Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Notes on tow-starting
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
Vehicles should not be tow-started wherever possible. Use jump leads to start the engine instead .
For technical reasons, the following vehicles cannot be tow-started:
- Vehicles with an automatic gearbox.
- If the vehicle battery has discharged, the engine control units will not function properly.
However, if the vehicle still has to be tow-started (manual gearbox):
- Engage second or third gear.
- Keep the clutch pressed down.
- Switch on the ignition and the hazard warning lights.
- Once both vehicles are in motion, release the clutch.
- As soon as the engine starts, press the clutch and put the gear into neutral. This helps to prevent driving into the towing vehicle.
NOTICE
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Notes on tow-starting
→ Notes on towing
→ Fitting the front towing eye
→ Rear towing eye
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Notes on towing
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
Tow rope or tow bar
It is easier and safer to tow a vehicle with a tow bar. Only use a tow rope
if you do not have a tow b ...
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Empty Refrigerant Circuit
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Remove malfunctioning component.
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Remove the A/C compressor.
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Remove oil drain plug from A/C compressor.
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Run-Flat System PAX, Examining Support Ring
As with the tire, the supporting ring is generally not
replaced after driving with flat tire.
Replace the support ring if the following damages have
occurred:
Blowouts or mis ...
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning lamp
→ Checking the electrolyte level of the vehicle battery
→ Charging, replacing, disconnecting and connecting the vehicle battery
The vehicle battery is a component of the electrical system in t ...