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Never ignore warning lights or text WARNINGS.
Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
Engine coolant
Introduction to the subject
In this chapter you will find information on the following subjects:
⇒Warning light and engine coolant temperature gauge
⇒Engine coolant specifications
⇒Checking engine coolant level and topping off
Never do any work on the coolant system unless you
know exactly how to carry out the job,
have the correct technical information and the proper tools, supplies, and operating fluids, and
are familiar with the necessary safety precautions ⇒ !
If you are uncertain in any way, have the work done by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an autho‐
rized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Serious personal injury may result from improperly performed work.
WARNING
Engine coolant is poisonous!
Always keep the coolant in its original container stored in a safe place.
To reduce the risk of poisoning, never store engine coolant in empty food or beverage contain‐
ers or in any other containers that might mislead someone into drinking from them.
Always keep engine coolant out of reach of children.
Always make sure there is enough of the correct coolant additive to provide proper antifreeze
protection at the coldest temperatures that can be expected where the vehicle will be used.
At extremely cold temperatures, the coolant could freeze, causing the vehicle to break down.
The heater would also not work, and vehicle occupants could be without protection at sub‐
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