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:
Changing the bulbs in the tail light cluster
Fig. 184 On the side of the
luggage compartment: removing the tail light cluster
Fig. 185 Tail light cluster:
removing the bulb holder
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
The steps should only be carried out in the specified order.
Removing the tail li ...
Catalytic converter
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsThe catalytic converter is used for exhaust gas post-treatment
and helps to reduce exhaust emissions. To help ensure long-term functionality in
the exhaust system and the catalytic converter:
Use unleaded petrol only.
...
Checklist
Never carry out any work on the engine or in the engine compartment
if you are not familiar with the requisite procedures and general safety requirements,
or if you only have access to incorrect operating equipment, service fluids,
and unsuitable tools . The work should be carried ou ...
