VW Amarok 2017 Maintenance Eng

Service
Maintenance
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Edition 02.2021
Service Department. Technical Information

Service
Maintenance
Heading
1. Engine list
2. Service work
3. General information
4. Descriptions of work
5. Exhaust emissions test
6. Periodic Technical Inspection (PTI)
Technical information should always be available to the foremen and mechanics, because their
careful and constant adherence to the instructions is essential to ensure vehicle road-worthiness
and safety. In addition, the normal basic safety precautions for working on motor vehicles must, as
a matter of course, be observed.
Amarok 2017 ➤
Maintenance - Edition 02.2021
Contents
1 Engine list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 Overview of engines - diesel engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Overview of engines - petrol engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 Service work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.1 Information about flexible or fixed service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.2 Service tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.3 Scopes of service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.1 Vehicle identification number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.2 Vehicle data sticker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.3 Severe operating conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.4 Country overview for diesel not compliant with EN 590 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.5 Engine code and engine number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.6 Countries with high levels of dust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.7 Stickers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.8 Entries in the Digital Service Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
4 Descriptions of work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4.1 AdBlue® (reducing agent) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4.2 Lifting the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
4.3 Swivel joints and suspension link mountings: visual check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4.4 Reading ash mass (saturation level) of diesel particulate filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4.5 Battery: checking with battery tester (always refer to workshop manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
4.6 Battery: checking battery terminal clamps for secure seating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
4.7 Charge battery (establish backup power supply) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
4.8 Front passenger front airbag: checking key switch and “ON/OFF function” . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
4.9 Checking tyres: condition, wear pattern, tyre pressure, tread depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
4.10 Brake system and shock absorbers: inspecting for leaks and damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
4.11 Checking thickness of brake pads and condition of brake discs and drum brake linings . . 49
4.12 Brake and clutch mechanism: change brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
4.13 Brake fluid level: Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
4.14 Electric windows: initialising (activation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
4.15 Vehicle diagnostic tester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
4.16 Fault memory of all systems: reading with vehicle diagnostic tester, correcting possible
faults according to repair guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
4.17 Dust and pollen filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
4.18 Poly V-belt: checking condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
4.19 Poly V-belt: renewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
4.20 Diesel fuel filter: renewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
4.21 Diesel fuel system: flushing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
4.22 Diesel fuel filter: draining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
4.23 Cooling system: checking frost protection and coolant level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
4.24 Air filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
4.25 Engine oil level: checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
4.26 Engine oil: capacities and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
4.27 Engine oil: Draining, renewing oil filter and filling engine oil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
4.28 Multi-purpose additive for diesel fuel: adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
4.29 Multi-purpose additive for petrol fuel: adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
4.30 Engine and components in engine compartment: inspecting for leaks and damage (from
above and below) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
4.31 Bonnet lock: Cleaning and lubricating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
4.32 Bringing ERA GLONASS into operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
4.33 Breakdown set: checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
4.34 Carry out a road test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
4.35 Wheel securing bolts: tightening to specified torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
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4.36 Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator: calibrating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

4.37 Cleaning roll cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
4.38 Timing chain: Renewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
4.39 Windscreen wash/wipe system and headlight washer system: Checking function and
settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
4.40 Headlight adjustment: checking and adjusting as necessary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
4.41 Service interval display: Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
4.42 Service interval display: recoding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
4.43 Transportation mode: switching off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
4.44 Power assisted steering: checking fluid level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
4.45 Track rod ends: checking clearance, firm seating and boots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
4.46 Doors: greasing door arrester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
4.47 Interior and exterior body: inspecting for corrosion with doors and flaps open . . . . . . . . . . 121
4.48 Protective foil: Remove (if fitted) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
4.49 Underbody: Visual check for damage to underbody protection and underbody covers . . . . 123
4.50 Clock and date: setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
4.51 Camshaft drive toothed belt: Renew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
4.52 Camshaft drive toothed belt: checking condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
4.53 Spark plugs: Renew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
5 Exhaust emissions test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
5.1 Exhaust emissions test for petrol engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
5.2 Exhaust emissions test for diesel engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
6 Periodic Technical Inspection (PTI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
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1 Engine list
(VIGG001512; Edition 02.2021)
⇒ o1.1 f engines - diesel engines”, page 1
⇒ o1.2 f engines - petrol engines”, page 2
1.1 Overview of engines - diesel engines
Note
To ease the search for an engine, the engine codes are listed in
alphabetical order.
Engines ⇒ Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel

Displace‐ I 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0
ment
Use 01.2010 ▶ 01.2010 ▶ 01.2012 ▶ 05.2012 ▶ 06.2012 01.2012 ▶
Engine code CDBA CDCA CNEA CNFA CNFB CSHA
No. of cylinders/ 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4
valves per cylin‐
der
Power kW at 90/3750 120/4000 132/4000 90/3750 103/3500 132/4000
rpm
Torque Nm at 340/1750-2500 400/1500-2000 400/1500 - 340/1600 - 340/1600-2250 420/1750
rpm 2250 2000
Bore ∅ mm 81.0 81.0 81.0 81.0 81.0 81.0
Stroke mm 95.5 95.5 95.5 95.5 95.5 95.5
Compression ra‐ 16.5 16.5 16.0 16.0 16.0 16.0
tio
Injection/ignition TDI common rail TDI common rail TDI com‐ TDI com‐ TDI common rail TDI com‐
mon rail mon rail mon rail
Diesel particle fil‐ yes/no 1) 2) yes/no 1) 2) yes/no 1) 2) yes/no 1) 2) yes/no 1) 2) yes/no 1) 2)
ters
Camshaft drive Toothed belt Toothed belt Toothed Toothed Toothed belt Toothed
belt belt belt
1) Depending on vehicle equipment
2)RME fuel (biodiesel) must not be used for vehicles with
standard diesel particulate filter (DPF).
Engines ⇒ Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel

Displacement I 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0
Use 09.2016 ▶ 09.2016 ▶ 09.2016 ▶ 09.2016 05.2018
Engine code DDXA DDXB DDXC DDXD DDXE
No. of cylinders/valves per 6/4 6/4 6/4 6/4 6/4
cylinder
Power kW at rpm 120/1250 - 150/3000 - 165/3250 - 165/3000 - 190/3250 -
2500 4500 4500 4250 4500
Torque Nm at rpm 450/2750 - 500/1250 - 550/1400 - 500/2500 580/1500 -
4500 2750 2750 1750
Bore ∅ mm 83.0 83.0 83.0 83.0 83.0
Stroke mm 91.4 91.4 91.4 91.4 91.4
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Engines ⇒ Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel

Displacement I 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0
Use 09.2016 ▶ 09.2016 ▶ 09.2016 ▶ 09.2016 05.2018
Engine code DDXA DDXB DDXC DDXD DDXE
Compression ratio 16:1 16:1 17:1 17:1 17:1
Injection/ignition TDI common TDI common TDI common TDI common TDI common
rail rail rail rail rail
Diesel particle filters yes/no 1) 2) yes/no 1) 2) yes/no 1) 2) yes/no 1) 2) yes/no 1) 2)
Camshaft drive Timing chain Timing chain Timing chain Timing chain Timing chain
1) Depending on vehicle equipment
2)RME fuel (biodiesel) must not be used for vehicles with
standard diesel particulate filter (DPF).
1.2 Overview of engines - petrol engines

Engines ⇒ Petrol
Displacement I 2.0
Use 12.2010 ▶
Engine code CFPA
No. of cylinders/valves per cylinder 4/4
Power kW at rpm 118/3800-5500
Torque Nm at rpm 300/1600-3750
Bore ∅ mm 82.5
Stroke mm 92.8
Compression ratio 9.6
Injection/ignition Motronic MED 17.5 TSI turbo‐
charger
Camshaft drive Timing chain
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2 Service work
⇒ a2.1 bout flexible or fixed service”, page 3
⇒ t2.2 ables”, page 5
⇒ o2.3 f service”, page 6
2.1 Information about flexible or fixed serv‐

ice
⇒ i2.1.1 dentification”, page 3
⇒ s2.1.2 ervice”, page 3
⇒ s2.1.3 ervice”, page 3
⇒ i2.1.4 nterval display”, page 4
2.1.1 Service identification

– Referring to vehicle data sticker ⇒ page 15 , check if vehi‐
cle is equipped with following PR numbers:
The PR number is decisive for the service intervals ⇒ page
5.
Model year PR number Service
2017 ► QI6, QI8 Flexible service
2017 ► QI1, QI2, QI3, QI4, QI5, QI7 Fixed service
2.1.2 Flexible service

The flexible service enables long service intervals, depending
on individual driving style and the conditions under which the
vehicle is used.
Note
For the flexible service, a special LongLife engine oil is required

⇒ page 84 .
Vehicles with production control number “QI6/QI8” are set up for

flexible service at the factory. This means that these vehicles
have a flexible service interval display ⇒ page 4 and are fitted
with the following components:
♦ Flexible service interval display in dash panel insert
♦ Engine oil level sensor
♦ Brake pad wear indicator (if fitted)
For vehicles with flexible service the service interval is deter‐
mined by the control unit and is indicated on service interval
display (SID) ⇒ page 4 .
Therefore the service intervals are flexible.
2.1.3 Fixed service

For vehicles with a fixed service, fixed services are calculated.
This means that the indicated mileage or time intervals have al‐
ready been determined and specified by Volkswagen Commer‐
cial Vehicles. For normal operating conditions achieving these
service intervals is technically assured.
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Therefore the service intervals are fixed.

For vehicles
♦ which were delivered without extended servicing intervals
(ESI) (PR numbers “QI1”, “QI2”, “QI3”, “QI4”, “QI5”, “QI7”)
♦ that have had extended servicing interval (ESI) stopped
♦ When no LongLife engine oil was used
fixed service applies.
These non-flexible service intervals apply to all types of service
events including an engine oil change.
2.1.4 Service interval display

Introduction of extended servicing intervals (ESI) ⇒ page 4
Flexible service interval display (only vehicles with a flexible
service) ⇒ page 4
Fixed service interval display (only vehicles with a fixed service)
⇒ page 4
Service at service due ⇒ page 5
Service announcement ⇒ page 5
Service interval display: resetting ⇒ page 113
Service interval display: recoding ⇒ page 116
Introduction of extended servicing intervals (ESI)

Ask your importer if the extended servicing interval (ESI) is
available for your country.
Flexible service interval display (only vehicles with a flexible

service)
Calculation of service intervals:
♦ The service intervals on vehicles with a flexible service is
calculated. Input values such as, distance travelled, fuel con‐
sumption, oil temperature and loading on diesel particulate
filter are evaluated by the control unit.
♦ The result of the evaluation is a value for the deterioration of
the oil due to thermal loading.
♦ The oil deterioration is the deciding factor concerning the
distance that can still be driven to the next service.
Note
For vehicles with a flexible service but which are serviced ac‐
cording to fixed service intervals, the service interval display
must be recoded to “non-flexible” ⇒ page 116 .
Fixed service interval display (only vehicles with a fixed service)

Calculation of service intervals:
♦ The service interval for vehicles with a fixed service is calcu‐
lated in fixed service intervals. This means that the mileage
or time values have been previously determined and speci‐
fied by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles.
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♦ For normal operating conditions achieving these service in‐

tervals is technically assured.
Service at service due
♦ On vehicles with text messages on dash panel insert the
message “Service now” and a spanner symbol are dis‐
played.
The service information disappears after a few seconds or if
engine is running.
Service announcement
If a service is due, Service announcement appears on dash
panel insert display when ignition is switched on.
♦ On vehicles with text messages on dash panel insert dis‐
play, the following appears: Service in --- km or --- days.
The service information disappears after a few seconds or if
engine is running.
♦ The service announcement is displayed 20 days before the
next service due.
♦ The remaining distance displayed is always rounded to the
nearest 100 km or the remaining time rounded to full days.
2.2 Service tables

The following chapter contains the well-known service tables
with the service specifications of the Volkswagen Commercial
Vehicles brand.
Since, in the past, individual service specifications were set up
in various markets, mostly through severe operating conditions,
these are listed in the scopes of service tables with market
specific deviations ⇒ page 11 .
⇒ t2.2.1 ables”, page 5
2.2.1 Service tables

Service intervals 2017 ► ⇒ page 6
VW engine oil standards ⇒ page 84
Note
♦ In the past, the type of service has been determined by the

PR numbers QG0, QG1 and QG2. With immediate effect,
these PR numbers only denote whether an engine oil level
sensor is installed or not, and no longer have an influence
on the oil change interval.
♦ However, other intervals may apply for other countries.
Please contact your importer for details.
♦ For combined kilometre and time display applies: whichever
occurs first.
♦ Depending on conditions under which the vehicle is used
and vehicle equipment, extra service work must be per‐
formed in addition to the oil change service, interval service
or inspection service.
♦ It is also possible to carry out additional work outside the
service intervals, but such work must be entered in the Digi‐
tal Service Schedule (DSS).
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Service intervals 2017 ►

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Service intervals 2017 ►
From - to PR no./remarks Service events: Indicated on service
Intervals interval display
(includes oil change)
2017 ► QI1 Oil change service (fixed): YES
every 5,000 km or 1 year
QI2 Oil change service (fixed): YES
QI6 Oil change service (flexible): YES
every 30,000 km or 2 years,
petrol engine
QI8 Oil change service (flexible): YES
every 40,000 km or 2 years,
diesel engine
every 10,000 mi or 1 year
“Petrol” Inspection1): YES
after 30,000 km or 2 years,
then every 30,000 km or
1 year
“Diesel” Inspection1): YES
after 40,000 km or 2 years,
then every 40,000 km or
1 year
1)An extended inspection is due for the first time after 3 years
and then every 2 years.
2.3 Scopes of service

The following chapter contains the well-known service tables of
the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles brand. Since, in the past,
individual service specifications were set up in various markets,
mostly through severe operating conditions, these are listed in
the scopes of service tables with market specific deviations.
♦ Scopes of service 2017 ► ⇒ page 6
♦ Additional work dependent on time/distance ⇒ page 12
♦ Scopes of service, market specific deviations ⇒ page 11
2.3.1 Scopes of service 2017 ►

The following chapter contains the familiar service tables for
the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles as of model year 2017.
Since, in the past, individual service specifications were set up
in various markets, mostly through severe operating conditions,
these are listed in the scopes of service tables with market
specific deviations.
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Delivery inspection ⇒ page 7

Scopes of service 2017 ► ⇒ page 9
Note
♦ Under certain circumstances, different types of service can

be performed at the same time. Doubly listed activities are
charged only once.
♦ Depending on the vehicle equipment and the conditions un‐
der which the vehicle is used, additional maintenance meas‐
ures may need to be performed when services are due.
♦ If faults requiring repair are found during servicing, the cus‐
tomer must be informed and, if necessary, the additional
work invoiced separately.
Pre-delivery inspection
The sequence of the individual service tasks has been tested
and optimised. Therefore, it should be followed to avoid unnec‐
essary interruptions in the work.
Market-specific deviations at pre-delivery inspection ⇒ page
11 .
Scope of work Page
Electrics
♦ Switch off transportation mode ⇒ page 117
• With ⇒ Vehicle diagnostic tester
♦ Battery: Check battery terminal clamps by hand for tightness ⇒ page 40
♦ Battery: check with battery tester (always refer to workshop manual) ⇒ Electrical sys‐
tem; Rep.
gr. 27; Battery;
Checking bat‐
tery
♦ Fault memory of all systems: reading with vehicle diagnostic tester, correcting possi‐ ⇒ page 60
ble faults according to repair guidelines
♦ Radio/radio navigation system: Store local radio stations to station buttons ⇒ Operating in‐
structions
Vehicle interior
♦ All switches, electrical consumers, sockets, gauges and other control elements:
Check function
♦ Door handles, door locks, central locking and windows: check function and ease of
movement
♦ Front passenger airbag: check key switch and “ON/OFF function”; set switch to “ON” ⇒ page 43
♦ Electric windows: initialising (activation) ⇒ page 58
♦ Clock and date: setting ⇒ page 123
♦ Seat protective covers and protective foils: Remove
♦ Vehicle interior: Check for cleanliness (front and rear seats, interior trim, carpets/mats,
windows)
Vehicle exterior
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Scope of work Page

♦ All equipment that has been packed inside the vehicle (floor mats, wiper arms, spoil‐
ers, roof aerial, wheel trims/hub caps, covers): Install (if included)
♦ Edge protection on doors (plastic film): Remove
♦ Check vehicle exterior for cleanliness: paintwork, decorative parts, windows, wiper
blades, surfaces
♦ Protective foil: Remove (if fitted) ⇒ page 122
♦ Towing eyes: Remove

• Place towing eye in vehicle tool kit and fit cover to bumper
Tyres
♦ Spare wheel: Check condition and inflation pressure (if fitted) ⇒ page 44
♦ Front left tyre: Check condition and inflation pressure ⇒ page 44
♦ Rear left tyre: Check condition and inflation pressure ⇒ page 44
♦ Rear right tyre: Check condition and inflation pressure ⇒ page 44
♦ Front right tyre: Check condition and inflation pressure ⇒ page 44
♦ Wheel securing bolts: tightening to specified torque ⇒ page 99
Vehicle, bottom
♦ Vehicle from below (without removing engine noise insulation): Visual check for leaks
and damage.
♦ Mechanical units, steering, boots, hoses and receivers
♦ Vehicle underside (floor pan): visual check for damage ⇒ page 123
♦ Brake system: inspecting for leaks and damage ⇒ page 49
Engine compartment
♦ Engine and components in engine compartment: Visual check for leaks and damage ⇒ page 95
(from above)
♦ Window wash/wipe system and headlight washer system: Check function and set‐ ⇒ page 103
tings; replenish to maximum level
♦ Coolant level: Check; specified value is the uppermost marking on expansion tank ⇒ page 78
♦ Brake fluid: change ⇒ page 51

• For stock vehicles and vehicles in storage whose standing period of 6 months or
more, the brake fluid must be renewed.
♦ Brake fluid level: check level is at maximum ⇒ page 56
Documentation/final checks
♦ Number and function of keys: Check, wipe off grease if necessary
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Scope of work Page

♦ Digital Service Schedule
– Enter pre-delivery inspection
– Complete vehicle data in Digital Service Schedule, see “Vehicle delivery documenta‐
tion”
• For markets where the Digital Service Schedule does not apply, the respective data is
entered in the service history book
♦ Vehicle literature: Check literature is complete and prepare for hand-over to customer
♦ Service interval display: Reset oil change service (flexible) (vehicle diagnostic tester, ⇒ page 113
“Service channel 1”). Please refer to the PR number in the vehicle data!
♦ Service interval display: Reset inspection service (vehicle diagnostic tester, “Service ⇒ page 113
channel 2”). Please refer to the PR number in the vehicle data!
♦ Carry out road test ⇒ page 98
Scopes of service 2017 ►

Under certain circumstances, the various types of service (oil
change in conjunction with an inspection service) may be com‐
bined. Of course, doubly listed activities are charged only once.
An extended scope of inspection is carried out in combination
with an oil change or inspection.
♦ Abbreviations in scope of service table:
♦ 1) Oil: oil change service (fixed or variable)
♦ 2) Insp.: inspection (fixed or variable)
♦ 3) Ext. Insp.: extended scope of inspection (combination)
Oil Insp Ext. Measure
1) .2) insp.
3)
Vehicle interior
X ♦ Interior lights, ambient lighting in storage compartment, cigarette lighter, sockets and
warning lamps: Check function
X X ♦ Breakdown set (if fitted): Check (renew tyre inflation bottle with sealant if expiry date
has passed)
⇒ page 97
Vehicle exterior
X X ♦ Front lights – side lights, dipped beam, main beam, fog lights, turn signals, hazard
warning lights, horn: Check function
X X ♦ Tail light cluster – brake lights, tail light, reversing light, rear fog light, number plate
light, turn signals, hazard warning lights: Check function
X ♦ Windscreen: Visual check for damage
X ♦ Bonnet lock: Clean, ensure attachment is secure and lubricate

⇒ page 95
X ♦ Interior and exterior body: inspecting for corrosion with doors and flaps open
⇒ page 121
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1) .2) insp.
3)
X ♦ Doors: greasing door arrester

⇒ page 121
X ♦ AdBlue: Replenish if necessary (on the customer's request only)
⇒ page 23
Underside of vehicle
X ♦ Engine oil: Change / Engine oil filter: Renew
• Note engine oil specifications ⇒ page 84
⇒ page 85
X ♦ Thickness of brake pads and condition of brake discs and drum brake linings: Check
⇒ page 49
X ♦ Poly V-belt: Check condition and tension
⇒ page 61
X ♦ Power assisted steering: checking fluid level
⇒ page 118
X ♦ Brake system and shock absorbers: inspecting for leaks and damage
⇒ page 49
X X ♦ Engine and components in engine compartment (from below), gearbox, final drive
and protective boots: Visual check for leaks and damage
⇒ page 95
X ♦ CV joints, axial bearings, coupling rod bearings and anti-roll bar rubber bushes:
Visual check for damage
⇒ page 35
X ♦ Track rod ball joints: Check play, security and boots
⇒ page 119
X ♦ Exhaust system: Visual check for leaks, firm seating and damage
X ♦ Underbody: Visual check for damage to underbody protection and underbody covers
⇒ page 123
Tyres
X X ♦ Tread depth, condition, wear pattern, age, inflation pressure (including spare wheel):
Check, correct as necessary
⇒ page 44
Engine compartment
X X ♦ Oil level: check
⇒ page 83
X ♦ Battery: Check (using battery tester)
⇒ page 39
X ♦ Brake fluid level (depending on lining wear): Check (observe specification)
⇒ page 56
X X ♦ Engine and components in engine compartment: inspecting for leaks and damage
(from above and below)
⇒ page 95
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1) .2) insp.
3)
X X ♦ Cooling system: check frost protection and coolant level and correct as necessary.
Frost-protection specification: -25°C (in countries with an arctic climate: -35°C)
⇒ page 78
X X ♦ Window wash/wipe system, wiper blade and headlight washer system: Check func‐
tion, rest/park position and for damage, replenish fluids
⇒ page 103
Concluding work
X ♦ Service interval display: Reset oil change service (fixed/flexible using vehicle diag‐
nostic tester, “Service channel 1”). Please refer to the PR number in the vehicle data!
⇒ page 113
X X ♦ Service interval display: Reset inspection service (using vehicle diagnostic tester,
“Service channel 2”). Please refer to the PR number in the vehicle data!
⇒ page 113
X X ♦ Headlight adjustment: checking and adjusting as necessary
⇒ page 107
X X ♦ Road test: Brake pedal, handbrake, selector mechanism, steering, kickdown func‐
tion, air conditioning system: Check operation
⇒ page 98
2.3.2 Scopes of service, market specific de‐

viations
This chapter only contains market-specific differences. This
means that all the delivery inspection measures, service activi‐
ties or time and distance dependant additional work not listed
here are listed in the normal scope of service work.
♦ China market model year 2017 ► ⇒ page 11
♦ Russia market model year 2017 ► ⇒ page 11
♦ India market model year 2017 ► ⇒ page 12
China market from model year 2017 ►
Additional work Interval Description of
work
♦ Multi-purpose additive for petrol fuels: add At every service ⇒ page 94
Russian market model year 2017 ►

Pre-delivery inspection
Scope of work Page
Electrics
♦ LED in emergency call button module: Check - it must be lit up green 2 minutes after ⇒ page 96
deactivation of the transport mode.
♦ ERA GLONASS system test: Perform, press button for 3 seconds, follow “voice ⇒ page 96
prompt” and perform test sequence
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Scopes of service
work
Indian market model year 2017 ►

work
2.3.3 Additional work dependent on time/dis‐

tance
♦ Depending on conditions under which the vehicle is
used and vehicle equipment, extra service work must
be performed in addition to the inspection service or oil
change service/interval service. These additional mainte‐
nance measures are invoiced separately and are marked as
extra work.
♦ Time and distance dependent additional work from model
year 2017 ⇒ page 12
Time and distance dependent additional work from model year
2017
Measure Interval
♦ Cleaning roll cover Every 15,000 km or 1 year
• Only applies for vehicles with petrol engine used
under severe operating conditions
⇒ page 102
♦ Renew fuel filter; if vehicle runs on diesel fuel: Every 20,000 km
♦ Diesel fuel not conform with standard “DIN EN
590”
• Engine codes DDXA, DDXB, DDXC, DDXD,
DDXE
• With water separation
♦ Cleaning roll cover Every 20,000 km or 1 year

• Only applies for vehicles with diesel engine used
under severe operating conditions
⇒ page 102
590”
DDXE
• Without water separation
⇒ page 66
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Measure Interval
♦ Renew fuel filter; if vehicle runs on diesel fuel:
♦ Diesel fuel conform with standard “DIN EN 590”
DDXE
• With water separation
⇒ page 66
♦ Poly V-belt: Check
• Engine codes CDBA, CDCA, CNEA, CNFA,
CNFB, CSHA, DDXA, DDXB, DDXC, DDXD,
DDXE
• Valid in “dusty” regions
⇒ page 66
♦ Dust and pollen filter (interior filter): cleaning Every 30,000 km or 1 year
housing and renewing filter element
⇒ page 61
♦ Spark plugs: Renew Every 30,000 km or 2 years
• Engine code CFPA
⇒ page 124
♦ Cleaning roll cover
• Only applies for petrol engines
⇒ page 102
♦ Air filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter ele‐
ment
♦ Valid in “dusty” regions
⇒ page 81
590”
CNFB, CSHA
• with/without water separation
⇒ page 66
♦ Renew fuel filter; if vehicle runs on diesel fuel:
DDXE
• Without water separation
⇒ page 66
♦ Camshaft drive toothed belt: Check
CNFB, CSHA
⇒ page 123
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Measure Interval
♦ Cleaning roll cover Every 40,000 km or 2 years
• Only applies for diesel engines
⇒ page 102
♦ Poly V-belt: renewing Every 60,000 km
⇒ page 66
♦ Spark plugs: Renew Every 60,000 km or 4 years
⇒ page 124
CNFB, CSHA
• with/without water separation
⇒ page 66
♦ Dust and pollen filter (interior filter): cleaning Every 80,000 km or 2 years
housing and renewing filter element
⇒ page 61
♦ Air filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter ele‐
ment
⇒ page 81
♦ Toothed belt: renew Every 120,000 km
CNFB, CSHA
⇒ page 123
♦ Toothed belt: renew Every 200,000 km
CNFB, CSHA
⇒ page 123
♦ Diesel particulate filter (if fitted): Read ash mass After 200,000 km for the first time, then every
(saturation level) 40,000 km
⇒ page 38
♦ Poly V-belt: renewing Every 240,000 km
⇒ page 66
♦ Timing chain: Renewing Every 300,000 km
⇒ page 103
♦ Brake and clutch mechanism: change brake fluid After 3 years, then every 2 years
⇒ page 51
♦ Gearbox ML/AL: Change oil No oil change, filled for life
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3 General information
⇒ 3.7 , page 19
⇒ i3.8 n the Digital Service Schedule”, page 20
⇒ o3.3 perating conditions”, page 17
⇒ i3.1 dentification number”, page 15
⇒ d3.2 ata sticker”, page 15
⇒ o3.4 verview for diesel not compliant with EN 590”, page 17
⇒ c3.5 ode and engine number”, page 18
⇒ w3.6 ith high levels of dust”, page 18
3.1 Vehicle identification number

A vehicle identification number is located behind the wind‐
screen on the driver side.
Second vehicle identification number is located on right side of
longitudinal member and can be seen in right wheel housing
-arrow-.
Significance of vehicle identification number

WV1 ZZZ S6 Z B The guide 000 234
Manufacturer Filler charac‐ Model Filler charac‐ Model year Production lo‐ Serial number
code ters ters 2011 cation
3.2 Vehicle data sticker

The vehicle data sticker -1- is attached to the cross member
under the driver seat.
– Move driver seat as far forwards as possible.
– Lift up the carpet behind the seat in the area of the cross
member.
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– Attach the upper of the two vehicle data stickers -arrow- in

the vehicle wallet.
The sticker contains the following data of the vehicle
1 - Vehicle identification number

2 - Vehicle type, motor output, gearbox
3 - Motor and gearbox codes, paint number, interior equipment
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4 - Optional equipment, PR numbers
3.3 Severe operating conditions

If the vehicle is used under severe operating conditions some
work will have to be performed before the next service is due or
at shorter service intervals.
• Regular short trips or stop and go operation in urban traffic
• High percentage of cold starts
• Vehicle is used in areas with winter temperatures over a
long period
• Regular long periods of idling (e.g. taxis)
• Vehicle is often driven at full throttle with high payload or
whilst towing a trailer
• Using diesel with elevated sulphur content
• Regular operation in areas with high levels of dust
• Countries with generally poor road conditions such as high
number of potholes, protrusions, high elevations in the road/
deep “tramlines”.
• High number of gravel roads with poor surface quality,
such as irregularities/bumps, elevations, protruding stones,
waves.
• Subtropical climates (combination of high ambient tempera‐
ture and high air humidity)
3.4 Country overview for diesel not compli‐

ant with EN 590
Examples in fuel inadequacies that can lead to shortened main‐
tenance / exchange intervals:
♦ High sulphur content
♦ Elevated amount of biodiesel
♦ Contaminants in diesel
♦ Elevated amount of water in diesel
Abu Dhabi Gambia Malawi Sierra Leone
Afghanistan Georgia Malaysia Zimbabwe
Egypt Ghana Mali Singapore
Algeria Guatemala Morocco Somalia
Angola Guinea Mauritania Sri Lanka and the Mal‐
dives
Equatorial Guinea Guinea-Bissau Mauritius South Africa
Argentina Guyana Macedonia Sudan
Armenia Haiti Mexico South Sudan
Azerbaijan Honduras Moldova Surinam
Ethiopia India Mongolia Swaziland
Bahamas Indonesia Mozambique Syria
Bahrain Iraq Myanmar Tajikistan
Bangladesh Iran Namibia Tanzania
Belize Jamaica Nepal Thailand
Benin Yemen New Caledonia Togo
Bermudas Jordan Nicaragua Trinidad and Tobago
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Bhutan Cambodia Dutch Overseas Territo‐ Chad

ries
Bolivia Cameroon Niger Tunisia
Botswana Canada Nigeria Turkey
Brazil Cape Verde North Korea Turkmenistan
Brunei Caribbean driving on the Oman Uganda
left
Burkina Faso Kazakhstan Pakistan Ukraine
Burundi Qatar Panama Uruguay
Cayman Islands Kenya Papua New Guinea USA
China Kyrgyz Republic Paraguay Uzbekistan
Costa Rica Columbia Peru Venezuela
Democratic Republic of Cuba Philippines United Arab Emirates
the Congo
Djibouti Kuwait Puerto Rico Vietnam
Dominican Republic Laos Republic of Congo West Sahara
Dubai Lesotho Rwanda Central African Republic
Ecuador Lebanon Russia Ivory Coast
El Salvador Liberia Zambia South Africa
Eritrea Libya Saudi Arabia
Fiji Macao Senegal
Gabon Madagascar Seychelles
3.5 Engine code and engine number

Engine code and engine number are located:
♦ for all engines apart from V6 TDI on a sticker on the toothed
belt guard.
♦ for V6 TDI engine on a sticker on the intake connecting pipe.
♦ on vehicle data sticker on left A-pillar lower trim panel in the
footwell ⇒ page 15
♦ On vehicle data sticker in service schedule for the customer.
3.6 Countries with high levels of dust

♦ High dust content in the air due to road and environmental
conditions.
♦ Dust is categorised according to particle size or type of dust
(organic and inorganic material) such as e.g. pollen, bacte‐
ria, fungal spores or rock dust, mineral fibres.
Abu Dhabi Gabon Macau Somalia
Afghanistan Gambia Madagascar Sri Lanka
Egypt Georgia Malawi Seychelles
Algeria Ghana Maldives South Sudan
Angola Guatemala Mali Sudan
Equatorial Guinea Guinea Morocco Suriname
Argentina Guinea-Bissau Mauritania Swaziland
Armenia Guyana Mauritius Syria
Azerbaijan Honduras Mexico Tajikistan
Ethiopia Hong Kong Mongolia Tanzania
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Australia India Mozambique Thailand

Bahrain Indonesia Myanmar (Burma) Togo
Bangladesh Iraq Namibia Chad
Belize Israel Nepal (Indian subconti‐ Tunisia
nent)
Benin (Dahomey) Yemen Nicaragua Turkey
Bhutan Jordan Niger Turkmenistan
Bolivia Cambodia Nigeria Uganda
Botswana Cameroon North Korea Uruguay
Brazil Cape Verde Oman Ukraine
Brunei Kazakhstan Pakistan Uzbekistan
Burkina Faso (Upper Vol‐ Qatar Palestine Venezuela
ta)
Chile Kenya Panama United Arab Emirates
China Kyrgyz Republic Papua New Guinea Vietnam
Costa Rica Columbia Paraguay West Sahara
Democratic Republic of Cuba Peru Central African Republic
the Congo
Djibouti Kuwait Puerto Rico
Dominican Republic Laos Rwanda
Dubai Lesotho Russian Federation
Ecuador Lebanon Zambia
El Salvador Liberia Saudi Arabia
Ivory Coast Libya Senegal
Eritrea Philippines Sierra Leone
French Guyana Burundi Zimbabwe
Fiji South Africa
3.7 Stickers
⇒ v3.7.1 ehicle data sticker in customer service schedule and in
vehicle”, page 19
3.7.1 Attaching “vehicle data sticker” in cus‐

tomer service schedule and in vehicle
Carry out the following work:
– Attach upper vehicle data sticker -arrow- in customer service
schedule.
Installation position of vehicle data sticker ⇒ page 15
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3.8 Entries in the Digital Service Schedule

If a component is changed which has a change interval prescri‐
bed by the manufacturer, e.g. the toothed belt, the new change
interval begins at the time the component is changed.
• Therefore it is very important, every time a component is
changed, to document this in the Digital Service Schedule.
• For markets where the Digital Service Schedule does not
apply, the respective data is entered in the service history
book.
• This also applies to components which were changed before
the regular change interval.
Note
♦ When using “Genuine parts kits” it must be taken into ac‐

count whether it is technically necessary to change all the
components included in the genuine parts kits.
♦ If more components are renewed than is technically neces‐
sary, inform the customer before repair!
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4 Descriptions of work
⇒ (4.1 reducing agent)”, page 23
⇒ j4.3 oints and suspension link mountings: visual check”, page
35
⇒ t4.2 he vehicle”, page 30
⇒ a4.4 sh mass (saturation level) of diesel particulate filter”,
page 38
⇒ c4.5 hecking with battery tester (always refer to workshop
manual)”, page 39
⇒ c4.6 hecking battery terminal clamps for secure seating”,
page 40
⇒ b4.7 attery (establish backup power supply)”, page 42
⇒ p4.8 assenger front airbag: checking key switch and ON/OFF
function”, page 43
⇒ t4.9 yres: condition, wear pattern, tyre pressure, tread depth”,
page 44
⇒ s4.10 ystem and shock absorbers: inspecting for leaks and
damage”, page 49
⇒ f4.13 luid level: Check”, page 56
⇒ a4.12 nd clutch mechanism: change brake fluid”, page 51
⇒ t4.11 hickness of brake pads and condition of brake discs and
drum brake linings”, page 49
⇒ f4.22 uel filter: draining”, page 75
⇒ f4.20 uel filter: renewing”, page 66
⇒ f4.21 uel system: flushing”, page 66
⇒ w4.14 indows: initialising (activation)”, page 58
⇒ m4.16 emory of all systems: reading with vehicle diagnostic
tester, correcting possible faults according to repair guidelines”,
page 60
⇒ d4.15 iagnostic tester”, page 59
⇒ l4.31 ock: Cleaning and lubricating”, page 95
⇒ E4.32 RA GLONASS into operation”, page 96
⇒ V4.18 -belt: checking condition”, page 61
⇒ V4.19 -belt: renewing”, page 66
⇒ a4.47 nd exterior body: inspecting for corrosion with doors
and flaps open”, page 121
⇒ s4.23 ystem: checking frost protection and coolant level”,
page 78
⇒ f4.24 ilter: cleaning housing and renewing filter element”,
page 81
⇒ a4.28 dditive for diesel fuel: adding”, page 94
⇒ a4.29 dditive for petrol fuel: adding”, page 94
⇒ a4.30 nd components in engine compartment: inspecting for
leaks and damage (from above and below)”, page 95
⇒ o4.27 il: Draining, renewing oil filter and filling engine oil.”,
page 85
⇒ o4.25 il level: checking”, page 83
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⇒ o4.26 il: capacities and specifications ”, page 84

⇒ o4.34 ut a road test”, page 98
⇒ s4.33 et: checking”, page 97
⇒ s4.35 ecuring bolts: tightening to specified torque”, page 99
⇒ P4.36 ressure Loss Indicator: calibrating”, page 101
⇒ r4.37 oll cover”, page 102
⇒ g4.46 reasing door arrester”, page 121
⇒ f4.48 oil: Remove (if fitted)”, page 122
⇒ m4.43 ode: switching off”, page 117
⇒ w4.39 ash/wipe system and headlight washer system: Check‐
ing function and settings”, page 103
⇒ a4.40 djustment: checking and adjusting as necessary”, page
107
⇒ i4.41 nterval display: Reset”, page 113
⇒ i4.42 nterval display: recoding”, page 116
⇒ a4.44 ssisted steering: checking fluid level”, page 118
⇒ r4.45 od ends: checking clearance, firm seating and boots”,
page 119
⇒ a4.17 nd pollen filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter
element”, page 61
⇒ c4.38 hain: Renewing”, page 103
⇒ a4.50 nd date: setting”, page 123
⇒ V4.49 isual check for damage to underbody protection and
underbody covers”, page 123
⇒ d4.52 rive toothed belt: checking condition”, page 123
⇒ d4.51 rive toothed belt: Renew ”, page 123
⇒ p4.53 lugs: Renew”, page 124
4.1 AdBlue® (reducing agent)

⇒ i4.1.1 nformation”, page 23
⇒ r4.1.2 isk and cleaning”, page 25
⇒ i4.1.3 nstructions”, page 26
⇒ r4.1.4 educing agent tank with AdBlue filling systemVAS
6960”, page 26
⇒ t4.1.5 he reducing agent tank from containers”, page 28
⇒ t4.1.6 he reducing agent tank from refill bottles”, page 29
4.1.1 General information

Properties
♦ The reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF) is not a diesel additive
and must not be poured into the diesel fuel tank.
♦ The reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF) is used for exhaust
treatment to reduce nitrogen oxides in the exhaust gas of
diesel powered vehicles.
♦ The reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF) reduces these nitrogen
oxides to water and nitrogen.
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♦ The reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF) is a high-purity 32.5%

urea solution and is used in systems with exhaust treatment
(SCR catalytic converters) for diesel engines.
♦ The reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF) is legally required for
operating vehicles with SCR.
♦ AdBlue® is a registered trademark of the Verband der Auto‐
mobilindustrie e. V. (VDA) in the USA, Germany, the Euro‐
pean Union and other countries.
Application
♦ Do not mix additives with reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF).
♦ Do not dilute the reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF) with water.
♦ Do not use fluid that has already been used.
♦ Only use the reducing agent (AdBlue®) in the intended, origi‐
nal containers. Observe the use-by date.
♦ Comply with the instructions of the reducing agent manufac‐
turer regarding use and storage.
Technical data
♦ “NOx reducing agent AUS 32” is the designation according
to ISO 22241-1.
♦ The reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF) is filled in a separate
tank in the vehicle. It is NOT therefore mixed with diesel fuel.
♦ A refill container approved by Volkswagen must be used for
replenishing the reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF).
♦ The reducing agent tank has a capacity of approx. 13 litres.
♦ The part numbers for available sizes of containers is availa‐
ble in ⇒ ETKA.
Insufficient reducing agent
If the level of reducing agent is low, one of the following mes‐
sages appears on the dash panel insert:
♦ From a remaining distance of 2400 km, a gong sounds and
“Top up AdBlue (DEF)!” is displayed“ Remaining distance
2400 km”.
♦ From a remaining distance of 1000 km, a warning buzzer
sounds and “Top up AdBlue (DEF)!” is displayed“ No engine
starting in 1000 km”
sounds three times and “Top up AdBlue (DEF)!” is dis‐
played“ Engine start no longer possible is shown.”
Note
♦ Depending on vehicle equipment, a symbol can also be

shown instead of a warning lamp in dash panel insert.
♦ In order to be able to restart the engine, the tank for reduc‐
ing agent must be replenished with a minimum of 5 litres of
reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF).
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System malfunction or incorrect filling
Caution
The vehicle is damaged by filling with reducing agent (AdBl‐

ue®) that does NOT comply with the standard or by filling
with other fluids.
In case of system malfunction or incorrect filling, one of the

following messages appears on the dash panel insert:
♦ From a remaining distance of 1050 km, “Check AdBlue
(DEF)!” is displayed“ Remaining distance 1050 km”.
sounds and “Check AdBlue (DEF)!” is displayed“ No engine
start possible in 1000 km”.
sounds three times and “Check AdBlue (DEF)!” is dis‐
played“ Engine start no longer possible”.
Note
Depending on vehicle equipment, a symbol can also be shown

instead of a warning lamp in dash panel insert.
WARNING
♦ As soon as the message “Check AdBlue! No engine

start possible! ” is displayed and the engine is switched
off; the engine cannot be started again.
– Fault recovery ⇒ Guided fault finding
4.1.2 Health risk and cleaning
WARNING
♦ AdBlue®/DEF is corrosive and an irritant that can cause

injury on contact with the skin, eyes and respiratory or‐
gans.
♦ In the event of AdBlue®/DEF coming into contact with
the eyes and skin, wash off immediately with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical assis‐
tance.
♦ In the event of skin contact with this fluid, immediately
wash off with plenty of water.
♦ In the event of AdBlue®/DEF ingestion, rinse out the
mouth immediately with plenty of water for at least
15 minutes. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed
to do so by a doctor. Seek medical assistance without
delay.
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Caution
Never allow reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF) to come into con‐

tact with trim or body parts.
If this happens, wash off the reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF)
with clear water and wipe area with a lint-free cotton cloth.
If the reducing agent (AdBlue®/DEF) has already crystallised,
use warm water and a sponge.
Reducing agent residue that has not been removed will crys‐
tallise and might damage the surface after some time.
4.1.3 Disposal instructions
Caution
Information reference for storage and disposal ⇒ InfoNet,

Operation, Strategy and deadlines, Environment, Handbook
Service Environmental Protection! Ask your importer about
country-specific information on storage and disposal.
The refill container must be disposed of in accordance with
environmental regulations.
4.1.4 Filling reducing agent tank with AdBlue

filling system -VAS 6960-
Special tools and workshop equipment required
♦ Filling device for AdBlue -VAS 6960-
Procedure
Note
♦ Ensure that the vehicle is on a hard, level standing and that

the ignition is switched off.
♦ Refer to the ⇒ Operating manual for the filling device for
AdBlue -VAS 6960-.
♦ Use only demineralised water for cleaning any components
of the AdBlue®/DEF system. Do not use tap water for this.
– Switch off ignition.

– Open tank cap -1-.
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– Clean reducing agent tank filler neck with a water-soaked,

lint-free cotton cloth.
– Insert nozzle of AdBlue filling system -VAS 6960- in tank
filler neck for reducing agent. Start filling procedure.
Note
The filler nozzle of the filling device for AdBlue -VAS 6960-
stops automatically when the required reducing agent level has
been attained.
– Remove filler nozzle.

– Screw in tank cap -1- of tank filler neck until it engages.
– Close tank flap.
Note
After filling the reducing agent tank, switch on the ignition and
leave it switched on for at least 30 seconds so that the system
can detect the replenishment.
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4.1.5 Filling the reducing agent tank from

containers
Procedure
Note



– Use the integrated pourer in the container for refilling with
AdBlue®.
Note
♦ Observe the product information and operating instructions

from the manufacturer.
♦ Do not overfill AdBlue® tank.
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Note
4.1.6 Filling the reducing agent tank from re‐

fill bottles
Procedure
Note



– Open the closure of the refilling bottle.
– Place neck of refilling bottle downwards onto filler neck and
screw it on until finger tight.
– Push refilling bottle towards filler neck and hold it pressed.
– Allow contents of refilling bottle to flow into reducing agent
tank (AdBlue®).
Note
Make sure that you do not squash the refilling bottle; it is not
allowed to be destroyed.
– As soon as refilling bottle is empty, unscrew it and pull it out

upwards.
– Repeat procedure until reducing agent tank (AdBlue®) is full.
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Note
♦ Refer to the product information and handling instructions

from the manufacturer.
♦ Do not overfill AdBlue® tank.
Note
4.2 Lifting the vehicle

⇒ v4.2.2 ehicle with wheel lifts”, page 31
⇒ s4.2.3 upport points”, page 32
⇒ s4.2.4 upport of vehicle”, page 34
4.2.1 Safety information
DANGER!
♦ If alternative support points are used, it may be necessa‐

ry to further secure the vehicle for certain repair work ⇒
page 34 .
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WARNING
♦ Before driving onto a lifting platform, ensure that there is

sufficient clearance between low-lying components and
lifting platform.
♦ Before driving a vehicle onto a lifting platform, ensure
that the vehicle weight does not exceed the permissible
lifting capacity of the platform.
♦ The vehicle may only be lifted at the points indicated to
prevent damage to the underbody and to prevent vehicle
from tipping.
♦ Laden vehicles must be unloaded before being raised.
♦ The contact surfaces for lifting vehicle must be free of
dirt, grease, wax and dust.
♦ The mechanic must lash the vehicle to the lifting plat‐
form.
♦ If the vehicle is not strapped down, there is a great dan‐
ger that the vehicle will slip off the lifting platform.
♦ If the vehicle has been raised with a workshop jack in
order to work underneath it, then it must be securely
supported using suitable stands.
Risk of injury while vehicle is raised

If a drive wheel touches the ground while the vehicle is raised,
the vehicle could begin to move unintentionally. There is a risk
of parts of the body becoming trapped or drawn in.
– Always store the ignition key outside the vehicle.
Or
– Engage neutral.
4.2.2 Raising vehicle with wheel lifts

Observe safety precautions for raising the vehicle ⇒ page 30 .
Note
♦ Raising vehicle with wheel lifts should mainly be done for all
assembly work on vehicle.
♦ Vehicle must under no circumstances be raised on sills, oth‐
erwise its body will be seriously damaged.
♦ The vehicle may only be lifted at points indicated in order to
avoid damaging vehicle and to prevent vehicle from tipping.
♦ The contact surfaces for lifting vehicle must be free of dirt,
grease, wax and dust.
♦ To avoid damage, make sure that no electrical cables, brake
lines or fuel lines become trapped.
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Procedure
– Re-equip lifting platform so that existing 4 mounting plates
are replaced by 4 wheel lift supports -1-.
– Adjust distances of lifting platform so that all 4 wheels sit
exactly in the wheel lift supports -2-.
– Drive vehicle onto lifting platform until vehicle is located ex‐

actly in wheel lifts.
Raising vehicle with wheel lifts as main method of support
– Vehicle can now be raised and lowered to required working
height.
4.2.3 Alternative support points

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♦ 4 x tensioning straps -T10038-
♦ 4 x securing devices -VAS 5244/2-

Observe safety precautions for raising the vehicle ⇒ page 30 .
Note
♦ Vehicle must under no circumstances be raised on sills, oth‐

erwise its body will be seriously damaged.
♦ The vehicle may only be lifted at points indicated in order to
avoid damaging vehicle and to prevent vehicle from tipping.
♦ The contact surfaces for lifting vehicle must be free of dirt,
grease, wax and dust.
♦ The support surfaces must be free of dirt, grease, wax and
dust.
Alternative support points in front

Procedure
– Align front support arms -3- of lifting platform to securing
devices -VAS 5244/2- -2- on both sides under the ladder
frame -1- as indicated.
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Note
To avoid damage to the fuel lines, the tensioning strap -

T10038- must be routed behind the fuel lines.
– If fitted, remove heat shield ⇒ 6-cyl. diesel engine (3.0 l en‐

gine, common rail); Rep. gr. 26; Emission control; Assembly
overview - emission control.
– Secure the front support arms -3- with the ladder frame -1-
on both sides using the tensioning straps -T10038- -4-.
Alternative support points in rear
Procedure
– Align rear support arms -3- of lifting platform to securing
devices -VAS 5244/2- -2- on both sides under the ladder
frame -1- as indicated.
– Secure the rear support arms -3- with the ladder frame -1-
on both sides using the tensioning straps -T10038- -4-.
4.2.4 Additional support of vehicle
Note
♦ Depending on assembly condition of vehicle, it can be se‐

cured using height-adjustable stands in addition to lashing
it to support arms of lifting platform with tensioning straps
-T10038-.
Procedure
– To support vehicle, place height-adjustable stands -1- under
rear longitudinal member -arrows-.
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– Alternatively, height-adjustable stands -2- can be positioned

under rear leaf spring brackets -1- on rear axle tube.
4.3 Swivel joints and suspension link

mountings: visual check
⇒ j4.3.1 oints and suspension link mountings, front”, page 35
⇒ j4.3.2 oints and suspension link mountings, rear”, page 37
4.3.1 Swivel joints and suspension link

mountings, front
– Check boots -arrow- of lower swivel joints for leaks and
damage.
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– Check boots -arrow- of upper swivel joints for leaks and

damage.
– Check upper axial bearings for large cracks, perforating

cracks or cuts in rubber material -arrows-.
– Check front lower axial bearings for large cracks, perforating

cracks or cuts in rubber material -arrow-.
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– Check rear lower axial mountings for large cracks, perforat‐

ing cracks or cuts in rubber material -arrows-.
– In addition, check axial bearings also for following damage:

♦ Complete separation of rubber and metal parts.
♦ Large play between mounting and suspension link, which
has a considerably negative effect on the function of the
mounting.
Note
♦ Superficial cracks and cuts as well as minor separations of

the rubber element from the metal part do not significantly
affect the operation of the elasto-kinematic bearing and are
no cause for complaint.
♦ Damage to the thin rubber skin over cavities due to con‐
struction is also permissible.
♦ Play between bearing and axle component is permissible as
long as there is no negative effect on the function of the
bearing.
4.3.2 Swivel joints and suspension link

mountings, rear
– Check front rubber bushes of leaf springs for large cracks,
perforating cracks or cuts in rubber material -arrows-.
– Check rear rubber bushes of leaf springs for large cracks,

perforating cracks or cuts in rubber material -arrows-.
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– Check rubber bushes also for following damage:

♦ Complete separation of rubber and metal parts.
♦ Large play between mounting and suspension link, which
has a considerably negative effect on the function of the
mounting.
Note
♦ Superficial cracks and cuts as well as minor separations of

the rubber element from the metal part do not significantly
affect the operation of the elasto-kinematic bearing and are
no cause for complaint.
♦ Damage to the thin rubber skin over cavities due to con‐
struction is also permissible.
♦ Play between bearing and axle component is permissible as
long as there is no negative effect on the function of the
bearing.
4.4 Reading ash mass (saturation level) of

diesel particulate filter
Note
♦ The ash mass test provides information on the saturation

level of the particulate filter volume.
♦ After a certain running time diesel particulate filters must be
exchanged, because of ash deposits.
♦ The ash mass test serves to determine whether the diesel
particulate filter needs to be renewed after the ash mass test
or whether it can remain in the vehicle until the next test.
♦ If the limit is reached, renew diesel particulate filter ⇒ Rep.
gr. 26.

– Apply handbrake.
– Automatic gearbox: Move selector lever to position “N”.
– Manual gearbox: move gear lever to neutral.
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Note
If the display is not as shown in the procedure: ⇒ Operating

instructions for vehicle diagnostic tester
ODIS Service
– Connect vehicle diagnostic tester ⇒ page 59 .
– Switch on ignition.
– Carry out identification of vehicle.
– Deselect “Work with guided fault finding”.
– Select “Control unit list”.
– Select “Engine electronics”.
– Select “Identify control unit”.
– Select “Guided Functions”.
– Select “Check ash mass of diesel particulate filter”.
– Follow instructions in “Guided functions” mode.
– Make a note of the test results and compare them with the
figures in the table.
Next step depends on test result:
♦ If ash mass (ash deposit) in diesel particulate filter is below
threshold, no other measures need to be performed.
♦ If ash mass (ash deposit) in diesel particulate filter is up
to threshold at which diesel particulate filter needs to be re‐
newed, renew diesel particulate filter. Removing and instal‐
ling diesel particulate filter ⇒ Rep. gr. 26.
Ash mass of diesel particulate filter
Note the limits for the maximum soot loading, and compare
them with the values in the table below:
Engine Emission Maximum soot deposit, diesel Initial date for measurement of ash mass
standard particulate filter needs to be re‐ in diesel particulate filter
newed
2.0 l, 4-cylin‐ EU5 175 ml 200,000 km
der then every 40,000 km
TDI Com‐
mon Rail
3.0 l, 6-cylin‐ Euro 5 plus, Value of maximum soot deposit 200,000 km
der Euro 6 plus ⇒ Vehicle diagnostic tester then every 40,000 km
TDI Com‐
mon Rail
– When work is complete, disconnect ⇒ Vehicle diagnostic

tester from vehicle.
4.5 Battery: checking with battery tester

(always refer to workshop manual)
The work procedure can be found in the Workshop Manual
⇒ Electrical system, General information; Rep. gr. 27; Starter,
current supply, CCS; Battery; Checking battery.
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4.6 Battery: checking battery terminal

clamps for secure seating
⇒ c4.6.1 hecking battery terminal clamps for secure seating”,
page 40
⇒ t4.6.2 erminal connections”, page 42
4.6.1 Battery: checking battery terminal

clamps for secure seating
♦ Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-
♦ Ratchet wrench -V.A.G. 1331/1-
Note
♦ A securely seated battery terminal clamp ensures trouble

free function and long service life of the battery.
♦ When securing the terminal clamp, ensure it is located fully
on the battery terminal.
Procedure
– Switch off ignition and all electrical consumers, and withdraw
ignition key.
– Remove battery terminal cover.
– Loosen NEGATIVE battery clamp -1-, and remove in
-direction of arrow-.
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– Loosen nut on POSITIVE battery clamp -1-.
– Tighten nut on POSITIVE battery clamp -1- to specified tor‐

que using torque wrench -V.A.G 1331- and ratchet -V.A.G.
1331/1-.
– Reconnect NEGATIVE battery clamp -1-, and tighten it to
specified torque using torque wrench -V.A.G 1331- and
ratchet -V.A.G. 1331/1-.
– Install battery terminal cover.
Note
If the battery has been reconnected, observe procedures de‐

scribed in ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 27; Battery; Disconnect‐
ing and connecting battery.
Specified torques
Component Specified torque
Nuts on battery terminals 6 Nm
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4.6.2 Battery terminal connections
Caution
To prevent damage to the battery terminal clamps and the

battery terminals, observe the following:
♦ The battery terminal clamps must only be connected by
hand (without using force).
♦ Battery terminals must not be greased.
♦ Fit battery terminal clamps in such a way that the battery
terminal is flush with the clamp or protrudes from it.
♦ When reconnecting the battery, always follow the proce‐
dure described in workshop manual ⇒ Rep. gr. 27.
♦ Once the battery terminal clamps have been tightened
to the specified torque, the threaded connections should
not be tightened any further.
Specified torque for battery clamps -1- ⇒ page 40 .
4.7 Charge battery (establish backup pow‐

er supply)
Note
If a software update or flash actions are performed on a vehicle,

a charging unit with a charging current of 70A at least (e. g.
battery charger -VAS 5903-) must be used to avoid problems
during software updates and flash actions.
⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 27; Battery; Charging battery
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4.8 Front passenger front airbag: checking

key switch and “ON/OFF function”
Note
If the airbag is deactivated, the front airbag, side airbag and

curtain airbag are deactivated on the front passenger side. All
other airbags in the vehicle remain functional.
WARNING
The front passenger airbags must only be deactivated if in

exceptional cases a child is transported in a rear-facing child
seat on the front passenger seat.
Note
The “PASSENGER AIRBAG ON/OFF” switch is located on the

right end of dash panel.

– Proceed as follows to check “On/Off function” of key switch:
Deactivating front passenger airbags (deactivated)
– Using the ignition key, turn key switch to position -1- “PAS‐
SENGER AIRBAG OFF”.
If ignition is switched on, warning lamp in dash panel “PASSEN‐

GER AIRBAG OFF” -arrow- must light up continuously.
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4.9 Checking tyres: condition, wear pat‐

tern, tyre pressure, tread depth
⇒ t4.9.2 yre age”, page 45
⇒ p4.9.4 attern: checking”, page 46
⇒ p4.9.6 ressure (including spare wheel): Checking using tyre
inflatorVAS 5216, correcting tyre pressure if necessary”, page
47
⇒ t4.9.5 read depth (including spare wheel): checking and en‐
tering”, page 46
⇒ c4.9.3 hecking condition”, page 46
4.9.1 General information
WARNING
♦ For safety reasons, only tyres of same type and tread

pattern should be fitted on a vehicle! Approved wheel
and tyre combinations e.g. ⇒ Wheels and tyres guide;
Rep. gr. 44; Wheels, tyres, vehicle geometry; Wheel and
tyre combinations.
♦ On vehicles with four-wheel drive, tyres of the same type
and tread pattern must be used. Otherwise the self-lock‐
ing centre differential may be damaged.
Note
♦ Tyre pressures for the relevant model can also be found on

a sticker. It is attached to the inside of tank flap or to B-pillar.
♦ The pressures on the sticker apply to cold tyres. Do not
reduce increased pressures of warm tyres.
♦ Depending on the vehicle, the sticker may also contain in‐
formation on the comfort tyre pressure. The comfort tyre
pressure facilitates improved driving comfort.
♦ Adjust the tyre pressure to suit the vehicle load. For delivery
inspections or repairs, the partial load tyre pressure is to be
used.
♦ If no inflation pressure is shown for the spare wheel, then
inflate the spare wheel to the highest inflation pressure for
the vehicle.
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Winter tyres
Note
♦ Important information on recommended winter tyres can be

found in ⇒ Wheels and tyres guide; Rep. gr. 44; Wheels,
tyres, vehicle geometry; Wheel and tyre combinations.
♦ If winter tyres are fitted, a sticker indicating the speed limit
must be attached in the interior where it is visible for the
customer.
♦ For winter tyres, the tyre pressure does not have be in‐
creased. However, this only applies if the winter tyre used
corresponds exactly to the standard summer tyre size and
the speed index is no higher than “H”. If this is not the case,
please refer to the recommendation of the tyre manufactur‐
er.
4.9.2 Checking tyre age
Note
We recommend not to use any summer or winter tyres older

than 6 years.
Note
The DOT number -arrow- is a sequence of digits that is stam‐

ped onto at least one side wall of vehicle tyres; it indicates the
date the tyre was manufactured.
The first two digits represent the week; for example “09” as
shown in the illustration.
The last two digits represent the year of manufacture; for exam‐
ple “15” as shown in the illustration.
“0915” in this case means that the tyre was manufactured in the
ninth week of the year 2015.
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4.9.3 Tyres: checking condition
WARNING
If damage is determined, always check to see if a new tyre

should be fitted.
Tests at delivery inspection:

– Check tyre side walls and treads for damage and foreign
bodies such as, for example, nails or glass splinters.
Tests at service:
– Check tyre side walls and treads for damage and foreign
bodies such as, for example, nails or glass splinters.
– Check tyres for cupping, one-sided wear, porous side walls,
cuts and punctures.
– Check for appropriate direction of rotation, or make sure that
the inner and outer sides have not been interchanged.
4.9.4 Wear pattern: checking

The wear pattern on the front tyres will indicate, for example, if
toe and camber settings should be checked:
♦ Feathering on tread indicates incorrect toe setting.
♦ One-sided tread wear is mainly attributed to incorrect toe
and camber.
If wear of this nature is detected, determine cause by checking
alignment (repair measure).
4.9.5 Tyre tread depth (including spare

wheel): checking and entering
– Check tyre tread depth.
Minimum tread depth: 1.6 mm
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Note
♦ This figure may vary according to legislation in individual

countries. Your importer will inform you about this.
♦ The minimum tread depth is reached when the tyres have
worn down level with the 1.6 mm high tread wear indicators
-arrows- positioned at intervals around the tyre.
If the tread depth is approaching the minimum allowed depth,

inform the customer.
4.9.6 Tyre pressure (including spare wheel):

Checking using tyre inflator -VAS
5216-, correcting tyre pressure if nec‐
essary
♦ Tyre inflater -VAS 5216-
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Note
♦ During delivery inspection, check that tyre inflation pressure

sticker is fitted. If the sticker is missing, order a new sticker
through ETKA.
♦ “Checking tyre pressure” also applies to the spare wheel, if a
spare wheel with standard tyres is fitted. Spare wheel has to
be removed to do this ⇒ Running gear, axles, steering; Rep.
gr. 44; Wheels, tyres; Removing and installing spare wheel.
♦ The pressures in the table apply to cold tyres. Do not reduce
increased pressures of warm tyres.
♦ Winter tyres and summer tyres may be used with the same
tyre sizes - check suitability for use with chains.
♦ Tyre pressures for the relevant model can also be found on
a sticker attached to the inside of fuel tank flap.
♦ Values for pressure are indicated in “bar”.
♦ Adjust the tyre pressure to suit the vehicle load.
♦ Tyre pressures apply for all tyre sizes fitted in the factory.
♦ The tyre pressures indicated are valid when towing a trailer
up to a speed of 130 km/h (if permitted).
♦ Note that a basic setting of the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator
is to be performed on vehicles with Tyre Pressure Loss Indi‐
cator each time the pressure is changed ⇒ page 101 .
Explanation for speed indexes used in the table:

♦ Q: up to 160 km/h
♦ R: up to 170 km/h
♦ S: up to 180 km/h
♦ T: up to 190 km/h
♦ H: up to 210 km/h
♦ V: up to 240 km/h
Tyre pressure table, model year 2017 ►
Type of tyre Vehicle Half load Full load Vehicle Half load Full load
variant variant
Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear
♦ 205 R16 C Pick Up 2.5 2.5 2.8 4.5 Double cab 2.7 2.7 3.0 4.5
110/108 T
♦ 245/70 R16 Pick Up 2.0 2.0 2.2 3.0 Double cab 2.0 2.0 2.2 3.0
xl 111
xl 111
xl 112
xl 111
xl 109
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Applies to all factory-fitted tyre sizes

Spare wheel with standard tyres
The spare wheel should have the highest tyre pressure deter‐
mined for the vehicle.
4.10 Brake system and shock absorbers: in‐

specting for leaks and damage
– Check following components for leaks and damage:
♦ Brake servo, for anti-lock brake system (hydraulic unit)
♦ Brake caliper
♦ Brake master cylinder and shock absorber for inspection
– Make sure that brake hoses are not twisted ⇒ Brake hydraul‐
ic system, regulator, booster; Rep. gr. 47.
– In addition, make sure that brake hoses do not contact other
components across entire steering range.
– Check brake hoses for abrasion and brittleness.
– Check brake hoses and lines for chafing.
– Check brake connections and fastenings for correct seating,
leaks and corrosion.
WARNING
Faults found must always be rectified (repair measure).
4.11 Checking thickness of brake pads and

condition of brake discs and drum
brake linings
⇒ p4.11.1 ads/linings: Check thickness”, page 49
⇒ t4.11.2 hickness of drum brake linings”, page 50
⇒ c4.11.3 ondition of brake discs”, page 51
4.11.1 Brake pads/linings: Check thickness

♦ Electric hand torch and mirror
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♦ Fluorescent lamp, 13 watts -VAS 6485-

The adapter to loosen and tighten the anti-theft wheel bolts can
be found in the vehicle tool kit ⇒ page 99
Note
A suitable adapter for loosening and tightening anti-theft wheel

bolts is provided in the vehicle tool kit.
Procedure
– Measure outer and inner brake pad thickness by inspecting
through the holes of wheel rim (depending on type).
– If necessary, remove wheel on driver side for better evalua‐
tion or measurement of remaining pad thickness ⇒ Running
gear, axles, steering; Rep. gr. 44; Wheels, tyres; Removing
tyres.
– Before removing wheel, mark position of wheel relative to
brake disc in order to avoid imbalances on vehicle wheel.
– Assess or measure inner and outer pad thickness.
a - Pad thickness “without” backplate

Wear limit: ⇒ Brake system; Rep. gr. 46; Rear brake; Assembly
overview - rear brake
Specified torques
♦ Specified torque for wheel bolts ⇒ Running gear, axles,
steering; Rep. gr. 44; Wheels, tyres; Specified torque for
wheel bolts
4.11.2 Checking thickness of drum brake lin‐

ings
Procedure
– Remove inspection hole cover.
– Check brake lining thickness through inspection holes
-arrow- in brake backplates.
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4.11.3 Checking condition of brake discs

Procedure
– Check all brake discs for the following damage patterns:
♦ Cracks
♦ Scoring
♦ Rust (no surface rust)
♦ Degree of wear at the ridge along the circumference
Checking brake disc for wear
4.12 Brake and clutch mechanism: change

brake fluid
♦ Brake filling and bleeding equipment -VAS 6860-
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♦ Tool set for brake bleeding -VAS 6564-
♦ Upgrade kit and extraction unit -V.A.G 1869/4-
WARNING
♦ Never allow brake fluid to come into contact with flu‐

ids that contain mineral oils (e.g. oil, petrol, cleaning
agents). Mineral oils damage the seals and boots in the
brake system and clutch mechanism.
♦ Brake fluid is poisonous. In addition, due to its corrosive
nature, it must not come into contact with paint.
♦ Brake fluid is hygroscopic, which means it absorbs mois‐
ture from the ambient air and should therefore always be
stored in air-tight containers.
♦ Rinse off spilled brake fluid using plenty of water.
♦ Do not reuse extracted (used) brake fluid!
♦ Observe relevant disposal regulations.
♦ Only fill and bleed the brakes with the brake filling and
bleeding equipment. Ensure that the adapters are not
contaminated with fluids containing mineral oil.
Perform the following procedure:
Caution
When replenishing, make sure to not spill any liquids in the

engine compartment.
Spilled liquids may cause damage to the paintwork and to
components in the engine compartment.
Toothed belts, V-belts and poly V-belts which came into
contact with oil, brake fluid, coolant or fuel must always be
renewed.
– Unscrew cap -1- from brake fluid reservoir -2-.
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Note
The strainer in brake fluid reservoir must remain in place.
– Extract as much brake fluid as possible out of the brake fluid

reservoir using suction hose from brake filling and bleeding
unit -VAS 6860-.
WARNING
Do not reuse extracted (used) brake fluid!
– Screw adapter -1- onto brake fluid reservoir -2-.
– Connect filler hose from brake filling and bleeding unit -VAS
6860- to adapter.
Note
Make sure to observe the ⇒ operating instructions for the brake

filling and bleeding unit -VAS 6860-.
WARNING
Use suitable bleeder hose. It must sit tightly on bleeder valve

so that no air can enter brake system.
Changing brake fluid at clutch slave cylinder

Bleeder valve for clutch slave cylinder is located on left side of
gearbox.
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– Pull cover cap off bleeder valve of clutch slave cylinder

-arrow-.
– Push collector bottle bleeder hose onto bleeder valve of

clutch slave cylinder.
– Open bleeder valve and allow approx. 0.1 litre or 100 cm3 to
flow out.
– Close bleeder valve. Rapidly operate pedal cluster from stop
to stop 10 to 15 times.
– Open bleeder valve and allow another 0.05 litre or 50 cm3 of
brake fluid to flow out.
– Close bleeder valve and push on cover cap.
– Press clutch pedal rapidly several times.
– Remove caps from bleed valves of brake calipers.
Changing brake fluid at rear:
– Push collector bottle bleed hose -1- onto rear right bleed
valve.
– Open bleeder valve and let appropriate quantity of brake

fluid run out (see table).
– Close bleeder valve again.
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Repeat procedure on rear left of vehicle.

Changing brake fluid at front
– Push collector bottle bleed hose -1- onto front right bleed
valve. Open bleeder valve and let appropriate quantity of
brake fluid run out (see table).
– Close bleeder valve again.
Repeat procedure on front left of vehicle.

Sequence Recommended quantity of brake fluid to be changed
On clutch slave cylinder 1) approx. 0.15 l
Rear right approx. 0.25 l
Rear left approx. 0.25 l
Front right approx. 0.25 l
Front left approx. 0.25 l
1) Only vehicles with manual gearbox

• Brake fluid quantity to be changed: approx. 1.0 to 1.15 litre
(depending on vehicle equipment)
Concluding work
– Fit cover caps on bleeder valves of brake calipers.
– Move fill lever of brake filling and bleeding unit -VAS 6860-
to position “B” (see ⇒ operating instructions).
– Take filler hose off adapter.
– Unscrew adapter from brake fluid reservoir.
– Check brake fluid level and correct it if necessary.
– Screw cap -1- onto brake fluid reservoir -2-.
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– Remove brake pedal depressor.

– Check pedal pressure and brake pedal free play.
Free play: max. 1/3 of pedal travel.
4.12.1 Brake fluid specification

The brake fluids are available as replacement part. The part
number can be found in ⇒ Electronic parts catalogue “ETKA”.
Permissible brake fluid specifications
♦ Volkswagen recommends using new brake fluid acc. to VW
Standard 501 14 for optimum function of brake system.
♦ Alternatively, a brake fluid acc. to requirements of US stand‐
ard FMVSS 116 DOT4 or DIN ISO 4925 Class 4 can be
used.
♦ Specification is stated on brake fluid packaging.
4.13 Brake fluid level: Check

⇒ b4.13.1 rake fluid level at delivery inspection”, page 57
⇒ b4.13.2 rake fluid level at inspection service”, page 58
⇒ f4.12.1 luid specification”, page 56
Please note the following:
Note
On right-hand drive vehicles, the brake fluid reservoir is located

on the right side in engine compartment at plenum chamber
bulkhead.
• The brake fluid is dependent on pad wear.

• Brake fluid VW 501 14 with part number -B 000 750- must
be used.
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WARNING
♦ Never allow brake fluid to come into contact with flu‐

ids that contain mineral oils (e.g. oil, petrol, cleaning
agents). Mineral oils damage the seals and boots in the
brake system and clutch mechanism.
♦ Brake fluid is poisonous. In addition, due to its corrosive
nature, it must not come into contact with paint.
♦ Brake fluid is hygroscopic, which means it absorbs mois‐
ture from the ambient air and should therefore always be
stored in air-tight containers.
♦ Rinse off spilled brake fluid using plenty of water.
♦ Do not reuse extracted (used) brake fluid!
♦ Only fill and bleed the brakes with the brake filling and
bleeding equipment. Ensure that the adapters are not
contaminated with fluids containing mineral oil.
4.13.1 Checking brake fluid level at delivery

inspection
Caution

engine compartment.
renewed.
– At delivery inspection the fluid level must be at max. mark‐

ing.
Note
To prevent brake fluid from flowing out of the reservoir, the max.
marking -1- must not be exceeded.
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4.13.2 Checking brake fluid level at inspection

service
Caution

engine compartment.
renewed.
The fluid level must always be judged in conjunction with lin‐

ing/pad wear.
When vehicle is in use, fluid level tends to drop slightly due to
lining/pad wear and automatic adjustment.
• Recommended brake fluid level, if brake pads are almost at
wear limit:
“At min. marking or just above” -2-, “REPLENISHING IS NOT
REQUIRED”.
• Recommended brake fluid level when brake pads are new or

well within pad wear limit:
“between min. and max. marking”.
WARNING
If the fluid level is below min. marking -2-, the brake system
must be checked for leaks before fluid is topped up, “Repair
measure”.
4.14 Electric windows: initialising (activa‐

tion)
WARNING
After batteries have been disconnected and reconnected the

roll-back function of the window regulators is disabled. Se‐
vere pinching injuries could result!
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Note
♦ The automatic opening and closing functions of the electric

windows do not work after the batteries have been discon‐
nected and reconnected.
♦ Therefore, with immediate effect, before a new vehicle is
delivered, the window regulators must be reactivated.
♦ Once the windows have been repositioned, the batteries
must not be disconnected again.

– Close all doors and windows completely.
– Allow window regulator to move up to stop once automatical‐
ly, then pull switch again for 2 seconds. This programs the
upper stop for the window regulator motor.
The one-touch opening and closing function is now ready for
use.
4.15 Vehicle diagnostic tester

⇒ v4.15.1 ehicle diagnostic tester”, page 59 .
4.15.1 Connecting vehicle diagnostic tester

♦ Diagnosis system -VAS 6160 A-
♦ Diagnosis system VCI -VAS 6150 C-
Note
Ensure that the selected vehicle diagnostic tester is used only

with the respective diagnostic cable.
WARNING
♦ During a road test, you must always secure testing and

measuring equipment on the back seat.
♦ Only a passenger may operate these devices while the
vehicle is in motion.
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– Connect diagnostic line connector to diagnostic connection.

– Switch on vehicle diagnostic tester.
Now follow information given on screen to start desired func‐
tions.
4.16 Fault memory of all systems: reading

with vehicle diagnostic tester, correct‐
ing possible faults according to repair
guidelines
Procedure
Note
If the display is not as shown in the procedure: ⇒ Operating

instructions for vehicle diagnostic tester
ODIS Service
– Enter task data, or select “Without task”.
– Select “Control units”.
– Select “Event memory list”.
– Repair all faults according to repair guidelines.
Caution
The vehicle must always be delivered to the customer with

event memory cleared.
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Static faults
If one or more static faults are found in the event memory,
we recommend seeking agreement from the customer to rectify
these faults using Guided Fault Finding.
Sporadic faults
If only sporadic faults or messages are stored in the event
memory and the customer has no complaints in conjunction
with the electronic vehicle system, clear event memory.
4.17 Dust and pollen filter: cleaning housing

and renewing filter element
Refer to Workshop Manual for procedure ⇒ Heating, air con‐
ditioning; Rep. gr. 87; Front heater and air conditioning unit;
Removing and installing dust and pollen filter.
4.18 Poly V-belt: checking condition

⇒ V4.18.1 -belt: checking condition, 4-cylinder diesel engines”,
page 61
⇒ V4.18.2 -belt: checking condition, 6-cylinder diesel engines”,
page 64
⇒ V4.18.3 -belt: checking condition, petrol engines”, page 64
4.18.1 Poly V-belt: checking condition, 4-cylin‐

der diesel engines
♦ Centring mandrel -3176-
♦ Battery lamp -VAS 6901-

♦ Mirror
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Procedure
– If fitted, remove noise insulation ⇒ General body repairs, ex‐
terior; Rep. gr. 66; Noise insulation; Removing and installing
noise insulation.
Note
♦ As wear of the poly V-belt progresses, the poly V-belt be‐

comes longer, thus causing the tensioning roller to travel
downwards. The distance between the tensioning roller and
the idler roller specifies the wear limit. If the distance is
14 mm or smaller, the wear limit has been reached. The
tip of the centring mandrel -3176- has a diameter of 15 mm.
If the tip of the centring mandrel -3176- can be pushed be‐
tween the tensioning roller and the idler roller, the distance is
15 mm or greater => the wear limit has not been reached. If
the tip cannot be pushed between the tensioning roller and
the idler roller, then the distance is 14 mm or smaller => the
wear limit has been reached.
♦ Do not use excessive force when pushing the centring man‐
drel -3176- between the tensioning roller and the idler roller,
since the tensioning roller would otherwise give in to the
pressure, move and falsify the result of the measurement.
– With poly V-belt -2- fitted, insert tip of centring mandrel

-3176- -4- between tensioning roller -1- and idler roller -3-.
Test result: tip of centring mandrel -3176- fits between tension‐

ing roller and idler roller
– Use a socket wrench to turn the engine at the vibration
damper/pulley in direction of engine rotation.
– Check poly V-belt -1- for:
♦ Sub-surface cracks (cracks, core ruptures, cross-sectional

breaks)
62 4. Descriptions of work Volkswagen Technical Site: https://vwts.ru

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♦ Layer separation (top layer, cord strands)

♦ Base disruption
♦ Frayed cord strands
♦ Flank wear (material wear, frayed flanks, flank brittleness
-glassy flanks-, surface cracks)
♦ Traces of oil and grease
♦ Effect of foreign bodies
♦ Blue colouration due to heat (danger of slipping)
If the visual check shows that something is wrong and the poly
V-belt has to be removed, please check the following compo‐
nents:
♦ Examine the poly V-belt for the effect of foreign bodies.
♦ Bearing damage (turn by hand and examine for noises and
smooth running).
♦ Functional check of alternator pulley with freewheel ⇒ Elec‐
trical System, General Information; Rep. gr. 27; Alternator.
♦ Check poly V-belt tensioner for axial displacement.
Caution
• If faults are found, it is absolutely necessary to renew

the poly V-belt.
• This can avoid breakdowns and malfunctions.
• The replacement of a poly V-belt is a repair measure.
• If the poly V-belt is renewed, the tensioning device for
the poly V-belt must also always be renewed on all 2
litre common rail diesel engines of the EA 189 series.
Test result: tip of centring mandrel -3176- does not fit between
tensioning roller and idler roller
– Renew poly V-belt ⇒ Rep. gr. 13; Cylinder block, pulley end;
Removing and installing poly V-belt.
– Renew poly V-belt tensioner and idler roller ⇒ Rep. gr. 13;
Cylinder block, pulley end; Removing and installing poly V-
belt
– Check function of alternator pulley with freewheel ⇒ Electri‐
cal System, General Information; Rep. gr. 27; Alternator.
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4.18.2 Poly V-belt: checking condition, 6-cylin‐

der diesel engines
– Crank engine at vibration damper on pulley using a socket.

Check poly V-belt -1- for:
breaks)
♦ Base disruption
nents:
smooth running).
Caution

the poly V-belt.
4.18.3 Poly V-belt: checking condition, petrol

engines
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♦ Mirror
Procedure
– If fitted, remove noise insulation ⇒ General body repairs, ex‐
terior; Rep. gr. 66; Noise insulation; Removing and installing
noise insulation.
– Crank engine at vibration damper on pulley using a socket.
Note
The engine may only be turned in the direction of engine rota‐

tion - risk of engine damage.
– Check poly V-belt -1- for:

breaks)
♦ Base disruption
nents:
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smooth running).
Caution

the poly V-belt.
4.19 Poly V-belt: renewing

Procedure is described in Workshop Manual ⇒ Rep. gr. 13.
4.20 Diesel fuel filter: renewing

Procedure is described in Workshop Manual ⇒ Rep. gr. 20; Fuel
filter; Removing and installing fuel filter.
4.21 Diesel fuel system: flushing
Note
The following work descriptions are only valid for the Brazilian
market.
⇒ f4.21.1 uel system: flushing, 4-cylinder diesel engine (2.0 l

engine)”, page 67
⇒ f4.21.2 uel system: flushing, 6-cylinder diesel engine (3.0 l
engine)”, page 71
♦ Flushing equipment for Amarok; manufacturer: Ezatta
(EZA.000.001)
♦ Flushing equipment for Amarok; manufacturer: Snapon
(FEM.000.073)
♦ Used oil collection and extraction unit -VAS 6622-
♦ Diagnosis system -VAS 6160 A-
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4.21.1 Diesel fuel system: flushing, 4-cylinder

diesel engine (2.0 l engine)
Note
♦ Ensure that no components come into contact with diesel

fuel. Clean immediately, if necessary.
♦ Wear suitable protective gloves when carrying out the follow‐
ing work.
♦ Wash your hands thoroughly and without delay if the flush‐
ing mixture should come into contact with the skin.
– Remove fuse for fuel delivery unit -GX1- from fuse holder
-F- ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 97; Relay carriers, fuse car‐
riers, electronics boxes; Overview of fitting locations – relay
carriers, fuse carriers, electronics boxes.
– Raise vehicle ⇒ t4.2 he vehicle”, page 30 .
Note
Use suitable cleaning cloths to catch the escaping fuel when

disconnecting fuel lines.
– Place used oil collection and extraction unit -VAS 6622- un‐
der fuel filter.
– Press in corresponding buttons on hose couplings, and dis‐
connect fuel lines -A-, -B-, -C- and -D-.
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♦ A – fuel supply line (from fuel filter to high-pressure pump)

♦ B – fuel supply line (from fuel tank to fuel filter)
♦ C – fuel return line (from high-pressure pump to fuel tank)
♦ D – fuel supply line (from fuel tank to fuel filter)
Mixing the fluid for flushing
Note
♦ Withdraw 300 ml of S10 diesel directly from the vehicle fuel

tank.
♦ Before using the container of the flushing unit, make sure it
is clean.
♦ The used fuel must be of high quality and in good condition.
– Prepare the mixture with the following proportions: 300 ml

of S10 diesel and 300 ml of diesel oil stabiliser additive
(Almax).
– Fill the mixture into the container of the flushing unit, and
open valve on the supply hose.
– Hold the valve in the opened position to relieve excess pres‐
sure.
Flushing equipment for Amarok (Snapon) – FEM.000.073
– Secure flushing unit to underside of vehicle so that pressure
gauge faces towards outer side of vehicle.
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Continued for both flushing systems:

– Connect flushing unit lines as shown in diagram.
– Inspect connections for leaks.

Flushing equipment for Amarok (Ezatta) – EZA.000.001
– Place flushing equipment next to vehicle (see diagram).
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– Connect electrical cables of flushing unit to positive and neg‐
ative battery terminals, and switch on the flushing unit.
– Observe pressure displayed on pressure gauge (it must be
between 3.5 and 4.0 bar).
Note
♦ If the pressure is exceeded, switch off the flushing unit, and

inspect the valves and hoses for damage.
♦ If the recommended pressure is not attained, inspect the
flushing unit.
– If the pressure is between 3.5 and 4.0 bar as specified, wait

2 minutes until air has escaped from the system.
– Then start engine, and allow the flushing system to run for
15 minutes. In the process, observe the pressure displayed
on the pressure gauge (it must be between 3.5 and 4.0 bar).
Note
Switch off the engine immediately in the event of excessive

pressure fluctuations, pressure drops and/or leaks.
– After 15 minutes, turn off the vehicle engine, switch off the
flushing system, and disconnect it from the battery.
Remove flushing system from vehicle, observing the following:
– Before disconnecting lines, connect hose valve to flushing
mixture supply line.
– Reconnect all original lines and re-establish all original con‐
nections on vehicle.
– Insert fuse for fuel delivery unit -GX1- back into fuse holder
F -SF-.
– Flush fuel system using vehicle diagnostic tester (as speci‐
fied in ODIS) ⇒ page 59 .
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Note
Dispose of the excessive flushing mixture according to valid

regulations for disposal, and clean the flushing unit.
– Start engine.
4.21.2 Diesel fuel system: flushing, 6-cylinder

diesel engine (3.0 l engine)
Note
♦ Ensure that no components come into contact with diesel

♦ Wear suitable protective gloves when carrying out the follow‐
ing work.
♦ Wash your hands thoroughly and without delay if the flush‐
ing mixture should come into contact with the skin.
– Remove fuse for fuel delivery unit -GX1- from fuse holder
-F- ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 97; Relay carriers, fuse car‐
riers, electronics boxes; Overview of fitting locations – relay
carriers, fuse carriers, electronics boxes.
– Raise vehicle ⇒ t4.2 he vehicle”, page 30 .
Note
Use suitable cleaning cloths to catch the escaping fuel when

disconnecting fuel lines.
– Place used oil collection and extraction unit -VAS 6622- un‐
der fuel filter.
– Release fuel filter -blue component- from its holder ⇒ Fuel
supply system – diesel engines; Rep. gr. 20; Fuel filter; Re‐
moving and installing fuel filter.
– Press in corresponding buttons on hose couplings, and dis‐
connect fuel lines -A-, -B-, -C- and -D-.
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♦ A – fuel supply line (from fuel filter to high-pressure pump)

♦ B – fuel supply line (from fuel tank to fuel filter)
♦ C – fuel supply line (from fuel tank to fuel filter)
♦ D – fuel return line (from high-pressure pump to fuel tank)
Mixing the fluid for flushing
Note
♦ Withdraw 300 ml of S10 diesel directly from the vehicle fuel

tank.
♦ Before using the container of the flushing unit, make sure it
is clean.
♦ The used fuel must be of high quality and in good condition.
– Prepare the mixture with the following proportions: 300 ml

of S10 diesel and 300 ml of diesel oil stabiliser additive
(Almax).
– Fill the mixture into the container of the flushing unit, and
open valve on the supply hose.
– Hold the valve in the opened position to relieve excess pres‐
sure.
– Replace return line (from high-pressure pump to fuel tank)
with -connection 1- by line with -connection 2-.
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Flushing equipment for Amarok (Snapon) – FEM.000.073

– Secure flushing unit to underside of vehicle so that pressure
gauge faces towards outer side of vehicle.

– Connect flushing unit lines as shown in diagram.
– Inspect connections for leaks.

Flushing equipment for Amarok (Ezatta) – EZA.000.001
– Place flushing equipment next to vehicle (see diagram).
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– Connect electrical cables of flushing unit to positive and neg‐
ative battery terminals, and switch on the flushing unit.
– Observe pressure displayed on pressure gauge (it must be
between 3.5 and 4.0 bar).
Note
♦ If the pressure is exceeded, switch off the flushing unit, and

inspect the valves and hoses for damage.
♦ If the recommended pressure is not attained, inspect the
flushing unit.
– If the pressure is between 3.5 and 4.0 bar as specified, wait

2 minutes until air has escaped from the system.
– Then start engine, and allow the flushing system to run for
15 minutes. In the process, observe the pressure displayed
on the pressure gauge (it must be between 3.5 and 4.0 bar).
Note
Switch off the engine immediately in the event of excessive

pressure fluctuations, pressure drops and/or leaks.
– After 15 minutes, turn off the vehicle engine, switch off the
flushing system, and disconnect it from the battery.
Remove flushing system from vehicle, observing the following:
– Before disconnecting lines, connect hose valve to flushing
mixture supply line.
– Reconnect all original lines and re-establish all original con‐
nections on vehicle.
– Insert fuse for fuel delivery unit -GX1- back into fuse holder
F -SF-.
– Flush fuel system using vehicle diagnostic tester (as speci‐
fied in ODIS) ⇒ page 59 .
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Note
Dispose of the excessive flushing mixture according to valid

regulations for disposal, and clean the flushing unit.
– Start engine.
4.22 Diesel fuel filter: draining

⇒ f4.22.1 uel filter: draining”, page 75
⇒ f4.22.2 ilter: Draining, fuel filter with draining line”, page 76
4.22.1 Diesel fuel filter: draining

• Apply handbrake, turn off engine, and switch off ignition.
• Make sure underbody is accessible.
• Prepare suitable container for collecting drained water.
Caution
Ensure that no components come into contact with diesel

– Place suitable container beneath water drain plug.

– Loosen water drain plug -1- at lower end of filter by approx.
1/2 to 2/3 turn.
– Release quick-release coupling of fuel line -3- -arrow A-, and

pull line off fuel filter -arrow B-.
– Drain approx. 100 ml of diesel-water mixture into suitable
container -2-.
Note
Observe relevant disposal regulations.
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– Fit quick-release coupling of fuel line -2- back on (line must

engage audibly).
– Screw water drain plug -1- back in, if necessary replace it

with a new seal if the old one was damaged.
Note
♦ Remove leaked fuel.

♦ When the engine is started for the first time after the fuel
system has been bled, it might take several seconds until
the engine is running.
– Check system for leaks (visual check).
4.22.2 Diesel filter: Draining, fuel filter with

draining line
The draining line with water drain plug -1- is located on the right
side of vehicle on the longitudinal member of the front door.

– Apply handbrake, turn off engine, and switch off ignition.
– Make sure draining line is accessible.
– Pull off protective cap -1- in direction of -arrow-.
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Caution
Ensure that no components come into contact with diesel

– Fit a suitable hose -2- onto water drain plug -1-.
– Insert the end of the hose in a suitable container -3-.

– Loosen water drain plug -1- by approx. 1/2 to 2/3 turn.
– Drain approx. 185 ml of diesel-water mixture into suitable
container -3-.
Note

♦ Remove leaked fuel.
♦ When the engine is started for the first time after the fuel
system has been bled, it might take several seconds until
the engine is running.
– Close draining line on water drain plug again and fit protec‐
tive cap.
– Check system for leaks (visual check).
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4.23 Cooling system: checking frost protec‐

tion and coolant level
Note
♦ The water used for mixing has a major influence on the

effectiveness of the coolant. Because the water quality dif‐
fers from country to country and even from region to region,
the quality of the water to be used in the cooling system
has been specified by Volkswagen. Distilled water fulfils all
requirements. Therefore, only ever use distilled water when
mixing coolant for topping up or renewing coolant.
♦ Use only coolant additives which conform with the ⇒ Elec‐
tronic parts catalogue (ETKA). Other coolant additives may
reduce corrosion protection substantially. The resulting dam‐
age could lead to loss of coolant and subsequent severe
damage to the motor.
♦ Mixed in the proper proportions, coolant inhibits frost and
corrosion damage as well as scaling. Furthermore, the boil‐
ing point is raised. For these reasons, the cooling system
must be filled all year round with a coolant additive.
♦ Because of its high boiling point, the coolant improves en‐
gine reliability under heavy loads, particularly in countries
with tropical climates.
♦ The refractometer -T10007A- or refractometer -T10007B-
must be used to determine the current anti-freeze value.
♦ Scale -1- of the refractometer is calibrated for the coolant

additives G12++ and G12evo.
♦ Scale -2- of the refractometer is calibrated for the coolant
additive G13.
♦ If it is not possible to ensure that the same type of coolant
additive is filled: always determine anti-freeze protection us‐
ing the scale for G13.
♦ Frost protection must be guaranteed down to -25°C as a
minimum and, in countries with arctic conditions, down to
approx. -36°C. Increasing the frost protection is permissible
only if climatic conditions require stronger frost protection. It
may, however, be increased only to a maximum of -48°C.
Otherwise, the cooling effect will be impaired.
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♦ Do not reduce the coolant concentration by adding water

even in the warm season or in hot countries. Frost protection
must be guaranteed down to at least -25°C.
♦ The temperature reading on the refractometer corresponds
to the »ice flocculation point«. Flakes of ice may start form‐
ing in the coolant at this temperature.
♦ Never reuse old coolant.
♦ Use only a water/coolant additive mixture as a slip agent for
coolant hoses.
♦ Check frost protection, if necessary replenish coolant addi‐

tive ⇒ page 79
♦ Check coolant level, replenish coolant if necessary ⇒ page
80
♦ Mixture ratio ⇒ page 81
4.23.1 Frost protection: checking, replenishing

coolant additive if necessary
♦ Refractometer -T10007A-
♦ Refractometer -T10007B-
Note
Read precise value for the following tests at light-dark border.

Using a pipette, place a drop of water on the glass to improve
the readability of the light-dark border. The light-dark border can
be clearly recognised on the “WATERLINE”.
– Check concentration of coolant additive using refractometer

(refer to operating instructions).
Scale -1- of the refractometer is calibrated for the coolant addi‐
tives G12++ and G12evo.
Scale -2- of the refractometer is calibrated for the coolant addi‐

tive G13.
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– If frost protection is insufficient, drain some coolant and top

up with coolant additive ⇒ page 80 .
Note
♦ If the currently used coolant additive cannot be determined

precisely, use the scale -2- for coolant additive G13.
♦ Please observe disposal instructions!
– Check coolant additive concentration after road test again.
4.23.2 Coolant level: checking, replenishing

coolant if necessary
– Check coolant level in expansion tank with engine cold.
Recommended coolant level at delivery inspection:
♦ Coolant level above “MIN marking” -arrow-
Recommended coolant level at inspection service

• Within hatched area -arrow-.
Caution

engine compartment.
renewed.
– If coolant is too low, add required amount according to mix‐

ing ratio.
Note
If fluid loss is greater than can be expected through normal use,

determine source and rectify (repair measure).
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4.23.3 Mixing ratio
Caution
Use only distilled water for mixing coolant additives. The use
of distilled water ensures optimum protection against corro‐
sion.
Anti-freeze protection Coolant additive portion Water

to
-25°C approx. 40% approx. 60%
4.24 Air filter: cleaning housing and renew‐

ing filter element
♦ Spring-type clip pliers -VAS 5024/A- or hose clip pliers -VAS
6340-
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♦ Torque screwdriver -VAS 6494-
Removing
Note
When changing the fir filter ensure that no debris enters into the
intake hose, air mass meter -G70- and air filter upper part.
– Before changing air filter, clean outside of air filter housing.

– Separate electrical connectors on upper part of air filter.
– Pull off vacuum hoses on upper part of air filter.
– Seal all openings of components using caps or hood covers
immediately after removal.
– Loosen intake hose using spring-type clip pliers -VAS
5024/A- or hose clip pliers -VAS 6340-, and pull off hose.
– Unscrew bolts -1- on air filter upper part (qty. 7).
– Remove upper part of air filter -2-.

– Take air filter element -1- out of air filter housing -2-.
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Installing
Install in reverse order of removal, observing the following:
– Clean air filter housing.
– Remove all caps or hood covers from sealed components.
– Ensure air filter insert is seated correctly in the housing.
– Ensure that the peripheral seal is seated correctly on the air
filter housing.
– Resetting learnt values in engine control unit -J623- ⇒ Vehi‐
cle diagnostic tester.
Specified torques
♦ ⇒ Rep. gr. 24; Air filter; Assembly overview - air filter hous‐
ing
4.25 Engine oil level: checking
Note
♦ The vehicle must be horizontal to achieve a reliable reading.

♦ Pour in small amounts of engine oil in stages (maximum 0.5
litre each time).
♦ To avoid overfilling, wait one minute after each pour to allow
the engine oil to flow into the oil sump up to the marking on
the dipstick.
Note
♦ The engine oil level should not be below the bottom third
of the shaded area during the pre-delivery inspection. It is
not necessary to top up the oil when the level is above the
bottom third.
♦ The oil-change quantity in the maintenance table was deter‐
mined experimentally and is sufficient for the technical func‐
tionality of the engine in all operating conditions. During all
other service events, the oil level must be checked corrected
as necessary if the customer requests this. This enables
an additional topping-up to the specified oil quantity to the
upper limit of the dip stick. Due to tolerances, the oil temper‐
ature and the drip time, various quantities may be required
for topping up.

– After shutting off warm engine (coolant temperature at least
90°C or engine oil temperature at least 85°C), wait at least 5
minutes so that the oil can flow back into the sump.
– Pull out dipstick and wipe with a clean cloth and then push
dipstick in again to limit stop.
– Pull dipstick out again and read oil level.
For dipstick as illustrated:
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-A- Maximum marking: oil must not be topped up.

-B- Topping up not necessary.
-C- Minimum marking: oil level should be in middle
of section -B- or maximum in centre between
-A- and -B-
There is a danger of damaging the catalytic converter if the oil
level is above the -A- marking.
– If oil level is below minimum marking -C- replenish a suffi‐
cient amount of oil (at least 0.7 l).
Engine oil: capacities and specifications ⇒ page 84
4.26 Engine oil: capacities and specifica‐

tions
Note
♦ On vehicles set up for flexible service (PR number QI6/QI8)

but serviced according to fixed service intervals, the service
interval display must be recoded accordingly.
♦ Only engine oils approved by Volkswagen Commercial Ve‐
hicles may be used. Up-to-date information ⇒ Volkswagen
Commercial Vehicles ServiceNet, Technical information, In‐
spection and maintenance, Approved oils
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Petrol engines Oil quantity with fil‐ VW engine oil standards
Engine code Capacity / output ter (I) With flexible service With fixed service
CFPA 2.0 l / 118 kW 6.5 504 00 502 00 / 508 88 1)
1) 508 88 for Brazil only

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Diesel engines Oil quantity with VW engine oil standards
Engine code Capacity / out‐ filter (I) With flexible With fixed serv‐ Without DPF
put service ice
with DPF with DPF
CDBA 2.0 l / 90 kW 7.0 507 00 507 00 505 01
CDCA 2.0 l / 120 kW 7.0 507 00 507 00 505 01 / 509 99
1)
CNEA 2.0 l / 132 kW 7.0 507 00 507 00 505 01

CNFA 2.0 l / 90 kW 7.0 507 00 507 00 505 01
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Engine code Capacity / out‐ filter (I) With flexible With fixed serv‐ Without DPF
put service ice
with DPF with DPF
CNFB 2.0 l / 103 kW 7.0 507 00 507 00 505 01
CSHA 2.0 l / 132 kW 7.0 507 00 507 00 505 01
DDXA 3.0 l / 120 kW 8.0 507 00 507 00 505 01
DDXB 3.0 l / 150 kW 8.0 507 00 507 00 505 01
DDXC 3.0 l / 165 kW 8.0 507 00 507 00 505 01
DDXD 3.0 l / 165 kW 8.0 507 00 507 00 505 01
DDXE 3.0 l / 190 kW 8.0 507 00 507 00 505 01
1) 509 99 for Brazil only
4.27 Engine oil: Draining, renewing oil filter

and filling engine oil.
⇒ o4.27.1 il: draining”, page 85 .
⇒ f4.27.2 ilter: renewing”, page 86 .
⇒ o4.27.6 il: replenishing”, page 93 .
The engine oil should be changed more often in the case of
severe operating conditions, e.g.:
♦ operation with fuel containing sulphur
♦ with frequent short trips,
♦ in areas with high levels of dust,
♦ with frequent trips carrying a full load or pulling a trailer,
♦ with a high number of cold starts,
♦ and when the vehicle is used for a long time in areas with
extremely low temperatures,
Stopping and starting, such as in urban traffic, also puts vehi‐
cles with diesel particulate filter under greater stress (severe
operating conditions). Use, in these conditions is an additional
load on the engine oil which is taken into account by the flexible
service interval system.
4.27.1 Engine oil: draining

♦ Used oil collection and extraction unit -VAS 6622-
♦ Oil filter strap wrench
♦ Oil spill cloth -VAS 6204/1-
Engine oil: draining
Note
For engines with standing oil filter, the oil filter must be renewed
before changing the engine oil. When the filter element is re‐
moved, a valve is opened. The oil in filter housing automatically
flows into crankcase.
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– Removing and installing skid plate ⇒ General body repairs,
exterior; Rep. gr. 66; Noise insulation; Removing and instal‐
ling skid plate for engine/gearbox.
– Remove oil drain plug.
– Let engine oil drain.
Note
The oil drain plug and seal are one unit and must be renewed
together.
– Screw in new oil drain plug together with seal hand-tight and
then tighten to specified torque.
WARNING
♦ Torque specifications must not be exceeded.

♦ Excessive torque can cause leaks in the area of the oil
drain plug or even damage.
Specified torques
Oil drain plug 30 Nm
4.27.2 Oil filter: renewing

⇒ o4.27.3 il filter, 4-cylinder diesel engines”, page 86
⇒ o4.27.4 il filter, 4-cylinder petrol engines”, page 90
⇒ o4.27.5 il filter, 6-cylinder diesel engines”, page 91
4.27.3 Renewing oil filter, 4-cylinder diesel en‐

gines
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Removing
Removing fuel line retainer, engine codes “CDCA” and “CDBA”
Note
To ensure proper removal and installation of the oil filter on

vehicles with engine codes “CDCA” and “CDBA”, it is necessary
to remove the retainer for fuel lines.
– Unscrew nuts -2-. Remove retainer -1- and rubber damper

element -3- from fuel lines.
– Unscrew nut -1- on transportation shackle -2- of engine.
– Unscrew bolt -1- from fuel line retainer -2- on cylinder block.
– Remove fuel line retainer.
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Continuation for all engine codes:
Note
♦ Before draining, loosen screw cap so that engine oil can flow
out of filter housing.
♦ Prevent engine oil from dripping onto components in engine
compartment.
♦ Oil new O-rings before installing.
– Loosen threaded cover -1- on hexagonal flats or along pe‐

rimeter and remove.
– Clean sealing surfaces on threaded cap and oil filter hous‐

ing.
Installing
– Renew filter element -5-.

– Renew O-rings -2-, -3- and -4-.
– Screw in threaded cover -1- hand-tight and then tighten firm‐
ly to prescribed torque.
Installing fuel line retainer, engine codes “CDCA” and “CDBA”
– Insert fuel line retainer.
– Renew bolt -1- after each removal. Screw fuel line retainer
-2- to cylinder block in doing so.
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– Tighten nut -1- on transportation shackle -2- of engine.
– Fit rubber damper -3- to fuel lines.

– Fit retainer -1- to rubber damper -3-, and secure it with nuts
-2-.
– Ensure that all parts have been installed without tension,

and tighten bolts and nuts to specified torque.
Specified torques
Nuts on retainer of rubber 10 Nm
damper
Securing nut fuel lines to 20 Nm
transportation shackle of en‐
gine
Securing bolt fuel lines to cyl‐ 20 Nm
inder block
Threaded cap to oil filter hous‐ 25 Nm
ing
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4.27.4 Renewing oil filter, 4-cylinder petrol en‐

gines
Note
Observe relevant disposal regulations.

♦ Oil filter tool -VAS 3417-
or
♦ Oil filter with tensioning strap Hazet - 2171-1
♦ Oil spill cloth -VAS 6204/1-
or
♦ Universal cloth -VAS 6385-
Removing
– Loosen oil filter -arrow- with oil filter tool -VAS 3417- and
remove filter.
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– Clean sealing surface for example with universal cloth -VAS

6385-.
Installing
– Oil rubber seal lightly on new oil filter.
– Screw on new filter and tighten.
Specified torque: 22 ± 2 Nm
4.27.5 Renewing oil filter, 6-cylinder diesel en‐

gines
♦ Or: Torque wrench -VAS 6583-
Removing
– Remove engine cover panel ⇒ Rep. gr. 10; Engine cover
panel; Removing and installing engine cover panel.
– Loosen screw cap -arrow- of oil filter.
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This will open a valve.
– Wait briefly, so that the engine oil can flow out of filter hous‐
ing.
– Remove threaded cap -1- from the oil filter housing -4-.
– Ensure that no engine oil drips onto engine.
– Remove oil filter element -3- and seal -2- out of threaded
cap -1-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal, observing the following:
– Clean sealing surfaces on threaded cap -1-.
– Moisten new seal -2- with engine oil, and insert it.
– Insert oil filter element -3- into threaded cap.
– Fit screw cap -1- in oil filter housing -4- and tighten.
– Install engine cover panel ⇒ Rep. gr. 10; Engine cover pan‐
el; Removing and installing engine cover panel.
Specified torques
Screw cap AF 36 35 Nm
Screw cap AF 32 25 Nm
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4.27.6 Engine oil: replenishing
Note
♦ On the engines, it is absolutely essential to perform an oil

level check while the engine is warm (coolant temperature
90°C or engine oil temperature 85°C) to ensure correct ap‐
praisal of the oil level.
♦ The vehicle must be horizontal to achieve a reliable reading.
♦ Pour in small amounts of engine oil in stages (maximum 0.5
litre each time).
♦ To avoid overfilling, wait one minute after each pour to allow
the engine oil to flow into the oil sump up to the marking on
the dipstick.
Caution

engine compartment.
renewed.
– After replenishing with oil, wait at least 5 minutes and then

check oil level.
– Pull out dipstick, wipe with a clean cloth and push dipstick in
again to limit stop.
– Pull dipstick out again and read oil level.
For dipstick as illustrated:
-A- Maximum marking: oil must not be topped up.

-B- Topping up not necessary.
-C- Minimum marking: oil level should be in middle
of section -B- or maximum in centre between
-A- and -B-.
There is a danger of damaging the catalytic converter if the oil
level is above the -A- marking.
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– If oil level is below marking -C- replenish a sufficient amount

of oil (at least 0.7 l).
4.28 Multi-purpose additive for diesel fuel:

adding
Note
♦ In the market mentioned below there is a particularly high

risk of deposits forming on the injectors and inlet valves
owing to the quality of the fuel.
♦ To counteract the formation of deposits, a multi-purpose ad‐
ditive for diesel fuel must be added.
♦ Only additives compliant with VW 505 26 (multi-purpose ad‐
ditive G 001 790 M3) may be used.
♦ After adding the additive, it is extremely important to fully
refuel the vehicle to achieve optimal effectiveness of the
additive.
– During each change oil service, fill entire bottle of multi-pur‐

pose additive for diesel fuel into regular fuel tank.
Country
Brazil
4.29 Multi-purpose additive for petrol fuel:

adding
Note
♦ Only applicable for Chinese, Russian and Indian markets.

♦ Use only additives satisfying the standards VW 507 53 A or
VW 507 53 B.
♦ Observe the dosing instructions on the additive container.
♦ After adding the additive, always recommend that the cus‐
tomer fill up the tank completely in order for the additive to
be the most effective.
– Fill multi-purpose additive for petrol fuels into regular fuel

tank during each service.
China Russia India
– Use VW 507 53 B for all pet‐ – Use VW 507 53 B for all pet‐ – Use VW 507 53 B for all pet‐
rol engines, including CNG and rol engines, including CNG and rol engines, including CNG and
MultiFuel (E85) MultiFuel (E85) MultiFuel (E85)
– Use VW 507 53 A for all petrol – Use VW 507 53 A for all petrol
engines, excluding CNG and engines, excluding CNG and
MultiFuel (E85) MultiFuel (E85)
♦ Multi-purpose additive “G 001 ♦ Multi-purpose additive “G 001 ♦ Multi-purpose additive “G 001
780 -M3-” 780 -M3-” 780 -M3-”
♦ Multi-purpose additive “G 001 ♦ Multi-purpose additive “G 001
770 -A2-” 770 -A2-”
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China Russia India

– Observe dosing instructions on – Observe dosing instructions on – Observe dosing instructions on
additive tank. additive tank. additive tank.
4.30 Engine and components in engine

compartment: inspecting for leaks and
damage (from above and below)
– If fitted, remove the engine cover panel.
Perform visual check as follows:
– Check engine and components in engine compartment for
leaks and damage.
– Lines, hoses and connections
♦ Fuel system
♦ Cooling and heating system
♦ Lubrication system
♦ Air conditioning system
♦ Intake system
♦ And brake system
for leaks, abrasions, porosity and brittleness.
– Check outer and inner CV joint boots -arrows- for leaks and
damage.
Note
♦ Arrange for defects to be rectified as repair measures.

♦ If fluid loss is greater than can be expected through normal
use, determine source and rectify (repair measure).
4.31 Bonnet lock: Cleaning and lubricating

♦ Lint-free cloth
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– Clean bonnet lock -arrow- using cleaning solution -D 009
401 04- and, for example, a lint-free cloth. Also use “com‐
pressed air” to clean if necessary.
– Lubricate bonnet lock -arrow- with lubricating paste -G 000

150-.
4.32 Bringing ERA GLONASS into opera‐

tion
This chapter only applies for the Russian market.
♦ Vehicle diagnostic tester
Procedure
Note
ERA GLONASS cannot be commissioned until certain criteria

have been fulfilled and the status LED lights up green.
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If the status LED in the emergency assistance call button

-E276- lights up red, proceed as follows:
– Connect ⇒ Vehicle diagnostic tester ⇒ page 59 .
• Data for “Guided Fault Finding” is current
– Select emergency call module control unit and communi‐
cation unit -J949- to bring ERA GLONASS into operation
⇒ Vehicle diagnostic tester, Guided Functions , Emergency
call module control unit and communication unit
2 , Sub-systems framework conditions , J949 Bringing
ERA GLONASS into operation .
Various functions of the ERA GLONASS system are checked or
executed in the program:
♦ Check GPS reception
♦ Check GSM/UMTS reception
♦ Check DTCs
♦ Perform terminal 30 reset
-E276- still lights up red after 10 minutes, proceed as follows:
– Generate “DISS” report via “ELSA”.
– Proceed as instructed by the “NSC”.
Note

-E276- lights up green and the test call fails, e.g. by redialling,
submit a “DISS” note and proceed as per the instructions from
the “NSC” as well.
4.33 Breakdown set: checking

⇒ s4.33.1 et location”, page 97
⇒ e4.33.2 xpiry date”, page 97
4.33.1 Breakdown set location

Model Fitting location
S1, S7, 2H In drawer under driver or front passenger seat
Note
If the breakdown set is not found at the fitting location descri‐

bed, this can be found in ⇒ vehicle wallet.
4.33.2 Checking expiry date

The breakdown set consists of the compressor and a tyre filler
bottle with sealant.
Because the sealant in the tyre filler bottle has a limited expiry
date, this date is indicated on the bottle -arrow-.
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– Check the expiry date and renew the tyre filler bottle with
sealant, if the expiry date is reached.
In this example, the expiry date is 05/2003. The tyre inflation
bottle with sealant must be renewed.
The tyre filler bottle with sealant is available as replacement
part. The part number can be found in ⇒ Electronic parts cata‐
logue “ETKA”.
Caution
If the tyre filler bottle with sealant was opened e.g. at a "flat
tyre", it must be renewed.
Note
♦ Residual tyre sealant or bottles which are filled and the expi‐
ry date has been exceeded, must be disposed of.
♦ Old tyre sealant and/or remnants must not be mixed or dis‐
posed of with other fluids.
Disposing of tyre sealant ⇒ Handbook Service Organisation;

Environment protection and disposal practice; Chapter 3 Funda‐
mentals; Chapter. 6.5.
4.34 Carry out a road test

Which of the following can be checked depends on vehicle
equipment and local conditions (urban/country).
Check the following during a road test:
– Engine: output, misfiring, idling speed, acceleration
– Clutch: pulling away, pedal pressure, odours
– Gear selection: ease of operation, stick position
– Automatic gearbox: selector lever position, shift lock/ignition
key removal lock, shift behaviour, dash panel insert display.
– Foot brake and handbrake: function, free travel and effec‐
tiveness, pulling to one side, juddering, squeal
– ABS function: pulsing must be felt at the brake pedal during
ABS-regulated braking
– Steering: function, steering free clearance, steering wheel
centred when vehicle is travelling straight ahead
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– Tilting roof: function

– Radio/radio navigation system: function, reception, GALA,
interference noise
– Multi-function indicator (MFI): functions
– Air conditioning system: check function (At low temperatures
the function of air conditioner must be checked in a work‐
shop).
– Vehicle: pulling to one side when travelling straight-ahead
(level road)
– Imbalance: wheels, drive shafts, propshaft
– Wheel bearings: noises
– Engine: hot starting behaviour
4.35 Wheel securing bolts: tightening to

specified torque
♦ Torque wrench -V.A.G 1332/- (40-200 Nm)
and if necessary, if anti-theft wheel bolts are installed:

♦ Adapter set for tamper-proof wheel bolts -T10101-
or
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or
Pulling off wheel hub trim

• Only applies to steel wheel
The puller hooks to remove the cover caps are located with the
vehicle tool kit.
– Insert wire hoop through opening in cover cap.
– Pull off cap with wire hoop.
Loosening anti-theft wheel bolts
Note
To loosen the anti-theft wheel bolt, a special adapter is required

which can be found in the vehicle tool kit. Alternatively, the
master kit for wheel bolts -T10101- or the master kit for wheel
bolts -T10190- can be used.

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– Push adapter -2- into anti-theft wheel bolt -1- onto stop.
– Push wheel brace onto adapter -2- onto stop.
– Unscrew wheel bolt by about one turn.
Screw in wheel bolts hand-tight first, then tighten them to speci‐
fied torque.
Note
Ensure that wheel bolts are tightened diagonally and alternately

to the following specified torque:
Specified torque: 180 Nm

– Place puller hooks and adapter with vehicle tool kit after
completing work.
4.36 Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator: calibrat‐

ing
Note
♦ The calibration of the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator must on‐

ly be performed “after” the tyre pressure has been corrected
to the prescribed values.
♦ If no pressure loss and tyre damage are found after a tyre
pressure warning, the incorrect warning can be rectified by
calibrating.
Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator compares the speed and thus

the rolling circumference and vibrations of the individual wheels
via the ABS sensors. If the tyre pressure changes on one or
several wheels, the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator will indicate
this in the dash panel insert and the Infotainment system.
The rolling circumference of tyre changes if:
♦ The tyre pressure is too low.
♦ The tyre has structural damage.
♦ The vehicle is loaded more heavily on one side.
♦ The wheels on one axle are loaded more heavily (e.g. when
towing a trailer or when driving in mountains).
♦ Snow chains are fitted.
♦ The temporary spare wheel is fitted.
♦ One wheel per axle has been changed.
The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator is a yellow warning lamp in
the dash panel insert.

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♦ A “PERMANENT LIGHTING-UP” in conjunction with a warn‐

ing tone, means “WARNING”, pressure loss has been detec‐
ted, check tyre pressure and carry out calibration.
Calibration, vehicles as of 06.2018
– Switch on infotainment system.
– Press Home function button.
– Press Vehicle function button.
– Press Setup function button.
– Press Tyres function button.
– Press Set function button.
– Press Confirm function button.
4.37 Cleaning roll cover

♦ Lubricating paste ⇒ Electronic parts catalogue (ETKA)
The guide rail of the roll cover needs regular cleaning and
greasing.
Make sure to observe the specified intervals for cleaning/greas‐
ing for vehicles used under severe operating conditions.
– Before cleaning, perform a visual check of the roll cover for
damage.

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– Clean roll cover on both sides in area of guide rail -1- with
water, and wipe it dry afterwards using a clean cloth.
– Then grease sliding surface -2- of guide rail -1- with lubricat‐
ing paste.
Note
It is essential to keep the edges of the guide rails free of

grease.
4.38 Timing chain: Renewing

4.39 Windscreen wash/wipe system and

headlight washer system: Checking
function and settings
⇒ c4.39.1 hecking concentration of windscreen wash/wipe sys‐
tem fluid with antifreeze, replenishing with fluid if necessary”,
page 103
⇒ w4.39.2 ash/wipe system: checking spray jet settings and
adjusting if necessary”, page 105
4.39.1 Windscreen: checking concentration

of windscreen wash/wipe system fluid
with antifreeze, replenishing with fluid if
necessary
♦ Refractometer -T10007A-
♦ Refractometer -T10007B-
Note
In countries and regions where no frost occurs due to the local

climatic conditions, the anti-freeze protection does not need to
be checked.

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Read precise value for the following tests at light/dark boun‐

dary. Using a pipette, place a drop of water on the glass to
improve the readability of the light/dark boundary. The light-dark
border can be clearly recognised on the “WATERLINE”.
– Check concentration of anti-freeze additive using refractom‐
eter.
The scale -4- of the refractometer is applicable for the anti-
freeze protection of the window wash/wipe system.
Mixing ratio
Anti-freeze protection Genuine washer fluid Water
to ⇒ ETKA
-17/-18°C 1 part 3 parts
-22/-23°C 1 part 2 part
-37/-38°C 1 part 1 part
– Top up fluid in window wash/wipe system (only if customer

requests to do so).
Use genuine washer fluid ⇒ ETKA throughout all year to fill
window wash/wipe system.
Depending on season, a winter product with anti-freeze protec‐
tion or a summer product with increased cleaning capabilities
should be used.
Ready-to-use window cleaner (Ready Mix) does not need to be
mixed with water.

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Note
♦ Genuine washer fluid ⇒ ETKA prevents the spray jets, wash‐

er fluid reservoirs and connecting hoses from freezing.
♦ In vehicles with fan jets, the reservoir must be filled with
Genuine washer fluid, as this fluid has a low viscosity at tem‐
peratures below freezing. Otherwise the complicated spray
jet system can become blocked by the crystallised washer
fluid, which affects the spray pattern of the spray jet. Genu‐
ine washer fluid ensures that the fan jets remain fully func‐
tional at low temperatures.
♦ Genuine washer fluid ⇒ ETKA can also be used in the sum‐
mer. The powerful cleanser easily removes wax and oil resi‐
due from the glass.
♦ Frost protection must be guaranteed to approx. -25°C (ap‐
prox. -35°C in countries with an arctic climate) in the wind‐
screen wash/wipe system.
4.39.2 Window wash/wipe system: checking

spray jet settings and adjusting if nec‐
essary
♦ Adjusting tool -T40187-
♦ Commercially available Torx screwdriver “T 10”
Note
The spray jets may be cleaned in both directions, also opposite

to direction of spray with compressed air or water.

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Spray jet settings on preset washer jets

The spray jets are preset. However, small differences in height

may be corrected.
– If spray field is not at correct height, adjust spray direction
upwards or downwards as follows:
– Adjust spray jet by turning with a commercially available
Torx screwdriver “T10” at adjuster -1-.
♦ “Clockwise” lower.
♦ “Anti-clockwise” higher.

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Spray jet adjustment on 3-jet spray nozzle:

– Actuate window washer system and check spray pattern.

The spray pattern must meet the following standard:
♦ Equally distributed, symmetrical spray pattern
♦ Uniform, precise jets of water
♦ Spray jet unit on right side: points at which water jets strike
the window for entire wiper range -illustration-
♦ Spray nozzle unit on left side. Spray pattern as mirror image
to spray nozzle unit on right side
– If the spray pattern does not meet the standard: Adjust spray
nozzles with adjusting tool -T40187- so that the jets of water
hit the windscreen at the indicated points.
4.40 Headlight adjustment: checking and

adjusting as necessary
⇒ f4.40.1 or testing”, page 107
⇒ h4.40.2 eadlight adjustment”, page 109
⇒ h4.40.3 eadlights: adjusting”, page 110
⇒ g4.40.4 as discharge headlights, vehicles without automatic
headlight range control”, page 111
⇒ f4.40.5 og lights”, page 112
⇒ a4.40.6 uxiliary headlights”, page 112
4.40.1 Conditions for testing

Test and adjustment conditions
♦ Tyre pressure OK
♦ Lenses must not be damaged or dirty.
♦ Reflectors and bulbs OK.
♦ Vehicles with manual headlight range control: thumb wheel
to zero position
♦ Weight specifications have been set

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♦ The vehicle must be rolled forward and backward several

metres or front and rear springs must be bounced fully sev‐
eral times so that springs settle.
♦ Vehicle and headlight adjuster must be on a level surface.
♦ Vehicle and headlight adjuster must be aligned.
♦ Inclination must be set.
Load: with one person or 75 kg on the driver seat and the
vehicle otherwise unloaded (unladen weight)
The unladen weight is the weight of vehicle ready for opera‐
tion with a full fuel tank (at least 90%) including weight of all
equipment normally carried (e.g. spare wheel, tools, jack, fire
extinguisher etc.).
Vehicles with manually regulated headlight range control
– Bring thumb wheel of headlight range control to zero posi‐
tion.
– Check headlight height adjustment by setting the headlight
range control from zero position to maximum level.
– When doing this, observe the light in the headlight adjust‐
ment unit. It must adjust accordingly.
– Then, set the thumb wheel of headlight range control to zero
position again.
If the headlight range control does not work as described, it
must be repaired prior to headlight adjustment. Otherwise it is
impossible to ensure that the headlights are set to the basic
position for the adjustment. Inform the customer. the required
repair measures.
Continuation for all vehicles
– Read fuel level in fuel tank on fuel gauge. Determine addi‐
tional weight from following table and place weight in lug‐
gage compartment.
Fuel gauge table
Fuel level of Additional weight
fuel gauge in kg
1/4 30
1/2 20
3/4 10
Full 0
Note
♦ Use a fuel can filled with water to add additional weight.

♦ A fuel can filled with 5 litres of water weighs approx. 5 kg.
The vehicle must be rolled forward and backward several me‐

tres or front and rear springs must be bounced fully several
times so that springs settle.
Inclination information in “%” is stamped into trim above head‐
light. Headlights must be adjusted according to this information.
Percentage given is based on a projection distance of 10 me‐
tres. Example: Converting a dip setting of e.g. 1.0% is equiva‐
lent to 10 cm.

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4.40.2 Checking headlight adjustment

♦ Headlight adjustment unit -VAS 5046 A-
♦ Headlight adjustment unit -VAS 5047 A-
♦ Headlight adjustment unit -VAS 621 001-
Halogen headlights
– Observe conditions for testing ⇒ page 107 .
– Check following items in relation to headlight setting:
♦ When the dipped beam headlight is switched on, the hori‐
zontal light-dark border must make contact with the dividing
line -1- of the test surface.
♦ The breaking point -2- between the horizontal part of the
light-dark border of the light on the left and the slope on
the right should be on the vertical line passing through the
centre mark.
♦ The bright core of the light beam must be to the right of the
vertical line.
Note
♦ To simplify determination of the breaking point -2-, cover and

uncover left (from driver perspective) half of the headlight a
few times. Then check dipped beam again.
♦ After correct adjustment of dipped beams, the centre point of
the main beam must lie on the centre mark -3-.
Gas discharge headlights, vehicles without automatic headlight

range control
With the dipped beam switched on, the lowest part of the hori‐
zontal light-dark border must be aligned with the dividing line -1-
of the test area.

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– The breaking point -2- between the horizontal part of the

light-dark border on the left and the slope on the right should
be on the vertical line passing through the centre mark.
Note
To simplify the determination of the breaking point -2-, cover

and uncover left (from driver perspective) half of the headlight a
few times. Then check dipped beam again.
Fog lights
The upper light/dark zone must touch the setting line -1- and
run across the whole width of the measuring screen horizontal‐
ly.
Other additional lights

Additionally retrofitted lights of other systems must be checked
and set according to valid guidelines.
4.40.3 Halogen headlights: adjusting
Note
The headlight adjustment is subject to a separate charge.

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Left headlight
– Check headlight adjustment ⇒ page 109 .
♦ Height adjustment screw -1-
♦ Height/lateral adjustment screw -2-
Location of adjuster screws on right halogen headlight is a mir‐

ror image.
– For height adjustment, turn adjuster screws -1- and -2- by
same number of turns until correct setting is reached.
– For lateral adjustment, only turn adjuster screw -2- until set‐
ting is correct.
4.40.4 Adjusting gas discharge headlights,

vehicles without automatic headlight
range control
Note
Left headlight
♦ Height adjustment screw -1-
♦ Height/lateral adjustment screw -2-

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Location of adjuster screws on right gas discharge headlight is

a mirror image.
– For height adjustment, turn adjuster screws -1- and -2- by
same number of turns until correct setting is reached.
– For lateral adjustment, only turn adjuster screw -2- until set‐
ting is correct.
4.40.5 Adjusting fog lights
Note
Fog light on left in bumper

Location of adjustment screw on right fog light is a mirror image.
Inclination:
♦ Fog lights 20 cm
Adjustment screw for setting fog lights can only be accessed
from rear.
– Turn adjuster screw -arrow- until correct setting is reached.
Move adjuster screw to regulate headlight range.

There is no provision for lateral adjustment.
4.40.6 Adjusting auxiliary headlights

Additionally retrofitted lights of other systems must be checked
and set according to valid guidelines.

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4.41 Service interval display: Reset

⇒ s4.41.1 ervice interval display using vehicle diagnostic tester
program Offboard Diagnostic Information System”, page 113
⇒ s4.41.2 ervice interval display without vehicle diagnostic test‐
er”, page 113
4.41.1 Resetting service interval display using

vehicle diagnostic tester program Off‐
board Diagnostic Information System
The service interval display must be reset (adapted) after:
♦ delivery inspection
♦ Every oil change service (fixed/flexible)
♦ Every interval service (fixed/flexible)
♦ any inspection
Note
♦ It is not necessary to log in to enter or call up vehicle data.

♦ If the display is not as shown in the procedure: ⇒ Operating
instructions for diagnostic tester

ODIS service
– Establish a connection to the vehicle and switch on the ignition.
– Select »Start diagnosis« on the display.
– Identify »Basic characteristics of vehicle«.
– Deactivate »Work with guided fault finding« and confirm with »Accept«.
– Select control unit, dash panel insert and select »Guided functions« with right mouse click.
– Select the respective service which is to be reset.
– Carry out adaptation according to the instructions in Guided functions.
Note
If the vehicle battery was disconnected for a long period on

vehicles with flexible service, it is not possible to calculate the
period until the next service is due. The service interval displays
may therefore indicate inaccurate calculations. In this case, ob‐
serve the maximum permissible service intervals stated in the
service tables.
4.41.2 Resetting service interval display with‐

out vehicle diagnostic tester
The service interval display must be reset (adapted) after:
♦ delivery inspection
♦ Every oil change service (fixed/flexible)
♦ Every interval service (fixed/flexible)
♦ any inspection

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Resetting oil change service for dash panel insert with text mes‐
sage
– With ignition switched off, press and hold button -3-.

Wait until “Reset oil change service?” appears on the display
-2-.
– Release button -3-.
The service interval display is now in the resetting mode.
– Acknowledge confirmation request with OK/RESET button in
wiper lever or OK button in multifunction steering wheel.
After a short time the display switches back to the original dis‐
play.
Resetting oil change service for dash panel insert without text
message
– Switch on hazard warning lights.

– Press button -1- once briefly within approx. 20 seconds.
– Switch off hazard warning lights.

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Resetting inspection service for dash panel insert with text mes‐
sage

Wait until “Reset inspection service?” appears on the display
-2-.
The service interval display is now in the resetting mode.
– Acknowledge confirmation request with OK/RESET button in
wiper lever or OK button in multifunction steering wheel.
After a short time the display switches back to the original dis‐
play.
Resetting inspection service for dash panel insert without text
message
– Switch on hazard warning lights.

– Press button -1- once briefly within approx. 20 seconds.
– Switch off hazard warning lights.
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Note
♦ If the oil change service was manually reset, the service in‐
terval display will then also change to a fixed service interval
on vehicles with flexible oil change service.
♦ If the vehicle battery was disconnected for a long period on
vehicles with flexible service, it is not possible to calculate
the period until the next service is due. The service interval
displays may therefore indicate inaccurate calculations. In
this case, observe the maximum permissible service inter‐
vals stated in the service tables.
4.42 Service interval display: recoding

Recoding from flexible to fixed intervals
ODIS Service
– Connect vehicle diagnostic tester .
– Select “Dash panel insert”.
– Select “Change flexible/fixed intervals”.
– Carry out adaptation according to the information of “Guided functions”.
Recoding from fixed to flexible intervals

ODIS Service
– Select “Change flexible/fixed intervals”.
Changing values for maximum distance to be driven (km) until

next oil change service (fixed) during delivery inspection
ODIS Service

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ODIS Service
– Select “Oil change service (fixed)”.
– Reset “-1- Oil change service (fixed)”.
The current values for maximum distance to be driven (km) until next oil change service are shown in the
display of the vehicle diagnostic tester.
– Select “No”.
– Select value for maximum distance to be driven until next oil change service, according to specifications
valid in your country.
4.43 Transportation mode: switching off

♦ Vehicle diagnostic tester
Note
♦ The transportation mode is responsible for assuring the

starting capability of vehicle.
♦ Battery discharging is reduced by the transportation mode,
because electrical consumers are switched off.
♦ Certain functions of the vehicle are dispensable when the
vehicle is being transported These are deactivated when the
transport mode is activated to preserve life of battery.
♦ These are especially all functions in the vehicle which can
reduce the battery capacity when being misused.
♦ Examples are radios, electronically operated flaps and at‐
tachments and anti-theft alarm systems which can produce
faults during transportation.
Procedure
ODIS Service
– Select “Data bus diagnostic interface”.
– Select “Identify control unit”.
– Select “Switch transportation mode off/on”.
Procedure for event entry “Loading mode active”

– Switch transport mode on again.
– Switch ignition off for 10 seconds.

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– Switch transport mode off again.

– Switch on ignition again for 10 seconds.
After this procedure has been carried out, the event entry
“Loading mode active” is no longer stored.
Note
The vehicle diagnosis tester may need to remain connected for

further procedures or tests.
4.44 Power assisted steering: checking fluid

level
Cold fluid (approx. 20°C)
– Unscrew filler cap.

– Wipe dipstick with a clean, lint-free cloth.
– Screw filler cap on hand tight and unscrew again.

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Note
The cap must be fully screwed on in order to obtain an accurate

fluid level reading.
• The fluid level must be in area -A-.

Fluid at operating temperature (approx. 80°C)
– Unscrew filler cap.

– Wipe dipstick with a clean, lint-free cloth.
– Screw filler cap on hand tight and unscrew again.
Note
The cap must be fully screwed on in order to obtain an accurate

fluid level reading.
• The fluid level must be in area -B-.
Note
♦ If fluid level is above specified range, fluid must be extrac‐

ted.
♦ If fluid is below specified range, hydraulic system must be
checked for leaks.
♦ Do not re-use hydraulic fluid which has been drained off.
4.45 Track rod ends: checking clearance,

firm seating and boots

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♦ Mirror
– Check play by moving track rods and wheels with the vehicle
raised (wheels hanging free).
There must be no noticeable clearance.
– Check that track rod ball joints are properly secured.
– Check that boots -arrow- are not damaged and are seated
correctly.
– Check bellows of track rod on the steering rack -arrow- for

leaks and damages.
Note
If faults are found, always renew the affected track rod. Inform
the customer. Renewing the track rods is a repair measure.

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4.46 Doors: greasing door arrester

– Lubricate door arrester at positions marked -arrows-.
– Use lubricating paste -G 000 150- or lock cylinder lubricating

spray -G 052 778 A2-.
4.47 Interior and exterior body: inspecting

for corrosion with doors and flaps open
Test locations

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♦ Sliding sunroof frame

♦ Inner and outer door frame
♦ Area around trim strips
♦ Windscreen roof edge
♦ Outer and inner A-pillar
♦ Bonnet
♦ Wheel arches
♦ Inner and outer tailgate
4.48 Protective foil: Remove (if fitted)
Note
The foil must “NOT” be removed from the rear bumper on

Amarok models in “Russia” with chrome bumpers.
Reason:
The roads in Russia are gritted with calcium chloride in winter.
This aggressive substance could corrode the chrome coating.

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4.49 Underbody: Visual check for damage

to underbody protection and under‐
body covers
During visual check, also check underbody, underbody clad‐
ding, wheel housings and sills.
Always ensure that all lines are secured in their mountings, that
all plugs are available and that there is no visible damage on
the underbody.
Note
Faults found must always be rectified (repair measure). This

inhibits corrosion and rusting through.
4.50 Clock and date: setting

The clock can be set when the time is displayed in the dash
panel insert and is not superimposed with another display.
The time is set using buttons -1- and -3- in the dash panel
insert.
– Press button -1- to mark the hours on dash panel insert
display -2-.
– Press button -3- briefly to advance the time one hour. Keep
the button pressed to fast forward through the hours.
– Press button -1- again to select minute display.
– Press button -3- briefly to advance minutes slowly, keep
button pressed to advance minutes quickly.
– Press button -1- again to finalise clock setting.
4.51 Camshaft drive toothed belt: Renew

4.52 Camshaft drive toothed belt: checking

condition
– Remove toothed belt guard ⇒ Rep. gr. 15.
– Turn crankshaft at least one full turn and check toothed belt
condition on following points:
♦ Cracks, cross sectional breaks

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♦ Layer separation (toothed belt body, tensile cords)

♦ Toothed belt body breakup
♦ Surface cracks (synthetic coating)
Note
If faults are found, always renew toothed belt. This can avoid
breakdowns and malfunctions. The replacement of a toothed
belt is a repair measure.
When checking condition, the following is especially to be

looked for:
♦ -A- Cracks, cross-sectional breaks, cracks (coating)

♦ -B- Side contact
♦ -C- Fraying of cord strands
♦ -D- Cracks (in teeth base)
♦ Layer separation (toothed belt body, tensile cords)
♦ Surface cracks (synthetic coating)
4.53 Spark plugs: Renew

♦ Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331/-

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♦ Spark plug socket -VAS 3122B-
♦ Puller -T40039-
Removing
– Pull out all ignition coils with final output stage from cylinder
head approx. 30 mm using puller -T40039-.
– Release connector -arrows- and simultaneously pull all con‐

nectors off ignition coils with final output stage.

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– Remove ignition coil with output stage.

– Unscrew spark plugs with spark plug spanner -VAS 3122B-.
Installing
– Fit new spark plugs with spark plug spanner -VAS 3122B-.
Specified torques: 30 Nm
– Insert all ignition coils with output stages loosely into spark
plug shaft.
– Align ignition coil with final output stage to connector
-arrows- and fit simultaneously.
Note
Do not strike with a hammer or other types of tools.
– Evenly push ignition coils with final output stages onto spark
plugs by hand.

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5 Exhaust emissions test

⇒ e5.1 missions test for petrol engines”, page 127
⇒ e5.2 missions test for diesel engines”, page 129
5.1 Exhaust emissions test for petrol en‐

gines
Note
♦ Please observe the country-specific laws and regulations.

♦ The following exhaust emissions test description is applica‐
ble only in countries where no specific exhaust emission
regulations have to be adhered to.
Exhaust emissions test intervals

Vehicles with regulated catalytic converter or vehicles with die‐
sel engine:
♦ 3 years after initial registration and then every 2 years.
♦ Valid for Germany: Vehicles for commercial passenger
transport, e.g. taxis have to be checked every 12 months.
♦ Exhaust gas testing station L -VAS 7320 A-
Note
♦ The following description refers to vehicles fitted with “On‐

board diagnosis” OBD.
♦ The OBD monitors all components and part systems influ‐
encing the exhaust emissions quality.
♦ It is possible to carry out an exhaust emissions test only
when all units of the emissions testing station are connected
properly and joined to each other according to the operating
instructions.
♦ All work to be performed is displayed by the emissions test‐
ing station.
Conditions for testing

• All test conditions and data required for exhaust emissions
test are found on EET data sheet for the respective engine.
• For bar code reading the EET data sheet must be printed
out.
• Automatic gearbox: selector lever in position “P” or “N”.
• Manual gearbox: gear lever in neutral
• Parking brake applied
– Perform exhaust emission test according to instructions on
display.
Vehicle data input
– Enter the following data:
♦ Registration number
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♦ Key numbers
♦ Vehicle identification number
♦ Fuel type
♦ Mileage
The following vehicle data can be found in the vehicle registra‐
tion certificate part 1:
♦ Registration number: “e.g. WOB-HH 1234”
♦ Emission key No. “field 14.1 (code for field 14)”
♦ Vehicle manufacturer: “Field 2”, “Field 2.1 (code for field 2)”
♦ Vehicle identification number “field E”
♦ Type and version “Field D2 (type only)”, “Field 2.2 (code for
field D.2)”
Specified data input for EET
There are different ways to enter the specified data:
♦ 1. By manual input
♦ 2. By bar code input from EET data sheet
♦ 3. Through ELSA web service
Note
♦ To use the ELSA web service, the exhaust gas testing sta‐
tion L which is used for the exhaust emissions test must be
integrated in the workshop network.
♦ The ELSA web service automatically transmits the data for
the specific vehicle via the network to the respective mask.
Manual specified data input for EET:
Note
All test conditions and data required for exhaust emissions test
can be found in the ⇒ Data sheets for exhaust emissions test
for respective engine.
– Perform manual data input according to instructions on dis‐

play.
– Enter displayed values on EET data sheet under “Test val‐
ues for exhaust emissions test” on display in following se‐
quence:
1- Test speed (idling speed)
2- Warm-up phase for catalytic converter
3- Engine temperature
4- Increased idling speed
5- CO content at increased idling speed
6- Lambda at increased idling speed
7- Idling speed
8- Select regulating probe type; either “step-type probe”, or
“broad-band probe”.
128 5. Exhaust emissions test

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9- Lambda probe value

Specified data input for EET as bar code:
– If EET nominal data is present in bar code format then read
in bar code of EET data sheet using reader pen.
All data required are shown on display.
Inspection
– Perform visual check of any components which are relevant
for exhaust emissions.
– Check if exhaust system is fitted and complete and check for
leaks and damage.
Procedure
– Follow instructions of emissions testing station.
5.2 Exhaust emissions test for diesel en‐

gines
Note
♦ Please observe the country-specific laws and regulations.

♦ The following exhaust emissions test description is applica‐
ble only in countries where no specific exhaust emission
regulations have to be adhered to.
Exhaust emissions test intervals

Vehicles with regulated catalytic converter or vehicles with die‐
sel engine:
♦ 3 years after initial registration and then every 2 years.
♦ Valid for Germany: Vehicles for commercial passenger
transport, e.g. taxis have to be checked every 12 months.
♦ Exhaust gas testing station L -VAS 7320 A-
Note
♦ The following description refers to vehicles fitted with “On‐

board diagnosis” OBD.
♦ The OBD monitors all components and part systems influ‐
encing the exhaust emissions quality.
♦ It is possible to carry out an exhaust emissions test only
when all units of the emissions testing station are connected
properly and joined to each other according to the operating
instructions.
♦ All work to be performed is displayed by the emissions test‐
ing station.
Conditions for testing

• All test conditions and data required for exhaust emissions
test are found on EET data sheet for the respective engine.
• For bar code reading of specified data for EET, the EET data
sheet must be printed out.
• Automatic gearbox: selector lever in position “P” or “N”.

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• Manual gearbox: gear lever in neutral

• Parking brake applied
– Perform exhaust emission test according to instructions on
display.
Vehicle data input
– Enter the following data:
♦ Registration number
♦ Key numbers
♦ Vehicle identification number
♦ Fuel type
♦ Mileage
The following vehicle data can be found in the vehicle registra‐
tion certificate part 1:
♦ Registration number: “e.g. WOB-HH 1234”
♦ Emission key No. “field 14.1 (code for field 14)”
♦ Vehicle manufacturer: “Field 2”, “Field 2.1 (code for field 2)”
♦ Vehicle identification number “field E”
♦ Type and version “Field D2 (type only)”, “Field 2.2 (code for
field D.2)”
Specified data input for EET
There are different ways to enter the specified data:
♦ 1. By manual input
♦ 2. By bar code input from EET data sheet
♦ 3. Through ELSA web service
Note
♦ If there is no ESP to deactivate the engine speed limiter, the

rev limit can be measured using the engine speed limited by
the control unit. To do this, all the EET specifications must
be entered manually.
♦ To use the ELSA web service, the exhaust gas testing sta‐
tion L which is used for the exhaust emissions test must be
integrated in the workshop network.
♦ The ELSA web service automatically transmits the data for
the specific vehicle via the network to the respective mask.
Manual specified data input for EET:
Note
♦ All test conditions and data required for exhaust emissions

test can be found in the ⇒ Data sheets for exhaust emis‐
sions test for respective engine.
♦ If the engine speed limiter cannot be deactivated, enter the
value 2500 ± 200 rpm in the box for rev limit and 2500 in the
box for engine speed for conditioning.

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– Perform manual data input according to instructions on dis‐

play.
– Enter displayed values on EET data sheet under “Test val‐

ues for exhaust emissions test” on display in following se‐
quence:
1- Speed for conditioning
2- Number of throttle bursts for conditioning
3- Engine oil temperature (min. value)
4- Select method for engine oil temperature measurement.
5- Idling speed
6- Governed speed
7- Governed speed measuring period (1 second)
8- Type plate value ⇒ page 131
9- Select probe type (number of probe).
10 - Select measuring mode.
11 - Measured period portion
Note
♦ When performing the exhaust emissions test, the respective

engineer must always use the vehicle-specific exhaust emis‐
sions limit value indicated on the type plate.
♦ If no value is indicated on the type plate, the opacity figure
specified by the manufacturer and indicated in ELSA must
be used.
♦ If no value is indicated on the type plate and no opacity
figure has been specified by the manufacturer, the statutory
opacity figures (2.5 m -1 or 1.5 m -1, depending on date of
initial registration) must be used.
♦ For all Euro-6-vehicles an opacity figure of max. 0.5 m -1
applies.
Specified data input for EET as bar code:

– If EET nominal data is present in bar code format then read
in bar code of EET data sheet using reader pen.
If the opacity figure on the EET data sheet is different from the
value indicated on the type plate, enter the type plate value
manually.

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Inspection
– Perform visual check of any components which are relevant
for exhaust emissions.
– Check if exhaust system is fitted and complete and check for
leaks and damage.
Procedure
– Follow instructions of emissions testing station.
Evaluation
Note
♦ If the exhaust emissions test was performed with an active

rev limiter, enter the following in the test log:
♦ “The governed speed test was performed with an automatic
engine speed limit of 2500 rpm. ”

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6 Periodic Technical Inspection (PTI)
Note
♦ The following information is provided on the basis of the

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/621 and is
intended solely as information for the regular roadworthiness
testing of motor vehicles.
♦ The information on maintenance is provided as usual in the
corresponding maintenance tables, and the activities to be
performed are described in detail in the “Maintenance Man‐
ual”.
♦ The listed inspection items may vary from one vehicle and
equipment level to the next.
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I Description Method Necessary information

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m
I Vehicle- Location of vehicle inter‐
. specific de‐ face ⇒ page 59
1 scription of
the location
of and ac‐
cess to the
vehicle in‐
terface
I Information individual systems are in
. on whether general compatible with
2 the specific diagnostics. For further
system sup‐ information on this sub‐
ports diag‐ ject for the respective
nostic pro‐ items, refer to
cedures Location of vehicle inter‐
(yes/no) If face ⇒ page 59
yes:
I Vehicle- Implemented bus sys‐
. specific bus tems:
2 system and ♦ LIN
. protocol
1 specifica‐ ♦ CAN
tions ♦ MOST
♦ Flex-Ray
Implemented protocols:
♦ UDS (Unified Diag‐
nostic Services)
Standardisation: ISO
TP (LAH.5G0.042.B)
I Vehicle- Implemented protocols:
. specific ♦ UDS (Unified Diag‐
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. tion param‐
2 eter specifi‐
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tested sys‐
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function
I Vehicle- The original status of
. specific in‐ the vehicle (as delivered)
3 formation can be obtained via the
about the PR number.
originally in‐ Please follow document
stalled sys‐ path:
tem ♦ Identify vehicle by
VIN
♦ Select vehicle data
♦ Identify PR number
1 Brake system
.
1 Mechanical
. condition
1 and func‐
tionality
1 Vacuum Visual check of General description of
. pump or components at nor‐ vacuum system:
1 compressor mal operating pres‐ ♦ ⇒ Brake system; Rep.
. and tank sure. Time until gr. 46; Brake hydraul‐
3 safe negative or ics; Vacuum system;
134 6. Periodicpositive
Technicaloperating
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Service Department. Technical Information

4.36 Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator: calibrating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

1.1 Overview of engines - diesel engines

Engines ⇒ Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel

Engines ⇒ Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel

Volkswagen Technical Site: https://vwts.ru 1. Engine list 1

Engines ⇒ Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel

1.2 Overview of engines - petrol engines

2.1 Information about flexible or fixed serv‐

2.1.1 Service identification

2.1.2 Flexible service

For the flexible service, a special LongLife engine oil is required

Vehicles with production control number “QI6/QI8” are set up for

2.1.3 Fixed service

Therefore the service intervals are fixed.

2.1.4 Service interval display

Introduction of extended servicing intervals (ESI)

Flexible service interval display (only vehicles with a flexible

Fixed service interval display (only vehicles with a fixed service)

♦ For normal operating conditions achieving these service in‐

2.2 Service tables

2.2.1 Service tables

♦ In the past, the type of service has been determined by the

Service intervals 2017 ►

2.3 Scopes of service

2.3.1 Scopes of service 2017 ►

Delivery inspection ⇒ page 7

♦ Under certain circumstances, different types of service can

♦ Battery: Check battery terminal clamps by hand for tightness ⇒ page 40

♦ Electric windows: initialising (activation) ⇒ page 58

♦ Clock and date: setting ⇒ page 123

♦ Seat protective covers and protective foils: Remove

Scope of work Page

♦ Edge protection on doors (plastic film): Remove

♦ Protective foil: Remove (if fitted) ⇒ page 122

♦ Towing eyes: Remove

♦ Front left tyre: Check condition and inflation pressure ⇒ page 44

♦ Rear left tyre: Check condition and inflation pressure ⇒ page 44

♦ Rear right tyre: Check condition and inflation pressure ⇒ page 44

♦ Front right tyre: Check condition and inflation pressure ⇒ page 44

♦ Wheel securing bolts: tightening to specified torque ⇒ page 99

♦ Brake system: inspecting for leaks and damage ⇒ page 49

♦ Brake fluid: change ⇒ page 51

♦ Brake fluid level: check level is at maximum ⇒ page 56

Scope of work Page

♦ Carry out road test ⇒ page 98

Scopes of service 2017 ►

X ♦ Windscreen: Visual check for damage

X ♦ Bonnet lock: Clean, ensure attachment is secure and lubricate

Oil Insp Ext. Measure

X ♦ Doors: greasing door arrester

Oil Insp Ext. Measure

2.3.2 Scopes of service, market specific de‐

Russian market model year 2017 ►

Indian market model year 2017 ►

2.3.3 Additional work dependent on time/dis‐

♦ Cleaning roll cover Every 20,000 km or 1 year