Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Warning lamp
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
| Lit up | Possible cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
 |
The tailgate is open or not properly closed. | 
Do not drive on! |
| Open the tailgate and close it again. |
Several warning and indicator lamps will light up briefly as a functional check when the ignition is switched on. They will switch off after a few seconds.
A warning lamp 
appears in the
instrument cluster display if the tailgate is open or not properly closed.
WARNING
- Stop as soon as possible and close the tailgate.
- After closing the tailgate, always check that it is properly secured.
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning lamp
→ Opening the tailgate
→ Closing the tailgate
Additional information and warnings:
Exterio ...
Opening the tailgate
Fig. 29 In the vehicle key: tailgate release
button
Fig. 30 Opening the tailgate from the
outside
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Before opening the ...
Other materials:
Checklist
Carry out the steps in the specified order :
With the engine at operating temperature,
park the vehicle on a level surface to ensure that the engine oil reading is
correct.
Switch off the engine and wait a few minutes
for the engine oil to flow back into the sump.
Open the ...
Variable luggage compartment floor
Fig. 86 A: variable luggage compartment
floor folded up and secured; B: expanding luggage compartment to front
Fig. 87 C: extending the luggage compartment
down; D: setting the maximum luggage space
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The luggage compar ...
Closing the tailgate
Fig. 31 Open tailgate: handle recesses
for closing the tailgate
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Closing the tailgate
Grip one of the recesses in the interior trim of the tailgate .
Pull the tailgate down with some force until it engages in th ...