fuse VOLKSWAGEN EOS 2015 1.G Owners Manual

NOTICE
x Never mix cleaning solutions recommended by Volkswagen with other cleaning agents. If you do, this could cause sediments or other by-products that can clog the windshield washer nozzles.
x When refilling, do not confuse one type of operating liquid with another! Otherwise serious malfunctions and engine damage can occur!

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
If you suspect a malfunction or vehicle damage, read and follow the following advice before contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. You may also find helpful information under “Special considerations” or “Checklist” in the index.

Description Possible causes, among others Possible remedy
Engine does not start.
Vehicle battery dead. – Perform jump-start – Charge vehicle battery
The wrong vehicle key is used. Use a valid vehicle key
Fuel level too low. Refuel
Vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked using vehicle key.
– Battery in the remote control vehicle key is dead. – Too far away from the vehicle (out of range). – Buttons have been pressed too many times.
– Replace the battery in the remote control vehicle key – Move closer to vehicle. – Synchronize vehicle key – Lock or unlock vehicle manually
Unusual noises. Cold engine, braking assist systems, electronic steering column lock.
Check the “Noises” entry in the index.
Odd driving behavior. Assistance systems activated. Check the “Assistance systems” entry in the index.
DSG® Direct Shift Gearbox too hot. Stop vehicle as soon as you can safely do so.
Front seats cannot be adjusted with power controls.
Vehicle battery dead. Charge vehicle battery
Fuse blown. Check fuse and replace if necessary
CSC roof will not move. CSC roof malfunction. Check whether any technical requirement for opening and closing the CSC roof is not met. If necessary contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Features do not work as described in this manual. Settings were adjusted in the Volkswagen Information System.
Check and reset to factory settings if necessary

Description Possible causes, among others Possible remedy
Headlights do not light up the road as they should.
– Headlights incorrectly adjusted. – Light bulbs burned out. – Low beams not switched on.
– Have the headlight range adjusted by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. – Change light bulbs – Switch on low beams
Electrical consumers do not work. Vehicle battery charge too low. Charge vehicle battery
Remaining fuel level too low. Refuel
Fuse blown. Check fuse and replace if necessary
Fuel consumption higher than indicated. – Short hauls. – “Jumpy” accelerator pedal. – Avoid short distance driving. – Drive defensively. – Accelerate smoothly.
Electrical loads switched on. Switch off unnecessary loads.
Engine control malfunction. Have the malfunction corrected
Tire pressure too low. Adjust tire pressure
Driving in the mountains. No direct corrective action possible.
Towing a trailer. – Check use. – Remove if not in use.
Driving with heavy payload. No direct corrective action possible.
Driving at high engine speed. Select a higher gear.

Fuses

Fuses in the vehicle

Fig. 188 On the driver side in the instrument panel: Fuse box cover with plastic tweezers 1 on the inside of the cover.

Fig. 189 In the engine compartment: Fuse box cover.

Color Current strength in amps
Yellow 20
White or clear 25
Green 30
Orange 40

Opening the fuse box in the instrument panel
x Insert a flat object, such as a screwdriver from the vehicle tool kit, into the opening ⇒ fig. 188 (magnified view) and carefully lift off the cover.
x On the inside of the cover there are plastic tweezers (1) for removing and inserting fuses.
x To install, guide the cover from the bottom into the instrument panel and push until you can hear it latch into place.
Opening the fuse box in the engine compartment
x Open the engine hood

Replacing blown fuses

Fig. 190 Illustration of a blown fuse.

Fig. 191 Removing or inserting a fuse using the plastic tweezers 1.

x If necessary, replace the plastic tweezers in the fuse box cover.
x Replace the cover.
NOTICE
If a fuse is replaced with a fuse with higher amperage, then damage can occur at various places in the electrical system.