Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Contents of the breakdown set
Fig. 171 The breakdown set
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
The breakdown set is located underneath the floor covering in the luggage compartment. It includes the following components :
Valve core extractor 
Sticker with the maximum permitted
speed max. 80 km/h or max. 50 mph 
Filler hose with plug 
Air compressor 
Tyre filler hose 
Tyre pressure display1)
Air bleed screw2) 
On/off switch 
12-volt plug 
Tyre filler bottle with sealant1)
Spare valve core
There is a slot on the lower end of the valve insert extractor ① for the valve insert. This is required for extracting and fitting the tyre valve. This also applies to the spare valve core ⑪.
1) Could also be integrated in the compressor.
2) This function may be carried out by a button in the compressor instead.
Introduction
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Preparation
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings ...
Other materials:
Windshield and Rear Window Washer System
The following hose connection types are used for connecting
hoses to pumps and spray nozzles or as separating points
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To loosen the connection, pulling both halves of the
coupling apart.
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Manual gearbox: selecting a gear
Fig. 110 Gear shift pattern of a 5 or 6-speed
manual gearbox
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The positions of the individual driving
gears are shown on the gearshift lever .
Fully depress and hold the clutch pedal.
Move the gear lever t ...
Cigarette lighter
Fig. 105 In the front centre console:
cigarette lighter
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
With the ignition switched on, press in the knob on the cigarette lighter
.
Wait for the lighter to pop out.
Pull out the cigarette lighter and li ...
