Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Information on steering
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The steering should be locked every time you leave the vehicle to make it more difficult for the vehicle to be stolen.
Mechanical steering column lock
| Activating the steering lock | Deactivating the steering lock |
|---|---|
| Park the vehicle . | Turn the steering wheel slightly to take the load off the steering lock mechanism. |
| Remove the vehicle key. | Insert the vehicle key into the ignition lock. |
| Turn the steering wheel slightly until the steering lock clicks into place. | Hold the steering wheel in this position and turn the ignition on. |
Electro-hydraulic steering
With the electro-hydraulic steering system, the steering assistance is automatically matched to vehicle speed and the steering wheel angle. The electro-hydraulic steering functions only when the engine is running.
You will need considerably more strength than normal to steer the vehicle if the power steering is reduced or has failed completely.
Warning and indicator lamps
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Depending ont eh vehicle equipment scope,
an electrohydraulic or an electromechanic steering system may be fitted.
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Other materials:
Retrofitting a towing bracket
Fig. 92 Dimensions and attachment points
for retrofitting a towing bracket
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Volkswagen recommends having the towing bracket retrofitted by a qualified workshop.
The cooling system may need to be modified or heat shields ...
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 mechanis ...
Electrically Driven A/C Compressor, Flushing
Vehicles with a high voltage system
Observe all of the additional warnings for all work
performed on vehicles with the high voltage system. Refer to
→ Electrical Equipment; Rep. Gr.93.
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