maintenance VOLKSWAGEN EOS 2015 1.G User Guide

Vehicles with Keyless Access
If the ignition will not start after reconnecting the vehicle battery, lock the vehicle from the outside and
unlock it again ⇒ Unlocking or locking the vehicle with Keyless Access. Then try to start the ignition again. If the ignition cannot be switched on, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer, an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility, or another qualified workshop for assistance.
Automatic electrical load deactivation
If the vehicle battery drain is high, the intelligent onboard electrical system management automatically takes steps to help prevent battery drain.
x The idle speed is increased so that the alternator provides more power.
x The power to devices that consume a lot of electricity is cut back or switched off completely.
x When the engine is started, the power supply to the 12 Volt sockets is temporarily interrupted.
The onboard electrical system management cannot always keep the battery from being drained. For example, the battery will drain if the engine is not running, but the ignition is switched on or the parking lights are left on for a long time when parked.
What drains the vehicle battery?
x Long periods when the engine is not running, especially when the ignition is on.
x Using electrical systems or devices when the engine is switched off.
x Leaving the vehicle unlocked for several days when not in use.
x Operating the CSC roof when the engine is switched off.
x The selector lever is left for a long period of time in any position other than P when the ignition is
switched off ⇒  Starting and stopping the engine.
WARNING
Failure to use the proper battery with proper mounting and connections may cause short circuits, fires, and serious personal injuries.
x Always use only maintenance-free or cycle-free, leak-proof batteries with the same specifications and dimensions as the original equipment battery. Specifications are listed on the battery housing.
WARNING
When the vehicle battery is charged, it produces highly explosive hydrogen gas.
x Charge vehicle batteries only in well-ventilated areas.
x Never charge a frozen or thawed battery. A dead battery can freeze at temperatures around +32 °F (0 °C).
x You must replace the vehicle battery if it was frozen.
x Incorrectly connected cables can cause a short-circuit. First connect the positive cable (+) and then the negative cable (-).
NOTICE
x Never disconnect the vehicle battery or connect 2 vehicle batteries to each other when the ignition is switched on or the engine is running. Doing this may damage the electrical system or electronic components.

Care of the power sunroof seals (A)
x Briefly press the  button in the center console to tilt open the power sunroof ⇒ page 66.
x Press the  button again briefly one more time. The power sunroof is opened.
x Hold down the lever in the center console to start opening the CSC roof, but only until the sunroof moves to the rear as far open as possible to expose the seals. The roof frame must not separate from the top of the windshield frame. The rear window element must not lift up!
x Use a soft, lint-free cloth and a light cleaning solution to remove dust and dirt from the roof seals,
shown in green ⇒ fig. 160 (A).
x If necessary, also remove dust and dirt from the painted sealing surfaces.
x Dry the roof seals thoroughly
x Volkswagen recommends the sparing application of suitable care products ⇒ page 315 to the
rubber seals ⇒ .
Care of the rubber seals around the power windows (B)
x Use a soft, lint-free cloth and lots of water to remove dust and dirt from the window seals, shown in yellow (B).
x Do not use any care products on the (B) seals ⇒ . The care product could wash down on the glass and smudge it!
Care of the rubber seals around the luggage compartment lid and the doors (C)
x Use a soft, lint-free cloth and lots of water to remove dust and dirt from the door and rear lid seals, shown in blue (C).
x If necessary, also remove dust and dirt from the painted sealing surfaces.
x Dry the roof seals thoroughly
x Volkswagen recommends the sparing application of suitable care products to the rubber seals ⇒ 
.
Recommended rubber care product overview

Seal Recommended product
(A) Maintenance set (original accessory) 000.096.331 or special lubricant (liquid)G 052 172 A1
(B) Clean only! Use no care products.
(C) Silicone-free rubber care product or special lubricant (liquid)G 052 172 A1

NOTICE
x Using the wrong care product can damage the seals. Check with an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for information about suitable products.
x Do not use any rubber cleaning or treatment products containing silicone, or any products containing acids, such as industrial dust removers or insect removal products, on the seals around the power sunroof (A).