Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Checklist

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In some countries, special safety standards and emissions-related legislation apply that may differ form the construction of the vehicle, Volkswagen recommends that you visit your Volkswagen dealership before travelling abroad to find out about any legal requirements and the following issues at your destination:

Does the vehicle need any technical modifications for driving abroad, e.g. masking or switching the headlights over?
Are the necessary tools, diagnostic equipment and spare parts available for service and repair work?
Are there any Volkswagen dealerships in the destination country?
For petrol engines: is unleaded petrol with the correct octane number available?
For diesel engines: is diesel with a low sulphur level available?
For autogas engines: is autogas that complies with DIN EN 589 available?
Are the correct engine oil ( Engine oil Engine oil Engine compartment Engine oil_3 Oil see Engine oil_3 ) and other service fluids that comply with Volkswagen specifications available in the destination country?
Will the factory-fitted navigation system work with the navigation data available in the destination country?
Are special tyres necessary for travelling in the destination country?

NOTICE

Volkswagen is not responsible for any vehicle damage caused by low-quality fuel, inadequate servicing work or lack of Genuine Parts.

Driving abroad

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Driving through water on roads

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Other stowage compartments
Fig. 101 In the roof: coat hooks First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Coat hooks in the roof Coat hooks are located on the central door pillar and on the rear grab handles in the roof (arrows). Other stowage areas: In the rear door trims. In the ...

Certificate of Conformity
The vehicle manufacturer must request an EU type approval for all passenger vehicles (vehicle class M1). A certificate of conformity is produced based on this type approval. This document confirms that the vehicle confor ...

Introduction
The purpose of this Repair Manual is to provide foremen and mechanics with the basic knowledge needed to ensure expert working. Note Expert knowledge is achieved by one who has taken part successfully in instructiona ...