Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Checking and refilling the windscreen washer fluid level

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Fig. 77 In the engine compartment: cap of washer fluid reservoir

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

The windscreen washer fluid level should be checked regularly and topped up as necessary.

A filter can be found in the feed throat of the washer fluid reservoir. The filter keeps large dirt particles away from the washer jets when refilling. The filter should only be removed for cleaning. If the filter is damaged or cannot be found when refilling, these dirt particles will reach the system and will block the washer jets.

Open the bonnet .

The washer fluid reservoir is identified by the symbol on the cap .

Check whether there is enough windscreen washer fluid in the reservoir.

To top up, mix clean water with a washer fluid recommended by Volkswagen . Observe the dilution instructions on the packaging.

At low temperatures, add a special anti-freeze agent so that the fluid cannot freeze .

Recommended windscreen washer fluid

For warm weather: summer windscreen wash - G 052 184 A1 - . Dilution 1:100 (1 part concentrate, 100 parts water) in the washer fluid reservoir.

All-year washer fluid - G 052 164 A2 - . Dilution in winter to -18°C (0°F) approx. 1:2 (1 part concentrate, 2 parts water), otherwise dilute one part concentrate to four parts water (1:4) in the washer fluid reservoir.

Capacities

The windscreen washer fluid reservoir has a capacity of about 3.5 – 5.4 litres.

WARNING

Never mix anti-freeze or other unsuitable additives into the windscreen washer fluid. These may leave an oily film on the screen, restricting the field of vision.

Use clean, clear water with a washer fluid recommended by Volkswagen.

If necessary, add a suitable anti-freeze agent to the windscreen wiper fluid.

NOTICE

Never mix other cleaning agents with the cleaning agents recommended by Volkswagen. This can cause the ingredients to separate and block the windscreen washer jets.

Never mix up service fluids when refilling. Failure to observe this warning can result in serious malfunctions and engine damage.

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