WARNING
Inappropriate spare parts and accessories as well as improperly performed work,
modifications and repairs can cause vehicle damage, accidents and serious personal
injuries.
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Volkswagen strongly recommends to only use accessories approved by Volkswagen and
Genuine Volkswagen Parts
®
. These parts and accessories have been evaluated by
Volkswagen for their suitability, reliability and safety.
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Have repairs and vehicle modifications performed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Authorized Volkswagen dealers and authorized
Volkswagen Service Facilities have the required tools, diagnostic equipment, repair
information, and trained personnel to properly replace any airbag in your vehicle and assure
system effectiveness in a crash.
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Only install parts on the vehicle that are consistent with factory-installed parts with
respect to design and characteristics.
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Never store, mount, or attach objects, such as cup holders or phone cradles, on or next to
the airbag module covers or within the airbags deployment zones.
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Only use wheel rim/tire combinations approved by Volkswagen for the respective vehicle
type.
Break-in period
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Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
Note applicable requirements for breaking in new parts.
Breaking in a new engine
A new engine must be carefully broken in during the first 1000 miles (1600 kilometers). During the first
few hours of driving, the engine's internal friction is higher than later when all moving parts have been
broken in.
Engine life is influenced by how you drive the vehicle for the first 1000 miles (1600 km). Even
afterwards, driving at moderate engine speeds, especially when the engine is cold, will tend to reduce
engine wear and help the engine to last longer and go farther. But do not drive at an excessively low
engine speed, either. Always downshift if the engine is not running smoothly.
For the first 600 miles
(1000 km):
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Do not use full throttle.
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Don't let the engine speed get above 2/3 of the maximum speed.
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Do not tow a trailer.
From 600 to 1000 miles (1000 to 1600 km):
Speed may
gradually
be increased to maximum
permissible road and engine speed.
New tires and brake pads
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New tires and replacement tires,
Tires and wheels
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Brakes,
About the brakes
Breaking in a new engine gently will increase service life and reduce oil consumption.
