Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Switching lights on and off

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Fig. 68 Next to the steering wheel: examples of the various light switches

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

Observe any country-specific regulations when using vehicle lighting.

In vehicles with a factory-fitted towing bracket, the vehicle's rear fog lights are switched off automatically if a trailer with rear fog lights is electrically connected to the vehicle.

Turn the light switch to the required position :
	When the ignition is switched off	When the ignition is switched on
	The fog lights, dipped beam headlights and side lights are switched off.	The lights are switched off, or the daytime headlights or daytime running lights are switched on.
	The side lights are switched on.	The side lights are switched on.
	The dipped beam headlights are switched off. The side lights may still light up for a short time.	The dipped beam headlights are switched on.

Fog lights

The indicator lamps or in the light switch or instrument cluster indicate that the fog lights are switched on.

To switch the fog light on, pull the light switch out of the position or to the first stop.

To switch the rear fog light on, pull the light switch out of position or as far as it will go.

To switch the fog lights off, press the light switch or move it to position .

Signal tones if lights are not switched off

If the key is removed from the ignition lock and the driver door is opened, a signal tone will sound in any of the following situations. This will remind you to switch off the lights as necessary.

If the parking light is switched on , .

If the light switch is in position or .

Gas discharge bulbs

Gas discharge bulbs generate bright, uniform light for better illumination of the road. This also improves the visibility of the vehicle for other road users. The light from gas discharge bulbs is generated by passing a very high current between two electrodes located in a gas-filled bulb.

The electrodes wear over time, which increases the distance between them. The control unit for the gas discharge bulbs detect this change and increases the current to ensure that the generated light remains bright and uniform.

However, gas discharge bulbs can also blow. Before they blow, they may flicker or stop generating uniform light. Some vehicles (depending on the equipment level) may display a corresponding notification in the instrument cluster.

If the gas discharge bulbs flicker or stop generating uniform light, go to a qualified workshop immediately to have the headlights checked.

WARNING

The side lights and daytime running lights are not bright enough to illuminate the road ahead and to ensure that other road users are able to see you.

Always switch the dipped beam headlights on if it is dark, raining or visibility is poor.

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