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Canada Warranty and Maintenance

Gasoline engine models only


Model Year 2021

Canada Warranty and Maintenance:


Gasoline engine models only
Stand: 01.08.2020
Englisch Kanada: 09.2020
Teile-Nr.: 5NA012722GD

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Afterword
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may not be available until later or may be available
only in certain markets. Contact your Volkswagen © 2020 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
dealer or Volkswagen Service Facility for more infor-
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be derived from the information, illustrations, and
descriptions in this Manual.
No reprint, reproduction, or translation of this Man-
ual is permitted, even in excerpts, without the ex-
press written consent of Volkswagen AG, Volkswa-
gen de México, and Volkswagen Group of America,
Inc.
Table of contents
Emergency repairs 18
Warranty Damage caused by tampering, use of
improper fuel, abuse, neglect and improper
Owner's information 2
maintenance 18
Implied warranties 18
New Vehicle Limited Warranty Incidental and consequential damages 18

What is covered 3
What is not covered 4 Extent of warranties
General 19
Powertrain Limited Warranty
What is covered 7 24-Hour Roadside Assistance
What is not covered 7
The Volkswagen 24-Hour Roadside
Assistance program 19
Customer Relations Center 24
Limited Warranty Against Corrosion
Perforation
What is covered 10 Service Publications
What is not covered 11 Volkswagen Technical Literature Ordering
Center 26

Emissions Control System Defect


Warranty Change of Address
For 2 Years or 40,000 kilometres 12 In case we need to contact you 26
For 8 Years or 130,000 kilometres 13

Maintenance
Emissions Performance Warranty Limited Warranty voucher 27
For 2 years or 40,000 kilometres and Odometer replacement and other dealer
8 years or 130,000 kilometres 14 stamps 28
Performance Warranty claim approval 15 Service information 29
Service schedule 30
Record of maintenance services 33
Important Additional Information
About Your Emissions Warranties
Warranty period 16
Proper maintenance and use 16
Use of Genuine Volkswagen Parts 16
Maintenance and repairs performed by
independent service 17
Parts not scheduled for inspection or
replacement 17
Scheduled part inspection or replacement 17
Damage to non-warranty parts 17
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Warranty repairs while traveling in the


United States 17

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Warranty Notice of Address Change Notice of Used Car
Purchase
The Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1971
Owner's information requires manufacturers to be in a position to
contact vehicle owners if a correction of a prod-
Dear Owner, uct defect becomes necessary.
This booklet contains the warranties and mainte- If you change your address or buy a used Volks-
nance applicable to your Volkswagen model. wagen model, complete one of the postcards in
Please read these warranties carefully to deter- the middle of this booklet and mail it to Volkswa-
mine your warranty rights and obligations. gen Group Canada Inc. Quote the complete vehi-
cle identification number (VIN) of your Volkswa-
Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes
gen model. Do not use an abbreviated number.
coverage for 4 years or 80,000 kilometres,
You do not need to use this card if you purchased
whichever occurs first and Powertrain Limited
your vehicle through a Volkswagen dealer. 
Warranty coverage is 5 years or 100,000 kilome-
tres, whichever occurs first. Your vehicle also has
a Limited Warranty Against Corrosion Perfora-
tion for a period of 7 years regardless of kilome-
tres.
In addition, your model year 2021 vehicle is cov-
ered by emissions control system limited warran-
ties. Please consult these warranties whenever a
repair to your emission control system is required
to determine whether it is covered by warranty.
These warranties are applicable to all new Volks-
wagen vehicles imported and distributed by
Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. (“VGCA”, or
“Volkswagen”) for sale in Canada.
Your satisfaction in understanding these limited
warranties that apply to your Volkswagen model
is important to us. Any questions concerning
warranty coverage should be directed to us using
your preferred method of communication:
Email us:
Visit our website http://www.vw.ca
Simply click on “Contact us”
Call us:
Tel.: 1 (800) 822-8987
Write to us:
Volkswagen Customer Relations Center
777 Bayly Street, West
Ajax, Ontario, L1S 7G7
If you have a concern or you are not satisfied
with the service that you receive from your deal-
er, we suggest that you discuss it with the Serv-
ice Manager at your dealer. If your concern is not
resolved through your dealer, please call or write
Volkswagen Customer Relations Center.

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New Vehicle Limited Where to go for warranty service
Warranty This limited warranty will be honoured by any
Volkswagen dealer in Canada.
What is covered If your Volkswagen model is brought to a Volks-
wagen dealer outside of Canada, this warranty
Warranty period will not apply.
Warranty repairs while traveling in the United
The New Vehicle Limited Warranty period is 4 States
years or 80,000 kilometres, whichever occurs
Warranty repairs while traveling in the United
first.
States should be performed by a Volkswagen
Any implied warranty, including any implied dealer. If your Volkswagen model is within the
warranty of merchantability or warranty of fit- Canadian New Vehicle Limited Warranty, most
ness for a particular purpose, is limited in dura- U.S. dealers can submit a warranty claim. Proof
tion to the period of this written warranty. Some of Canadian residence is required. If the U.S.
provinces may not allow limitations on how long dealer cannot submit your warranty claim, you
an implied warranty lasts, so this limitation may may be asked to pay for the repair. On your re-
not apply to you.  turn to Canada, please present the invoice to
your Canadian Volkswagen dealer, who will sub-
mit a claim on your behalf and obtain reimburse-
ment for you. 
Coverage
This limited warranty covers any repair to correct
a manufacturers defect in material or workman- When the warranty period begins
ship except wheel alignment, tire balance, and
the repair or replacement of tires. The warranty period begins on the date the vehi-
The repair or replacement of wear and tear cle is delivered to either the original purchaser or
items, including but not limited to brake pads the original lessee; or if the vehicle is first placed
worn below manufacturer specifications, brake in service as a “demonstrator” or “company” car,
discs worn below manufacturer specifications, on the date such vehicle is first placed in service.
clutch discs, seat covers, and light bulbs1) re- This New Vehicle Limited Warranty is automati-
placed for wear and tear, are covered up to one cally transferred without cost if the ownership of
year or 20,000 kilometres, whichever occurs first. the vehicle changes within the Warranty period. 
Wiper blades replaced for wear and tear are cov-
ered up to 6 months or 10,000 kilometres,
whichever occurs first.
Free-of-charge repair
Original Equipment Battery
Original equipment batteries are covered 100% Repairs under this limited warranty are free of
parts and labor for 4 years or 80,000 kilometres, charge. Your Volkswagen dealer will repair the
whichever occurs first, for defects in material or defective part or replace it with a new or rema-
workmanship. nufactured genuine Volkswagen part. 
Mechanical Adjustments
Mechanical adjustments not associated with a
defect in material and workmanship, are covered
up to one year or 20,000 kilometres, whichever
occurs first (i.e. headlight adjustment). 
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1) Excludes Halogen and Xenon headlight bulbs, which are covered for 4 years or 80.000 kilometres, whichever occurs first. Headlight
bulbs damaged by outside influence are not covered.

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Emergency repairs Maintenance services and
mechanical adjustments
Emergency repairs performed by a non-Volkswa-
gen service facility will be reimbursed if the re- This limited warranty does not cover the cost of
pair work was needed and correctly performed, parts and labor involved in any scheduled main-
and it was impossible or unreasonable under the tenance service.
circumstances to tow or drive your Volkswagen
to the nearest Volkswagen dealer. Reimburse- This limited warranty does not cover the replace-
ment will be considered when you submit the ment of spark plugs, clutch discs, filters, oil, lu-
following items to your Volkswagen dealer: bricants, fluids, or air conditioner refrigerant
charge, unless their replacement is a necessary
– A statement explaining the circumstances that part of warranty service on a covered compo-
prevented you from getting to a Volkswagen nent.
dealer,
Mechanical adjustments not associated with a
– Paid receipt(s), defect in material or workmanship are not cov-
– Repair order(s), and ered after the first year or 20.000 kilometres,
– Part(s) removed from your Volkswagen vehicle.  whichever occurs first (i.e. headlight adjustment).
This limited warranty does not cover wheel align-
ment or tire balancing. 

What is not covered

Tires
Tires are not covered by this limited warranty,
but are separately warranted by the tire manu-
facturer. Verify with the tire manufacturer what
is covered under their warranty. 

Battery
This limited warranty does not cover:
– Damage or malfunction to engine battery re-
sulting from failure to maintain a proper level
of charge through regular use, or resulting
from improper storage or failure to properly
maintain sufficient battery voltage charge.
– Damage or malfunction to engine battery re-
sulting from outside influence, lack of proper
care or improper use.
– Damage or malfunction to engine battery re-
sulting from overboosting or overcharge.
– Damage or malfunction to engine battery re-
sulting from freezing or excessive heat. 

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Damage or malfunctions due to – Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting
from continued operation of the vehicle after a
misuse, negligence, alteration, warning light, gauge reading, or other warn-
accident, vandalism, or fire ings indicate a mechanical or operational prob-
lem; or
This limited warranty does not cover:
– Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting
– Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting from suspension modifications, including but
from negligent or otherwise improper repair of not limited to the installation of aftermarket
the vehicle; installation of any non-Genuine springs, shock absorbers, or lowering kits.
Volkswagen parts that will alter the vehicle
This limited warranty does not cover vehicles se-
performance specifications from those set by
verely damaged or declared to be a total loss by
the vehicle manufacturer; modifications to the
an insurer or vehicles substantially re-assembled
vehicle (including but not limited to the engine
from or repaired with parts obtained from anoth-
management system); accessories including
er used vehicle. 
but not limited to alarm systems, remote
starters, roof racks or communications equip-
ment; or
– Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting Accessories, spare parts, and
from the use of used parts or new parts not modification of your Volkswagen
sold or approved by Volkswagen, or the resul-
tant damage to associated parts or systems; or A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and
– Non-Genuine Volkswagen parts (referred to as accessories for Volkswagen vehicles are currently
Aftermarket parts), crash parts repaired due to available in the market. You should know that
damage in a collision (referred to as Remanu- Volkswagen does not warrant these products and
factured collision parts), parts obtained from is not responsible for their performance, repair,
another used vehicle (referred to as salvage or replacement, or for any damage they may
parts), and any resultant damage to associated cause to, or adverse effect they may have on,
vehicle parts or systems caused by the failure your Volkswagen vehicle.
of the aforementioned parts; or Your Volkswagen vehicle should not be modified
– Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting with non-Genuine Volkswagen products. Modifi-
from the alteration of the vehicle, in particular cation with non-Genuine Volkswagen products
(but not limited to) any major or structural al- could affect the vehicle's performance, safety, or
terations including but not limited to the con- durability, and may even violate government reg-
version of the vehicle to a convertible or the ulations. In addition, damage or performance
modification of the roof to accommodate a problems resulting from the modification may
glass roof structure or other similar structural not be covered under warranty. 
alterations; or
– Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting
from the use of contaminated or improper Noise, vibration, cosmetic
fuel, or from misfueling, whether intentional
or unintentional misfueling; or conditions, and deterioration
– Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting This limited warranty does not cover deteriora-
from modifications of the vehicle, including tion resulting from normal wear and tear, and it
but not limited to the installation of engine does not cover noise, vibration, or cosmetic con-
management components not approved by ditions (unless the noise, vibration, or cosmetic
Volkswagen; or condition was caused by a defect in manufactur-
– Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting er’s materials or workmanship). 
from the use of the vehicle in competitive
events, or caused by negligent driving or mis-
use, accident, collision, vandalism, fire; or
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Aesthetics and design Other expenses
This limited warranty does not cover aesthetic or This limited warranty does not cover any inci-
design elements of the vehicle.  dental or consequential damage, including but
not limited to, loss of value of the vehicle, lost
profits or earnings, and out-of-pocket expenses
for substitute transportation or lodging. 1)
Damage or malfunctions due to
Volkswagen reserves the right to make improve-
lack of maintenance ments or change the design of any Volkswagen
model at any time with no obligation to make
This limited warranty does not cover damage,
similar changes on vehicles previously sold. 
malfunctions, or symptoms resulting from the
failure to follow recommended maintenance and
use requirements as set forth in the Volkswagen
Owner's Manual and the Maintenance section of Other terms
this booklet.
Your dealer will deny warranty coverage unless This New Vehicle Limited Warranty is issued by
you present to the dealer proof in the form of Volkswagen Group Canada Inc., (VGCA). This war-
Service or Repair Orders that all scheduled main- ranty does not apply to Volkswagen vehicles or
tenance was performed in a timely manner.  parts and accessories not imported or distributed
by VGCA.
This New Vehicle Limited Warranty, the Limited
Warranty Against Corrosion Perforation, the
Damage caused by the Limited Powertrain Warranty and the Emissions
environment Warranties are the only express warranties
made in connection with the sale of this Volks-
This limited warranty does not cover damage wagen model. Any implied warranty, including
caused by airborne industrial pollutants (e.g. acid any warranty of merchantability or warranty of
rain), bird droppings, stones, floodwater, wind- fitness for a particular purpose, is limited in du-
storms, tree sap or other similar occurrences.  ration to the stated period of these written war-
ranties.
Some provinces do not allow limitations on how
Glass long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limi-
tation may not apply to you.
This limited warranty does not cover glass break-
Neither VGCA nor the manufacturer assumes, or
age, unless due to a defect in manufacturers ma-
authorizes any person to assume, any other obli-
terial or workmanship. 
gation or liability on its behalf. 

Odometer tampering
These limited warranties do not cover repairs on
a Volkswagen model on which the odometer has
been altered or on which the actual kilometres
cannot readily be determined.
If the speedometer unit is replaced, a “Speedom-
eter Replacement Record” must be filled out by a
Volkswagen dealer. 

1) Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage, so this limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from province to province.

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Powertrain Limited If your Volkswagen model is brought to a Volks-
wagen dealer outside of Canada, this warranty
Warranty will not apply.
Warranty repairs while traveling in the United
What is covered States
Warranty repairs while traveling in the United
Warranty period States should be performed by a Volkswagen
dealer. If your Volkswagen model is within the
The coverage under this limited warranty lasts Canadian New Vehicle Limited Warranty, most
for 5 years or 100,000 kilometres, whichever oc- U.S. dealers can submit a warranty claim. Proof
curs first, from the date the vehicle was first of Canadian residence is required. If the U.S.
placed in service. dealer cannot submit your warranty claim, you
may be asked to pay for the repair. On your re-
This limited warranty does not apply to vehicles turn to Canada, please present the invoice to
used for commercial purposes including but not your Canadian Volkswagen dealer, who will sub-
limited to taxi, courier or delivery service, or lim- mit a claim on your behalf and obtain reimburse-
ousine. ment for you. 
If a commercial vehicle is sold to a subsequent
retail owner, this warranty still does not apply.
Any implied warranty, including any implied When the warranty period begins
warranty of merchantability or warranty of fit-
ness for a particular purpose, is limited in dura- The warranty period begins on the date the vehi-
tion to the period of this written warranty. Some cle is delivered to either the original purchaser or
provinces may not allow limitations on how long the original lessee; or if the vehicle is first placed
an implied warranty lasts, so this limitation may in service as a “demonstrator” or “company” car,
not apply to you.  on the date such vehicle is first placed in service.
The Powertrain Limited Warranty is automatical-
ly transferred without cost if the ownership of
Coverage the vehicle changes within the Warranty period. 

The Powertrain Limited Warranty covers any re-


pair to correct a manufacturers defect in material
or workmanship for the following Volkswagen Free-of-charge repair
parts and components:
Repairs under this limited warranty are made
Engine: Cylinder block and all internal parts, cyl- free of charge. Your Volkswagen dealer will repair
inder head and all internal parts, valve the defective part or replace it with a new or re-
train, spur belt, flywheel, oil pump, water manufactured genuine Volkswagen part. 
pump, manifolds, all related seals and gas-
kets.
Transmission: Case and all internal parts, torque
converter, all related seals and gaskets. What is not covered
Drivetrain: Differential and all internal parts,
drive shafts and constant velocity (CV)
joints.  Tires

Tires are not covered by this limited warranty,


but are separately warranted by the tire manu-
Where to go for warranty service facturer. Verify with the tire manufacturer what
is covered under their warranty.
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This limited warranty will be honoured by any
Volkswagen dealer in Canada.

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Maintenance services and terations including but not limited to the con-
version of the vehicle to a convertible or the
mechanical adjustments modification of the roof to accommodate a
glass roof structure or other similar structural
This limited warranty does not cover the cost of alterations; or
parts and labor involved in any scheduled main-
tenance service. – Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting
from the use of contaminated or improper
This limited warranty does not cover the replace- fuel, or from misfueling, whether intentional
ment of spark plugs, clutch discs, filters, oil, lu- or unintentional misfueling; or
bricants, fluids, or air conditioner refrigerant
– Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting
charge, unless their replacement is a necessary
from modifications of the vehicle, including
part of warranty service on a covered compo-
but not limited to the installation of engine
nent.
management components not approved by
Mechanical adjustments not associated with a Volkswagen; or
defect in material or workmanship are not cov- – Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting
ered after the first year or 20,000 kilometres, from the use of the vehicle in competitive
whichever occurs first (i.e. headlight adjustment). events, or caused by negligent driving or mis-
This limited warranty does not cover wheel align- use, accident, collision, vandalism, fire; or
ment or tire balancing. 
– Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting
from continued operation of the vehicle after a
warning light, gauge reading, or other warn-
Damage or malfunctions due to ings indicate a mechanical or operational prob-
misuse, negligence, alteration, lem; or
accident, vandalism, or fire – Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting
from suspension modifications, including but
This limited warranty does not cover: not limited to the installation of aftermarket
springs, shock absorbers, or lowering kits.
– Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting
from negligent or otherwise improper repair of This limited warranty does not cover vehicles se-
the vehicle; installation of any non-Genuine verely damaged or declared to be a total loss by
Volkswagen parts that will alter the vehicle an insurer or vehicles substantially re-assembled
performance specifications from those set by from or repaired with parts obtained from anoth-
the vehicle manufacturer; modifications to the er used vehicle. 
vehicle (including but not limited to the engine
management system) ; accessories including
but not limited to alarm systems, remote
Accessories, spare parts, and
starters, roof racks or communications equip-
ment; or modification of your Volkswagen
– Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and
from the use of used parts or new parts not accessories for Volkswagen vehicles are currently
sold or approved by Volkswagen, or the resul- available in the market. You should know that
tant damage to associated parts or systems; or Volkswagen does not warrant these products and
– Non-Genuine Volkswagen parts (referred to as is not responsible for their performance, repair,
Aftermarket parts), crash parts repaired due to or replacement, or for any damage they may
damage in a collision (referred to as Remanu- cause to, or adverse effect they may have on,
factured collision parts), parts obtained from your Volkswagen vehicle.
another used vehicle (referred to as salvage
Your Volkswagen vehicle should not be modified
parts), and any resultant damage to associated
with non-Genuine Volkswagen products. Modifi-
vehicle parts or systems caused by the failure
cation with non-Genuine Volkswagen products
of the aforementioned parts; or
could affect the vehicle's performance, safety, or 
– Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting
from the alteration of the vehicle, in particular
(but not limited to) any major or structural al-

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durability, and may even violate government reg- Glass
ulations. In addition, damage or performance
problems resulting from the modification may This limited warranty does not cover glass break-
not be covered under warranty.  age, unless due to a defect in manufacturers ma-
terial or workmanship. 

Noise, vibration, cosmetic


conditions, and deterioration Odometer tampering
This limited warranty does not cover deteriora- These limited warranties do not cover repairs on
tion resulting from normal wear and tear, and it a Volkswagen model on which the odometer has
does not cover noise, vibration, or cosmetic con- been altered or on which the actual kilometres
ditions (unless the noise, vibration, or cosmetic cannot readily be determined.
condition was caused by a defect in manufactur-
If the speedometer unit is replaced, a “Speedom-
er’s materials or workmanship). 
eter Replacement Record” must be filled out by a
Volkswagen dealer. 

Aesthetics and design


This limited warranty does not cover aesthetic or
Other expenses
design elements of the vehicle. 
This limited warranty does not cover any inci-
dental or consequential damage, including but
not limited to, loss of value of the vehicle, lost
Damage or malfunctions due to profits or earnings, and out-of-pocket expenses
for substitute transportation or lodging. 1)
lack of maintenance
Volkswagen reserves the right to make improve-
This limited warranty does not cover damage, ments or change the design of any Volkswagen
malfunctions, or symptoms resulting from the model at any time with no obligation to make
failure to follow recommended maintenance and similar changes on vehicles previously sold. 
use requirements as set forth in the Volkswagen
Owner's Manual and the Maintenance section of
this booklet.
Your dealer will deny warranty coverage unless
you present to the dealer proof in the form of
Service or Repair Orders that all scheduled main-
tenance was performed in a timely manner. 

Damage caused by the


environment
This limited warranty does not cover damage
caused by airborne industrial pollutants (e.g. acid
rain), bird droppings, stones, floodwater, wind-
storms, tree sap or other similar occurrences. 
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1) Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage, so this limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from province to province.

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Limited Warranty Against first placed in service as “demonstrator” or
“company” car, on the date such vehicle is first
Corrosion Perforation placed in service.
This Limited Warranty Against Corrosion Perfora-
What is covered tion is automatically transferred without cost if
the ownership of the vehicle changes within the
warranty period. The limited warranty no longer
Warranty period applies if the vehicle has been: unregistered for
more than 30 days; written off by a motor vehi-
The coverage under this limited warranty lasts cle insurer; or determined to be a flood-damaged
for 7 years regardless of kilometres. vehicle. 
Any implied warranty, including any implied
warranty of merchantability or warranty of fit-
ness for a particular purpose, is limited in dura-
tion to the period of this written warranty. Some Free-of-charge repair
provinces may not allow limitations on how long
Repairs under this limited warranty are made
an implied warranty lasts, so this limitation may
free of charge. A Volkswagen dealer will repair
not apply to you.
the defective part or replace it with a new Genu-
Neither VGCA nor the manufacturer assumes, or ine Volkswagen part.
authorizes any person to assume, any other obli-
gation or liability on its behalf.  Your Volkswagen model is corrosion protec-
ted at the factory. You do not need to pur-
chase rustproofing when you buy your Volkswa-
gen vehicle in order to keep this warranty in ef-
Coverage fect. 

This limited warranty covers any repair or re-


placement of body sheet metal panels that have
been perforated by rust from the inside out. Re- Special conditions and limitations
pairs are covered under this limited warranty on-
ly if there is a rust-through condition in the body It is the vehicle owner’s responsibility to prompt-
sheet metal originating from the inside of the af- ly repair paint damage, damaged undercoating or
fected panel(s) and not caused by outside influ- surface corrosion to maintain the Limited War-
ences (See section “Special conditions and limita- ranty Against Corrosion Perforation. Neglecting
tions” and “What’s not covered” below for possi- to have the vehicle promptly repaired will result
ble coverage exclusions).  in refusal of coverage of the affected area under
the Limited Warranty Against Corrosion Perfora-
tion.
Rust-through condition in the body sheet metal
Where to go for warranty service originating from the inside of the affected pan-
el(s) and not caused by outside influences must
This limited warranty will be honoured by any
be addressed with any Volkswagen dealer at the
Volkswagen dealer in Canada.
earliest stage possible. Neglecting to have the
If your Volkswagen model is brought to a Volks- vehicle promptly repaired, or failing to have the
wagen dealer outside of Canada, this limited vehicle repaired in accordance with Volkswagen
warranty will not apply.  approved repair procedures will result in refusal
of coverage of the affected area under the Limi-
ted Warranty Against Corrosion Perforation. The
installation of non-authorized accessories or fail-
When the warranty period begins ing to have authorized Volkswagen accessories
installed in accordance with Volkswagen author-
The limited warranty period begins on the date
ized accessory installation procedures may result 
the vehicle is delivered to either the original pur-
chaser or the original lessee; or if the vehicle is

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in the refusal of coverage of the affected area This limited warranty does not cover corrosion
under the Limited Warranty Against Corrosion perforation resulting from unrepaired or incor-
Perforation. rectly repaired collision damage or failure to fol-
low Volkswagen authorized repair procedures
Your Volkswagen dealer will do its best to match
your vehicle’s original finish, but this limited war- that in VGCA’s opinion caused or contributed to
the corrosion. 
ranty does not cover the cost of painting the en-
tire vehicle solely for paint matching nor blend-
ing of adjacent body panels.
VGCA recommends when you visit your Volkswa- Neglecting to have the vehicle
gen dealer for your regularly scheduled mainte- promptly repaired
nance you and your dealer review your vehicle’s
body panels to catch any corrosion that may be Neglecting to have the vehicle promptly repaired
developing or any evidence of outside influence may result in refusal of coverage of the affected
damage that may require prompt repair. Should area under the Limited Warranty against Corro-
you have any questions regarding your coverage, sion Perforation. All type of rust should be ad-
please discuss with your Volkswagen dealer.  dressed as soon as visible or noticeable. The di-
ameter of the affected area should not exceed 4
cm. 

What is not covered


Special exclusion for any aluminum
Surface corrosion without portions that may be part of your
perforation Volkswagen vehicle
Your vehicle may be built with aluminum compo-
Repairs are covered under this limited warranty
nents. This limited warranty does not cover cor-
only if there is a rust-through condition in the
rosion perforation due to failure to perform body
body sheet metal originating from the inside of
repairs in accordance with Volkswagen's speci-
the affected panel(s). Surface corrosion is not
fied repair procedures. 
covered under the terms of this limited warranty.
Surface corrosion on external surfaces resulting
from paint peeling, stone chips, collision, vandal-
ism, contact with adjacent panels, contact with Environmental damage
external objects, or modifications to the paint/
painted surface are not covered under the terms This limited warranty does not cover damage
of this limited warranty.  caused by airborne pollutants (e.g. acid rain), bird
droppings, stones, floodwater, tree sap or other
environmental concerns. 
Perforation of sheet metal due to
collision, lack of care and
maintenance, failure to repair, or Corrosion perforation due to failure
modifications to the paint/painted to rustproof when collision damage
surface repaired

This limited warranty does not cover corrosion Genuine Volkswagen body parts that have been
perforation resulting from the failure to promptly repaired or newly installed after a collision must
repair paint damage, damaged undercoating, or be treated with rustproofing that is compatible
surface corrosion. with / and of comparable quality to Volkswagen’s
factory corrosion protection. Failure to have your
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It does not cover damage due to failure to wash vehicle treated in this way may result in Volkswa-
or otherwise regularly care for the vehicle as de- gen's refusal to repair any corrosion perforation
scribed in the Volkswagen Owner's Manual. that can be shown to have resulted from the 

Limited Warranty Against Corrosion Perforation 11


failure to apply or the improper application of an
approved rustproofing agent under the Limited
Emissions Control System
Warranty against Corrosion Perforation. Defect Warranty
The “Other Terms” presented in the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty also apply to this
Warranty. 
For 2 Years or
40,000 kilometres
Volkswagen Group Canada Inc., the authorized
Canadian importer of Volkswagen vehicles, war-
rants to the original retail purchaser or original
lessee and any subsequent purchaser or lessee
that every model year 2021 Volkswagen vehicle
imported by Volkswagen:
– Was designed, built and equipped so as to
conform at the time of sale with all applicable
emissions regulations of Environment Canada,
and applicable Provincial requirements, and
– Is at the time the warranty commences, free
from defects in material and workmanship
which would cause the vehicle to fail to con-
form with the applicable Environment Canada
emissions regulations for 2 years after the
date of first use or delivery of the vehicle to
the original retail purchaser or original lessee
or until the vehicle has been driven 40,000 kil-
ometres, whichever occurs first.
A warranted part is any part installed on a motor
vehicle or motor vehicle engine by the vehicle or
engine manufacturer, or installed in a warranty
repair, which affects any regulated emission from
a motor vehicle or engine which is subject to En-
vironment Canada emission standards. The fol-
lowing parts or systems listed, if defective, could
cause the vehicle to fail to conform with Environ-
ment Canada regulations:
– Evaporative Emission Control System: includ-
ing fuel tank, filler cap, filler neck and leak de-
tection pump
– Exhaust System: including manifolds, turbo-
chargers, catalytic converters and down pipes
– EGR System: including valves, pipes and cool-
ers
– Fuel Injection System: including control mod-
ules, sensors, switches, valves and fuel lines
– Intake System: including camshaft adjuster
units, sensors, manifold, pipes and control
valves
– Ignition System: including coils and sensors 

12 Canada Warranty and Maintenance


– On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System: including
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) and Data
Link Connector
– Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) System:
including control valves and pipes
– Secondary Air Injection System: including air
pump and control valves
– Emission-related hoses, gaskets, clamps and
other accessories used with the above compo-
nents
The obligation of Volkswagen under this warran-
ty is limited, however, to the following: If within
this period a defect in material or workmanship
causes the vehicle to fail to conform with appli-
cable emissions standards prescribed by Environ-
ment Canada regulations and the vehicle is
brought to the workshop of any Volkswagen
dealer in Canada, the dealer will make repairs as
may be required by these regulations free of
charge. 

For 8 Years or 130,000


kilometres
If the vehicle has been in use for more than 24
months or 40,000 kilometres, but less than 8
years or 130,000 kilometres, whichever occurs
first, your Volkswagen dealer will repair or re-
place free of charge the following major emission
control components only:
– Catalytic Converter
– Data Bus On-Board Diagnostic Interface (Gate-
way Control Module)
– Engine Electronic Control Module (ECM)
– Fuel Pump Control Module
– On-Board Diagnostic Device (OBD)
– Transmission Control Module (TCM) 
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Emissions Performance – The vehicle has not been modified, misused or
tampered with in a manner which caused the
Warranty vehicle to fail to comply with the applicable
emissions standard, and
– Fuel other than that specified for your vehicle
For 2 years or 40,000 in the Owner's Manual has not been used. 
kilometres and 8 years or
130,000 kilometres
Some provincial and local jurisdictions may have
established the periodic vehicle emissions in-
spections and maintenance (I/M) programs to en-
courage proper maintenance of your vehicle. If
an approved I/M program is in force in your area,
you are eligible for emissions performance war-
ranty coverage
Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. warrants to the
original retail purchaser or original lessee of a
model year 2021 Volkswagen vehicle and any
subsequent purchaser or lessee of the vehicle
that if the following conditions are met, any
Volkswagen dealer in Canada will remedy any
nonconformity, as determined below, free of
charge, under the following conditions:
– The vehicle fails to conform at any time during
2 years or 40,000 kilometres, whichever occurs
first, to applicable emission inspection stand-
ards as determined by an I/M test or Inspec-
tion used by a provincial emissions I/M pro-
gram, or
– If the vehicle has been in use for more than 2
years or 40,000 kilometres, but less than 8
years or 130,000 kilometres, whichever occurs
first, and the vehicle fails an I/M test or In-
spection used by a provincial emissions I/M
program resulting from a malfunction of a
component listed in the Emissions Control
System Defect Warranty as covered for 8 years
or 130,000 kilometres, whichever occurs first,
and
– If the failure of the I/M test or inspection re-
quires the vehicle owner to bear any penalty or
other sanction, including the denial of the
right to use the vehicle under local, provincial
or federal law, and
– The vehicle has been maintained and operated
in accordance with Volkswagen's instructions
for proper maintenance and use.

14 Canada Warranty and Maintenance


Performance Warranty claim
approval
You may raise a claim under this warranty imme-
diately after your vehicle has failed an I/M test
and if, as a result of that failure, you are required
by law to repair the vehicle to avoid imposition of
a penalty or cancellation of your right to use the
vehicle. You need not actually suffer the loss or
lose the right to use your vehicle or pay for the
repair before presenting your claim.
Claims may be presented only by bringing your
vehicle to any Volkswagen dealer in Canada.
Under certain circumstances, your claim may be
denied because you have failed to comply with
instructions for scheduled maintenance con-
tained in the Maintenance section of this booklet.
In determining whether you have complied with
the instructions for scheduled maintenance and
proper use, Volkswagen may require you to fur-
nish proof of compliance only with those mainte-
nance instructions which Volkswagen has reason
to believe were not performed and which could
be the cause of the I/M test or Inspection failure.
Volkswagen may deny an emission performance
warranty claim on the basis that a replacement
part other than a Genuine Volkswagen part was
used in the maintenance or repair of the vehicle
if Volkswagen can show that it is reasonable to
assume that the part other than a Genuine Volks-
wagen part is either defective in materials or
workmanship, or not equivalent from an emis-
sion standpoint to the original part, causing the
warranted vehicle to fail to meet the applicable
emissions standard.
Volkswagen will not deny a claim relating to:
– Warranty work or pre-delivery service per-
formed by a Volkswagen dealer, or
– Work performed in an emergency to rectify an
unsafe condition attributable to Volkswagen,
provided you have taken steps in a timely
manner to put the vehicle back into a con-
forming condition. 
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Important Additional used as replacement parts for the maintenance,
repair or replacement of emission control sys-
Information About Your tems. Use of replacement parts which are not
equivalent to Genuine Volkswagen parts in emis-
Emissions Warranties sions performance and durability may impair the
effectiveness of emission control systems. The
use of parts other than Genuine Volkswagen
Warranty period parts and the performance of any maintenance
or repair by other than a Volkswagen dealer will
The warranty period begins on the date the vehi- not affect your emission performance warranty
cle is delivered to the original retail purchaser or unless the replacement parts that are used are
original lessee, and any subsequent purchaser or not of equivalent quality or capacity, or the re-
lessee or, if the vehicle is first placed in service as pairs are not performed at the standard required
a “demonstrator” or “company” car prior to de- and it is reasonable to assume that these actions
livery, on the date it is first placed in service.  caused the warranted vehicle to fail to meet the
applicable standards. Volkswagen assumes no li-
ability under these warranties for failure of such
parts and damage to other parts caused by such
Proper maintenance and use failure. 
Instructions for proper maintenance are con-
tained in the maintenance section of this book-
let. Time and kilometre intervals, at which main-
tenance is to be performed, may vary from model
to model.
Volkswagen recommends you keep a record of
scheduled maintenance by having the mainte-
nance section of this booklet validated at the ap-
proximate time or kilometre intervals by the
Volkswagen dealer or other service facility that
performed the maintenance. If you perform the
maintenance yourself, keep all documentation as
proof you have performed the maintenance at
the approximate time or kilometre intervals rec-
ommended, that you have used proper parts, and
that you were able to perform the maintenance
properly.
Failure to maintain your vehicle according to the
instruction for proper maintenance may cause
the vehicle to exceed applicable emissions stand-
ards and could result in denial of warranty cover-
age.
Instructions for proper use of the vehicle are
contained in your Volkswagen Owner's Manual. 

Use of Genuine Volkswagen


Parts
The emission control systems of your vehicle
were designed, built and tested using Original
Equipment Manufacturer parts. Volkswagen rec-
ommends that Genuine Volkswagen parts be

16 Canada Warranty and Maintenance


Maintenance and repairs Damage to non-warranty
performed by independent parts
service A part not covered under the emissions warran-
ties will only be reimbursed if a covered part cau-
Without invalidating these warranties, you may
ses consequential damage to the part which is
choose to have maintenance, repair or replace-
not normally covered. 
ment of emission control components performed
by any automotive service establishment or indi-
vidual qualified to perform such services. Howev-
er, the cost of such services is not covered by Warranty repairs while
these warranties except in emergencies. If the in-
dependent service establishment finds a war- traveling in the United States
rantable defect, you may deliver the vehicle to a
Volkswagen dealer and have the defect corrected Warranty repairs while traveling in the United
free of charge. Volkswagen will not be liable for States should be performed by a Volkswagen
any expenses, which you have incurred at the in- dealer. If your Volkswagen is within the Canadian
dependent service establishment, except for New Vehicle Limited Warranty, most United
emergency repairs. See “Emergency Repairs” for States dealers can submit a warranty claim. Proof
further details.  of Canadian residence is required. If the U.S.
dealer cannot submit your warranty claim, you
may be asked to pay for the repair. On your re-
turn to Canada, please present the invoice to
Parts not scheduled for your Canadian Volkswagen dealer, who will sub-
mit a claim on your behalf and obtain reimburse-
inspection or replacement ment for you. 
Any part, which is not scheduled for inspection or
replacement at maintenance intervals specified
in the maintenance section of this booklet, is
covered by this warranty for the full warranty pe-
riod. 

Scheduled part inspection or


replacement
A part scheduled only for inspection in accord-
ance with Volkswagen's instructions or required
scheduled maintenance is covered for the dura-
tion of these warranties.
A part installed in accordance with Volkswagen's
instructions or required scheduled maintenance
is warranted until the next scheduled replace-
ment interval or for the duration of these war-
ranties. 
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Important Additional Information About Your Emissions Warranties 17


Emergency repairs – Damage, malfunctions, or symptoms resulting
from the use of the vehicle in competitive
Emergency repairs performed by a non-Volkswa- events, or caused by negligent driving or mis-
gen service facility will be reimbursed if the re- use, accident, collision, vandalism, fire; or
pair work was needed and correctly performed, – Damage or malfunctions resulting from con-
and it was impossible or unreasonable under the tinued operation of the vehicle after a warning
circumstances to tow or drive your Volkswagen light, gauge reading or other warnings indicate
to the nearest Volkswagen dealer. The maximum a mechanical or operational problem; or
reimbursement allowable is an amount equal to – Damage or malfunctions due to suspension
the cost if your Volkswagen dealer had comple- modifications, including but not limited to the
ted the repair(s). Reimbursement will be consid- installation of aftermarket springs, shock ab-
ered when you submit the following items to sorbers, or lowering kits
your Volkswagen dealer:
– Damage to emission components caused by
– A statement explaining the circumstances that flood, accident or other external events for
prevented you from getting to a Volkswagen which Volkswagen has no responsibility may
dealer, not be claimed under any of these Emissions
– Paid receipt(s), Warranties
– Repair order(s), and – Vehicles severely damaged or declared to be a
total loss by an insurer or vehicles substantially
– Part(s) removed from your Volkswagen model.  re-assembled from or repaired with parts ob-
tained from another used vehicle
Diagnosis and repair of such damage are at the
Damage caused by tampering, expense of the owner. 
use of improper fuel, abuse,
neglect and improper
maintenance Implied warranties
Any implied warranty, including any warranty of
These limited warranties do not cover any dam-
merchantability or warranty of fitness for a par-
age to the vehicle caused by tampering with
ticular purpose, is limited in duration to the sta-
emission controls, use of fuel containing lead, or
ted period of these written warranties. 
fuel not meeting the specifications set forth in
the Owner's Manual, or any abuse, neglect or im-
proper maintenance of the vehicle, including but
not limited to: Incidental and consequential
– Damage or malfunctions caused or contributed damages
to in whole or in part by the alteration to the
original engineering such as but not limited to; These limited warranties do not cover any inci-
suspension modifications, performance modi- dental or consequential damages, including, but
fications and / or any components manage- not limited to, loss of resale value, lost profits or
ment software modifications. Any modifica- earnings, and out-of-pocket expenses for substi-
tions to these systems not made nor approved tute transportation or lodging.
by Volkswagen Canada Inc. voids these war-
Some provinces may not allow the exclusion or
ranties automatically on these components
limitation of incidental or consequential dam-
and / or any consequential damages; or
ages, so this limitation or exclusion may not ap-
– Damage or malfunctions caused by collision or ply to you.
modifications of the vehicle, including but not
limited to the installation of engine manage- In the event you have not received the serv-
ment components not approved by Volkswa- ices promised in these warranties, please
gen; or follow the procedures described in this booklet
under the title Customer Relations Center. 

18 Canada Warranty and Maintenance


Extent of warranties 24-Hour Roadside
Assistance
General
The Volkswagen 24-Hour
The New Vehicle Warranty, Powertrain Limited Roadside Assistance program
Warranty, Emission System Warranty and Corro-
sion Perforation Limited Warranty are the only
express warranties made by Volkswagen Group Program coverage
Canada Inc. in connection with the sale of this
vehicle. The Volkswagen 24-Hour Roadside Assistance
Neither Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. nor the program is your assurance that help will be there
manufacturer assumes, or authorizes any person should your Volkswagen has a mechanical break-
to assume, any other obligation or liability on its down under normal driving conditions. Whether
behalf. this happens thousands of kilometres from home
(anywhere in Canada or while travelling in the
This limited warranty does not apply to Volkswa- United States), or in your own driveway, you only
gen vehicles or parts and accessories not impor- have to call our toll-free number and help will be
ted or distributed by Volkswagen Group Canada on the way.
Inc.
1 (800) 411-6688
In no event will Volkswagen Group Canada Inc.
be liable for any incidental or consequential To identify yourself as a member, simply quote
damage, including lost profits or earnings, and your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This
out-of-pocket expenses for substitute transpor- number can be found on the driver's side of the
tation or lodging. dashboard, visible through the windshield, or on
your vehicle registration. As the proud owner of a
This limited warranty is not intended to disclaim, 2021 Volkswagen vehicle, you are entitled to ex-
exclude or limit any rights under any provincial clusive ownership privileges that are designed to
statute. To the extent that any part of this limi- provide you with peace of mind and security
ted warranty is inconsistent with any such stat- around the clock. 24-Hour Roadside Assistance is
ute, that part shall not be applicable. available for a period of 4 years or 80,000 kilo-
Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. reserves the right metres, whichever occurs first. As long as the ve-
to make improvements or change the design of hicle is plated and insured, this comprehensive
any model of Volkswagen at any time with no program of emergency roadside and related serv-
obligation to make similar changes on vehicles ices is available to you 24 hours a day, 365 days a
previously sold.  year, anywhere in Canada or even when you are
traveling in the United States.
24-Hour Roadside Assistance combines a team of
qualified bilingual customer service professionals
with a comprehensive nationwide towing net-
work to bring you world-class assistance when
you need it most. These are some of the benefits
of owning a Volkswagen, and a testament to
Volkswagen's quality manufacturing and dedica-
tion to your total ownership experience. Certain
exclusions and limitations apply. Please review
your Owner's Manual for more details.
The Volkswagen 24-Hour Roadside Assistance
program offers the following roadside assistance
services: 
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Extent of warranties 19
– Towing will be provided to your preferred In the unlikely event that 24-Hour Roadside As-
Volkswagen dealer within 50 kilometres or the sistance is unable to provide assistance in the
nearest Volkswagen dealer or Volkswagen geographical area where your Volkswagen is dis-
service facility. abled, please follow the instructions outlined in
– Battery jump start. → page 21, Arranging Your Own Assistance.

– Flat-tire service. 24-Hour Roadside Assistance Services


– Lock-out service. When you call for Roadside Assistance, one or
– Gasoline delivery service. more of the following, as needed, will be provi-
– Emergency winching service. ded to you:
– Trip interruption benefits. Towing
When calling 1-800-411-6688 please be pre- If your vehicle becomes disabled due to a me-
pared to provide your 17 digit Vehicle Identifica- chanical breakdown, complimentary towing will
tion Number (VIN). Your VIN number can be be provided to your preferred Volkswagen dealer
found in numerous locations including your reg- within 50 kilometres or the nearest Volkswagen
istration, insurance slip or in the right lower cor- dealer or Volkswagen service center. Please note,
ner of the windshield from the exterior. for security reasons towing service will not be
provided to unattended vehicles — a licensed
Coverage & Eligibility: driver must accompany the vehicle at the time of
All new 2021 model year Volkswagen passenger service.
vehicles sold in Canada are eligible for Roadside Battery Jump Start
coverage for four years or 80,000 kilometres, be-
A service operator will be dispatched to provide a
ginning at the date of delivery, or warranty start
date, whichever occurs first. Certified pre-owned jump start. If your vehicle cannot be driven safe-
vehicles are provided with an additional coverage ly, towing services will be provided.
beginning at the expiration of the original cover- Flat Tire Change
age or sale date of the certified pre-owned vehi- If your vehicle has a flat tire, a service operator
cle, whichever is greater. will attempt to remove it and install a spare tire.
If you don't have a properly inflated spare tire or
Obtaining Service
if the spare is not safely operable, towing service
To obtain any of the services and/or benefits lis- will be provided. The mounting or dismounting of
ted in this manual, just call toll free to reach a special traction devices including chains, as well
qualified customer service professional to assist as repairing a flat tire, is not covered under this
you: 1-800-411-6688. program.
Information required in order to provide Emergency Gasoline Service
service: If you happen to run out of fuel (gasoline), an
To help serve you better, please have the follow- emergency supply of gasoline will be delivered to
ing information ready before you call. get you on your way. Both the delivery service
– Your vehicle identification number (VIN) loca- and the emergency supply of gasoline are com-
ted on your registration, insurance, or outside plimentary.
windshield on the driver's side. Lock-Out Service
– Year, model, color, and license plate number of If your keys are locked inside your vehicle, 24-
the vehicle. Hour Roadside Assistance will attempt to assist
– The telephone number from which you are in getting you back on the road.
calling or a telephone number where you can Note: If you have lost your keys, contact your
be reached. Volkswagen dealer for further assistance.
– Exact location of your vehicle (street address,
At your request, a service operator may be dis-
and nearest intersection).
patched in an attempt to gain entry into your ve-
– Type of service required and a brief description hicle, to retrieve your keys. However, you are
of the problem. solely responsible for any loss or damage 

20 Canada Warranty and Maintenance


resulting from this entry attempt. If access into – Your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN),
your vehicle is unsuccessful, it will be towed to name and address;
the nearest Volkswagen dealer to gain entry. The – Description of circumstances which led you to
costs for parts and/or labor to produce replace- make your own arrangements, including date
ment keys are not included in this service. and time of your call to our 24-Hour Roadside
To provide added security for the vehicle owner, Assistance center.
registration papers and personal photo identifi- Mail to:
cation will be requested at the scene.
Volkswagen Canada
Extrication/Winch Service
24-Hour Roadside Assistance
24-Hour Roadside Assistance will cover the cost 777 Bayly Street West
of extricating your vehicle from any ditch, mud, Ajax, Ontario, L1S 7G7
sand, or snow, provided it has become disabled
Please allow 4-6 weeks for processing of your re-
in an area immediately adjacent to a regularly
imbursement.
traveled road which can be serviced with stand-
ard automobile servicing equipment. Disablement coverage is limited to:
Arranging Your Own Assistance Towing your Volkswagen model (one tow per dis-
ablement) for a mechanical breakdown to the
It is crucial that you call 24-Hour Roadside Assis-
nearest Volkswagen dealer or Volkswagen service
tance at 1-800-411-6688 for all assistance.
facility.
However, in the event service cannot be dis-
patched to your location, you will be authorized Road service (labor performed at disablement
to call the service provider of your choice; and site), which includes: changing flat tire with
you will be reimbursed for your out-of-pocket spare, battery jump, lock-out service, delivery of
expenses for the above covered services, up to a gasoline, and extrication/winching.
maximum of $100 for each disablement (includ- Service call (delivery of gasoline).
ing all taxes and surcharges).
(Note: Always refer to your vehicle's Owner's What Your Coverage Does Not Include
Manual for proper towing instructions and re- Towing a vehicle from an authorized dealer/
quirements). facility capable of providing the necessary repairs
during the facility's normal hours of operation.
Steps To Arrange Your Own Assistance:
More than one service call per disablement.
In the event that you hear an emergency mes-
sage inviting you to arrange your own towing Delivery of a battery or the cleaning of the bat-
when contacting our 24-Hour Roadside Assis- tery cables.
tance, please record the date and time of your The cost of any parts, labor (other than the
call and follow the following steps. “Roadside Assistance Services” outlined earlier),
Arrange your own local roadside or towing assis- supplies, or materials.
tance. (Note: Always refer to your vehicle's Own- Service to unattended vehicles. (A licensed driver
er's Manual for proper towing instructions and must be present when service is being provided.)
requirements).
Fines or impound towing charges due to a viola-
Pay the local service operator (or in some cases, tion of local laws.
the local service facility) for services rendered
and obtain an itemized receipt featuring the Towing by other than a licensed service operator
amount paid, the date, and the name of the serv- including private citizen's assistance.
ice provider. Services outside Canada except as specifically
Submit the original receipt(s) containing a de- provided elsewhere (e.g., services while travelling
scription of services provided and your pre-serv- in the United States).
ice authorization number, within 30 days of disa- Shoveling snow to free or access a snowbound
blement. Also include:
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vehicle.
Repairing/replacing a flat tire which involves the
installation of snow tires, tire chains, etc. 

24-Hour Roadside Assistance 21


Transporting you to your disabled vehicle or to The following items will be required:
your home after the service has been rendered,
– Date of roadside assistance service.
or transporting your vehicle back to you follow-
ing repairs. – Entire VIN and vehicle mileage.
Service to any vehicle willfully driven into non- – Repair order from dealer confirming warranty
regularly traveled areas such as open fields, con- coverage.
struction sites, beaches, mud-filled driveways / – Itemized original receipts, for food, lodging
laneways / concession roads, vacant lots, or any and alternate transportation.
other area that is inaccessible or hazardous for – Volkswagen Roadside Assistance case number.
the service operator's vehicle to reach.
Submit the above within 30 days of the disable-
Towing and road services applicable to vandal- ment to:
ism, fire, etc. as police assistance may be re-
quired. Volkswagen Canada
24-Hour Roadside Assistance
Replacement keys. 777 Bayly Street West
Any emergency roadside service deemed unsafe Ajax, Ontario, L1S 7G7
by the service provider as a result of personal
Please allow 4-6 weeks for processing of your re-
modifications performed to the vehicle that do
imbursement. 
not meet original factory specifications as deter-
mined by Volkswagen.

Other Services and Benefits General Information


Trip Interruption Benefits and Information:
If your registered Volkswagen model (owned or Limitations of Liability:
leased) is disabled because of a mechanical Volkswagen 24-Hour Roadside Assistance strives
breakdown over 160 kilometres from your resi- to provide the finest in roadside assistance serv-
dence address, and the repair is covered under ices through a comprehensive network of inde-
your New Vehicle Limited Warranty, you may be pendent service operators. However, since these
reimbursed for trip interruption expenses if your operators are independent business people,
vehicle cannot be made safely operable the same Volkswagen 24-Hour Roadside Assistance cannot
day. Your coverage includes reimbursement for: assume any liability for any loss or damage re-
sulting from the rendering of such service. All
– Lodging up to $100 per day. claims inquiries must be submitted within 30
– Meals up to $100 per day. days.
– Alternate transportation up to $100 per day.
Cancellation of Coverage:
Trip interruption coverage is limited to reasona- Volkswagen and/or Volkswagen 24-Hour Road-
ble expenses up to a maximum of $300.00 per side Assistance may cancel coverage on any
disablement/incident, including all taxes and sur- Volkswagen vehicle at any time by written no-
charges. This service is designed to assist you tice. There is no refund available to you in the
with some of the unplanned expenses you may event of cancellation.
incur while waiting for your vehicle to be re-
paired. Please note, pre-authorization for trip in- Currency:
terruption reimbursement consideration by All amounts referred to herein will be paid in
Volkswagen 24-Hour Roadside Assistance is re- Canadian funds. Any expenses accepted for reim-
quired. Please contact the 24-Hour Roadside As- bursement with U.S. currency will be converted
sistance Center to obtain a Volkswagen Roadside using the exchange rate on the date of the disa-
Assistance case number. blement.
Trip Interruption Reimbursement Instructions: Changes in Coverage:
Contact the Roadside Assistance Center The services, policies, and procedures described
(1-800-411-6688) and obtain a Volkswagen in this booklet are subject to change without no-
Roadside Assistance case number, within 24 tice. 
hours of disablement.

22 Canada Warranty and Maintenance


For all other Volkswagen inquiries please call 1 (800) 822-8987 
Volkswagen Customer Relations Center toll free
at:
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Customer Relations Center

Customer First

Fig. 1 Customer first. 

24 Canada Warranty and Maintenance


Dealer assistance Please note that as part of our continuing effort
to maintain the highest quality of service to our
If you have questions about the service you have customers, supervisors will occasionally monitor
received, we suggest that you first discuss them the quality of telephone calls between our cus-
with the service personnel at your Volkswagen tomers and Representatives. We hope you un-
dealer. You may want to speak to the Service derstand our interest in providing the best possi-
Manager or directly to the owner of the dealer. ble service. 

It is their business to be concerned about your


satisfaction and goodwill. Since they are closest
to the situation, they are in the best position to
quickly resolve any concerns you may have. 

When to notify the manufacturer


Your satisfaction with our product is very impor-
tant to us, and we would like to make certain
that we have had the opportunity to work with
you and your dealer to resolve your concerns.
If your concerns are not resolved to your satis-
faction by the dealer, please contact us.
You can contact us using our internet address:
http://www.vw.ca
Simply click on “Contact VW”
Or by calling our toll-free number
Tel.: 1 (800) 822-8987
If you prefer to write, please use the following
address:
Volkswagen Customer Relations Center
777 Bayly Street, West
Ajax, Ontario, L1S 7G7
When you email, call or write us, please provide
the following information:
– Your name, address and telephone number.
– Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
– Vehicle type and kilometres.
– Dealer name.
– Nature of your concern.
– Copies of repair orders (retain originals for
your records), current diagnosis by an Volks-
wagen dealer and pertinent documents.
A Customer Relations Specialist will carefully re-
view all facts relating to your request for assis-
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tance. After this review is completed, the Cus-


tomer Relations Specialist will inform you of any
assistance that we may be able to provide.

24-Hour Roadside Assistance 25


Service Publications Change of Address
Volkswagen Technical
Literature Ordering Center In case we need to contact you
The Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1971
requires manufacturers to be in a position to
Updated service information you
contact vehicle owners if a correction of a prod-
can obtain uct defect becomes necessary.

Volkswagen monitors product performance in If you change your address or buy a used Volks-
the field and regularly sends dealers the latest wagen, please complete one of the postcards in
service information about Volkswagen vehicles. the middle of this booklet and mail to Volkswa-
Now you too, can obtain the latest service infor- gen Group Canada Inc.
mation. Your Volkswagen dealer or a qualified Quote the complete Vehicle Identification Num-
technician may have to determine if a specific ber (VIN) of your Volkswagen. Do not use an ab-
item of service information applies to your vehi- breviated number.
cle. You can order Volkswagen Owner's Literature
Locations of the Vehicle Identification Number
24 hours / 7 days a week on the internet from
(VIN) are illustrated and explained in the Owner's
the Volkswagen Technical Literature Ordering
Manual. Additional postcards can be obtained
Center link at:
from any Volkswagen dealer. 
literature.vw.com
or by calling our toll-free number
Tel.: Tel.: 1 (800) 544-8021 

What you will also find on the


website
– Owner's Manuals
– Owner's Manuals Inserts and Supplements
– Warranty and Maintenance Manuals
– Sound System and Navigation Manuals 

26 Canada Warranty and Maintenance


Maintenance

Limited Warranty voucher


Present this voucher to an authorized dealer if
warranty service is required.

The limited warranty period begins on the date the ve-


hicle is purchased to either the original purchaser of
the original lessee: or if the vehicle is first placed in
service as a “demonstrator” or “company” car, on the
date such vehicle is first placed in service.

Month Day Year

Stamp of Volkswagen Dealer


(to be filled in by Volkswagen Dealer)

1.

2.

3.

4.

Vehicle Identification Label


1. Vehicle Identification No. / Engine Code
2. Type / Engine / Transmission
3. Transmission Code / Paint No. / Interior / Engine / Engine Code
4. Optional Equipment 
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Odometer replacement and other dealer stamps

Federal law requires that a label be affixed


to the left door frame when the replacement odometer
does not indicate the actual vehicle kilometres
after repair or replacement.

Genuine Volkswagen replacement odometers are supplied with a label

Odometer Replacement

Month Day Year


(to be filled in by Volkswagen Dealer)

Stamp of Volkswagen Dealer


At kilometres 

28 Canada Warranty and Maintenance


Service information Your technician will not check the above men-
tioned items in each case during regular service
Dealer service and maintenance visits.
There are approximately 142 Volkswagen dealers Emission control maintenance
in Canada. They have Volkswagen trained techni-
1 A clean environment is of concern to all of
cians, proper workshop equipment and parts to
us. Volkswagen has built into your vehicle
give you expert service.
an efficient emission control system, using
Volkswagen dealers are committed to quality Genuine Volkswagen parts, in conformance
service. with the Canadian Emission Standards. To
help keep our air clean, you can do your
– Your Volkswagen dealer offers many services
part by having your vehicle's maintenance
for your convenience, such as extended service
services and all repairs performed in a
hours, early bird service, body repairs, to name
timely manner.
just a few. Ask about them.
2 Maintenance, repair or replacement of
– Arrange your service with your dealer when it
emission control components may be per-
is convenient for you.
formed by any qualified automotive serv-
– Ask your Service Advisor about the service you ice and repair establishment or individual
need and discuss the cost involved. without affecting the Emission Control
– Leave word where you can be reached during System Warranty, provided that such re-
the day and when you would like to pick your pairs are performed to manufacturers
car up. specifications, and that replacement parts
– Keep all receipts of maintenance and repairs are at least equivalent to Genuine Volks-
performed. Your service record is important wagen parts in emission performance and
when making use of your warranty. durability. Warranty repairs and replace-
ments, however, must be performed by a
– Maintenance services performed by your au-
Volkswagen dealer.
thorized dealer at the intervals specified, will
3 If other than Genuine Volkswagen replace-
also be documented in this booklet.
ment parts are used, the owner should
– Automobile technology changes continuously. make sure that such parts are warranted
Your Volkswagen dealer always has the most by their manufacturer and that they are at
current Service and Maintenance information least equivalent to Genuine Volkswagen
for your Volkswagen model. It is possible that replacement parts in emission perform-
this information may differ from the check ance and durability.
points listed in this booklet. Your Volkswagen
Service Advisor can answer any questions you Why maintenance?
may have. With proper maintenance and care, your Volks-
wagen model will continue to provide you with a
Do-it-yourself service
dependable and safe driving experience. This
Your Owner‘s Manual contains many helpful hints booklet contains Volkswagen's prescribed service
on what you can service yourself. intervals as well as other important information
– You can check tires for wear or damage and you need to know to care for your Volkswagen
correct tire pressure, including the spare. model properly. Adherence to the prescribed
maintenance services and intervals is necessary
– You can check the windshield washer contain-
to protect your investment and help ensure opti-
er.
mum performance. Failure to follow recommen-
– You can check your car‘s interior and exterior ded maintenance services and intervals may re-
lighting system for correct functioning. sult in a denial of your warranty coverage. Please
– You can check the engine oil level with every see the warranty section of this booklet for fur-
fuel filling. ther details.
– You can perform these simple checks once a Your vehicle is designed to keep maintenance re-
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week. They save time, trouble and expense lat- quirements to a minimum. 
er.

Maintenance 29
Today's vehicles are precision engineered ma- The service intervals schedule is based on vehi-
chines. They are designed with people's safety in cles operating under normal conditions. In the
mind, and are equipped with emission control case of severe conditions, such as extremely low
systems to help keep our air clean. However, a temperatures and/or excessive dust, it is neces-
certain amount of regular maintenance is still sary for some services to be performed between
necessary to assure optimum performance and the scheduled intervals. This applies particularly
reliability. A well-maintained vehicle conserves to engine oil changes and the cleaning or replac-
fuel, protects against unwanted emissions, and ing of the air cleaner filter element.
may prevent a major repair expense at a later Volkswagen dealers are ready to serve you and
date. are committed to quality service.
Follow the service intervals schedule and itemiz- Volkswagen recommends .
ed list of services for each, and make fluid level
and tire pressure checks between the scheduled Volkswagen recommends LongLife engine oil
intervals as recommended in your vehicle Own- from Volkswagen Genuine Parts ®. 
er's Manual.

Service schedule

Delivery inspection
– Your Volkswagen dealer will fill out the neces- this information may differ from the check
sary information and stamp this booklet to points listed in this booklet. Your Volkswagen
confirm that the necessary services have been Service Advisor can answer any questions you
performed. may have.
– Automobile technology changes continuously. – If you are not sure when to bring your car in
Your Volkswagen dealer always has the most for service, ask your authorized Volkswagen
current Service and Maintenance information Service Advisor.
for your Volkswagen model. It is possible that

Delivery Inspection
Before your vehicle is delivered to you, it is inspected according to factory guidelines.

The Delivery Inspection was performed on:


Next Service:
Date:........................
Kms.:...................

(whichever occurs first) Today's date and Volkswagen Dealer stamp 

30 Canada Warranty and Maintenance


Service Intervals Service intervals in kilometresa)
135,000 kilometres or Minor Maintenance
If you are not sure when you should bring your one year after last
Volkswagen in for service or which services service, whichever oc-
are to be performed on your vehicle, ask your curs first
authorized Volkswagen Service consultant. 150.000 kilometres or Standard Maintenance
Service intervals in kilometresa) one year after last Including Minor Main-
15,000 kilometres or Minor Maintenance service, whichever oc- tenance items
one year from vehicle curs first
in-service date, which- 165,000 kilometres or Minor Maintenance
ever occurs first one year after last
30,000 kilometres or Standard Maintenance service, whichever oc-
one year after last Including Minor Main- curs first
service, whichever oc- tenance items 180,000 kilometres or Standard Maintenance
curs first one year after last and Extended Mainte-
45,000 kilometres or Minor Maintenance service, whichever oc- nance items
one year after last curs first
service, whichever oc- 195,000 kilometres or Minor Maintenance
curs first one year after last
60,000 kilometres or Standard Maintenance service, whichever oc-
one year after last and Extended Mainte- curs first
service, whichever oc- nance items 210,000 kilometres or Standard Maintenance
curs first one year after last Including Minor Main-
75,000 kilometres or Minor Maintenance service, whichever oc- tenance items
one year after last curs first
service, whichever oc- 225,000 kilometres or Minor Maintenance
curs first one year after last
90,000 kilometres or Standard Maintenance service, whichever oc-
one year after last Including Minor Main- curs firstb)
service, whichever oc- tenance items a) The maintenance service schedule of your Volkswagen vehicle
curs first is comprised of all listed Service intervals and items: Time-de-
pendent maintenance items, Minor Maintenance, Standard
105,000 kilometres or Minor Maintenance Maintenance, Extended Maintenance Service, and Additional
one year after last Maintenance Items.
service, whichever oc- b) For questions concerning the maintenance of your Volkswa-
gen vehicle, or for clarification on factory scheduled mainte-
curs first nance beyond the 225,000 km service, please contact an au-
120,000 kilometres or Standard Maintenance thorized Volkswagen Service consultant.

one year after last and Extended Mainte-
service, whichever oc- nance items
curs first

Time-dependent maintenance items

Service Interval by time (and mileage where ap- Maintenance Item


plicable)
2 years after registration and then every 2 years, Brake Fluid: Change
regardless of kilometres driven
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Every 3 years: regardless of kilometres driven AWD clutch: Change fluid (if equipped)
Front axle differential lock: Change fluid (if equip-
ped) 

Maintenance 31
Minor Maintenance Service – Test drive: Check braking, kickdown, steering,
electrical, heating/ventilation systems, air con-
Service at 15,000 kilometres or one year from ditioning, handling, and parking brake
vehicle in-service date, whichever occurs first. – Tire pressure: Check.
– Brake pads (front and rear): Check thickness – Tire pressure monitoring system: Calibrate to
and brake disc condition. Look for contact pat- correct tire pressure settings
tern and corrosion of brake discs – Tire repair kit: Check for damage and prior use
– Engine: Change oil and replace filter – Tires: Check condition and wear pattern. Re-
– Service interval display: Reset cord tread depth
– Tires: Rotate  – Tires: Rotate
– Windshield wiper/washer system: Check for
damage, function and adjust spray nozzle if
necessary, fluid level, and freeze protection.
Standard Maintenance Service – Wiper Blades - Bring into service position,
(includes all Minor Maintenance check for damage, and check park position 
items)
Service at 30,000 kilometres or one year after
last service, whichever occurs first. Extended Maintenance Service
– Battery: Check with battery tester (and auxili- Perform Standard Maintenance items
ary battery if equipped)
Service at 60,000 kilometres or one year after
– Brake fluid: Check level last service, whichever occurs first.
– Brake pads (front and rear): Check thickness
– Body interior and exterior: Check for corrosion
and brake disc condition. Look for contact pat-
tern and corrosion of brake discs – Coil springs and rubber buffer: Inspect for
damage
– Brake system and shock absorbers: Inspect for
leaks and damage – Exhaust system: Check for leaks, damage, and
secure fittings
– Cooling system: Check level and freeze protec-
tion – Interior Lighting: Check function of overhead
lights, glove box lights, power outlets, luggage
– Engine: Change oil and replace filter
compartment, and all warning lights
– Engine and engine compartment components
– Ribbed belt: Check condition
(from above) : Check for leaks and damage
– Sunroof: Check function and clean then lubri-
– Engine and engine compartment components
cate guide rails with VW approved lubricant (if
(from below) : Check related components in-
equipped)
cluding transmission, final drive, and drive axle
boots for leaks and damages – Suspension and Steering: Check ball joints,
wheel bearings, drive axles, coupling rods, tie
– Exterior Lighting - Check function of front and
rod ends, and stabilizer bar rubber bushings for
rear lights, headlights (adjust if necessary), au-
damage and excessive play
tomatic headlights (if equipped) turn signals,
cornering lights, and hazard warning lights – Underbody: Check underbody protection, un-
derbody trim panels, wire routing, and plugs
– Headlight washing system: Check function (if
for damage
equipped)
– Windshield: Check for damage 
– Horn: Check function
– Removable Trailer Hitch - Check function and
inspect for damage (Only Tiguan and Atlas if
equipped)
– Service Interval Display: Reset

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Additional Maintenance Items Perform at every 90,000 kilometres or 6 years,
whichever occurs first:
Perform at every 30,000 kilometres or 2 years, – Air filter element: Replace element. Clean
whichever occurs first: screen and housing
– Sunroof drains (front and rear): Check for Perform at every 120,000 kilometres
blockage, clean if necessary
– Transmission, 7-Speed DSG Automatic Trans-
Perform at every 60,000 kilometres or 2 years, mission: Change fluid (Only Jetta GLI, Golf GTI,
whichever occurs first: and Golf R)
– Dust and pollen filter: Replace Perform at every 120,000 kilometres or 6 years,
– Snow Screen for Fresh Air Blower - Replace whichever occurs first
(Passat only)
– Spark plugs: Replace (Only Atlas, Atlas Cross
Perform at every 60,000 kilometres or every 4 Sport, Golf 1.4L, GTI, Jetta 1.4L, Jetta GLI, Ti-
years whichever occurs first: guan) 
– Spark plugs: Replace (Arteon, Passat and Golf
R only)

Record of maintenance services

Service record
The Volkswagen Dealer stamp in the boxes below is your record of each maintenance service
performed.
15,000 km maintenance service 30,000 km maintenance service 45,000 km maintenance service
performed by: performed by: performed by:
Volkswagen Dealer Stamp: Volkswagen Dealer Stamp: Volkswagen Dealer Stamp:

Date: Date: Date:

kilometres: kilometres: kilometres:

60,000 km maintenance service 75,000 km maintenance service 90,000 km maintenance service


performed by: performed by: performed by:
Volkswagen Dealer Stamp: Volkswagen Dealer Stamp: Volkswagen Dealer Stamp:

Date: Date: Date:


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105,000 km maintenance serv- 120,000 km maintenance serv- 135,000 km maintenance serv-
ice performed by: ice performed by: ice performed by:
Volkswagen Dealer Stamp: Volkswagen Dealer Stamp: Volkswagen Dealer Stamp:

Date: Date: Date:

kilometres: kilometres: kilometres:

150,000 km maintenance serv- 165,000 km maintenance serv- 180,000 km maintenance serv-


ice performed by: ice performed by: ice performed by:
Volkswagen Dealer Stamp: Volkswagen Dealer Stamp: Volkswagen Dealer Stamp:

Date: Date: Date:

kilometres: kilometres: kilometres:

195,000 km maintenance serv- 210,000 km maintenance serv- 225,000 km maintenance serv-


ice performed by: ice performed by: ice performed by:
Volkswagen Dealer Stamp: Volkswagen Dealer Stamp: Volkswagen Dealer Stamp:

Date: Date: Date:

kilometres: kilometres: kilometres:


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Brake fluid replacement
– The brake fluid must be replaced 2 years after
registration and then every 2 years thereafter
regardless of kilometres driven

Brake fluid replacement record


Today's Date: Today's Date: Today's Date:
Volkswagen Dealer Stamp: Volkswagen Dealer Stamp: Volkswagen Dealer Stamp:

Next Brake Fluid Replacement Next Brake Fluid Replacement Next Brake Fluid Replacement
(Date) : (Date) : (Date) :

kilometres (kilometres): kilometres (kilometres): kilometres (kilometres):

Today's Date: Today's Date: Today's Date:


Volkswagen Dealer Stamp: Volkswagen Dealer Stamp: Volkswagen Dealer Stamp:

Next Brake Fluid Replacement Next Brake Fluid Replacement Next Brake Fluid Replacement
(Date) : (Date) : (Date) :

kilometres (kilometres): kilometres (kilometres): kilometres (kilometres):

Today's Date: Today's Date: Today's Date:


Volkswagen Dealer Stamp: Volkswagen Dealer Stamp: Volkswagen Dealer Stamp:

Next Brake Fluid Replacement Next Brake Fluid Replacement Next Brake Fluid Replacement
(Date) : (Date) : (Date) :

kilometres (kilometres): kilometres (kilometres): kilometres (kilometres):



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Airbag Replacement Airbag Replacement
The airbag system can be deployed only once. The airbag system can be deployed only once.
After an airbag has inflated it must be replaced. After an airbag has inflated it must be replaced.
The proper replacement of airbags will be en- The proper replacement of airbags will be en-
tered into the record by your Volkswagen Dealer. tered into the record by your Volkswagen Dealer.

Front Airbag Front Airbag

 left  right  left  right


Side Airbag Side Airbag
left right left right

 front  front  front  front

 rear  rear  rear  rear


SIDEGUARD SIDEGUARD

 left  right  left  right


Knee Airbag (where applicable) Knee Airbag (where applicable)

 left  right  left  right

Volkswagen Dealer Stamp Volkswagen Dealer Stamp

Module replaced: Module replaced:

Date: Date:

Next replacement: Next replacement:

Date: Date:

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