will seriously damage the engine. Volkswagen is not responsible for any vehicle malfunctions or damage caused by this. In some countries, special standards and regula- tions may be adopted which differ from the tech- nical status of this vehicle. We recommend that you should be aware of the legal requirements of the destination country before driving abroad. Running in the engine If you plan to sell the vehicle to other countries or use it for a long time in other countries, you must comply with the relevant country's legal re- quirements. The new engine must undergo a run-in period during the first 1500 km of driving. All moving parts should be able to work together smoothly.
Friction resistance during the first few hours of engine operation will be greater than after the break-in period. In some cases, it may be necessary to install or remove certain equipment, and disable certain functions, which may require corresponding changes to the maintenance scope and type, es- pecially when driving in regions with different climates, you should pay attention to the mainte- nance scope and type specified by that region. During the initial 1,000 km run-in period: – Avoid depressing the accelerator pedal fully. – Do not exceed two-thirds of the maximum en- gine speed while driving.
Due to the use of different frequency bands in different countries, the infotainment system may not work when driving in some countries. During the 1,000 to 1,500 km run-in period: – Gradually increase the vehicle speed and en- gine speed to the maximum allowable speed. NOTICE The driving style during the first 1,500 km also affects the engine quality. It is recommended to drive at moderate engine speeds (especially when the engine is cold), to reduce engine wear and increase the available driving distance. ● Vehicle malfunctions and damages caused by the use of substandard fuel, improper mainte- nance, or the installation of non-original spare parts are not covered under the warranty.
● Volkswagen does not assume responsibility for vehicles used in other countries that do not comply with or only partially comply with the relevant national regulations. Avoid driving at too low of an engine speed. When the engine no longer runs “smoothly”, be sure to downshift. New tyres → page 183 and brake pads → page 91 must be carefully run in. Troubleshooting Brake system fault The warning lamp lights up red. Following the above requirements for prop- er engine run-in not only extends the en- gine's service life but also reduces oil consump- tion. A text message may also be displayed. Do not drive on!
Information on driving abroad – Seek expert assistance from a Volkswagen dealership for professional testing of the brake system. This vehicle is specially manufactured for China and complies with the vehicle registration man- agement regulations in force in the country at the time of production. If the braking performance of the vehicle changes If the brake pads are worn or if you establish that the vehicle is no longer braking in the usual way (e.g. a sudden lengthening of the stopping dis- tance): If the vehicle needs to be used abroad temporari- ly or for a short period, appropriate notices should be taken into consideration → page 26. Owner's manual 96