Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Vehicle identification data
Fig. 15 A: Vehicle data sticker: example shows a vehicle with engine code CCZB ③. B: Type plate
Fig. 16 Vehicle identification number
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Vehicle identification number (FIN)
The vehicle identification number can be read from outside the vehicle through
a viewer in the windscreen (arrow). The viewer is located in the lower corner of
the windscreen. The vehicle identification number is also stamped on the right water
drain channel. The water drainage channel is located between the suspension turret
and wing. You have to open the bonnet
to gain access to the vehicle identification
number .
Vehicle data sticker
The vehicle data sticker A is in the spare wheel well area in the luggage compartment. It contains the following data:
Vehicle identification number (chassis
number) 
Vehicle type, engine power, gearbox type
Engine and gearbox code, paint number,
interior equipment. In the example, the engine code is CCZB . 
Optional extras, PR numbers
These vehicle data are also contained in the service schedule.
Type plate
The type plate B can be seen on the lower part of the door pillar when the door is open. Vehicles for certain export countries do not have a type plate.
The type plate contains the following data:
Gross vehicle weight rating 
Gross combination weight (vehicle plus
trailer) 
Gross axle weight rating, front 
Gross axle weight rating, rear
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Vehicle identification data
→ Engine data
→ Dimensions
→ Performance figures
The vehicle data stic ...
Engine data
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
For reasons of vehicle registration and vehicle taxation, the power output and
performance of some engines may vary in some ...
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Note
For vehicles in which no adapters fit on to the refrigerant
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The dangers of assuming an incorrect sitting position
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
If the seat belts are not worn or are worn incorrectly, the risk of severe or
fatal injuries increases. Seat belts can only provide optimal protection if the
seat belt routing is correct. Assuming an incorrect sitting pos ...
