Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: 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. |
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| Operating and Driving Tips |
 Note
| Always read and follow the operating and driving tips in the
vehicle owner's manual. |
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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 ...
Tongue Weight Specifications
The tongue weight specifications on the trailer hitch type
label are inspection values and only valid ...
Other materials:
Ignition lock
Fig. 107 Positions of the vehicle key in
the ignition lock
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The steering lock can be activated when
there is no vehicle key in the ignition lock.
Vehicle key positions
Ignition switched off. The vehicle key ca ...
Information on the brakes
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings New brake pads cannot generate
the full braking effect during the first 200 to 300 km and must first be run in
. However, you can compensate for the slightly reduced braking force
by applying more pressure to the bra ...
Inspecting Tires
Because tire damage can have serious consequences, the
technician and the driver should regularly check the tires, as
it is the best form of early problem recognition.
Pre-damaged tires cannot withstand driving situations like
high vehic ...
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