To ensure your own safety and the safety of your passengers, observe the following points in the order given :
Stop the vehicle at a safe distance away from moving traffic and on a suitable surface .
Switch on the hazard warning lights using the button .
Apply the handbrake Braking, stopping and parking Brakes Parking .
Select the neutral position or move the selector lever to P The following will occur if the reverse gear is selected and the ignition is switched on:.
Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition Immobilizer display.
Make sure all occupants exit the vehicle away from moving traffic and move to safety, for instance behind the safety barrier.
Take all vehicle keys with you when you leave the vehicle.
Place the warning triangle in position to draw the attention of other road users to your vehicle.
Allow the engine to cool down and, if necessary, use expert assistance.
When the hazard warning lights are switched on, for example if you are being towed, you can still indicate a change in direction or lane change by operating the turn signal. The warning lights will be interrupted temporarily.
Switch on the hazard warning lights:
Always follow local regulations for the use of the hazard warning lights.
If the hazard warning lights are not working, use an alternative method of drawing attention to the broken-down vehicle. This method must comply with traffic legislation.
WARNING
WARNING
The vehicle battery will discharge if the hazard warning lights are left on over a long period of time – also when the ignition is switched off.
If you brake hard at speeds over approximately 80 km/h (50 mph), the brake lights will flash to warn the traffic behind. If you then continue to brake, the hazard warning lights will be switched on automatically at speeds under approximately 10 km/h (6 mph). The brake light will shine steadily. Once you start to accelerate the hazard warning lights will switch off again.
Volkswagen Touran Owners Manual. Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Indicator lamps and fuel gauge
→ Filling the tank with petrol or diesel
→ Filling the tank with natural gas
→ Capacities
→ Checks when filling the tank
The fuel cap is ...
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-mil ...