Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Ignition lock
Fig. 107 Positions of the vehicle key in the ignition lock
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The steering lock can be activated when there is no vehicle key in the ignition lock.
Vehicle key positions
Ignition switched off. The vehicle key can
be removed. 
Ignition switched on. The steering lock
can be released. 
Engine is started. Release the vehicle key
as soon as the engine starts. Once released, the vehicle key moves back to position
①.
The steering should be locked every time you leave vehicle to make theft of the vehicle more difficult .
Non-authorised vehicle key
If a non-authorised vehicle key has been inserted in the ignition lock it can be pulled out as follows:
- Automatic gearbox: the vehicle key cannot be removed from the ignition in this position. Press the lock button in the selector lever and release or . The vehicle key can be removed.
- Manual gearbox: remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock.
WARNING
- Always take all vehicle keys with you every time you leave the vehicle. The engine can be started and electrical equipment such as the window controls can be operated. This can cause serious injury.
- Never leave children or people requiring assistance alone in the vehicle. They could become trapped in the vehicle in an emergency and may not be able to get themselves to safety. For example, locked vehicles may be subjected to very high or very low temperatures, according to season. This can cause serious injuries and illness or fatalities, especially for small children.
- Never remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock when the vehicle is in motion. The steering lock may be activated and you will no longer be able to steer the vehicle.
If the vehicle key is left in the ignition for a long period with the engine switched off, the vehicle battery could discharge.
In vehicles with an automatic gearbox, the vehicle key can only be removed from the ignition lock if the selector lever is in position P. If necessary, press the lock button in the selector lever and then release it.
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Ignition lock
→ Starting the engine
→ Stopping the engine
→ Electronic immobilizer
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Starting the engine
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The steps should only be carried out in the specified order.
Step
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Other materials:
Battery Charger -VAS5900- Device Description
WARNING
Risk of injury. Follow all Warnings and Safety
Precautions. Refer to
→ Chapter „Warnings and Safety Precautions“.
WARNING ...
Frontal collisions and the laws of physics
Fig. 45 Unbelted occupants in a vehicle
heading for a brick wall
Fig. 46 Unbelted occupants in a vehicle
striking a brick wall
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The physical principles involved in a frontal collision are relatively simple.
As soon a ...
Side view
Fig. 1 Overview of the right side of
the vehicle Positions ③, ④, ⑤ and ⑤ are also at the same position on the left
side of the vehicle.
Key for :
Tank flap
Roof aerial
Attachment points for the mounts and
roof carrier
Door release lever
Exterior mirrors
Jacking p ...
