Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Warning and indicator lamps
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Depending ont eh vehicle equipment scope, an electrohydraulic or an electromechanic steering system may be fitted.
| Lit up | Possible cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
 |
Electrohydraulic or electromechanic steering reduced. | The steering should be checked by a qualified workshop as soon as possible. |
| If the yellow warning lamp remains off after the ignition has been restarted and you have driven a short distance, you do not need to consult a qualified workshop. | ||
| The vehicle battery has been disconnected and reconnected. | Drive a short distance at a speed of 15 – 20 km/h (10 – 12 mph). |
Several warning and indicator lamps will light up briefly as a functional check when the ignition is switched on. They will switch off after a few seconds.
WARNING
- Never ignore any illuminated warning lamps or text messages.
- Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.
NOTICE
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning and indicator lamps
→ Information on steering
Additional information and warnings:
Starting and s ...
Information on steering
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The steering should be locked every time
you leave the vehicle to make it more difficult for the vehicle to be stolen.
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Other materials:
Front airbags
Fig. 56 Location and deployment zone of
the driver front airbag
Fig. 57 Location and deployment zone of
the front passenger front airbag
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
In conjunction with the seat belts, the front airbag system gives the front occu ...
Warning lamp and coolant temperature display
Fig. 138 Coolant temperature display in
instrument cluster: Ⓐ cold; Ⓑ normal; Ⓒ warning
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsA display for the coolant temperature may be, depending
on the vehicle equipment, located in instrument cluster. In normal driv ...
Maintenance Test, Performing
WARNING
Do not check or charge batteries that have a visual
indicator that is bright yellow. Jump starting must not
be used!
There is a risk of explosion during testing,
cha ...
