In some countries, special safety standards and emissions-related legislation apply that may differ form the construction of the vehicle, Volkswagen recommends that you visit your Volkswagen dealership before travelling abroad to find out about any legal requirements and the following issues at your destination:

Does the vehicle need any technical modifications for driving abroad, e.g. masking or switching the headlights over?

Are the necessary tools, diagnostic equipment and spare parts available for service and repair work?

Are there any Volkswagen dealerships in the destination country?

For petrol engines: is unleaded petrol with the correct octane number available?

For diesel engines: is diesel with a low sulphur level available?

For autogas engines: is autogas that complies with DIN EN 589 available?

Are the correct engine oil ( Engine oil Engine oil Engine compartment Engine oil_3 Oil see Engine oil_3 ) and other service fluids that comply with Volkswagen specifications available in the destination country?

Will the factory-fitted navigation system work with the navigation data available in the destination country?

Are special tyres necessary for travelling in the destination country?

NOTICE
Driving abroad
Driving through water on roadsHill Hold Assist
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The Hill Hold Assist function actively holds
the vehicle when pulling away on an incline.
The Hill Hold Assist function is automatically activated if the following conditions
are met
Cond ...
Run-Flat Tire, General Information
Run-flat tires have a reinforced sidewall in comparison to
standard tires. This reduces the tendency for the sidewall to
roll when there is a loss of pressure and prevents the sides of
the tire from being pinched. This allows the vehicle to be
driven whi ...
Airbag and Belt Tensioner Wire Repair Information
Note
Observe general notes for repairs on the vehicle electrical
system. Refer to
→ Chapter „Vehicle Electrical System, General Repair
Information“.
In addition to the general repairs on wiring harnesses, th ...