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Volkswagen Caravelle User Manual

Volkswagen Caravelle
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Volkswagen Caravelle Specifications

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BrandVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Instrument Panel Overview

Warning Lamps Explained

Explanation of warning lamp symbols and their meaning for the instrument panel.

Vehicle Operation - Seat Belts

Seat Belt Usage and Child Safety

Guidelines for seat belt usage, including safety for children.

Manual Gearbox Operation

Gearbox Types and Shifting

Details on 4-speed, 5-speed, and syncro gearboxes and how to shift gears.

Differential Locks Explained

Selectable Differential Locks

Engaging Differential Locks and Warning Lamps

How to engage differential locks and interpret warning lamps.

Differential Lock Usage Restrictions

When Not to Engage Differential Locks

Conditions and situations where differential locks must not be engaged.

Automatic Gearbox Operation

Automatic Gearbox Driving Notes

Driving Notes: Starting, Selecting Gear, and Stopping

Important notes on starting, selecting driving ranges, and stopping the vehicle.

Ignition Switch and Steering Lock

Starting the Engine

General Starting Notes and Cold/Warm Engine

General advice for starting the engine, including cold and warm starts.

Fuel Injection and Diesel Engines Starting

Warning Lamps Explained

Brake System and ABS Warning Lamps

Meaning and action for brake system and ABS warning lamps.

Vehicle Warning Lamps

Switches and Controls

Turn Signal and Headlight Controls

Cruise Control System Operation

Cruise Control System Usage and Safety

How to use the cruise control system and important safety cautions.

Windscreen Wiper and Washer System

Heating and Ventilation System

Heating and Ventilation Controls

Details on levers and switches for heating, ventilation, and air distribution.

Climate Control Settings

Auxiliary Air Heater Operation

Auxiliary Heater Usage

Auxiliary Water Heater (Syncro)

First 1500 km Driving Recommendations

Running-In Period Speeds and Notes

Recommended speeds and important notes for the first 1500 km.

Driving Safely Checklist

Pre-Drive Checks and Regular Checks

Essential checks before driving and regular maintenance checks.

Driving Economically and Environmentally

Fuel Economy Tips: Engine Warm-up and Acceleration

Advice on fuel economy, avoiding engine warm-up, and acceleration.

Fuel Economy Tips: Engine Speed and Driving Style

Guidance on engine speeds, gears, smooth driving, and stopping during hold-ups.

Trailer Towing Requirements

Trailer Towing Operating Instructions

Trailer Towing Driving Tips

Trailer Towing Handling and Safety Tips

Tips for handling vehicle and trailer, including braking and cooling.

Four-Wheel Drive Vehicle Operation

Four-Wheel Drive Concept and Advantages

Explanation of the four-wheel drive concept and its advantages.

Four-Wheel Drive Advantages and Operation

Advantages of Four-Wheel Drive

Benefits of four-wheel drive including traction, handling, and winter use.

Driving on Different Surfaces

Driving on Dry, Wet, and Slippery Roads

Advice for driving on dry, wet, and slippery road surfaces.

Cross Country Driving

Cross Country Driving Rules and Precautions

Rules and precautions for safe cross-country driving.

Differential Lock Notes and Testing

Fuel Types and Usage

Petrol Engine Fuel Requirements

Fuel requirements for petrol engines, including catalytic converter vehicles.

Fuel and Additives

Fuel Tank Filling

Handling Wrong Fuel

Actions for Incorrect Fuel

What to do if the wrong fuel is put into the tank.

Lubricants and Oil Specifications

Petrol Engine Lubricants and Viscosity

Recommended lubricants and viscosity classes for petrol engines.

Diesel Engine Lubricants and Gearbox Oils

Lubricant specifications for diesel engines and gearbox oils.

Engine Oil Maintenance

Checking and Topping Up Engine Oil

Procedure for checking and topping up engine oil levels.

Gearbox Oil Maintenance

Power Assisted Steering Fluid

Cooling System Maintenance

Coolant Level and Losses

Checking Coolant Level and Losses

Procedure for checking coolant level and managing coolant losses.

Cooling System Winter Driving and Fan

Windscreen Washer System

Brake System Operation

Brake System Safety and Operation

Key points for safe brake operation and advice on brake servo.

Brake Fluid Maintenance

Brake Fluid Reservoir and Level Check

How to check and maintain the brake fluid reservoir level.

Brake Fluid Properties and Replacement

Information on brake fluid properties, replacement, and safety.

Anti-Locking Brake System (ABS)

ABS Functionality and Pedals

How the ABS works and safety advice regarding pedals.

Battery Maintenance

Battery Charging and Winter Driving

Battery Charging Procedures and Safety

Instructions for charging the battery and safety warnings.

Wheels and Tyres

Tyre Wear and Inflation

Tyre Wear Factors and Inflation Pressure

Factors affecting tyre wear and importance of correct inflation pressure.

Tyre Replacement and Balancing

Winter Tyres and Snow Chains

Emission Control System

Emission Control System Functional Description

Explanation of the emission control system's function and components.

Emission Control System Function

Functional description of the emission control system.

Catalytic Converter Operation and Safety

How the catalytic converter works and safety precautions for its use.

Catalytic Converter and Lambda Probe

Explanation of the catalytic converter and Lambda probe.

Difficult Operating Conditions

Winter Driving Precautions

Car Care: Washing and Waxing

Engine Compartment and Undercoating Care

Regular Vehicle Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule and Services

Overview of regular maintenance services like Inspection and Oil Change.

Lifting the Vehicle

Vehicle Hoist and Trolley Jack Usage

Instructions for lifting the vehicle using a hoist or trolley jack.

Spare Wheel Replacement

DIY Wheel Changing

Wheel Changing Procedure and Notes

Step-by-step guide to changing a wheel, including notes and cautions.

DIY Fuses

Fuse Box Access and Fuse Changing

How to access the fuse box and change a fuse.

DIY Bulb Changing

DIY Headlight Adjustment

Headlight Adjustment Procedure

How to adjust headlights correctly for safety and performance.

DIY Radio Installation

Emergency Starting Procedures

Emergency Starting with Jumper Cables

Step-by-step guide for emergency starting using jumper cables.

Towing and Tow Starting

General Towing Remarks and Safety

General remarks and safety advice for towing and tow starting.

Tow Starting and Towing Specifics

Tow Starting Procedures (Manual and Auto)

Tow starting procedures for manual and automatic gearboxes.

Towing Vehicles with Automatic Gearbox and 4WD

Specific towing instructions for automatic gearboxes and 4WD vehicles.

Engine Technical Description

Power Transmission and Steering Systems

Axles, Brakes, and Body Specifications

Engine Data Specifications

Engine Data Table

Table detailing engine data like output, torque, capacity, and fuel type.

Fuel Consumption Data

Fuel Consumption Measurements and Notes

Details on fuel consumption measurements and factors affecting them.

Fuel Consumption by Engine and Model

Fuel Consumption for Petrol and Diesel Engines

Detailed fuel consumption figures for various engine types and models.

Commercial Vehicle Fuel Consumption

Vehicle Performance Data

Maximum Speed by Engine and Model

Table of maximum speeds for different engine types and vehicle models.

Hill Climbing Ability

Wheels and Tyre Specifications

Tyre Pressures for Various Models

Table of recommended tyre pressures in bar (psi) for different models.

Vehicle Weights

Vehicle Weights (Normal Payload)

Table of weights including GVW, unladen weight, and payload.

Vehicle Weights (Higher Payload)

Vehicle Weights (Higher Payload) and Notes

Weight data for higher payload variants and important notes.

Syncro Vehicle Weights

Syncro Vehicle Weights and Notes

Weight data for syncro models and relevant notes.

Trailer Weights

Permissible Trailer Weights and Nose Weight

Table of permissible trailer weights and nose weight.

Vehicle Dimensions

Syncro Vehicle Dimensions (14-inch Wheels)

Syncro Vehicle Dimensions (16-inch Wheels)

Vehicle Capacities

Vehicle Identification Data

Identification Plate and Vehicle Data Sticker

Location and content of the vehicle identification plate and data sticker.

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