Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Switching the TCS on and off
Fig. 116 In the centre console: button for switching the TCS on and off manually
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The electronic stability control (ESC) only functions when the engine is running. It consists of ABS, EDL and TCS.
When the engine is running, the TCS can be switched off by pressing the
button . The TCS should
only be switched off in certain situations when the traction achieved is not sufficient.
For example:
- When driving in deep snow or on loose surfaces.
- When rocking the vehicle backwards and forwards to free it from mud.
Then press the
button to switch the TCS back on.
Brake support systems
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The brake support systems ESC, ABS, BAS,
TCS and EDL only function when the engine is running. They make a considerable co ...
Brake fluid
Fig. 117 In the engine compartment: cap
on the brake fluid container
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Brake fluid will gradually absorb water
from the ...
Other materials:
Loading the trailer
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Trailer weight and drawbar load
The trailer weight is the weight that the vehicle can pull . The drawbar load
is the weight that the towing bracket exerts on the ball coupling vertically from
above .
The figures for tr ...
EU Tire Label, Goals
To reduce fuel usage
To improve road safety
To reduce traffic noise
The EU Tire Label Provides the End-User with Information
About the Tire's Most Important Properties. However, it Does ...
Leaks or Internal Damage, for Example Noises or No Output
Note
For vehicles with an electrically-driven A/C compressor,
de-energize the high voltage system before removing the A/C
compressor. Refer to
→ Electrical System Hybrid; Rep. Gr.93.
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Dischar ...
