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Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: SAFELOCK mechanism

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

Depending on the vehicle equipment level, the vehicle may have a SAFELOCK mechanism and an anti-theft alarm .

Function Action
Locking the vehicle and activating the SAFELOCK mechanism. Press the    button on the vehicle key once.
Locking the vehicle without activating the SAFELOCK mechanism. Press the    button on the vehicle key twice.
Press the central locking button in the driver door once.

The SAFELOCK mechanism deactivates the door opening levers if the vehicle has been locked. This makes it more difficult to break into the vehicle. The doors can no longer be opened from the inside .

Depending on the vehicle equipment level, when the ignition is switched off, the instrument cluster display may inform you about the activated SAFELOCK mechanism (SAFELOCK).

Deactivating the SAFELOCK mechanism

The SAFELOCK mechanism can be deactivated in one of the following ways:

The following applies when the SAFELOCK mechanism is deactivated:

WARNING

Take care when using the SAFELOCK mechanism to avoid accidents or injuries.
Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the inside
Fig. 25 In the driver door: central locking button First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Press the button : Unlock ...

Anti-theft alarm
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Depending on the vehicle equipment level, the vehicle may have an anti-theft alarm and a SAFELOCK mechanism . The anti-th ...

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Fuses in the vehicle
Fig. 172 Dash panel on the driver side: fuse box cover Fig. 173 In the front left of the engine compartment: fuse box cover First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Fuses must always be replaced by a new fuse with the same amp rating (same colour and marki ...

Refuelling autogas
Fig. 132 In the right-hand side of the vehicle at the rear: open tank flap with tank cap for gas filler neck ① and adapter ② First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Switch off the engine, ignition and mobile telephone before refuelling  . Please re ...

Flat Connector Systems
  Note If necessary, housing securing mechanisms (secondary locks) must be released or removed using specified tool before releasing the contacts. Refer to → Chapter „Secondary Lock“.     ...

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