Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Warning lamp
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
| Lit up | Possible cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
 |
At least one vehicle door is opened or not properly closed. | 
Do not drive on! |
| Open the appropriate vehicle door and then close it again. |
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.
A warning lamp 
appears in the
instrument cluster display if a door is open or not properly closed.
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning lamp
→ Childproof lock
Additional information and warnings:
Exterior views
Vehicle key set
...
Childproof lock
Fig. 27 In the left rear door: childproof
lock â’¶ switched off, â’· switched on
Fig. 28 In the right rear door: childproof
lock â’¶ switched off, â’· switched on
First read and observe the in ...
Other materials:
General information on transporting children in the vehicle
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Legislation and legal requirements take precedence over the descriptions in this
owner's manual. Various standards and regulations govern the use of child seats
and methods for securing them (). For example, this could me ...
Indicator lamps and fuel gauge
Fig. 129 In the instrument cluster: Variants
A and B: fuel gauges for petrol and diesel. Variant C: fuel gauge for autogas
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings 
Lit up
Needle position 
Possible cause †...
Checking the electrolyte level of the vehicle battery
Fig. 141 In the engine compartment: removing
the vehicle battery cover
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsThe electrolyte level of the vehicle battery should be
checked regularly in high-mileage vehicles, in hot countries and in older vehicle
batteries. ...
