This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning lamp
→ Checking the electrolyte level of the vehicle battery
→ Charging, replacing, disconnecting and connecting the vehicle battery
The vehicle battery is a component of the electrical system in the vehicle.
Never carry out any work on the electrical system if you are not familiar with the necessary procedures and the general safety requirements and only unsuitable tools 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.
Location of the vehicle battery
The vehicle battery is located in the engine compartment or in the spare wheel well under the temporary spare wheel.
Explanation of the warnings on the vehicle battery
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Always wear eye protection! |
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Electrolyte is very corrosive and caustic. Always wear protective gloves and eye protection! |
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No fires, sparks, naked lights or smoking! |
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A highly explosive mixture of gases is given off when the vehicle battery is charging! |
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Always keep children away from acid and the vehicle battery! |
Additional information and warnings:
WARNING
NOTICE
After starting the engine with a discharged vehicle battery, or after the battery has been changed, system settings (time, date, personal convenience settings and programming) may have been changed or deleted. Check and correct the settings as necessary once the vehicle battery has been sufficiently charged.
Vibration, Causes for Vibration
There are many causes for vibration. Vibration can also be
caused by tire wear, among other things. Tire wear caused by
driving does not always develop evenly over the entire tread.
Due to this, a slight imbalance develops which disturbs the
smoothness o ...
Infrared Dryer -VAS6875
Definition:
Infrared Dryer -VAS6875-
Product Description:
The infrared dryer is used to dry paste, filler, base paint,
top coats and clear coats on vertical and horizontal surfaces
using two ...
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Opening or closing the windows electrically
→ Electric windows – functions
→ Roll-back function for the electric windows
Additional information and warnings:
Central locking system
Cleaning and ...