Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning and indicator lamps
→ Handbrake
→ Parking
→ Information on the brakes
→ Brake support systems
→ Switching the TCS on and off
→ Brake fluid
The brake support systems are the anti-lock brake system (ABS),
the Brake Assist system (BAS), the electronic differential lock (EDS), the traction
control system (TCS) and the electronic stabilisation programme (ESC).
Additional information and warnings:
- Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts

WARNING
Driving with worn brake pads or with a faulty brake system can cause accidents and
serious injuries.
- If you have reason to believe that the brakes are worn down or the brake
system is faulty, go to a qualified workshop immediately and have the brake
system checked and have any worn brake pads replaced.

WARNING
Incorrect parking can cause serious injuries.
- 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 or control the vehicle.
- Never park the vehicle where parts of the exhaust system can come into contact
with inflammable material underneath the vehicle, e.g. leaves, dry grass, spilt
fuel.
- Always apply the handbrake fully when the vehicle is parked.
- Never leave children or people requiring assistance alone in the vehicle.
They could release the handbrake, move the selector lever or gearshift lever
and thus set the vehicle in motion. This can lead to accidents and serious injuries.
- 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.

NOTICE
- To avoid unintentional movement when parking the vehicle, first apply the
handbrake firmly and then remove your foot from the brake pedal.
- Always take care when driving in car parks with protruding
kerbstones or bollards. Objects that protrude from the ground can damage the
bumper and other components when parking the vehicle. In order to avoid any
damage, stop the vehicle before the wheels can touch the bollards or kerbs.
- Drive carefully through dips in the road, over driveways, ramps, kerbstones
and other objects. Low-lying vehicle components such as the bumper, spoiler
and parts of the running gear, engine or exhaust system could be damaged.
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Lit up
Possible cause
Solution
Handbrake is applied.
...
Other materials:
Engine oil consumption
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsEngine oil consumption can vary from engine to engine
and can change during the working life of an engine.
Depending on how you drive and the conditions in which the car is used, oil consumption
can be up to 1.0 litre/2,0 ...
Charging, replacing, disconnecting and connecting the vehicle battery
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsCharging the battery
The vehicle battery should be charged by a qualified workshop, as the technology
used in factory-fitted batteries requires voltage-limited charging . Volkswagen
recommends using a Volkswagen dealership ...
Headlight range control, instrument and switch lighting
Fig. 69 Next to the steering wheel: control
for instrument and switch lighting ① and headlight range control ②
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
① Instrument and switch lighting
When the headlights are switched on, the brightness of the instrument ...
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