Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Ignition lock
Fig. 107 Positions of the vehicle key in the ignition lock
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The steering lock can be activated when there is no vehicle key in the ignition lock.
Vehicle key positions
Ignition switched off. The vehicle key can
be removed. 
Ignition switched on. The steering lock
can be released. 
Engine is started. Release the vehicle key
as soon as the engine starts. Once released, the vehicle key moves back to position
①.
The steering should be locked every time you leave vehicle to make theft of the vehicle more difficult .
Non-authorised vehicle key
If a non-authorised vehicle key has been inserted in the ignition lock it can be pulled out as follows:
- Automatic gearbox: the vehicle key cannot be removed from the ignition in this position. Press the lock button in the selector lever and release or . The vehicle key can be removed.
- Manual gearbox: remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock.
WARNING
- Always take all vehicle keys with you every time you leave the vehicle. The engine can be started and electrical equipment such as the window controls can be operated. This can cause serious injury.
- Never leave children or people requiring assistance alone in the vehicle. They could become trapped in the vehicle in an emergency and may not be able to get themselves to safety. For example, locked vehicles may be subjected to very high or very low temperatures, according to season. This can cause serious injuries and illness or fatalities, especially for small children.
- Never remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock when the vehicle is in motion. The steering lock may be activated and you will no longer be able to steer the vehicle.
If the vehicle key is left in the ignition for a long period with the engine switched off, the vehicle battery could discharge.
In vehicles with an automatic gearbox, the vehicle key can only be removed from the ignition lock if the selector lever is in position P. If necessary, press the lock button in the selector lever and then release it.
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Ignition lock
→ Starting the engine
→ Stopping the engine
→ Electronic immobilizer
N ...
Starting the engine
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The steps should only be carried out in the specified order.
Step
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Other materials:
Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the outside
Fig. 23 Buttons on the vehicle key
Fig. 24 Mechanical vehicle key
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Function
Buttons to be used in the vehicle key
Action to be followed with key in the lock cylinder or
Unlockin ...
Correct sitting position
Fig. 35 There must be a distance Ⓐ of
at least 25 cm between the driver and the steering wheel.
Fig. 36 Correct seat belt routing and
head restraint adjustment
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The following details the correct sitting positions for ...
Lights and vision – functions
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Parking light
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, when the parking lights (left and right
turn signals) are switched on, the headlight and the tail light on the corresponding
side of the vehicle light up. The park ...
