicles with a petrol engine only with unleaded petrol or petrol with a maximum ethanol 
content of 10 % (E10)  
Fuel grades differ according to the octane number. The vehicle may be filled with petrol that has a 
higher octane number than the engine requires. However, this does not provide any advantage in 
terms of fuel consumption or engine output. 
The fuel quality affects the running properties, performance and service life of the engine. Refuel 
with fuel that already contains suitable service additives  
Information on the fuel standards can be found in the chapter on fuel standards Fuel standards 
 
NOTICE 
Errors during refuelling or unsuitable fuel additives may cause damage to the vehicle.  
     
        
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requirements. 
-approved service additives in the approved quantity. 
emergency, you have to use petrol with an octane number lower than the recommended number, 
drive at medium engine speeds and avoid high engine loading. Avoid high engine speeds and heavy 
engine loads. Refuel with petrol with the correct octane number as soon as possible. 
Diesel 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Fill vehicles with a diesel engine only with diesel or diesel with a maximum RME fuel content of 7 % 
 
If you use diesel with a high sulphur content, the service intervals are shorter. Information on 
countries where the diesel has a high sulphur content is available from your Volkswagen dealership 
or a qualified workshop. 
The fuel quality affects the running properties, performance and service life of the engine. Refuel 
with fuel that already contains suitable service additives  
Information on the fuel standards can be found in the chapter on fuel standards Fuel standards 
Winter-grade diesel fuel and filter preheater system 
Winter-grade diesel fuel, which can be used at temperatures below -20
     
        
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Incorrect refuelling can lead to fire, serious injuries and vehicle damage. 
requirements. 
 
-approved service additives in the approved quantity. 
 
At cold temperatures, louder noises may occur in the diesel engine and the exhaust gas may be 
tinged blue. 
Refuelling 
 
Fig. 158 Behind the tank flap: tank cap. 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
See the section on technical data for information on filling capacities Fuel tank capacity 
Refuelling process 
  button in the driver door. 
 
 it in the opening provided in the tank flap. 
 
 
 
 
WARNING 
Overfilling the fuel tank may cause the fuel to splash out and overflow. This can cause fires, 
explosions and serious injuries. 
  
     
        
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peratures, add a special anti-freeze agent so that the fluid cannot freeze  
The windscreen washer fluid reservoir has a capacity of about 3.0 litres, according to the vehicle 
equipment. 
 
WARNING 
Never mix coolant additive or other unsuitable additives into the washer fluid. These may leave an 
oily film on the screen, restricting the field of vision. 
 
-freeze agent should be added to the washer fluid if necessary. 
 
NOTICE 
cause the ingredients to flocculate and block the washer jets. 
rrect service fluids are filled through the 
correct openings. The use of incorrect service fluids could result in serious malfunctions and engine 
damage. 
Engine oil 
 Introduction 
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects: 
Engine oil standards
Changing engine oil
Engine oil consumption
Checking the engine oil level and refilling the engine oil
Troubleshooting
The engine oils are 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 corresponding effects on 
the ageing process of the oil. The correct engine oil is important for the function and service life of 
the engine. A special multigrade high-lubricity oil has been filled at the factory and this can normally 
be used as an all-season oil.  
     
        
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cable to 
your vehicle Service 
The engine oil and filter change should be carried out by a qualified workshop due to the special 
tools and knowledge required, this also applies to the disposal of used oil. Volkswagen recommends 
using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose. 
More details on the service intervals can be found in the chapter on service Service 
Additives in the engine oil can cause new engine oil to discolour quickly. This is normal and does not 
mean that the engine oil should be changed more frequently. 
 
WARNING 
If, in exceptional cases, you have to carry out an oil change yourself, please observe the following: 
 
 
al when removing the oil drain plug with your fingers to help prevent oil 
from running down your arm. 
engine filling quantity. 
l in empty food containers, bottles or any other non-original containers as 
people finding these containers may not know that they contain engine oil. 
 
 
Before changing the engine oil, first find out where old oil can be disposed of properly near you. 
 
Used oil must be disposed of in accordance with regulations governing the protection of the 
environment. Never dispose of used oil in locations such as gardens, woods, sewerage systems, on 
streets and roads, or in rivers and waterways. 
Engine oil consumption 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Engine oil consumption can vary from engine to engine and can change during the service life of an 
engine. 
The vehicle may consume up to 1.0 litre of engine oil per 2,000 km, depending on your driving style 
and the conditions in which the car is used. In new vehicles, consumption may be higher for the first 
5,000 km. The engine oil level must therefore be checked at regular intervals, preferably each time 
the vehicle is refuelled and before long journeys.