Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Introduction

Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual / Starting the engine, changing gear and parking / Steering / 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 steering wheel is very difficult to turn if the steering assistance is not working. This can have a serious impact on your driving safety.

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.

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. ...

Other materials:

First aid kit and warning triangle
Fig. 153 In the luggage compartment: holder for the first aid kit Fig. 154 In the luggage compartment. A: Warning triangle under the loading edge, B: Warning triangle in the vehicle tools First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings First aid kit A first-ai ...

Run-Flat System PAX, Examining Support Ring
As with the tire, the supporting ring is generally not replaced after driving with flat tire. Replace the support ring if the following damages have occurred: Blowouts or mis ...

Wiring Harness Repair Set -VAS1978
The Wiring Harness Repair Set -VAS1978- makes optimal repair quality possible in the realm of vehicle electronics. Using the tools, repairs affecting harness connectors and for breaks in wiring can be performed. For this purpose, complete repair wires wi ...