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:
Changing bulbs in the front headlights (Xenon)
Fig. 181 Rear view of right-hand
Xenon headlight: â‘ cornering light and â‘¡ turn signal
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
The headlight needs to be removed in order to change a bulb.
The actions should only be carried ...
Indicator lamps and fuel gauge
Fig. 129 In the instrument cluster: Variants
A and B: fuel gauges for petrol and diesel. Variant C: fuel gauge for autogas
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings 
Lit up
Needle position 
Possible cause †...
Warning and indicator lamps
The warning and indicator lamps indicate various warnings , faults or certain
functions. Some warning and indicator lamps light up when the ignition is
switched on and should go out once the engine is running or the vehicle is in
motion.
Depending on the vehicle's equipment level, additional ...
