Volkswagen CC (2015 year). Instruction — part 26

Opening the fuel filler cap

Pull the release switch in the driver door upwards

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fig. 161

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The fuel filler flap is on the right rear side of the vehicle.
Open the fuel filler flap.
Unscrew the fuel cap counterclockwise and remove. Use the slot or

the upper edge of the fuel filler flap to hold the cap while refueling
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fig. 162

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Refueling
The correct fuel grade for your vehicle

⇒ Fuel is listed on a sticker on

the inside of the fuel filler flap

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fig. 162

(arrow).

The fuel tank is full when the automatic filler nozzle pump switches

off the first time

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Do not try to add fuel after the pump stops! Topping off the tank in

this way may fill the expansion space that the tank needs and cause
fuel to overflow, for example, if it gets warmer outside.

Closing the fuel filler cap

Screw the fuel cap clockwise onto the fuel filler neck until you hear

it click into place.

Close the fuel filler flap until you hear it latch shut. The fuel filler

flap must be flush with the vehicle body.

WARNING

Spilled fuel can cause fires, explosions, burns, and other se-
vere injuries.

Always stop refueling once the pump nozzle switches off so

that the tank does not overflow.

NOTICE

Remove fuel spills from all vehicle surfaces immediately to help
prevent damage to the paint, tires, and wheel housings.

Fuel spills may pollute the environment.

Fuel capacities

Please first read and note the introductory information and

heed the WARNINGS

Engine

Fuel tank capacity

2.0L and 3.6L engines with

front wheel drive

About 18.5 gallons (70.0 liters),

of which about 2.1 gallons

(8.0 liters) reserve.

3.6L engines with all-wheel

drive (4MOTION)

About 18 gallons (68.0 liters),

of which about 2.1 gallons

(8.0 liters) reserve.

Refueling checklist

Please first read and note the introductory information and

heed the WARNINGS

The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a hazardous area.
Never do any work on the engine or in the engine compartment un-
less you

know exactly how to carry out the job,
have the correct technical information and the proper tools and

supplies, and

are familiar with the necessary safety precautions

⇒ Working in the

engine compartment.

Checklist
If you are uncertain in any way, have the work done by an authorized
Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Seri-
ous personal injury may result from improperly performed work. Make
sure that you check the following items regularly. The best thing is to
check them every time you refuel:

Windshield washer fluid level

⇒ Windshield wipers and washer

Engine oil level

⇒ Engine oil

Engine coolant level

⇒ Engine coolant

Brake fluid level

⇒ Braking and parking

Tire pressure

⇒ Tires and wheels

Vehicle lighting necessary for driving safety:

– Turn signals
– Low beams and high beams
– Taillights
– Brake lights
– License plate lights

Information on replacing light bulbs:

⇒ Replacing light bulbs.

WARNING

Disregarding the safety-related checklist may lead to accidents
and injuries.

Please note and follow the points listed in the checklist.

Fuel

Introduction

In this section you’ll find information about:
Gasoline
Gasoline additives

The correct fuel grade for your engine is shown on a sticker located
on the inside of the fuel filler flap

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fig. 162

.

Bad or poor quality fuel reduces operating performance, efficiency
and service life of the engine. If you notice any symptoms like rough
engine idle or performance or “bucking,” immediately reduce the ve-
hicle speed, accelerate slowly, and keep the engine speed in the
middle of the rpm range. Avoid high rpm and rapid acceleration. If
these symptoms should appear right after refueling, switch off the
engine. In both cases contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility to have the engine checked.

More information:

⇒ Booklet Warranty and Maintenance

Refueling
Engine control and exhaust system

WARNING

Improper refueling or handling of fuel can cause fire, explosion,
and severe burns.

Fuel is highly explosive and flammable and can cause severe

burns and other injuries.

Heed applicable safety warnings and obey local fuel handling

regulations.

Always make sure the fuel cap is screwed on all the way. This

keeps fuel from spilling out and from evaporating.

Failure to shut the engine off while refueling and/or to insert

the pump nozzle fully into the vehicle's filler neck could cause
fuel overflow and fuel spray. Fuel spray and overflowing fuel
are dangerous because they can cause fire or serious injury.

For safety reasons, the engine must be turned off when refu-

eling.

Never get back into your vehicle while refueling. If in excep-

tional circumstances you must get back in your vehicle while
refueling, make certain that you close the door and touch metal
to discharge static electricity before touching the filler nozzle
again. Static electricity can cause sparks that can ignite fuel
vapors released during refueling.

Gasoline

Please first read and note the introductory information and

heed the WARNINGS

Octane rating
Octane rating indicates a gasoline's ability to resist engine-damaging
“knock” caused by pre-ignition. Using the correct grade of gasoline is
very important to help prevent engine damage and loss of engine
performance.
The recommended gasoline octane rating for your engine is listed on
a label inside of the fuel filler flap. This rating may be specified ac-
cording to AKI (CLC) or RON (ROZ) standards.
If unleaded Premium grade gasoline is specified for your vehicle, then
Volkswagen recommends using TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline with a
minimum octane rating of 91 AKI (95 RON). For more information on

TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline, please go to the official Web site,
http://www.toptiergas.com.
The gasoline grades most commonly sold in the United States and
Canada have the following octane ratings, which can usually be found
on the filler pump:

Premium grade: 91 to 96 AKI
Regular grade: 87 to 90 AKI

Unleaded gasoline
Unleaded gasoline is available throughout the USA and Canada.
Volkswagen recommends that you do not take your vehicle to places
where unleaded gasoline may not be available.

Gasoline containing alcohol or MTBE
You may use unleaded gasoline blended with alcohol or MTBE (me-
thyl tertiary butyl ether), commonly referred to as oxygenated fuels, if
the blended mixture meets the following criteria:
Blends of gasoline and methanol (wood alcohol or methyl alco-
hol):

Anti-Knock Index (AKI) must be 87 or higher.
Blend must contain no more than 3% methanol.
Blend must contain more than 2% co-solvents.

Blends of gasoline and ethanol (grain alcohol or ethyl alcohol):

Anti-Knock Index (AKI) must be 87 or higher.
Blend must contain no more than 15% ethanol.

Blends of gasoline and MTBE:

Anti-Knock Index (AKI) must be 87 or higher.
Blend must contain no more than 15% MTBE.

Seasonally adjusted gasoline
Many fuels are blended especially for winter or summer conditions.
When seasons change, Volkswagen suggests that you buy fuel at
busy stations where the seasonal adjustment is more likely to be
made earlier.

WARNING

Starting fluids can explode and cause a run-away vehicle condi-
tion.

Never use starting assist fluids.

NOTICE

Never use fuel with an octane rating lower than 87 AKI /

91 RON. Using lower octane fuel may cause expensive engine
damage.

Never use leaded gasoline! Leaded gasoline will severely

damage your vehicle's catalytic converter.

Methanol-blended fuels that do not meet the criteria listed

above may cause corrosion and may damage plastic and rubber
parts in the fuel system.

Never use fuels that contain lead or other metals (check listing

on the fuel pump). Even lead replacement gasoline (LRP fuels)
contain metallic additives in high concentrations. They can
damage the engine.

Do not use fuels that fail to meet the criteria above, or with

contents that cannot be identified.

If you cannot tell whether a particular fuel blend meets the cri-

teria above, ask your service station or its fuel supplier. If you
notice a loss of fuel economy or drivability and performance
problems using one of these fuel blends, we recommend that
you switch to unblended fuel.

Using fuels that are different from those specified above can

damage your vehicle's engine and fuel system and cause per-
formance problems.

Damage to the engine and fuel system and performance prob-

lems caused by using fuels that are different from those speci-
fied above or by using “starting assist fluids” are not the re-
sponsibility of Volkswagen and are not covered under the Emis-
sion warranties or any other Volkswagen Limited Warranty.

Even a single tank full of leaded fuel can do major damage to the

catalytic converter and degrade its effectiveness in reducing polluting
emissions.

If you notice a loss of fuel economy or drivability and performance

problems using one of these fuel blends, we recommend that you
switch to unblended fuel. Never use fuel line antifreeze offered for
gasoline engines.

Gasoline additives

Please first read and note the introductory information and

heed the WARNINGS

Additives are used to improve the quality of the gasoline.
Fuel quality impacts the operating performance, efficiency and ser-
vice life of the engine. Therefore, use high quality gasoline that is al-
ready blended by the fuel supplier with suitable gasoline additives
that do not contain metal. The additives provide corrosion protection,
clean the fuel system, and help prevent deposits on the engine.
Volkswagen recommends TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline. For more
information on TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline, please go to the official
Web site http://www.toptiergas.com.
If quality gasoline with additives that do not contain metal is not avail-
able or engine malfunctions occur, you should add the required addi-
tives while refueling

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Not all gasoline additives are effective. Using the wrong additives can
cause significant and expensive damage to the engine and the cata-
lytic converter. Never use additives that contain metal. Please note
that metal can be included in some aftermarket gasoline additives
that are available to be added to gasoline during or after refueling to
help improve knock resistance or increase the octane rating.
Volkswagen recommends using only additives approved by
Volkswagen. Appropriate additives as well as instructions on how to
use them are available from your authorized Volkswagen dealer or
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Do not add any other gaso-
line additives.

NOTICE

You can damage the engine by using incorrect additives.

Using incorrect gasoline additives can cause extensive engine

damage as well as damage to the catalytic converter.

If you must fuel your vehicle with gasoline whose octane rat-

ing is too low, only drive with the engine speed in the middle of
the rpm range and with low engine load. Avoid high rpm and
heavy engine load. Otherwise, the engine could be damaged.
Refuel your vehicle with gasoline with the required octane rating
as soon as possible.

Do not use fuel that is labeled at the pump as containing met-

al. Lead replacement fuel contains high concentrations of metal-
lic additives. Engine damage could result.

Fueling your vehicle just one time with leaded fuel or fuel that

contains other metallic additives can affect the performance of
the catalytic converter and cause extensive damage to it.

Working in the engine compartment

Introduction

In this section you’ll find information about:
Display
Preparing to work in the engine compartment
Opening or closing the engine compartment

Always position the vehicle on a firm and level surface before doing
any work in the engine compartment.
The engine compartment of a vehicle is a hazardous area. Never do
any work on the engine or in the engine compartment unless you

know exactly how to carry out the job,
have the correct technical information and the proper tools and

supplies, and

are familiar with the necessary safety precautions

⇒ .

If you are uncertain in any way, have the work done by an authorized
Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Serious personal injury may result from improperly performed work.

More information:

Exterior views
Windshield wipers and washer
Starting and stopping the engine
Brake fluid
Checks while refueling
Engine oil
Engine coolant
Vehicle battery
Exterior care and cleaning
Parts, accessories, repairs and modifications

WARNING

Unintended vehicle movement during maintenance work can
cause serious personal injuries.

Never work under the vehicle unless you have safely secured

the vehicle from moving. If you must work under the vehicle
with the wheels on the ground, always make sure that the vehi-
cle is on level ground, that all 4 wheels are chocked to keep
them from moving, and that the key is not in the ignition.

If you must work under a vehicle raised on a floor jack, al-

ways make sure that the vehicle is safely supported on safety
stands intended for that purpose that are strong enough to
support the weight of the vehicle. The jack supplied with the
vehicle is not strong enough for this purpose and can collapse
causing serious personal injury.

WARNING

The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a potentially
dangerous area and can cause serious personal injury.

Always use extreme caution when doing any work in the en-

gine compartment. Always follow commonly accepted safety
practices and use common sense. Never risk personal injury.

Never perform any work in the engine compartment unless

you know exactly how to carry out the job and have the correct
technical information and the correct tools.

If you are uncertain about what to do, have the work per-

formed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer, an authorized
Volkswagen Service Facility, or another qualified workshop.
Serious personal injury may result from improperly performed
work.

We strongly recommend that you always have HID – High In-

tensity Discharge (Xenon) headlights and H7 bulbs replaced by
a qualified technician. Serious personal injury may result from
improperly performed work.

Never open or close the engine hood if steam or coolant is

escaping. Hot steam or coolant can cause serious burns. Al-
ways wait until you no longer see or hear steam or coolant es-
caping from the engine.

Always let the engine cool down completely before carefully

opening the hood.

Hot parts of the engine and the exhaust system will burn skin

on contact.

When the engine has cooled down and you are ready to open

the hood:
– Firmly apply the parking brake and shift the transmission

into Park (P) (automatic) or Neutral (manual only).

– Take the vehicle key out of the ignition.
– On vehicles with Keyless Access, make sure that the re-

mote control vehicle key is out of range of the vehicle and
that the vehicle cannot be started by depressing the starter
button

⇒ Starter button.

– Always keep children and others away from the engine

compartment and never leave them unsupervised.

The engine coolant system is under pressure when the en-

gine is hot. Never unscrew the coolant expansion tank cap
when the engine is hot. Hot coolant can spray out and cause
severe burns and other serious injuries.
– Turn the cap slowly and very carefully in a counterclock-

wise direction while applying light downward pressure on the
top of the cap.

– Always protect your face, hands, and arms from hot escap-

ing coolant or steam by covering the cap with a large, thick
rag.

Never spill fluids on the engine or exhaust system when re-

filling. Spilling fluids onto hot parts of the engine or exhaust
system can cause a fire.

WARNING

High voltage systems in the engine compartment can cause
electrical shocks or even electrocution, severe burns, other se-
rious injuries, and even death!

Never short-circuit the electrical system. Be especially care-

ful when using jumper cables. The vehicle's battery could ex-
plode!

To reduce the risk of electrical shock and personal injury

while the engine is running or being started:
– Never touch ignition cables. Never touch other compo-

nents of the high voltage electronic ignition system.

– Never touch the wiring of the HID – High Intensity Dis-

charge (Xenon) headlights.

Read and heed the important information and warnings on

cleaning the engine compartment

⇒ Cleaning the engine com-

partment.

WARNING

Moving parts in the engine compartment can cause serious
personal injury on contact.

Never reach into the area around or touch the radiator fan.

Contact with the blades can cause serious personal injury. Al-
ways remember that the radiator fan is temperature-controlled
and can come on suddenly even when the engine has been
switched off for a while and the key has been removed from the
ignition.

If you have to perform a check or repair when the engine is

running, there are more risks from the rotating parts, such as
the drive belts, alternator, radiator fan, etc., and from the high-
voltage ignition system. Always use extreme care.
– Always make sure that jewelry, loose clothing and long hair

do not get caught in rotating engine parts. Before starting
any work remove your jewelry, take off your necktie, tie back
and cover your hair, and do not wear clothing that can hang
down and get caught in moving engine parts.

– Always use extreme caution if the accelerator pedal has to

be depressed to perform a check. The vehicle will start to
move even if the electronic parking brake is on.

Never leave any objects in the engine compartment, for ex-

ample cleaning rags and tools. Objects left behind can cause
malfunctions, engine damage, and even fires.

WARNING

Operating fluids and some materials in the engine compartment
can catch fire easily, causing burns and other serious personal
injuries!

Never smoke near the engine compartment.
Never work next to open flames or sparks.
Never pour or spill operating fluids or other flammable liq-

uids on the engine. These fluids can ignite on hot engine parts
and cause injuries.

If work on the fuel system or the electrical system is neces-

sary:
– Always disconnect the 12 Volt vehicle battery. Make sure

the vehicle is unlocked when you disconnect the battery, or
the alarm will go off. Never touch the electrical wiring of the
ignition system.

– Never work near heaters, water heaters, or other open

flames.

Always have a functional, approved fire extinguisher nearby.

NOTICE

When changing or topping off fluids, make sure that you pour
the fluids into the correct reservoirs. Adding the wrong type of
operating fluids will cause serious malfunctions and engine
damage.

Fluid leaks and spills are harmful to the environment. Regularly

check the ground underneath your vehicle for this reason. If you find
spots of oil or other fluids, have your vehicle checked by your author-
ized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Dispose of leaked operating fluids properly.

Display

Please first read and note the introductory information and

heed the WARNINGS

Lights up

Possible cause

Proper response

Icon appears in

the display

Engine hood not

properly closed.

Stop!

Close the engine hood.

When the ignition is switched on, several warning and indicator lights
come on briefly for a function check. They go out after a few seconds.
If the engine hood is open or not closed properly, the vehicle icon
appears in the instrument cluster display showing the open engine
hood

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fig. 10

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fig. 11

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Depending on your vehicle's equipment and options, the icon may still
be displayed even after the ignition is switched off as long as the key
has not been taken out of the ignition. The icon in the instrument clus-
ter display goes out about 15 seconds after the vehicle has been
locked.

WARNING

Failure to heed warning lights and instrument cluster text mes-
sages can cause the vehicle to break down in traffic and result
in a collision and serious personal injury.

Never ignore warning lights or text WARNINGS.
Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

Preparing to work in the engine compartment

Please first read and note the introductory information and

heed the WARNINGS

Checklist
Before any work in the engine compartment, carry out the following
steps in the order in which they are listed

⇒ :

Park the vehicle in a safe place on a firm, level surface.
Hold the brake pedal down until the engine is switched off.
Apply the electronic parking brake to help prevent the vehicle from

moving

⇒ Braking and parking.