Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Reinforced Shock Absorbers and Coil Springs

Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual / Towing Guide / Technical Requirements / Towing Recognition Control Module -J345 / Reinforced Shock Absorbers and Coil Springs

Reinforced shock absorbers and coil springs on the vehicle rear axle reduce pitching motions between the vehicle and the trailer. If not already installed in the factory, these shock absorbers and springs can often be retrofitted at authorized Volkswagen dealers. Shock absorber and spring allocation. Refer to the → Electronic Parts Catalog (ETKA).

Stabilization aids can also reduce pitching and rolling motions. These aids are available from authorized Volkswagen dealers in most European countries and can be installed there.

Operating and Driving Tips

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Always read and follow the operating and driving tips in the vehicle owner's manual.

Engine Cooling

Because towing places higher demands on the engine cooling system, the cooling system is enhanced in vehicles that have factory-installed trailer hitches, if necessar ...

General Information

Tongue Weight Specifications The tongue weight specifications on the trailer hitch type label are inspection values and only valid ...

Other materials:

Run-Flat System PAX, Support Ring
Dimensions Overview of the most important dimensions: Names Example: 90-500(35) CLI A 1 876107 90 - Designated width in millimeter ...

Fender Corrosion Repair Measures, in Wheel Housing Liner Contact Area
Note The corrosion protection in the fender seam must be applied on all replacement parts, on which the attached seal is not already present. The additional corrosion protection seal will prevent “chafe marks” in the fender wheel housing liner. ...

Contact Housings and Connectors, Repair Information
Note Observe general notes for repairs on the vehicle electrical system. Refer to → Chapter „Vehicle Electrical System, General Repair Information“. Allocation of crimp contacts with correct fit ...