2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC fuel additives

efuelling.



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 
⇒ Refuelling 
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.

Information on warning and indicator lamps that light up can be found in the section
Troubleshooting ⇒ Troubleshooting .
Fuel standards
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
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⇒Introduction 
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.

pecified on the pump meets the vehicle's
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⇒Introduction 
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°C (-4°F), is available during
the cold months. In countries with different climates, diesel with a different temperature behaviour
is offered. Information is available from your Volkswagen dealership, qualified workshops and filling
stations in the respective country.
Diesel vehicles are equipped with a filter preheater system. When using winter-grade diesel fuel, the
fuel system is safe for operation at temperatures down to around -24°C (-11°F). In order to ensure
that the vehicle can also be started at low outside temperatures, Volkswagen recommends parking
the vehicle in a location that is protected from the whether, e.g. in a garage ⇒ Troubleshooting .
Misfuelling prevention device
The tank filler neck in diesel vehicles may be fitted with a misfuelling prevention device. This is
intended to help ensure that the vehicle is refuelled only using diesel filler nozzles.
If the nozzle cannot be inserted correctly into the tank filler neck, first check whether you are using a
diesel filler nozzle. When you have made sure that you are using the correct filler nozzle, move the
diesel filler nozzle to and fro slightly with light pressure. This can open the misfuelling prevention
device and make it possible to refuel the vehicle. If the misfuelling prevention device still remains
closed, go to a qualified workshop and have the system checked.
If it is necessary to refuel the vehicle using a fuel canister in the event of an emergency, the
misfuelling prevention device will not open. In order to nevertheless fill the tank with fuel, pour the
diesel into the tank extremely slowly in very small quantities.

WARNING
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⇒Introduction 
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.

AdBlue® is a registered trademark and is also known as AUS32 or DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid).
The AdBlue® consumption figures depend on the driving style, operating temperature and ambient
temperature. The remaining range and refill quantity can be checked on the instrument cluster
display ⇒ Driving data display (multifunction display) .
The AdBlue® tank must never run empty ⇒ . As of a remaining range of approximately 2,400 km,
the instrument cluster display will indicate that the AdBlue® must be refilled ⇒ Troubleshooting .

CAUTION
AdBlue® is an irritant and corrosive fluid that can damage the skin, eyes and respiratory organs upon
contact.
instructions, it is not to be expected that a user will come into contact with AdBlue®.
other containers.

15 minutes and consult a doctor.
at least 15 minutes and consult a doctor in the case of skin irritations.
15 minutes. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by a doctor. Seek medical assistance
immediately.

NOTICE
If the AdBlue® level is too low, the vehicle cannot be restarted after the ignition has been switched
off. Starting with jump leads is also not possible.
approximately 1,000 km.


NOTICE
Improper use of AdBlue® may cause damage to the vehicle that is not covered by the warranty.
22241-1.
fuel or additives to the AdBlue®.

⇒ . Observe the dilution instructions on the packaging.
peratures, add a special anti-freeze agent so that the fluid cannot freeze ⇒ .
The windscreen washer fluid reservoir has a capacity of about 3.0–7.5 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.

The engine oil must be changed on a regular basis. Always observe the service intervals applicable 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⇒Introduction 
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.