Volkswagen Golf GTI 2016, Owner'S Manual

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Cleaning the engine compartment
Please first read and note the introductory information and
heed the WARNINGS →
Introduction
The engine compartment of a vehicle is a dangerous area
→ Working in the engine compartment .
If necessary, the engine compartment should be cleaned by an
authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service
Facility. Incorrect cleaning procedures could remove corrosion
protection and damage electrical components, among other things.
In addition, water could enter directly into the vehicle interior
through the plenum chamber → .
Undercoating and rustproofing products can catch fire on the hot
exhaust system or any other hot engine component.
Never apply additional undercoating or rustproofing on or near
the exhaust manifold, the exhaust pipes, the catalytic
converter, the heat shields, or any other hot vehicle
component.
WARNING