Checking and filling
In the engine compartment
Safety precautions for working in the engine compartment
The engine compartment is a potentially dangerous area in the vehicle. Only perform work in the engine compartment if you are familiar with the necessary activitie
and the general safety precautions, and if the correct operating equipment, fluids and suitable tools are available. Work performed incorrectly can result in serious
. Have all work performed by suitably qualified professionals if necessary. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
WARNING
The engine compartment is a dangerous area. Any work in the engine compartment could lead to accidents and serious or fatal injuries.
Always work as cautiously and carefully as possible.
Only perform work in the engine compartment if you are familiar with the required activities.
If you are not sure how to do the work in the engine compartment, go to an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Before working in the engine compartment, apply the electronic parking brake and move the selector lever to the
into the neutral position.
position or move the gearshift lever
Switch off the ignition and store the vehicle key securely and far enough away from the vehicle to ensure that the engine cannot be started accidentally.
Never touch hot components in the engine.
Do not leave any items, such as cleaning cloths or tools, in the engine compartment.
Always keep children away from the engine compartment and never leave them unattended.
WARNING
The engine compartment contains moving components. When working in the engine compartment, particularly when starting the vehicle or if the engine is
running, contact with moving parts, e.g. fan blades in the radiator fan, may cause serious or fatal injuries.
Never reach into the radiator fan or into the area near the radiator fan, even if the engine is switched off or the ignition is switched off. The ventilator is
temperature-controlled and may switch on by itself.
To reduce the risk of anything becoming caught in engine components, always remove any jewelry and/or ties, tie back long hair, and avoid wearing
loose-fitting clothing when performing work.
Always press the accelerator pedal extremely carefully and never press it without paying close attention. The vehicle could begin moving, even if the
electronic parking brake is set.
WARNING
Escaping hot steam or hot coolant and hot components may cause serious burns.
Never open or close the hood if steam or engine coolant is escaping.
Always wait until you can no longer see or hear steam or engine coolant escaping from the engine compartment.
WARNING
The engine cooling system is under pressure when the engine is hot. If the cover is opened carelessly, coolant may spray out and cause serious burns or fatal
injuries.
Never open the cap on the coolant expansion tank when the engine is hot.
Always protect your face, hands and arms from hot coolant or steam with a large, thick cloth if you have to open the cover of the coolant tank.
Slowly and very carefully turn the cap on the coolant expansion tank counterclockwise while pressing down lightly on the cap.
WARNING
Additional insulation, such as covers in the engine compartment or discarded items such as cleaning cloths or tools, can cause malfunctions, damage to the
engine, or fires. This could result in serious or fatal injuries.
Never cover the engine with blankets or other insulating materials.
Never leave items in the engine compartment.
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