Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Vehicle lifting points
Fig. 150 Lifting points at front for the lifting platform or vehicle jack
Fig. 151 Lifting points at rear for the lifting platform or vehicle jack
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsThe vehicle may only be lifted at the points shown in the illustrations and . If the vehicle is not raised on the lifting points shown, the vehicle could be damaged . There is also a risk of serious injury .
Lifting platforms with fluid filled cushions (receiving platforms) may not be used for lifting the vehicle.
There are many precautions that have to be followed when lifting a vehicle on a workshop hoist or floor jack. Do not try to lift a vehicle on a lifting platform or vehicle jack unless you have the training, knowledge and experience to be able to do so safely.
Using the jack to lift the vehicle .
WARNING
- Always read and heed the operating instructions from the lifting platform or vehicle jack manufacturer and any legal regulations before lifting the vehicle.
- All occupants should leave the vehicle before it is lifted.
- The vehicle should only be lifted at the points indicated in the illustrations and . If the vehicle is not lifted at the points shown, it could fall off the lifting platform when work is being carried out, e.g. when the engine or gearbox is removed.
- The vehicle jacking points must be placed on the centre of the vehicle lift support surfaces, with as much surface contact between the vehicle and the support surfaces as possible.
- Never start the engine when the vehicle is raised. The vibration of the engine could cause the vehicle to fall off the lifting point.
- If work has to be carried out underneath the lifted vehicle, secure the vehicle with suitable jack stands with a sufficient load-bearing capacity.
- Never climb up the lifting platform.
- Always ensure that the vehicle is not heavier than the lifting capacity of the lifting platform.
NOTICE
- Never lift the vehicle by the engine oil sump, the gearbox or the front or rear axle.
- To prevent damage to the underside of the vehicle when lifting, rubber pads must be used. Ensure that the lifting platform arms are able to move freely.
- The lifting platform arms must not be allowed to come into contact with the sills or any other part of the vehicle.
Using a mobile telephone in the vehicle without a connection to the external
aerial
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsBoth during telephone calls and in standby mode, mobile
telephones transmit and receive radio waves, which may also be termed ...
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New wheels and tyres
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsNew tyres
Drive particularly carefully for the first 600 km with new tyres as the
tyres have to be run in. Tyres that have not been run in have reduced
grip and braking effect .
All four wheels must be fitted ...
Stowage compartment in the front passenger footwell
Fig. 99 In the front passenger footwell:
stowage compartment for high-visibility waistcoat
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Opening and closing the high-visibility waistcoat stowage compartment
To open, grip the handle (arrow) and pull the cover out of ...
Switching the front passenger front airbag on and off manually using the key-operated
switch
Fig. 58 In the stowage compartment on
the front passenger side: key switch for disabling and enabling the front airbag
on the front passenger side
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The front passenger front airbag must be switched off when securing a
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