Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Preparing for a journey and driving safely
→ Driving abroad
→ Driving through water on roads
Depending on where the vehicle is used, it could be a good idea to have an engine and transmission guard installed. An engine and transmission guard can reduce the risk of damage to the vehicle's underbody and engine oil sump, for example when driving over kerbs, driveways or unsurfaced roads. If you wish to have one fitted, Volkswagen recommends contacting your Volkswagen dealership.
Additional information and warnings:
- Sitting correctly and safely
- Transporting items
- Starting the engine, changing gear and parking the vehicle
- Driving with respect for the environment
- Consumer information
WARNING
- Alcohol, drugs, medication and narcotics can severely impair perception, reaction times and driving safety. This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
Driving tips
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Preparing for a journey and driving safely
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings ...
Other materials:
Indicator lamp
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Lit up
Possible cause
Solution
Windscreen washer fluid level too low.
Fill up the washer fluid reservoir as soon as possible
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Several warning and indicator la ...
Service position for the front windscreen wipers
Fig. 74 Wiper blades in service position
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The windscreen wiper arms can be lifted off the windscreen when in the service
position . Carry out the following steps to move the windscreen wipers to the service
position:
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Protecting
Caution
Missing protection leads to the electrical system
damage.
Note
All threaded connections must be tightened to the specified
torque.
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