– Rust: Should be handled by qualified work- shop. If the chrome-plated strip is badly soiled, use a solvent-free cleaning agent if necessary. – When water no longer clearly forms small drops: apply the hard wax at least twice a year. Anodised surfaces: Do not use chrome care prod- uct. – The wax/paint lost its shine: clean the dirt and dust of the vehicle with appropriate polish product. If the polish does not contain wax material, apply the vehicle with hard wax. Highlight plastic parts: Remove soiling using a soft sponge soaked with a mild soap solution. Do not use any cleaning agents that contain alcohol or solvents.
Remove leaves and other loose objects with a vacuum cleaner or by hand → Fig. 158 → . Al- ways have cleaning of the engine compartment performed by a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership → . Plenum chamber, engine compartment: Headlights, tail light clusters: Remove soiling using a soft sponge soaked with a mild soap solution. 1) Do not use any cleaning agents that contain alcohol or solvents. Wheels: Water that has entered the plenum chamber via a manual process (e.g. from a high-pressure cleaner) can cause considerable damage to the vehicle. Remove dirt and gritting salt deposits with plen- ty of water.
Do not use vehicle paint polish or other abrasive agents. For light metal wheels: Wash once every two weeks and then treat with an acid-free cleaner. Volkswagen recommends treating the wheel rims with a suitable hard wax or with Volkswagen Genuine hard wax every three months. Sensors, camera lenses: Clean the area in front of the sensors or camera with a soft cloth and solvent-free cleaning agent. Pay attention to the installation posi- tion. → page 5 Note: Clean sensitive surfaces on the light sensor and the camera window on the windscreen in the same way as Windows and glass surfaces (De- pending on vehicle equipment). – Damaged protective paint:
Repair the paint immediately with a touch-up pen. Go to a cor- respondingly qualified workshop if necessary. – Brake dust: Use special cleaner. Remove snow with a hand brush. Never use warm or hot water. Thaw ice with a suitable de- icer or with Volkswagen Genuine de-icer. Door lock cylinders: It is suggested that the original factory spray with lubrication and rust prevention should be used when defrosting the door lock cylinders. Do not use door lock de-icer containing degreasing substances. Decorative films, protective films: Remove the dirt on paint . Use a suitable plastic cleaner or Volkswagen Genuine plastic cleaner for matt decorative films.
Treat the vehicle with liquid hard wax every three months after washing and removing dust. Only use clean, soft microfibre cloths to apply the wax. Do not use hot wax, even in car washes. Exercise extreme caution when working in the engine compartment! Pay attention to prevent being scratched, scald, cause accident and fire! WARNING Note: ● Familiarize yourself with the necessary oper- ations and general safety precautions before operation. → page 165 – Remove carefully using white spirits, and then rinse with warm water. ● It is recommended that qualified workshop perform these operations. Trim parts, trim strips made of chrome, alumini- um or stainless steel:
Clean with soft cloth and mild soap solution 1) in a dust-free environment. 182.5C1.TRO.74 1) Neutral soap solution: Add up to two tablespoons of neutral soap diluted in one litre of water. Vehicle care 207