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
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Contents of the breakdown set
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Preparation
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings ...
Other materials:
Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator
Fig. 124 In the stowage compartment on
the front passenger side: button for the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator uses data
from the ABS sensors and other functions to check the speed of rot ...
Side view
Fig. 1 Overview of the right side of
the vehicle Positions ③, ④, ⑤ and ⑤ are also at the same position on the left
side of the vehicle.
Key for :
Tank flap
Roof aerial
Attachment points for the mounts and
roof carrier
Door release lever
Exterior mirrors
Jacking p ...
Critical Point
Vehicle air conditioning systems make use of the
vaporization and condensation process. In this case, one works
with a substance which boils easily, designated as refrigerant.
The refrigerant employed is tetrafluoroethane R134a, which
bo ...
