New Beetle L4-2.0L (AVH) (2005)
Electrolyte level reading from min./max. marking on battery housing -arrow-.
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Electrolyte level must be above the minimum marking or just reach the maximum marking.
If no minimum and maximum markings are visible on the battery housing (either not molded-in or not visible due to installation location) or if the battery
housing is black, the sealing plugs must be removed. Then determine electrolyte level by viewing inside the battery cells.
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First remove plastic foil from cell caps (where applicable), being sure not to disturb plastic safety warning label on battery.
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Unscrew cell caps.
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Look into individual battery cells to determine electrolyte level.
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Electrolyte level must align with the internal electrolyte level indicator (lip) -1-. This equates to the external "maximum" marking on the battery
case.
NOTE: On batteries with black housings, obtain accurate electrolyte level readings by illuminating inside of cells with a flashlight.
Electrolyte level too low
Electrolyte level too high
Electrolyte level too low
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Fill with distilled water using battery filling bottle VAS 5045 (or equivalent) up to the max. marking
NOTE: Design of filler support on filling bottle VAS 5045 prevents overfilling of battery cells and subsequent electrolyte leaks. When max. level
is reached the flow of distilled water into battery cells stops.
CAUTION: