Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning and indicator lamps
→ Engine oil specification
→ Checking the engine oil level and refilling engine oil
→ Engine oil consumption
→ Changing engine oil
Additional information and warnings:
- ⇒ BookletService schedule,
- Preparation for working in the engine compartment
- Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts
WARNING
- Always wear eye protection when handling engine oil.
- Engine oil is toxic and must be stored out of the reach of children.
- Engine oil must be kept in the closed original container. This also applies to used oil until it is disposed of.
- Never use empty food containers, bottles or other containers to store engine oil as other people may then drink the engine oil.
- Regular contact with engine oil can damage the skin. Skin that has been in contact with engine oil should be washed thoroughly with water and soap.
- Engine oil becomes extremely hot when the engine is running and can scald skin severely. Always allow the engine to cool down.
Leaking or spilt engine oil can pollute the environment. Spilt operating fluids must be collected and disposed of properly and with respect for the environment.
Engine oil
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Warning and indicator lamps
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Lit up
Possible cause
Solution
Engine oil level is too low.
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Other materials:
Tires and Rims, Matching
If necessary repair flat spots from standing. Refer to
→ Chapter „Flat Spots, Correcting“.
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Dismount the tire. Refer to
→ Chapter „Tires, Dismounting“.
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Turn the ...
Seat heating
Fig. 43 In the centre console: buttons
for the front seat heating
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The seat cushions on the front seats can be heated electrically when the ignition
is switched on. In some versions, the backrests may also be heated.
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General Information
Perform a road test to determine if a vehicle pulls to one
side and if so, when and to which side. If the vehicle pulls to
one side. Refer to
→ Chapter „Corrective Action When Vehicle Pulls to One Side“.
If the vehicle ali ...
