Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Switching the TCS on and off
Fig. 116 In the centre console: button for switching the TCS on and off manually
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The electronic stability control (ESC) only functions when the engine is running. It consists of ABS, EDL and TCS.
When the engine is running, the TCS can be switched off by pressing the
button . The TCS should
only be switched off in certain situations when the traction achieved is not sufficient.
For example:
- When driving in deep snow or on loose surfaces.
- When rocking the vehicle backwards and forwards to free it from mud.
Then press the
button to switch the TCS back on.
Brake support systems
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The brake support systems ESC, ABS, BAS,
TCS and EDL only function when the engine is running. They make a considerable co ...
Brake fluid
Fig. 117 In the engine compartment: cap
on the brake fluid container
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Brake fluid will gradually absorb water
from the ...
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Critical Point
Vehicle air conditioning systems make use of the
vaporization and condensation process. In this case, one works
with a substance which boils easily, designated as refrigerant.
The refrigerant employed is tetrafluoroethane R134a, which
bo ...
Driving through water on roads
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Please follow these rules to help prevent damage to your vehicle when driving
through water, for example if the road is flooded:
Check the depth of the water before driving through it. The water level
must be no hig ...
Using the vehicle in other countries and continents
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsThe vehicle has been manufactured specifically for a particular
country and complies with the registration regulations that applied in that country
at the time of vehicle production.
If the vehicle is to be sold in anothe ...
