Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Stowing items of luggage

Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual / Transporting items / Driving tips / 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

Hard objects on the shelf can chafe against the wires of the heating element in the rear window and cause damage.

Observe any information concerning loading a trailer and roof carrier .

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