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Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Turn signal and main beam lever

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Fig. 67 Turn signal and main beam lever

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

Move the turn signal and main beam lever to the desired position:

  1. Right turn signal . When the ignition is switched off, right parking light .
  2. Left turn signal . When the ignition is switched off, left parking light .
  3. Switch on the main beam . When the main beam is switched on, an indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up.
  4. Operate headlight flasher. The headlight flasher comes on for as long as you pull the turn signal and main beam lever. The indicator lamp lights up.

Return the turn signal and main beam lever to the basic position in order to deactivate the current function.

Lane change flash

To operate the lane change flash, push the turn signal and main beam lever up or down to the point where you meet resistance and then release the lever. The turn signal flashes three times.

This function can be deactivated at a qualified workshop.

WARNING

Incorrect use of turn signals, a failure to use turn signals, or forgetting to switch off a turn signal can confuse other road users. This can lead to accidents and serious injuries.

WARNING

Incorrect use of the main beam headlights can lead to accidents and serious injuries as the main beam headlights can distract and dazzle other road users.

The turn signal will only work when the ignition is switched on. The hazard warning lights also work when the ignition is switched off .

If one turn signal fails on the vehicle or on the trailer, the indicator lamp will start flashing twice as fast.

The main beam headlights can only be switched on if the ignition is on and the dipped beam headlights are already on.
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