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:
Engine Cooling
Because towing places higher demands on the engine cooling
system, the cooling system is enhanced in vehicles that have
factory-installed trailer hitches, if necessary. This is done by
installing a stronger or a second coolant fan and/or a larger
radiato ...
Refrigerant Still in Circuit
Discharge the refrigerant circuit.
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Remove malfunctioning component, flush with compressed air,
collect escaping refrigerant oil.
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The new component is to be filled with the amount of
refrig ...
Notes on tow-starting
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
Vehicles should not be tow-started wherever possible. Use jump leads
to start the engine instead .
For technical reasons, the following vehicles cannot be
tow-started:
Vehicles with an automatic gearbox.
If ...
