Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Cleaning and caring for chrome and aluminium trim parts
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
- Use a damp, clean, lint-free and soft cloth to clean the surfaces.
- For heavy soiling use a special solvent-free cleaning product.
- Polish the chrome and aluminium trim parts using a soft, dry cloth.
NOTICE
- Do not clean or polish in direct sunlight.
- Do not clean or polish in sandy or dusty environments.
- Do not use any abrasive care products (e.g. cream cleaners).
- Never clean with insect sponges, rough kitchen sponges or similar products.
- Do not polish any dirty surfaces.
- Do not use solvent-based cleaning products.
- Do not use hard wax.
NOTICE
Waxing and polishing the vehicle
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsWaxing
Waxing protects the paintwork. You will need to re-wax the vehicle with a good
hard wax if water no longer clearly for ...
Cleaning and caring for the deck stripes
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsDeck stripes are a design feature and are made up of soft
polyvinyl chloride (PVC).
In the areas of the vehicle where there ...
Other materials:
Switching the TCS on and off
Fig. 116 In the centre console: button
for switching the TCS on and off manually
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The electronic stability control (ESC) only
functions when the engine is running. It consists of ABS, EDL and TCS.
When the engine is r ...
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Preparing the vehicle for working in the engine compartment
→ Opening and closing the bonnet
Always park the vehicle on a level and stable surface before carrying out any
work in the engine compartment.
The engine ...
Refrigerant Circuit
A/C System Repair Information
An A/C system made for refrigerant R12 must not be filled
with refrigerant R134a without making modifications to the
refrigerant circuit. Refer to
→ Chapter „Refrigerant Circuit, Converting R12 to R134a and
Ser ...
