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Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Warning lamp

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

Lit up Possible cause Solution
The tailgate is open or not properly closed. Do not drive on!
Open the tailgate and 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 the tailgate is open or not properly closed.

WARNING

If the tailgate is not properly closed it could open suddenly while the vehicle is in motion. This could lead to severe injuries.
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:  → Warning lamp  → Opening the tailgate  → Closing the tailgate Additional information and warnings: Exterio ...

Opening the tailgate
Fig. 29 In the vehicle key: tailgate release button Fig. 30 Opening the tailgate from the outside First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Before opening the ...

Other materials:

Rear view
Fig. 3 Overview of the rear of the vehicle Key for : Roof aerial High-mounted brake light Rear window Rear window heating Window aerial Rear window wiper Volkswagen badge, used for opening the tailgate Tail light cluster Number plate lights ...

Start/stop system
Fig. 119 In the upper part of the centre console: button for the start/stop system First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings If the start/stop system is activated, the engine will be switched off automatically when the vehicle is stationary. When required, t ...

How to start the engine using jump leads
Fig. 191 How to connect the jump leads when starting vehicles without start/stop system: discharged battery Ⓐ and battery providing assistance Ⓑ Fig. 192 How to connect the jump leads when starting vehicles with start/stop system: discharged battery Ⓐ and battery providing assistance ...

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