Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Checklist
Find a firm and level surface suitable for lifting the vehicle.
Stop the engine, select a gear on a manual gearbox or in case of automatic gearbox, move the selector lever to position P Changing gear Changing gear Automatic gearbox see Automatic gearbox_0 Automatic gearbox see Changing gear_0 Automatic gearbox Manual gearbox see Changing gear_0 Manual gearbox . Apply the handbrake Braking, stopping and parking Brakes Parking .
Chock the wheel diagonally opposite using the collapsible chocks or other suitable objects.
When towing a trailer, unhitch the trailer from the vehicle and park it properly.
Loosen the wheel bolts on the wheel that is being changed Wheel bolts Anti-theft wheel bolts Wheel bolts Changing a wheel Wheel bolts_2 .
Find the jacking point under the vehicle which is closest to the wheel that is being changed.
Raise the vehicle jack until it just fits under the jacking point of the vehicle.
Ensure that the entire surface of the foot of the vehicle jack is resting securely on the ground and that the foot of the vehicle jack is positioned precisely, i.e. vertically beneath the point of application .
Position the vehicle jack. At the same time, continue to crank the claw up until it is in position around the vertical rib underneath the vehicle .
Crank the vehicle jack further until the wheel is just clear of the ground.
To ensure your own safety and that of your passengers, observe the following actions in the specified order :
WARNING
- Only use vehicle jacks that have been approved by Volkswagen for your vehicle type. Other vehicle jacks could slip out of position – this includes vehicle jacks supplied with other Volkswagen models.
- The ground must be firm and level. Soft ground or surfaces at an incline under the vehicle jack may cause the vehicle to slip off the jack. If necessary use a large, strong board or similar support for the vehicle jack.
- On a hard, slippery surface (such as tiles) use a rubber mat or similar to prevent the vehicle jack from slipping.
- Fit the vehicle jack only at the points described. The vehicle jack claw must grip the vertical rib under the door sill securely .
- Never place any part of your body (e.g. an arm or leg) underneath the vehicle if the latter is only supported by the vehicle jack.
- If you have to work underneath the vehicle, use suitable stands to provide extra support for the vehicle.
- Never lift the vehicle when the engine is running, or if the vehicle is tilted to the side or on a gradient.
- Never start the engine when the vehicle is raised on a vehicle jack. Engine vibrations can cause the vehicle to fall off the vehicle jack.
WARNING
- Always follow the instructions in the checklist and observe the general safety procedures.
Lifting the vehicle with the jack
Fig. 168 Jacking points for the
vehicle jack (mirrored on the right-hand side of the vehicle)
Fig. 169 Vehicle jack at the rear
left-hand side of the vehicle
First read and observe the introdu ...
Changing a wheel
Fig. 170 Changing the wheel:
removing the wheel bolts with the screwdriver handle
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
Removing the wheel
Read the checkli ...
Other materials:
Fastening rings
Fig. 88 In the luggage compartment: fastening
rings
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
You will find fastening rings at the front and rear of the luggage compartment
which can be used to secure luggage (arrow).
WARNING
Unsuitable or damaged securing s ...
Snow chains
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsPlease heed legislation and also the permitted speed when
driving your vehicle with snow chains.
In winter conditions, snow chains will not only improve acceleration, but also
braking response.
Snow chains may be fitted ...
Foreword
Foreword
(Edition 10.2014)
The content of this guide has been divided into two section.
The first section contains information and important tips
about “towing a trailer”. For example, technical requ ...
