Storage Maintenance, Performing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg and 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Do Not Check Or Charge Batteries That Have A Visual Indicator That Is Bright Yellow. Do Not Give A Jump Start.

There is a risk of explosion during testing, charging or jump starting.

These batteries must be replaced.

-- Select "storage maintenance" in the menu.

-- Connect the scanner.

NOTE:

If there is no scanner, manually enter the VIN on the printed test results.

-- Scan the VIN.

-- Select "at the battery terminal" or "at the battery jump start terminal".

-- Scan in the battery 2D code or manually select the type and manufacturer in the menu.

-- Measure the temperature. Hold the temperature sensor approximately 5 cm above the terminal connection until the temperature is stable.

-- Start the test.

-- Print out the test report if necessary.