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

Note

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:

Cleaning cloth seat covers, fabric trim and Alcantara^® upholstery
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warningsCleaning upholstery on seat cushions with seat heating, electrically adjustable seats, or seats containing airbag components Airbag-related components and electrical connectors may be installed in the driver seat, passeng ...

Checklist
To ensure your own safety and that of your passengers, observe the following actions in the specified order : Find a firm and level surface suitable for lifting the vehicle. Stop the engine, select a gear on a manual gearbox or in case of automatic gearbox, move the selector lever ...

Adhesive Surface Pretreatment when Replacing Laser-Soldered Roofs
Dry sand the cataphoretic primer on the roof adhesive surface -item 6- → Item down to the bare metal using P180 sandpaper. – Dry sand the roof pillar adhesive surface ...