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:
Notes on towing
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
Tow rope or tow bar
It is easier and safer to tow a vehicle with a tow bar. Only use a tow rope
if you do not have a tow bar.
The tow rope should be slightly elastic to reduce the strain on both
vehicles. It is advisab ...
Single Wire Seals, Installing
Note
Single wire seals prevent the penetration of water and dirt
into the contact housing. They are installed, for example, in
the engine compartment and must be reinstalled after a repair.
Single wire seal is crimpe ...
Replacing the battery
Fig. 21 Vehicle key: opening the battery
case cover
Fig. 22 Vehicle key: removing the battery
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Volkswagen recommends having the battery changed at a Volkswagen dealership or
by a qualified workshop.
The battery is l ...
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