Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Diesel particulate filter
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The diesel particulate filter filters out soot particles in the exhaust gas. The soot particles gather in the filter and are burnt under high temperatures periodically (regeneration). Heat produced can warm the engine.
Regeneration can cause noises, light smells and delay in radiator fan irrespective of the outside temperature, even after the engine is switched off.
To assist the regeneration of diesel particle filter, Volkswagen recommends that
you avoid making only short journeys. In vehicles with automatic gearboxes the engine
speed can increase while the vehicle is being driven. However, the indicator lamp
will not light up.
Observe the following points to ensure that the exhaust system and the diesel particulate filter will work properly for a long time:
- Only use diesel with low sulphur levels .
- Never use biodiesel, petrol or heating oil.
- Do not allow the fuel tank to run empty.
- Do not overfill engine oil .
- Do not tow-start the vehicle. Use jump leads .
Even when the exhaust purification system is working perfectly, there may be a smell of sulphur from the exhaust in some conditions. This depends on the sulphur content of the fuel being used.
Catalytic converter
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsThe catalytic converter is used for exhaust gas post-treatment
and helps to reduce exhaust emissions. To help ensure long-ter ...
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6-Pin Universal Oxygen Sensor, Removing and Installing
Note
Use the faulty sensor as a guide for installing all of the
accompanying attachments, cable ties or marking bands.
Do not crimp or cut the wires otherwise the functionality of
the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) will ...
Corrective Action When Vehicle Pulls to One Side
Test Conditions Before and During the Road Test
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Check all suspension components on front and rear axle for
damage.
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Check tire pressure and correct if necessary.
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Curtain airbags
Fig. 61 On the left-hand side of the vehicle:
location and deployment zone of the curtain airbag
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
In the interior, a curtain airbag is fitted above the doors on both the driver
and front passenger sides . The airbag loca ...
