Fuel system VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT CC 2015 1.G Owner's Manual

WARNING
Driving with too little fuel in the fuel tank increases the risk of
stalling, especially when driving up and down hills.
If your vehicle stalls suddenly, this can cause an accident
and serious personal injuries.
Driver assistance and braking assistance systems can mal-
function when there is too little fuel in the tank and cause you
to lose control of the vehicle.
Never drive until the fuel tank is almost empty.
Hill Hold

In order to: You must ⇒ fig. 151 Result:
Resume speed
stored in cruise
control.
Pull the lever briefly to
the 2%35-% position (1).
Cruise control resumes
speed previously set.
If there is not a previously
stored speed, the cruise
control system stores and
maintains the current
speed.
If the cruise control is al-
ready regulating vehicle
speed, the stored speed
is increased by 1 mph
(1 km/h) each time the
lever is pulled.
Increase set
speed (while
cruise control is
actively control-
ling vehicle
speed).
Push the lever briefly
to the 30%%$ + posi-
tion (+) to increase the
set speed in incre-
ments of 5 mph
(10 km/h) and store.
The vehicle will accelerate
until the new higher speed
is reached and saves the
new higher speed in the
memory.
Push and hold the
lever in the 30%%$ +
position (+) to in-
crease the set speed
continuously until the
higher desired speed
is reached and the
lever is released.
Reduce set
speed (while
cruise control is
actively control-
ling vehicle
speed).
Push the lever briefly
to the 30%%$ – posi-
tion (–) to reduce the
set speed continuous-
ly in increments of
5 mph (10 km/h) and
store.
Cruise control will slow
the vehicle down without
braking by reducing the
flow of fuel to the engine
until the new lower speed
is reached and saves the
new lower speed in the

WARNING
Even if empty, portable fuel containers can leak and cause a
fire and serious personal injuries, especially in a crash.
For your safety, we strongly recommend that you do not
travel with a portable fuel container in your vehicle.
If, under exceptional circumstances, you must transport a
portable fuel container, please observe the following:
– Never fill a portable fuel container while it is anywhere in or
on the vehicle (for example, in the luggage compartment or
on top of the luggage compartment lid). Static electricity can
build up while filling and can ignite fuel vapors, causing a
fire.
– Always place a portable fuel container on the ground be-
fore filling. Never spill fuel inside the vehicle or luggage
compartment. Fuel vapors are highly flammable.
– Always keep the filler nozzle completely inside the portable
container before and during filling.
– If filling a portable container made of metal, the filler nozzle
must always be in contact with the container. This will help
prevent static electricity from discharging and causing a fire.
– Always observe local and state or provincial laws about the
use, storage, and transportation of portable fuel containers.
– Make certain that the portable fuel container meets indus-
try standards, such as ANSI/ASTM F852-86.
NOTICE
Remove fuel spills from the vehicle immediately to help pre-
vent damage to the paint, tires, and wheel housings.
Refueling with gasoline when your vehicle has a diesel engine
or refueling with diesel fuel when your vehicle has a gasoline
engine can cause very serious and expensive engine and fuel
system damage that is not covered by any Volkswagen Limited
Warranty.
If you put any amount of incorrect fuel in the fuel tank, do not
start the engine under any circumstances. Immediately contact
the nearest authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized
Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance. These fuels contain

substances that can severely damage the fuel system and the
engine if the engine is started.
Fuels can pollute the environment. Spilled fuel must be collected
and disposed of properly, following all applicable environmental regu-
lations.
There is no emergency release for the fuel filler flap. Contact an
authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service
Facility for assistance.
Indicator lights and fuel gauge

Fig. 160 In the instrument cluster: Fuel gauge.

Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty. The irregu-
lar fuel supply can cause the engine to misfire. This allows un-
burned fuel to get into the exhaust system and damage the cata-
lytic converter.
The small arrow next to the gas pump symbol in the fuel gauge
⇒ fig. 160 shows the side of the vehicle with the fuel filler flap.
Refueling

Fig. 161 In driver door: Release switch for fuel filler flap.

Fig. 162 Fuel cap placed on the open fuel filler flap.

WARNING
Starting fluids can explode and cause a run-away vehicle condi-
tion.
Never use starting assist fluids.
NOTICE
Never use fuel with an octane rating lower than 87 AKI /
91 RON. Using lower octane fuel may cause expensive engine
damage.
Never use leaded gasoline! Leaded gasoline will severely
damage your vehicle's catalytic converter.
Methanol-blended fuels that do not meet the criteria listed
above may cause corrosion and may damage plastic and rubber
parts in the fuel system.
Never use fuels that contain lead or other metals (check listing
on the fuel pump). Even lead replacement gasoline (LRP fuels)
contain metallic additives in high concentrations. They can
damage the engine.
Do not use fuels that fail to meet the criteria above, or with
contents that cannot be identified.
If you cannot tell whether a particular fuel blend meets the cri-
teria above, ask your service station or its fuel supplier. If you
notice a loss of fuel economy or drivability and performance
problems using one of these fuel blends, we recommend that
you switch to unblended fuel.
Using fuels that are different from those specified above can
damage your vehicle's engine and fuel system and cause per-
formance problems.
Damage to the engine and fuel system and performance prob-
lems caused by using fuels that are different from those speci-
fied above or by using “starting assist fluids” are not the re-
sponsibility of Volkswagen and are not covered under the Emis-
sion warranties or any other Volkswagen Limited Warranty.
Even a single tank full of leaded fuel can do major damage to the
catalytic converter and degrade its effectiveness in reducing polluting
emissions.

WARNING
Operating fluids and some materials in the engine compartment
can catch fire easily, causing burns and other serious personal
injuries!
Never smoke near the engine compartment.
Never work next to open flames or sparks.
Never pour or spill operating fluids or other flammable liq-
uids on the engine. These fluids can ignite on hot engine parts
and cause injuries.
If work on the fuel system or the electrical system is neces-
sary:
– Always disconnect the 12 Volt vehicle battery. Make sure
the vehicle is unlocked when you disconnect the battery, or
the alarm will go off. Never touch the electrical wiring of the
ignition system.
– Never work near heaters, water heaters, or other open
flames.
Always have a functional, approved fire extinguisher nearby.
NOTICE
When changing or topping off fluids, make sure that you pour
the fluids into the correct reservoirs. Adding the wrong type of
operating fluids will cause serious malfunctions and engine
damage.
Fluid leaks and spills are harmful to the environment. Regularly
check the ground underneath your vehicle for this reason. If you find
spots of oil or other fluids, have your vehicle checked by your author-
ized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Dispose of leaked operating fluids properly.
Display

WARNING
Vehicle care products can be dangerous. Improper use can
cause accidents, burns, poisoning, or other serious personal
injuries.
Always store vehicle care products only in original contain-
ers that are securely closed.
Always read and heed all the instructions and all WARNINGS
on the package.
To reduce the risk of poisoning, never use empty food or
beverage containers that might mislead someone into drinking
from them.
Always keep vehicle care products out of the reach of chil-
dren.
Always use such products outdoors or in well-ventilated are-
as, because harmful vapors may be released when these prod-
ucts are used.
Never use fuel, turpentine, engine oil, nail polish remover or
other volatile fluids for vehicle care. They are poisonous and
highly flammable.
WARNING
Improper care and cleaning of vehicle components can impact
the safety features of the vehicle and cause severe injuries.
Always clean and maintain vehicle components according to
manufacturer's instructions.
Only use approved or recommended cleaners.
NOTICE
Vehicle care products containing solvents can damage plastics
and other vehicle the materials.
Wash the vehicle only at specifically designated wash locations
to help prevent water contaminated with oil, grease and fuel from en-
tering the storm drain sewer system. In some areas it is against the
law to wash motor vehicles anywhere than other than at specified
designated car washing locations.

Government regulations in the United States and Canada require that
automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards.
Therefore, vehicles built for the U.S. and Canada differ from vehicles
sold in other countries.
If you plan to take your vehicle outside the continental limits of the
United States or Canada, there is the possibility that:
Unleaded fuels for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be
available.
Fuel may have a considerably lower octane rating and may cause
engine damage.
Service may be inadequate due to lack of proper service facilities,
tools or testing equipment.
Replacement parts may not be readily available.
DVD navigation systems for vehicles built for the United States and
Canada will not necessarily work in Europe, and may not work in oth-
er countries outside of North America.
NOTICE
Volkswagen is not responsible for mechanical damage that may
result from substandard fuel or service or the unavailability of
Genuine Volkswagen parts.
Volkswagen is not responsible if the vehicle does not meet the
respective legal requirements in other countries and continents.
Radio antenna and reception

Practical tips
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 help-
ful 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 un-
locked using ve-
hicle key.
– Battery in the re-
mote 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, elec-
tronic steering col-
umn lock.
Check the “Noises” entry
in the index.
Odd driving
behavior.
Assistance systems
activated.
Check the “Assistance
systems” entry in the in-
dex.