Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Contents of the breakdown set
Fig. 171 The breakdown set
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
The breakdown set is located underneath the floor covering in the luggage compartment. It includes the following components :
Valve core extractor 
Sticker with the maximum permitted
speed max. 80 km/h or max. 50 mph 
Filler hose with plug 
Air compressor 
Tyre filler hose 
Tyre pressure display1)
Air bleed screw2) 
On/off switch 
12-volt plug 
Tyre filler bottle with sealant1)
Spare valve core
There is a slot on the lower end of the valve insert extractor ① for the valve insert. This is required for extracting and fitting the tyre valve. This also applies to the spare valve core ⑪.
1) Could also be integrated in the compressor.
2) This function may be carried out by a button in the compressor instead.
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Contents of the breakdown set
→ Preparation
→ Sealing and inflating tyres
→ Test after driving for ...
Preparation
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings ...
Other materials:
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning lamp and coolant temperature display
→ Coolant specification
→ Checking the coolant level and refilling coolant
Never carry out any work on the engine coolant system if you are not familiar
with t ...
Battery with Visual Indicator, Enhanced
This is a maintenance-free battery with liquid electrolyte
(wet battery).
Caution
Do not remove any of the labels on the battery and
do not add distilled water. Only perform a visual
...
Pressure and Boiling Point
The boiling point given in tables for a liquid is always
referenced to an atmospheric pressure of 1 bar (14.5 psi). If
the pressure acting on a fluid changes, its boiling point also
changes.
For example, water boils at a lower temperatur ...
