Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Closing the tailgate
Fig. 31 Open tailgate: handle recesses for closing the tailgate
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Closing the tailgate
- Grip one of the recesses in the interior trim of the tailgate .
- Pull the tailgate down with some force until it engages in the lock.
- Pull the tailgate to make sure that it is engaged securely.
Locking the tailgate
The vehicle will be locked again if you do not open one of the doors or the tailgate within a few seconds automatically after unlocking the car. This function prevents the vehicle from remaining unlocked if the unlocking button is pressed by mistake.
The tailgate can only be locked when it is properly closed and engaged.
- The tailgate is also locked by the central locking system.
- If the tailgate of a locked vehicle is unlocked using the
button in the vehicle
key, it will lock again approximately 20 seconds after it is closed. The anti-theft
alarm is activated immediately after it is closed .
- If the tailgate is closed but not locked, it will lock automatically once the vehicle reaches a speed of approximately 9 km/h (6 mph).
WARNING
- Never leave children playing unattended in or around the vehicle, especially when the tailgate is open. Children could climb into the luggage compartment and shut the tailgate, thereby trapping themselves inside. Temperatures inside a locked vehicle may reach extremes of heat or cold, according to season. This could cause serious injuries or illness, or even have fatal consequences.
Before closing the tailgate, check that the vehicle key is not in the luggage compartment.
Opening the tailgate
Fig. 29 In the vehicle key: tailgate release
button
Fig. 30 Opening the tailgate from the
outside
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
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Bag hook
Fig. 89 In the luggage compartment: bag
hook
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Bag hooks can be found to the left and right in the luggage compartment. Light
shopping bags can be secured here .
WARNING
Never use the bag hooks as fastening rings for s ...
Cleaning and caring for chrome and aluminium trim parts
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Use a damp, clean, lint-free and soft cloth to clean the surfaces.
For heavy soiling use a special solvent-free cleaning product.
Polish the chrome and aluminium trim parts using a soft, dry cloth.
NOTICE
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Light Alloy Wheels, Care and Maintenance
To maintain the decorative appearance of light alloy wheels
for a long time, regular care is necessary.
In particular, road salt and dust from brake abrasion must
be thoroughly washed off every two weeks. Otherwise, the paint
of the ligh ...