This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Preparing for a journey and driving safely
→ Driving abroad
→ Driving through water on roads
Depending on where the vehicle is used, it could be a good idea to have an engine and transmission guard installed. An engine and transmission guard can reduce the risk of damage to the vehicle's underbody and engine oil sump, for example when driving over kerbs, driveways or unsurfaced roads. If you wish to have one fitted, Volkswagen recommends contacting your Volkswagen dealership.
Additional information and warnings:

WARNING
Driving tips
Preparing for a journey and driving safelyCorrect sitting position
Fig. 35 There must be a distance Ⓐ of
at least 25 cm between the driver and the steering wheel.
Fig. 36 Correct seat belt routing and
head restraint adjustment
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The following details the correct sitting positions for ...
Odor from Evaporator or Heat Exchanger?
Fishy smell
–
From leak at cooling system of engine or of A/C system
heater core.
Note
If the fishy smell gets weaker when the temperature is set
to “cold” and stronger when i ...
Evaporator Vent Temperature Sensor -G263- or Evaporator Temperature Sensor
-G308
Function:
The Evaporator Vent Temperature Sensor -G263- or Evaporator
Temperature Sensor -G308- determines the temperature behind the
evaporator. This value goes to the air conditioning control
module and serves as a reference signal for ...