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Advice
Checking levels
Fig. 229 Diagram for the location of the various ele-
ments.
From time to time, the levels of the different
fluid
s
in the
vehicle must be checked. Never
fill with incorrect fluids, otherwise serious
damage to the engine may be caused.
Coolant expansion tank
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine oil filler cap
Brake fluid reservoir
Vehicle battery
Windscreen washer reservoir
The checking and refilling of service fluids
are carried out on the components men-
1
2
3
4
5
6
tioned above. These operations are descri-
bed in ›
›
›
page 263.
Overview
You will find further explanations, instruc-
tions and restrictions on the technical speci-
fications as of ››› page 281.
Note
The layout of parts may vary depending on
the engine.
Engine oil
Gener
a
l
notes
The engine comes with a special, multi-grade
oil th
at can be used all year round.
Because the use of high-quality oil is essen-
tial for the correct operation of the engine
and its long useful life, when topping up or
changing oil, use only those oils that comply
with VW standards.
The specifications (VW standards) set out in
the following page should appear on the con-
tainer of the service oil; when the container
displays the specific standards for petrol and
266
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