Fuel Types - Volkswagen PASSAT 2013 Manual

Fuel
Introduction
In this section you'll find information about:

Fuel types

Gasoline additives
Diesel fuel
Fuel consumption information
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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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
vehicle 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:
Warranty and Maintenance
⇒ B ooklet
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 refueling.
Never get back into your vehicle while refueling. If in exceptional 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.
Applicable only in Mexico, the AGCC, and South Korea
Fuel types
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
The fuel grade to be refueled is dependent on the vehicle's engine. The recommended fuel grade for
your engine can be found on a sticker located on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
Volkswagen recommends always refueling with sulfur-free or low-sulfur fuel to achieve lower fuel
consumption and prevent engine damage.
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