Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning and indicator lamps
→ Information on steering
Additional information and warnings:
- Starting and stopping the engine
- Battery
- Tow-starting and towing
WARNING
- The power steering only functions when the engine is running.
- Never allow the vehicle to roll if the engine is switched off.
- 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.
Steering
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Warning and indicator lamps
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Depending ont eh vehicle equipment scope,
an electrohydraulic or an electromechanic steering system may be fitted.
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Other materials:
Service and disposal of belt tensioners
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Seat belts may become damaged during any work on the belt tensioners or while
removing or refitting any vehicle parts in conjunction with any other repair work.
This damage will not always be noticeable. The consequence m ...
An economic driving style
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Changing gear earlier
In principle, the highest gear is always the most economical gear. A rule of
thumb for most vehicles: at a speed of 30 km/h (19 mph) drive in 3rd gear, at 40
km/h (25 mph) in 4th gear and at 50 km/ ...
Permitted Tread Depth - Variance
For all four wheels use only tires of the same construction
type, and tread.
Always use tires with the deepest tread depth on the front
axle.
Replacing one individual tire is always possible. The
vehicl ...
