RME Biodiesel

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Vehicles through 05.2006

NOTE:

The ability to run on RME biodiesel does not apply to vehicles from 06.2006

Only vehicles that are released by Volkswagen and are standard or optionally (PR No. 2G0) equipped for the use of RME biodiesel fuel are allowed be driven with RME biodiesel fuel.

CAUTION:

If RME biodiesel is used although your vehicle is not designed for it, the fuel supply system may be damaged.
When filling tank with biodiesel, only use ME fuel corresponding to EN 14214 (FAME).
If using biodiesel that differs from the standard, the fuel filter could become clogged.

RME biodiesel must correspond to EN 14214 (FAME).

RME means "Rapeseed oil fatty acid-methyl-ester".
EN means "Euro-Norm".
FAME means "Fatty Acid Methyl Ester".

The RME biodiesel capability of a vehicle from the factory can be recognized by PR. No. 2G0 on vehicle data plate. Refer to VEHICLE DATA LABEL .

RME Biodiesel Characteristics

When operating with biodiesel, mileage could be minimally reduced.
When operating with biodiesel, fuel consumption could be minimally increased.
RME biodiesel can be used in the winter down to approximately 14 °F (-10° C).
At outside temperatures below 14 °F (-10° C), it is recommended to fill the tank with winter diesel fuel.

NOTE:

When operating with biodiesel, observe the change in intervals for draining water and changing the fuel filter. Refer to RME BIODIESEL, THROUGH 05.2006

If standing times of longer than approximately 2 weeks have been planned, it is recommended to completely fill the tank with diesel fuel and to drive over a distance of approximately 30 miles (50 km) in order to prevent damage to the fuel injection system.