Fuel and emissions control system
Safety precautions for handling fuel
WARNING
Handling fuel incorrectly can cause explosions, fires, severe burns, and other injuries.
Before refueling, switch off the engine, the ignition and your cell phone, as well as other radio equipment.
To reduce the risk of discharging static electricity, do not enter the vehicle while refueling.
Make sure that the fuel tank cap is sealed correctly and no fuel is leaking out.
Note the applicable safety precautions and local regulations for handling fuel.
WARNING
Refueling incorrectly can cause fires, serious or fatal injuries, and vehicle damage.
Only use fuel that is approved for your vehicle.
Do not use any fuels containing metal and only use service additives approved by Volkswagen in the respective proportion.
Immediately remove any fuel that has spilled on vehicle components.
CAUTION
Fuel may leak out of reserve canisters and ignite. This can cause fires and injuries.
Do transport any reserve canisters in the vehicle.
Fuels can contaminate the environment. Collect any leaking operating fluids and dispose of them according to legal regulations.
The fuel filler flap does not have an emergency release. If necessary, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for
assistance.
Fuel types and refueling
Introduction
The fuel filler flap is located on the right rear side of the vehicle.
Designation of fuels and fuel standards
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Fig. 178 On the inside of the fuel filler flap: fuel label (general example)
Fuel label
The type of fuel to use depends on the vehicle engine. When your vehicle leaves the factory there is a fuel information sticker inside the tank flap with notes about
the minimum required fuel type for your vehicle fig. 178.
The name specifies which fuels are suitable for the vehicle. This is a minimum requirement. You must not refuel the vehicle with other fuel types or fuels of lower
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