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 warningsThe 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
Opening the battery cover
Depending on the engine fitted to the vehicle, the vehicle battery covers have a different design:
Checking the electrolyte level
Colour display | Action |
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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
Any work on the vehicle battery can cause serious chemical burns, explosions and electric shocks.Volkswagen Touran Owners Manual. Introduction
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Volkswagen Touran Owners Manual. Tyre pressure
Fig. 184 Location of the tyre pressure
plate
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings The correct tyre pressure for
factory-fitted tyres is shown on a sticker - applies to all-season, summer and
winter tyres. The sticker is located on the inside of the ...