Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Stowing items of luggage
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Always stow all items of luggage in the vehicle securely.
- Distribute items in the vehicle, on the roof and on the trailer as evenly as possible.
- Place heavy objects as far forward in the luggage compartment as possible. Position the rear seat backrests securely in the upright position.
- Secure luggage in the luggage compartment to the fastening rings with suitable straps .
- Adjust the headlight range .
- Adjust the tyre pressure according to the vehicle load. Please read the tyre pressure sticker .
- In vehicles with a Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, set the new vehicle load level as necessary .
NOTICE
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Stowing items of luggage
→ Driving with an open tailgate
→ Driving a loaded vehicle
→ Vehicle-spe ...
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 ...
Other materials:
Reinforced Shock Absorbers and Coil Springs
Reinforced shock absorbers and coil springs on the vehicle
rear axle reduce pitching motions between the vehicle and the
trailer. If not already installed in the factory, these shock
absorbers and springs can often be retrofitted at authorized
Volk ...
Stopping the engine
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The steps should only be carried out in the specified order.
1.
The vehicle must be completely stationary .
2.
Press the brake pedal. Keep ...
Exterior mirrors
Fig. 80 In the front doors: setting knob
for the mechanical exterior mirrors
Fig. 81 In the driver door: rotary knob
for the electric exterior mirrors
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The exterior mirrors are adjusted by moving the setting knob or th ...
