NOTICE Any retrofitted equipment has a direct impact on the vehicle, it shall be confirmed by the Volkswa- gen whether it is suitable for the vehicle. These devices include cruise control systems or elec- tronically controlled damping systems. Improper cleaning and care may damage the ve- hicle. ● Always observe the described tasks for vehicle care and cleaning. ● Do not touch the seats with sharp-edged ob- jects. Sharp objects, such as zips, rivets on clothing or belts, may damage surfaces.
If auxiliary electrical equipment not related to the handling of the vehicle is added, this equip- ment must comply with the relevant national laws and regulations and meet the relevant tech- nical requirements of the vehicle. Such devices include refrigerator boxes, computers and venti- lator fans. ● Do not use a steam cleaner, brushes or hard sponges etc. ● Have stubborn stains removed by a qualified workshop, so as not to damage the vehicle. Improper maintenance or modification of a ve- hicle can impair the protection of the airbags and lead to a fatal accident!
WARNING Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts ● Never secure or position objects in the de- ployment zones of the airbags. ● Objects in the deployment zone of the air- bags can be flung through the vehicle interi- or if the airbags are triggered. This can cause severe or fatal injuries. Accessories and replacement parts Seek advice from a suitably qualified workshop before purchasing accessories, replacement parts or service fluids. If the vehicle is to be retrofitted with accessories or if parts have to be renewed, qualified workshops can provide information on legal requirements and also recommend accesso- ries, replacement parts and service fluids.
Volks- wagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealer- ship. Repairs and technical modifications Repairs and technical modifications must always be carried out according to Volkswagen specifi- cations → . Volkswagen recommends using Volkswagen Genuine Parts and Volkswagen Genuine Parts ® . These parts and accessories have been specially tested by Volkswagen for suitability, reliability and safety. A suitably qualified workshop also has the specialist skills for correct installation. Volks- wagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealer- ship. Unauthorised modifications to the electronic components or software in the vehicle may cause faults.
As the electronic components are linked together in networks, these faults may indirectly affect the working of other systems. This can se- riously impair vehicle safety, lead to excessive wear of components and also invalidate the type approval for the vehicle. Although the market is constantly scrutinised, Volkswagen cannot assume responsibility for the reliability, safety and suitability of products Volkswagen has not approved. Therefore, even if they have been approved by an official testing agency or are covered by an official approval cer- tificate, Volkswagen can therefore assume no re- sponsibility for these parts!
The Volkswagen dealership is not responsible for damage caused by technical modifications and/or work performed incorrectly. Such damage is not covered by the Volkswagen guarantee. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership that supplies Volkswagen Genuine Parts ® . Go to a correspondingly qualified work- shop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswa- gen dealership. Owner's manual 210