Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Information stickers and plates
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Safety certificates, stickers and plates showing important vehicle operation information are factory-fitted in the engine compartment and on certain parts such as the tank flap, front passenger sun visor, the driver door pillar or in the luggage compartment floor.
- Never remove or damage the safety certificates, stickers and plates. They must remain legible at all times.
- If vehicle parts bearing safety certificates, stickers or plates are removed from the vehicle, replacement safety certificates, stickers or plates with the same information must be applied properly to the new parts by the qualified workshop.
Safety certificate
A safety certificate on the door pillar of the driver door provides the information that all necessary safety standards and specifications of the transport safety authorities of the individual country have been met at the time of production. The month and year of production and the chassis number may also be listed.
High voltage warning sticker
There is a sticker near the bonnet lock showing a warning about the high voltage in the vehicle's electrical system. The vehicle's ignition system fulfils the requirements of standards that include Canadian standard ICES-002.
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
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Using the vehicle in other countries and continents
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsThe vehicle has been manufactured specifically for a particular
country and complies with the registration regulations that a ...
Other materials:
Turn signal and main beam lever
Fig. 67 Turn signal and main beam lever
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Move the turn signal and main beam lever to the desired position:
Right turn signal . When the ignition is
switched off, right parking light .
Left turn signal . When the ...
Seat heating
Fig. 43 In the centre console: buttons
for the front seat heating
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The seat cushions on the front seats can be heated electrically when the ignition
is switched on. In some versions, the backrests may also be heated.
D ...
Inspecting Tires
Because tire damage can have serious consequences, the
technician and the driver should regularly check the tires, as
it is the best form of early problem recognition.
Pre-damaged tires cannot withstand driving situations like
high vehic ...
