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Are any technical modifications required for driving the vehicle abroad, e.g. masking the 
headlights?
Are the necessary tools, diagnostic equipment and spare parts available for service and 
repair work?
Are there any Volkswagen dealerships in the destination country?
For petrol engines: is unleaded petrol with the correct octane number available?
And for gas engines: is compressed natural gas (CNGyf  D Y D L O D E O H  ) X H O ?
Are the correct engine oil (Engine oilyf  D Q G  R W K H U  V H U Y L F H  I O X L G V  W K D W  F R P S O \  Z L W K  9 R O N V Z D J H Q  
specifications available in the destination country?
Will the portable navigation unit Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts 
work with the navigation data available in the destination country?
Are special tyres necessary for travelling in the destination country?
Checklist
In some countries, special safety standards and emissions-related legislation apply that may 
differ from the construction of the vehicle. Volkswagen recommends that you visit your 
Volkswagen dealership before travelling abroad to find out about any legal requirements and 
the following issues at your destination:
Driving through water on roads
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Please follow these rules to help prevent damage to your vehicle when driving through water, for 
example if the road is flooded:
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