First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The diesel particulate filter filters out soot particles in the exhaust gas. The soot particles gather in the filter and are burnt under high temperatures periodically (regeneration). Heat produced can warm the engine.
Regeneration can cause noises, light smells and delay in radiator fan irrespective of the outside temperature, even after the engine is switched off.
To assist the regeneration of diesel particle filter, Volkswagen recommends that
you avoid making only short journeys. In vehicles with automatic gearboxes the engine
speed can increase while the vehicle is being driven. However, the indicator lamp
will not light up.
Observe the following points to ensure that the exhaust system and the diesel particulate filter will work properly for a long time:
Even when the exhaust purification system is working perfectly, there may be a smell of sulphur from the exhaust in some conditions. This depends on the sulphur content of the fuel being used.
Service Charging with Battery Charger -VAS5900
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Battery Charger -VAS5900-
WARNING
Risk of injury. Follow all Warnings and Safety
Precautions. Refer to
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning lamp and coolant temperature display
→ Coolant specification
→ Checking the coolant level and refilling coolant
Never carry out any work on the engine coolant system if you are not familiar
with t ...
Improvised Tools
Note
This list outlines the testers, tools and materials required
for expert refrigerant circuit repair work.
Caution
Non-approved tools or materials such as leak sealing
additiv ...