VW Jetta VI 6 Hybrid owners manual page 223

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NOTICE x Failure to heed warning lights or texWAt RNINGS can result in vehicle damage. x If the 12 Volt battery is disconnected or dead or has been replaced, there is a possibility that the combustion engine will not automatically switch off when the vehicle is powered by the electric motor. If this situation persists for several days, take the vehicle to an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility that is qualified to do work on hybrid vehicles. x Never transport water or other liquids or fluids in open containers, such as an aquarium. If liquid is spilled in the luggage compartment, this can cause short circuits or damage the high- voltage battery. NOTICE Never block or cover the cooling air vents for the high-voltage hybrid battery under the rear seat. Blocking or covering these vents can damage the high-voltage battery. NOTICE If the vehicle is not used for a longer period, the high-voltage battery will run down. To keep the high-voltage battery in good condition, the vehicle needs to be driven at least every 2 months for at least 30 minutes or 15 miles (20 km). x If the high-voltage battery is dead, the gasoline engine will not start. Contact an authoizred Volkswagen dealer, an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility, or another qualified workshop for assistance. Special considerations for hybrid vehicles Fig. 128 Warning label on high-voltage hybrid components (A). Warning label on covers which are over high- voltage hybrid components (B). ¤ Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS Hybrid vehicles are different from vehicles that have only a gasoline engine. Besides the functions and equipment already described, they differ from non-hybrid vehicles in other ways as well. Noises in hybrid vehicles When the combustion engine is not running, you may hear sounds that you do not notice when the engine is running, but would not hear when the gasoline engine in a conventional vehicle was running. These sounds are normal. If you have any doubts, please contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility that is qualified to do work on hybrid vehicles.

owners manual VW Jetta Hybrid

owners manual VW Jetta Hybrid - year of production: 2012 - VW Jetta VI 6 Hybrid owners manual EN