Volkswagen Touran Owners Manual: Checking the electrolyte level of the vehicle battery
Fig. 179 In the engine compartment: removing the battery cover
Fig. 180 Engine compartment: pushing up the vehicle battery sleeve
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings The electrolyte level of the vehicle battery should be checked regularly in high-mileage vehicles, in hot countries and in older vehicle batteries. The vehicle battery is otherwise maintenance free.
Vehicles with a start/stop system ( ) are fitted with special vehicle batteries. For technical reasons, it might not be possible to check the electrolyte level in these vehicle batteries.
Preparation
- Preparing the vehicle for working in the engine compartment .
- Open the bonnet
.
Opening the battery cover
Depending on the engine fitted to the vehicle, the vehicle battery covers have a different design:
- If a cover is fitted: press the tab in the direction of the arrow and take the cover up and off.
- If a sleeve is fitted: fold the cover away to one side .
Checking the electrolyte level
- Ensure that enough lighting is available in order to see the colours clearly. Never use naked flames or glowing items (e.g. cigarettes) as a light source.
- The colour display in the round window on the top side of the vehicle battery will change according to the electrolyte level.
| Colour display | Action |
|---|---|
| Light yellow or without colour | The electrolyte level of the vehicle is too low. The vehicle battery should be checked and replaced by a qualified workshop if necessary. |
| Black | The electrolyte level of the vehicle battery is correct. |
WARNING
- Always wear eye protection and protective gloves.
- Electrolyte is very aggressive. It can burn skin and can cause blindness. When working with the battery, protect above all your hands, arms and face from acid spillages.
- Never tilt the vehicle battery. Electrolyte may spill out of the battery vents and cause chemical burns.
- Never open a vehicle battery.
- If acid is spilt in your eye or on your skin, rinse immediately for several minutes with clear water. Then consult a doctor immediately.
- If acid is swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
Warning lamp
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
Lit up
Possible cause
Correction
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