Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: In an emergency

Frequently asked questions

If you suspect that there is a fault in the vehicle or if your vehicle has been damaged, read and observe the following information before contacting a Volkswagen dealership or qualified workshop. ...

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:  → Making you and your vehicle safe  → First aid kit and warning triangle Additional information and warnings: Braki ...

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Wear Spots
Wear spots are caused by a hard stop with locked wheels whereby the rubber compound is abraded from the contact patch. When the tires slide across the road surface, frictional heat is generated which reduces the abrasion resistance on the ...

Vibration, Causes for Vibration
There are many causes for vibration. Vibration can also be caused by tire wear, among other things. Tire wear caused by driving does not always develop evenly over the entire tread. Due to this, a slight imbalance develops which disturbs the smoothness o ...

Checklist
The following steps should always be carried out in the specified order before working in the engine compartment : Park the vehicle on a level and stable surface. Depress and hold the brake pedal until the engine has stopped. Apply the handbrake firmly Braking, stopping and p ...