Volkswagen Tiguan Owners Manual: Catalytic Converter
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The catalytic converter provides exhaust gas after-treatment to help reduce pollutants in the exhaust gas. To help ensure long service life of the exhaust system and gasoline engine catalytic converter:
- Only use unleaded fuel.
- Never completely empty the fuel tank.
- Do not exceed the correct oil level ⇒ Engine oil .
- Do not tow the vehicle to start it, but use a jump-start instead ⇒ Jump-starting .
If you experience misfires, loss of power or the engine is not running smoothly while driving, reduce speed immediately and have the vehicle checked by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Otherwise, gasoline could reach the exhaust system and get into the atmosphere. The catalytic converter could also be damaged by overheating!
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Volkswagen Tiguan Owners Manual > Parts, accessories, repairs and modifications: Break-in period
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Breaking in a new engine
A new engine must be carefully broken in during the first 1000 miles (1600 kilometers).
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Volkswagen Tiguan Owners Manual
Volkswagen Tiguan Service and Repair Manual
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- Wheel and Tire Guide
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- Refrigerant R134a Servicing
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