Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Checklist
Does the vehicle need any technical modifications for driving abroad, e.g. masking or switching the headlights over?
Are the necessary tools, diagnostic equipment and spare parts available for service and repair work?
Are there any Volkswagen dealerships in the destination country?
For petrol engines: is unleaded petrol with the correct octane number available?
For diesel engines: is diesel with a low sulphur level available?
For autogas engines: is autogas that complies with DIN EN 589 available?
Are the correct engine oil ( Engine oil Engine oil Engine compartment Engine oil_3 Oil see Engine oil_3 ) and other service fluids that comply with Volkswagen specifications available in the destination country?
Will the factory-fitted navigation system work with the navigation data available in the destination country?
Are special tyres necessary for travelling in the destination country?
In some countries, special safety standards and emissions-related legislation apply that may differ form the construction of the vehicle, Volkswagen recommends that you visit your Volkswagen dealership before travelling abroad to find out about any legal requirements and the following issues at your destination:
NOTICE
Driving abroad
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings ...
Driving through water on roads
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Please follow these rules to help prevent damage to your vehicle when driving
through water, for example if the road is flo ...
Other materials:
Interior and reading lights
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Button or position
Function
Switches off the interior lights.
Switches on the interior lights.
Switches door contact switch on (central posit ...
Controls for the heating and fresh air system
Fig. 127 In the centre console: rotary
controller of the heating and fresh air system with controls
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Button, control
Additional information. Heating and fresh air system
...
Radio reception and aerials
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsFor factory-fitted radio or navigation systems, the aerial
for radio reception can be installed in various locations in the vehicle:
On the inside of the rear window, together with the rear window heating.
On the i ...
