β Rest the arms of the window cleaner on the glass.
such carefully.
Β· Do not clean windows with fuel, malt remover,
paint thinner, or similar fluids.
If traces of wax from the automatic car wash
system or other care products remain on the
windscreen or rear window, the wipers may have
difficulty sliding.
Change windshield wiper blades
β Before raising the wiper arms, place them in the
service position ΓΏ p. 300.
β To lift an arm of the wiper, only hold it in the area
where the wiper blade is attached.
Remove wax residue with a special product or
cleaning cloths.
β Keep the release button pressed and at the same
time remove the wiper blade in the direction of
.
the arrow ΓΏ fig. 210 1
outdoor lighting
β Insert a new blade of the same length and type
into the wiper arm until it snaps.
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β Rest the wiper arms on the windshield carefully.
Before changing a lamp, check whether it is faulty.
Usually, if the lamps are conventional, you can
change them yourself. If, depending on the model
and equipment, the exterior lighting uses LED
Change the rear window wiper blade
β To lift an arm of the wiper, only hold it in the area
where the wiper blade is attached.
technology, you cannot change the lighting units or
the light-emitting diodes yourself. The failure of any
light diode may be an indication that others will fail.
In this case, go to a specialized workshop and have
the lighting units checked and replaced if necessary.
β Raise the wiper arm and remove it
back.
β Keep the unlock button pressed ΓΏ fig. 211
.
1
β Bend the blade towards the wiper arm ΓΏ fig. 211
(arrow A ) and remove it at the same time in the
direction of arrow B . You may have taobuisteofqfuoirtcee.
Driving with damaged exterior lighting devices may
be prohibited.
Additional Lamp Specifications
The specifications of some of the factory-fitted
headlight or taillight bulbs may differ from those of
conventional bulbs. The corresponding designation
β Insert a new blade of the same length and type
into the wiper arm in the opposite direction of the
arrow until it clicks ΓΏ fig. 211 (arrow B ). To do
appears on the socket or on the bulb of the lamp.
this, the wiper blade must be bent ΓΏ fig. 211 (arrow
A ).
WARNING
β Rest the wiper arm carefully on the rear window.
If the road is not well lit and other road users do
not see the vehicle or only see it with difficulty,
WARNING
accidents can occur.
When worn or dirty wiper blades are used,
visibility is reduced and the risk of accidents and
serious injuries is increased.
WARNING
If the lamps are changed incorrectly, it may cause
accidents and serious injuries.
Β· Replace the brushes whenever they are in
poor condition or worn and no longer clean
the windows sufficiently.
Β· Before working in the engine compartment,
always read and observe the warnings on ΓΏ p.
315. The engine compartment of any vehicle is a
dangerous area where serious injury can occur.
WARNING
If the wiper blades are damaged or dirty, they can
scratch the windows.
Β· Halogen lamps are under pressure and can
explode when changed.
Β· Do not use products containing solvents, rough
sponges or sharp objects to clean the brushes,
as they can damage the graphite layer of the
brushes.
Β· Replace the lamp in question only when it
has cooled down completely.
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Β· Never change a lamp if you are not familiar with
the necessary operations. If you are not sure
what to do, have the necessary work done by a
specialized workshop.
by new ones of the same type. The corresponding
designation can be found on the lamp base or on
the glass bulb.
12. As a general rule, do not touch the vial blister
dry with fingers. The tracks left by the two of
them evaporate with the heat of the burning
Β· Do not touch the bulb of the lamp with both
hands. The traces left by the fingers evaporate
with the heat given off by the lamp on and
βblindβ the reflector.
lamp, are deposited on the reflector and reduce
the luminous intensity of the headlight.
Β· There are sharp parts in the housings of the
headlights (in the engine compartment) and of
the rear light groups. Therefore, when changing
lamps, protect your hands.
13. After changing the lamp, check that it works. If it
doesn't work, it may be because it is not mounted
correctly, the connector is not attached correctly,
or again a lamp failure.
WARNING
14. Whenever you change a bulb on the front side of
the vehicle, have a specialized workshop check
If, after changing a bulb, the rubber or plastic caps
are not fitted correctly into the headlight housing, this
could cause damage to the electrical system
(particularly if water gets inside).
the adjustment of the headlights.
ros.
WARNING
For your own safety, do not ignore this important
checklist, otherwise accidents and serious injuries
could result.
checklist
βInformation regarding the change
Β· Always follow the instructions in the checklist
and always observe the generally valid safety
measures.
of lampsβ
Note and , at the beginning of this ca
chapter, on page 301.
WARNING
To avoid damaging the paint or any part of the
vehicle, always remove and replace the lighting units
with care.
checklist
To change lamps, always carry out the following
operations in the order indicated ΓΏ :
1. As far as possible, place the vehicle on flat and
firm ground at a reasonable distance from road
Change turn signal bulbs
traffic, taking the necessary security measures.
2. Engage the electronic parking brake.
Note and , at the beginning of this ca
chapter, on page 301.
co ΓΏ p. 185.
3. Turn off the lights ΓΏ p. 106.
4. Move the turn signal lever to the position
basic information ΓΏ p. 105.
5. If the transmission is automatic, position the lever
reader in position P.
6. Switch off the ignition ΓΏ p. 142.
7. If the transmission is manual, engage a gear ΓΏ
p. 146.
8. Wait for the exterior orientation lighting to switch
off ΓΏ p. 111.
9. Wait for the lamp in question to cool down.
10. Visually check for a blown fuse ΓΏ p. 303.
11. Replace the lamp in question by following the
instructions ΓΏ . Replace lamps only
Fig. 212 On the right side of the engine compartment: rear
of the headlight.
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various situations
Perform the following operations only in the order listed:
WARNING
Using improper or repaired fuses and bridging an electrical
circuit without fuses can cause fire and serious injury.
1. Observe the checklist and carry out the operations described
in it ΓΏ p. 302.
Β· Never mount fuses with superior protection. Replace fuses
only with ones of the same amperage rating (same color
and engraving) and size.
2. Open the engine hood ΓΏ p. 315.
.
3. Remove the rubber cap ΓΏ fig. 212 1 4. Extract
the bulb holder ΓΏ fig. 212 2 for the
Β· Never repair a fuse.
handle in the direction of the arrow. To facilitate the
operation, press the handle slightly up and down at the
same time, alternating.
Β· Never replace a fuse with a metal strip.
lica, paper clip, or other similar object.
5. Replace the faulty lamp with a new one of the same type.
WARNING
6. Carefully fit the bulb holder into the headlight and push it
forwards until you feel it engage ΓΏ fig. 212.
To prevent damage to the vehicle's electrical system
Finally, before changing a fuse, always turn off the lights and
always disconnect the ignition and all electrical consumers.
7. Fully fit the rubber cap.
Β· If a fuse is replaced by one with a higher amperage, it could
cause damage to some other point in the electrical system.
8. Close the engine hood ΓΏ p. 315.
The figures show the right headlight from behind. The
left headlight is symmetrical.
Β· When open, protect the fuse boxes from dirt and moisture.
The presence of dirt and moisture in the fuse boxes can
cause damage to the electrical system.
change fuses
WARNING
Introduction to the topic
Β· To avoid damage to the vehicle, carefully remove any caps or
covers of the fuse boxes and reinstall them correctly.
Due to the fact that the vehicle is constantly being developed,
that the fuses are assigned depending on the equipment and
that one fuse can correspond to several electrical consumers, at
press time it had not been possible to compile a complete
Β· When open, protect the fuse boxes from dirt and moisture.
The presence of dirt and moisture in the fuse boxes can
overview with the positions of the fuses.
cause damage to the electrical system.
More detailed information on the assignment of the fuses can be
There are more fuses in the vehicle than those listed
in this chapter. These should only
obtained from Volkswagen dealers.
change a specialized workshop.
A fuse can generally correspond to several electrical consumers.
In the same way, a consumer can correspond to several fuses.
Do not replace the fuses without first eliminating the cause of the
failure. If a fuse blows again shortly after replacing it, have the
electrical system checked by a specialized workshop.
WARNING
The electrical system is under high voltage and can cause
electric shock, severe burns and death!
Β· Never touch the electrical wires of the ignition system.
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Β· Avoid short circuits in the electrical system.
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