Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Driving a loaded vehicle
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
For good vehicle handling when driving a loaded vehicle, please observe the following:
- Stow all items of luggage securely .
- Accelerate carefully and gently.
- Avoid sudden braking and driving manoeuvres.
- Brake earlier than you normally would.
- If applicable, observe the information concerning driving with a trailer .
- If applicable, heed the information about driving with a roof carrier .
WARNING
- Secure objects properly to prevent them from sliding.
- Use suitable straps when securing heavy objects.
- Engage the rear seat backrests securely in an upright position.
Driving with an open tailgate
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Driving with an open tailgate is particularly dangerous. Ensure that the open
tailgate and any objects are secured properly ...
Vehicle-specific weight ratings
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
All data in the official vehicle documents take precedence over these data. All
data in this manual apply to the basic mode ...
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ General information on transporting children in the vehicle
→ Various securing systems
→ Using a child seat on the front passenger seat
→ Using a child seat on the rear seats
→ Securing c ...
Tire Wear, One Sided
In many causes, this is caused by driving style, but
sometimes it is also caused by incorrect axle adjustment.
Increased One-Sided Wear
One-sided wear, in conjunction with scrub marks on ...
Maximum permitted gross combination weight
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
All data in the official vehicle documents take precedence over these data. All
data in this manual apply to the basic model. The vehicle data sticker in the service
schedule and the official vehicle documents show which ...
