How far can the Tiguan go when the fuel gauge red light comes on?
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When the fuel gauge red light comes on in the Tiguan, you can continue driving for approximately 30 kilometers. It is advisable to refuel at the nearest gas station promptly to avoid unnecessary issues caused by running out of fuel. Here are some precautions to take when refueling your car: 1. Avoid overfilling the tank, as excessive gasoline can block the fuel tank vent. 2. Try not to wait until the fuel light comes on before refueling. Keeping the tank empty for too long can lead to significant temperature differences inside and outside the tank, causing moisture buildup inside. This can corrode the tank, degrade fuel quality, and increase engine strain. 3. Choose the right time to refuel. Avoid refueling at noon due to thermal expansion and contraction. Gasoline volume increases with rising temperatures and decreases when temperatures drop. Since fuel is charged by volume, to save money, it's best to refuel in the early morning or evening.
Don't panic when the fuel gauge light comes on! I've tested my old Tiguan several times after the light came on, and it steadily ran 60 kilometers in the city before I had to pull into a gas station. But honestly, it depends on road conditions: in traffic with the AC on, you might barely make 50 kilometers, while cruising at 90 km/h on the highway, the reserve fuel could last just over 70 kilometers. The key point is that Volkswagen's fuel pump relies on gasoline for cooling—running frequently on empty can easily burn it out, and repairs cost thousands. My advice? Find a gas station immediately when the light comes on. Don't believe those 'you can drive 100 kilometers after the light comes on' claims—I've seen too many cases where the fuel float got stuck, making the reading inaccurate.
