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 the necessary procedures and if only unsuitable tools as well as incorrect operating equipment and fluids are available ! The work should be carried out by a qualified workshop if you are uncertain. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Serious injuries can be caused if work is carried out incorrectly.
Additional information and warnings:
WARNING
Coolant and coolant additives can pollute the environment. Spilt operating fluids must be collected and disposed of properly and with respect for the environment.
Reinforced Shock Absorbers and Coil Springs
Reinforced shock absorbers and coil springs on the vehicle
rear axle reduce pitching motions between the vehicle and the
trailer. If not already installed in the factory, these shock
absorbers and springs can often be retrofitted at authorized
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Adapter for Assembling Flushing Circuit
The following table lists the different adapters necessary
to connect the service station to the refrigerant circuit, to
flush and to bypass the removed receiver/dryer or reservoir and
expansion valve (depending on the vehicle).
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Towing Recognition Control Module -J345
General Information
The Towing Recognition Control Module -J345- recognizes
“trailer mode” when there is a power decrease of at least 5 W
→ Note and transmits this information to various control
modules via the CAN data bu ...