Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning and indicator lamps
→ Engine oil specification
→ Checking the engine oil level and refilling engine oil
→ Engine oil consumption
→ Changing engine oil
Additional information and warnings:
- ⇒ BookletService schedule,
- Preparation for working in the engine compartment
- Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts
WARNING
- Always wear eye protection when handling engine oil.
- Engine oil is toxic and must be stored out of the reach of children.
- Engine oil must be kept in the closed original container. This also applies to used oil until it is disposed of.
- Never use empty food containers, bottles or other containers to store engine oil as other people may then drink the engine oil.
- Regular contact with engine oil can damage the skin. Skin that has been in contact with engine oil should be washed thoroughly with water and soap.
- Engine oil becomes extremely hot when the engine is running and can scald skin severely. Always allow the engine to cool down.
Leaking or spilt engine oil can pollute the environment. Spilt operating fluids must be collected and disposed of properly and with respect for the environment.
Engine oil
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Warning and indicator lamps
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Lit up
Possible cause
Solution
Engine oil level is too low.
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Other materials:
Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator
Fig. 124 In the stowage compartment on
the front passenger side: button for the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator uses data
from the ABS sensors and other functions to check the speed of rot ...
Hill Hold Assist
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The Hill Hold Assist function actively holds
the vehicle when pulling away on an incline.
The Hill Hold Assist function is automatically activated if the following conditions
are met
Cond ...
Service fluids and consumables
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsAll service fluids and consumables, e.g.
toothed belts, tyres, coolant, engine oil, spark plugs and vehicle batteries, are
being constantly developed. For this reason, service fluids and consumables should
be replaced at ...
