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Checking the electrolyte level (VW Golf 4)

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Contents: Location of fuse holder above battery ↓ Execution order ↓

Location of fuse holder above battery



Location of fuse holder above battery

  • 1 - negative wire fastening;
  • 2 - hex nut;
  • 3 - positive wire fastening;
  • 4 - fuses.

The battery under normal vehicle operating conditions requires almost no maintenance. At high ambient temperatures, it is recommended to check the electrolyte level in the battery from time to time. You should also check the electrolyte level when charging the battery.

The battery is located in the engine compartment.

Execution order



Execution order


1. To access the battery, open the cover.

1. To access the battery, open the cover.


2. The electrolyte level should always be between the MIN and MAX marks located on the longitudinal sides of the battery.



3. When the electrolyte level drops, add distilled water to the appropriate jars up to the MAX mark.

3. When the electrolyte level drops, add distilled water to the appropriate jars up to the MAX mark.


4. The middle plugs of the battery are covered by a fuse holder. From both sides, as indicated by the arrows, squeeze the cover of the fuse holder and fold it aside.

5. Unscrew and remove the negative cable from the battery (1, see figure Location of fuse holder above battery).

6. Loosen the positive cable.

7. First, unfold the front clamp and then the rear clamp from the battery. To do this, the clamps should be pressed slightly away from the battery.

8. Remove the fuse holder upwards along with the positive cable from the battery.

9. Unscrew the plugs and add distilled water to the battery jars.

10. Do not fill the electrolyte above the required level, otherwise the electrolyte will leak out through the ventilation hole. This may cause damage to the paintwork and corrosion of the body.

11. After adding electrolyte, the corresponding battery jars should be tightly closed with plugs.

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