Checking and refilling the windscreen washer fluid level

Fig. 91 In the engine compartment: cap of washer fluid reservoir

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

The windscreen washer fluid level should be checked regularly and topped up as necessary.

• Open the bonnet .

• The washer fluid reservoir is identified by the symbol on the cap .

• Check whether there is enough windscreen washer fluid in the reservoir.

• To top up, mix clean water with a washer fluid recommended by Volkswagen . Observe the dilution instructions on the packaging.

• At low temperatures, add a special anti-freeze agent so that the fluid cannot freeze .

Recommended windscreen washer fluid

• For warm weather: summer windscreen wash - G 052 184 A1 - . Dilution 1:100 (1 part concentrate, 100 parts water) in the washer fluid reservoir.

• All-year washer fluid - G 052 164 A2 - . Dilution in winter to -18°C (0°F) approximately 1:2 (1 part concentrate, 2 parts water), otherwise dilute one part concentrate to four parts water (1:4) in the washer fluid reservoir.

Capacities

The capacity of the washer fluid reservoir is approximately 3 – 4 litres and approximately 3 – 6 litres in vehicles with a headlight washer system.

Never mix anti-freeze or other unsuitable additives into the windscreen washer fluid. These may leave an oily film on the screen, restricting the field of vision.

• Use clean, clear water with a washer fluid recommended by Volkswagen.

• A suitable anti-freeze agent should be added to the windscreen washer fluid if necessary.

NOTICE

• Never mix other cleaning agents with the cleaning agents recommended by Volkswagen. This can cause the ingredients to separate and block the washer jets.

• Never mix up service fluids when refilling. Failure to observe this warning can result in serious malfunctions and engine damage.