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Checking and refilling windshield washer fluid
Fig. 85 In the engine compartment: Cap of the windshield washer fluid reservoir. Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
Check the windshield washer fluid level regularly and refill as necessary. There is a filter screen in the filler neck of the windshield washer fluid reservoir. The screen helps to Open the engine hood ⇒ Working in the engine compartment. The windshield washer fluid reservoir can be identified by the symbol on its cap ⇒ fig. 85 . Check if there is still enough windshield washer fluid in the reservoir. ommended by Volkswagen ⇒ . Follow the directions on the container. In cold weather, always use a special windshield washer antifreeze solution that will help keep the water from freezing ⇒ . Recommended cleaners For the warmer months, Windscreen Clear SummerG 052 184 A1 or equivalent. Mixing ratio 1:100 (1 part concentrate to 100 parts water) in the windshield washer reservoir. All-season Windscreen ClearG 052 164 A2 or equivalent. Mixing ratio in winter to 0 °F (-18 °C) about 1:2 (1 part concentrate to 2 parts water), otherwise, mixing ratio 1:4 in the windshield washer Filling capacity Depending on vehicle equipment, the windshield washer fluid reservoir holds between 3.1 – 5.2 quarts WARNING Never mix antifreeze or similar additives into the windshield washer reservoir. This could Use clear water (not distilled water) with a cleaning solution recommended by Volkswagen. If necessary, blend with a suitable windshield washer fluid antifreeze agent. |