Checking and refilling levels
Checking levels Fig. 223
Diagram for the location of the various el-
ements. From time to time, the levels of the different
fluids in the v
ehicl
e must be checked. Never
fill with incorrect fluids, otherwise serious
damage to the engine may be caused.
Coolant expansion tank ››› page 334
Engine oil level dipstick ››› page 333
Engine oil filler cap ››› page 333
Brake fluid reservoir ››› page 337
Battery 1)
››› page 338
1 2
3
4
5 Windscreen washer reservoir
› ›
› page 337 Note
The layout of parts may vary depending on
the engine . 6
Engine oil
Gener al not
es The engine comes with a special, multi-grade
oil that can be used all year r
ound.
Because the use of high-qualit
y oil is essen-
tial for the correct operation of the engine
and its long useful life, when topping up or
changing oil, use only those oils that comply
with VW standards. »1)
In plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) the battery is
in the luggage compartment ››
› page 341
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