The service events differ according to oil change service and inspection. The service interval display
in the display of the instrument cluster serves as a reminder for the due date of the next service
event.
Your vehicle will receive either the fixed service or flexible service for the oil change service,
depending on the vehicle equipment, the engine type and the operating conditions.
How do I know which type of service my vehicle needs?
⇒ Fig. 210 (arrow) ⇒ Technical data .
Service eventa) PR No. Service type Service interval
Oil change service QI1 Fixed Every 5,000 km or 1 yearb).
QI2 Every 7,500 km or 1 yearb).
QI3 Every 10,000 km or 1 yearb).
QI4 Every 15,000 km or 1 yearb).
QI6 Flexible According to service interval display.
Inspection According to service interval display.
Observe the information on engine oil specifications according to VW standards ⇒ Engine oil .
Features of the flexible service
With the flexible service, you only need to have an oil change service carried out if your vehicle
requires one. Individual operating conditions and personal driving style are taken into account in
order to determine this point in time. An important part of the flexible service is the use of LongLife
engine oil instead of conventional oil.
Observe the information on engine oil specifications according to VW standards ⇒ Engine oil .
If you do not wish to have the flexible service, you can opt for the fixed service instead. However, a
fixed service can affect your service costs. Your service advisor will be pleased to help.
Service interval display
Scheduled services at Volkswagen are displayed in the service interval display in the instrument
cluster ⇒ Service interval display or in the Vehicle settings menu in the Infotainment system
⇒ Vehicle settings menu . This service interval display provides information on services that include
an oil change or inspection. When an individual service is due, additional work that is due can also be
carried out, e.g. changing brake fluid and spark plugs.
a) Information is stated for vehicles used under normal operating conditions.
b) Whichever comes first.
WARNING
Care products may be toxic and hazardous. Unsuitable care products and incorrect application of
care products can cause accidents, severe injuries, burns or poisoning.
facturer's instructions.
-ventilated rooms so that you do not breathe in any toxic
vapours.
e fluids for vehicle care.
These substances are toxic and highly inflammable.
NOTICE
Soiling with aggressive and solvent-based ingredients can cause irreparable damage to the vehicle
equipment, even if left for only a short time, e.g. on seat padding or trim parts.
1) Suitable accessories are available from your Volkswagen dealership. Follow the application
instructions on the packaging.
Washing the vehicle
Thoroughly wash the underside of the vehicle on a regular basis to remove road salt or sea water
residue.
Automatic car washes
Always observe all the car wash operator's specifications, particularly if your vehicle has add-on
parts ⇒ .
ar washes without brushes.
⇒ Information on
steering .
⇒ Operating the wiper lever and the rain/light sensor before using
the car wash.
High-pressure cleaner
After the car has been washed, the brakes may react slowly and the braking distance will be
increased as the brake discs and pads will be wet, or possibly iced up in winter.
-ice the brakes by performing careful braking manoeuvres. Do not endanger any other
road users when doing this.
NOTICE
Serious vehicle damage can be caused if the vehicle is not washed correctly.
could freeze up.
NOTICE
Painted parts and surfaces with a matt finish, unpainted plastic parts, headlight lenses and tail light
clusters can be damaged if the vehicle is not washed correctly.
-painted vehicle only in a textile car wash.
-painted surfaces with hot wax.
-painted surfaces.
Wash the vehicle only in specially designated washing areas. This prevents any waste water
contaminated with oil from entering the sewerage system.
Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior
Fig. 211 Between the engine compartment and the windscreen: plenum chamber (illustration).
Sensors, camera lenses:
clean the area in front of the sensors or camera with a soft cloth and solvent-free cleaning agent.
Observe the installation locations ⇒ Vehicle overviews .
camera lens.
Clean sensitive surfaces on the rain/light sensor and the camera window on the windscreen in the
same way as windows and glass surfaces (depending on vehicle equipment).
Remove snow with a hand brush. Do not use warm or hot water. Use the Volkswagen Genuine de-
icing agent (- 000 096 322 -) to remove ice.
Decorative films, protective films:
Remove soiling as for paint. Always use Volkswagen Genuine plastic cleaner (- 000 096 314 -) for
matt decorative films.
Treat the vehicle with liquid hard wax every three months after washing and removing dust. Use
only clean, soft microfibre cloths to apply it. Do not use hot wax, even in car washes.
Trim parts, trim strips, exhaust pipes made of chrome, aluminium or stainless steel:
Clean only using a clean, soft cloth and a mild soap solution2) in a dust-free environment.
Chrome parts can be protected using Volkswagen Genuine hard wax (- 000 096 317 -).
Anodised surfaces: do not use chrome cleaning products.
Headlights, tail light clusters:
Use a soft sponge soaked with a mild soap solution2). Do not use any cleaning agents that contain
alcohol or solvents.
nium care product (-
000 096 319 D -).
Wheels:
Remove dirt and gritting salt deposits with plenty of water.
Alloy wheels: treat dirty aluminium wheels with Volkswagen Genuine wheel rim cleaner (-
000 096 304 -). Volkswagen recommends treating the wheel rims with Volkswagen Genuine hard
wax (- 000 096 317 -) every three months.
-up pen. Go to a qualified
workshop if necessary.
- 000 096 304 -).
Door lock cylinders:
Textiles, microfibre cloth, leatherette:
Remove any dirt with Volkswagen Genuine interior cleaning agent (- 000 096 301 -). Never treat
materials with leather care agents, solvents, wax polish, shoe cream, stain removers or similar
substances.
icles adhering to surfaces: remove with a vacuum cleaner on a regular basis so that the
material is not permanently damaged by abrasion.
- 000 096 301 -). Dab off
dissolved grease and colour particles with an absorbent cloth and then treat with water if necessary.
-
000 096 301 -) and use a mild soap solution1) if necessary.
Natural leather:
Remove fresh soiling with a cotton cloth and mild soap solution1). Do not allow fluids to seep into
the seams.
Treat any dried stains with Volkswagen Genuine leather cleaner (- 000 096 323 -).
Regularly and each time after having finished cleaning, apply care cream with light protection and
impregnating properties. Use a special coloured leather cream if necessary. If the vehicle is parked
outdoors for long periods, you should cover the leather to protect it from direct sunlight.
Never treat leather with solvents, wax polish, shoe cream, stain removers or similar.
-based soiling, e.g. oil: remove fresh stains with an absorbent cloth.
leather cleaner (- 000 096 323 -).
Plastic parts:
Use a soft, moist cloth.
If stubborn soiling cannot be removed with mild soap solution1), use a solvent-free plastic cleaning
agent if necessary, e.g. Volkswagen Genuine plastic cleaner (- 000 096 314 -).
Trim parts, trim strips made of chrome, aluminium or stainless steel:
Clean using a clean, soft cloth and a mild soap solution1) in a dust-free environment.
Anodised surfaces: do not use chrome cleaning products.
Controls:
Remove coarse dirt and other dirt that is difficult to reach using a soft brush. Then use a clean, soft
cloth and a mild soap solution1). Do not allow liquids to enter the controls.
Displays:
Use a Volkswagen Genuine cleaning cloth (- 000 096 166 A -) with a little water, a suitable glass
cleaner or LCD cleaner. Do not clean displays with a dry cloth.
Carry out servicing work in accordance with the specifications.
Fluids in the air conditioning system
Refrigerant in the air conditioning system
The sticker in the engine compartment provides information about the type and quantity of the
refrigerant used in the vehicle's air conditioning system. The sticker is located in the front part of the
engine compartment close to the refrigerant filler neck.
Symbol and description:
Warning: the air conditioning system must be serviced only by qualified personnel.Type of
refrigerant.Type of lubricating oil.See workshop information (available only for Volkswagen
dealerships).The air conditioning system must be serviced only by qualified personnel.
Flammable refrigerant.Ensure correct disposal of all components and never install components
removed from end-of-life vehicles or recycled components in the vehicle.
Lubricating oil in the air conditioning system
The air conditioning system contains up to 210 ml of lubricating oil. The exact specification and
information about the lubricating oil quantity in the air conditioning system are available from the
following website:
https://erwin.volkswagen.de
WARNING
The air conditioning system must be serviced only by qualified personnel in order to ensure safe
handling of the system.
NOTICE
-of-life
vehicles or from recycling sources.
-of-
life vehicles or from recycling sources.
Radio reception and aerials
The aerials for radio reception can be installed at various locations in the vehicle:
side windows.
drive
entrances,
ramps,
kerbstones
and other
objects.
Low-lying
vehicle
components
such as the
bumper,
spoiler and
parts of the
running
gear, engine
or exhaust
system
could be
damaged.
Gross
vehicle
weight
rating
kg 1,780
Gross front
axle weight
rating
kg 920
Gross rear
axle weight
rating
kg 910
Maximum
trailer
weight,
braked,
gradients up
to 12%
kg 1,300
Maximum
trailer
weight,
braked,
gradients up
to 8%
kg 1,500