General Information
WARNING
Risk of injury. Follow all Warnings and Safety Precautions.
Caution
In order to prevent damage to the battery or vehicle, observe battery type descriptions and notes.
Note
For each respective vehicle. Refer to for information regarding the battery.
Batteries, Checking
Battery with Visual Indicator, Checking
WARNING
Risk of injury. Follow all Warnings and Safety Precautions.
Perform Battery Checks in the Following Sequence:
WARNING
Do not check or charge batteries that have a visual indicator that is bright yellow. Jump starting must not be used!
There is a risk of explosion during testing, charging or jump starting.
These batteries must be replaced.
AGM Battery, Checking
Perform Battery Checks in the Following Sequence:
Visual Inspection
WARNING
Risk of injury. Follow all Warnings and Safety Precautions.
Prior to performing any measurements or tests, perform a visual check of the battery condition, battery terminals and secure mounting of battery.
Note
For each vehicle. Refer to for information regarding the battery.
Caution
By Performing Visual Inspection, it can be Determined:
Visual Display in Battery Cover, Checking
3-Color Visual Indicator, Checking
WARNING
Risk of injury. Follow all Warnings and Safety Precautions.
Visual Indicator General Information
Applies to all original equipment batteries with index "1J0" , "7N0" and "3B0" and to all replacement batteries, part number 191 915 105 AB, and beginning with index "000 915 105 AX".The visual indicator shows the electrolyte level and the battery state of charge.
To obtain an accurate reading, gently tap the charge indicator with a screwdriver handle or rock vehicle slightly. By doing this, the air bubbles that occur normally during battery charging (even during vehicle operation) that adversely affect charge indicator reading will be displaced. The visual indicator will be more accurate.Note
There Are Three Possible Color Indications:
WARNING
Do not check or charge batteries that have a visual indicator that is bright yellow. Jump starting must not be used!
There is a risk of explosion during testing, charging or jump starting.
These batteries must be replaced.
"2 Color" Visual Indicator, Checking
WARNING
Risk of injury. Follow all Warnings and Safety Precautions.
Visual Indicator General Information
The general introduction of the "2-color" display began as a running change in 2009. The color "green" for the state of charge was discontinued on the "2-color".The visual indicator shows the battery acid level.
It is no longer possible to read the battery state of charge using the visual indicator. It is necessary to perform a battery test. Refer toTo obtain an accurate reading, gently tap the charge indicator with a screwdriver handle or rock vehicle slightly. By doing this, the air bubbles that occur normally during battery charging (even during vehicle operation) that adversely affect charge indicator reading will be displaced. Thereby, the color indicator of the visual indicator is more accurate.
Note
Two Visual Indicators Are Possible:
WARNING
Do not check or charge batteries that have a visual indicator that is bright yellow. Jump starting must not be used!
There is a risk of explosion during testing, charging or jump starting.
These batteries must be replaced.
Battery Tester -VAS6161-
Battery Tester -VAS6161- Device Description
General Description
WARNING
Risk of injury. Follow all Warnings and Safety Precautions.
It is not necessary to disconnect or remove the battery when using the Battery Tester -VAS6161-.
The Battery Tester -VAS6161- does not load the battery. It is working according to the principle of dynamic conductivity.
All battery types are stored in the tester.
The data can be stored on a SD memory card.
The Battery Tester -VAS6161- can be updated via an interface or a SD card, so that all battery data from Volkswagen is always current.
The integrated temperature sensor increases the quality of the measurements.
An optional 2D scanner is available to carry over the data from the battery 2D code.
Note
Read the Battery Tester -VAS6161- Operating Instructions.
Battery Test, Performing using Battery Tester -VAS6161-
Special tools and workshop equipment required
WARNING
Risk of injury. Follow all Warnings and Safety Precautions.
Testing the Battery
WARNING
Do not check or charge batteries that have a visual indicator that is bright yellow. Jump starting must not be used!
There is a risk of explosion during testing, charging or jump starting.
These batteries must be replaced.
Note
Make sure the test clamps make good contact!
Note
Warranty Test, Performing
WARNING
Do not check or charge batteries that have a visual indicator that is bright yellow. Jump starting must not be used!There is a risk of explosion during testing, charging or jump starting.
These batteries must be replaced.Maintenance Test, Performing
WARNING
Do not check or charge batteries that have a visual indicator that is bright yellow. Jump starting must not be used!There is a risk of explosion during testing, charging or jump starting.
These batteries must be replaced.Note
If there is no scanner, manually enter the VIN on the printed test results.
Service Test, Performing
Note
WARNING
Do not check or charge batteries that have a visual indicator that is bright yellow. Jump starting must not be used!There is a risk of explosion during testing, charging or jump starting.
These batteries must be replaced.Explanation of Test Results
Note
The printed test results are required for warranty claims.
Evaluating Test Results
Evaluating Battery Test Results for Warranty and Service Tests
Battery Test Result | Measure |
Battery good | No measure on the battery |
Battery good - recharge | Charge battery. If necessary, search for the cause of the discharging |
Perform a current draw test | Perform a current draw test. Charge the battery completely and test again. |
Replace the battery. | Disconnect the battery and test again. The result "replace the battery" can occur due to a weak cable contact. |
Battery cell faulty - replace | Replace the battery. |
Check the connection | Connect the cable directly to the battery and not to the battery jump start terminal. |
Battery depleted | Replace the battery. |
Evaluating Battery Test Results for Maintenance Test
Battery Test Result | Measure |
Battery good | No measure |
Charge the battery immediately. | Fully charge the battery. |
Mark as defective | Mark as defective. |
Check the tester connection | Disconnect the battery and test again. The result "check the tester connection" can occur because the cable contact is weak. |
Check the connection | Connect the cable directly to the battery and not to the battery jump start terminal. |
Noises | Wait until the measured value appears in the display. |
Battery depleted | Replace the battery. |
Midtronics Battery Tester -MCR340VKT-
General Information
WARNING
Risk of injury.Read and follow the Safety Precautions when working with batteries.
Dispose of electrolyte (sulfuric acid/water mixture) safely. Electrolyte must be taken to approved locations that accept it. Follow local disposal ordinances.Do not check gas batteries. Danger of explosion.
WARNING
Batteries that have a light yellow visual indicator do not have to be tested or charged. Jump starting must not be used!There is a risk of explosion during testing, charging or jump starting.
These batteries must be replaced.Note
To prevent damaging the battery or the vehicle, pay attention to the battery type and notes.Only Volkswagen approved battery testers may be used to test batteries in Volkswagen vehicles. Use the Midtronics Battery Tester -MCR340VKT- in the USA and Canada.
Read the safety precautions, set- up and operating instructions that come with the Midtronics Battery Tester -MCR340VKT- and follow them exactly.Refer to Self Study Program; Vehicle Batteries for more information.
The following charging and analysis procedures apply to all batteries, all battery installed locations (engine compartment or luggage compartment) and all battery purposes (for the starter or for the second/convenience battery).Always follow the Safety Precautions, the instructions for setting up the battery tester, the display menu/display buttons, LEDs and the procedures in the MCR340V Operating Instructions.
Note
Always read all sub-chapters, notes and instructions for testing batteries.
Battery, Testing using Midtronics Battery Tester -MCR340VKT-
Requirements
WARNING
Read and follow the Safety Precautions when working with batteries.Batteries that have a light yellow visual indicator do not have to be tested or charged. Jump starting must not be used!
There is a risk of explosion during testing, charging or jump starting.These batteries must be replaced.
Note
Performing the Test
WARNING
Batteries that have a light yellow visual indicator do not have to be tested or charged. Jump starting must not be used!There is a risk of explosion during testing, charging or jump starting.
These batteries must be replaced.Note
Make sure the test clamps make good contact!
Note
If the test results are needed to process a warranty claim, use the print function on the Midtronics Battery Tester -MCR340VKT-.
Note
Always use the DIN value on the battery label. Otherwise the test result will be incorrect.
Evaluating Test Results
Battery Test Result
Battery Test Result | Measure |
Battery good | None |
Good - charge | Charge battery. |
Use in charge | Charge battery. |
Replace the battery. | Replace the battery. |
Battery cell defective | Replace the battery. |
Midtronics Battery Tester -MCR340VKT-, Troubleshooting
Sometimes the display shows the malfunction or the messages based on the condition.The following is a list of the most frequent displayed messages together with suggested solutions.
Note
Refer to the MCR340V Operating Instructions for messages not listed here.
Display Message | Measure |
No display |
|
System noises |
|
Wait a few minutes and then perform the test again.
Note
If the test was performed at the battery jump start terminal and the message still does not go away, then perform the test directly on the battery.
Current Draw Test
WARNING
Batteries that have a light yellow visual indicator do not have to be tested or charged. Jump starting must not be used!There is a risk of explosion during testing, charging or jump starting.
These batteries must be replaced.Note
In order to receive an indication as quickly as possible of the battery condition of discharged batteries, a conclusion can be made during the charging process using the battery current draw as to whether the battery should be replaced or charged completely.
Note
In the case of the Battery Tester -VAS6161-, the current draw test must always be conducted when the test result "conduct current draw test" appears in the display.
Always Perform A Current Draw Test When:
or
By checking a battery's current draw capacity during the charging procedure, it can be determined in a short time whether a partially discharged or severely discharged battery (refer to → Chapter "Severely Discharged Batteries") can become operable again by further charging.
Test Prerequisites
- When charging a battery, the battery temperature must be at least ≥ +10 ºC (+50 ºF).
- The charger must be able to deliver at least 30 A charge current, for example as on the battery chargers -VAS5095A-, -VAS5900-and -VAS5903-.
- When charging using the Battery Charger -VAS5095A-, the battery current draw must be measured with a current probe, for example, Test Instrument Set - Current Clamp - 100A -VAS6356/4A-. The Battery Charger -VAS5900- and the Battery Charger -VAS5903- indicate the current draw on the device. The Battery Charger -VAS5900- automatically performs the menu- guided current draw test.
Test Result
When current draw A is greater than 10% of nominal capacity Ah (for example, > 6.1 A at 61 Ah battery), fully charge the battery and retest.
Note
On the Eos with two 6V AGM batteries, the charge current must only be greater than 5% of the battery nominal capacity in amp. As an example for Eos: the 50 Ah battery must have a charge current greater than 2.5 A after charging for five minutes.
If the charge current is less than 10% of the nominal capacity (two 6 V batteries in the Eos 5%) five minutes after starting the test (that is, for a 50 Ah battery < 5A), then replace the battery. Fill out the battery check sheet for warranty and goodwill cases.
Volkswagen Tiguan Service and Repair Manual > Original Products: Additional Materials
Matting Component -ALN 775 106-
Definition:
Matting Component -ALN 775 106-
Product Description
With the two-part HS top coat, the Matting Component -ALN 775 106- produce a
matted top coat coating for plastic finishes.Application Instructions
Base SurfaceSuitable base surfaces:
Hardened, well- ...