WARNING Installation position of 12-volt vehicle battery The 12-volt vehicle battery is located in the en- gine compartment. Brake fluid is toxic! ● Never store brake fluid in empty food con- tainers, bottles or any other non-original containers as people finding these containers could drink the brake fluid in them! Explanation of the warnings on the 12-volt vehicle battery Always wear eye protection! ● Always keep brake fluid out of the reach of children and only in the closed original con- tainer to avoid poisoning accidents. Electrolyte is very corrosive and caustic. Always wear protective gloves and eye protection! No fire, sparks, naked lights or smoking!
Brake fluid that has leaked or been spilled will at- tack vehicle surfaces. The vehicle paintwork, plastic parts and tyres could be damaged as a re- sult. It should be promptly wiped off the spilled brake fluid on the paint and other vehicle compo- nents. NOTICE A highly explosive mixture of gases is given off when the 12-volt vehicle battery is charging! Always keep children away from electro- lyte and the 12-volt vehicle battery! Always observe the owner’s manual! Brake fluid can pollute the environment. Any spilt service fluids must be cleaned up and disposed of properly.
WARNING Any work on the 12-volt vehicle battery and the electrical system can cause serious chemical burns, fire or electric shocks. Read and always observe the warnings on the 12-volt vehicle battery: 12-volt vehicle battery Introduction ● Switch off the ignition and all electrical con- sumers before carrying out any work on the 12-volt vehicle battery and also disconnect the negative cable from the 12-volt vehicle battery. This chapter contains information on the follow- ing subjects: – Checking the battery 180 – Charging, replacing, disconnecting and connecting the battery 181 ● Children should always be kept away from electrolyte and the 12-volt vehicle battery.
● Always wear eye protection and protective gloves. – Troubleshooting 182 ● Electrolyte is very corrosive and caustic. Im- proper handling can burn the skin and even cause blindness. When working with the 12- volt vehicle battery, ensure that your hands, arms and face in particular are protected from acid spillage. The 12-volt vehicle battery is a component of the electrical system. You should only carry out work on the electrical system if you know exactly how to perform the required tasks, are aware of the general safety procedures and have access to the correct equip- ment, service fluids and suitable tools. → . All work should be carried out by a correspondingly qualified workshop.
Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership. Failing to carry out work correctly can cause serious injuries. ● No smoking, no naked flames or sparks in the workplace. ● When handling cables and electrical equip- ment, avoid generating sparks and electro- static discharge. ● Never short circuit battery terminals. 182.5C1.TRO.74 Information on warning and indicator lamps that light up can be found in the troubleshooting sec- tions at the end of the chapter. → page 182 ● Never charge damaged 12-volt vehicle bat- tery. Damaged vehicle battery may explode. Replace the damaged 12-volt vehicle battery immediately. Checking and refilling 179