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Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

 → Interior mirror
 → Exterior mirrors

For safety reasons it is important that the driver positions the exterior and interior mirrors correctly before starting a journey .

You can use the exterior mirrors and the interior mirror to observe traffic behind you and adjust driving style accordingly. Looking in the exterior mirrors and the interior mirror does not allow the driver to see the entre side and rear area of the vehicle. The area that cannot be seen is known as the blind spot. There may be objects and other road users in the blind spot.

Additional information and warnings:

WARNING

Adjusting the exterior and interior mirrors while driving may cause the driver to become distracted. This can lead to accidents and serious injuries.

WARNING

Automatic anti-dazzle mirrors contain an electrolyte fluid which could leak if the mirror is broken.

NOTICE

If the glass of an automatic anti-dazzle mirror is broken, electrolyte fluid can leak from the mirror. This fluid corrodes plastic surfaces. Remove the fluid as soon as possible, e.g. using a wet sponge.
Mirrors
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Interior mirror
Fig. 78 Manual anti-dazzle interior mirror Fig. 79 Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings The driver must adjust the in ...

Other materials:

ACC - Adaptive Cruise Control
  Note On vehicles with ACC, the trim in the right cover section of the front bumper must not be painted if paint repairs or component replacements are performed. The ACC system is located behind this section therefore a coat of paint would ...

Indicator lamp
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Lit up Possible cause Solution There is a defective bulb in the vehicle's exterior lighting. Change the defective bulb. Several warning and indicat ...

Cruise Control System, Activating and Deactivating
General Description Cruise control system functions are controlled by the engine control module. –  Cruise control system can be activated/deactivated. Refer to → Chapter „Cruise Control Sy ...

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