Volkswagen Polo Quiz
Breakdown set

Checklist

In this manual: Breakdown set
Vehicle exterior — 4Vehicle interior — 8Instrument cluster — 14Before setting off — 14Opening and closing — 35Sitting correctly and safely — 46Lights and vision — 26Transporting items — 29Practical equipment — 20Starting the engine, changing gear and parking — 34Driver assist systems — 18Air conditioning system — 8At the filling station — 14In the engine compartment — 24Vehicle care and maintenance — 66Practical tips — 2In an emergency — 5Manual opening and closing — 6Vehicle toolkit — 4Hubcaps — 4Changing a wheel — 9Breakdown set — 7Fuses — 4Changing a bulb — 13Starting the engine with jump leads — 4Tow-starting and towing — 7
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    The following actions must always be carried out in the given order in preparation for filling a tyre :

  • If you get a flat tyre, park your vehicle on a firm and level surface at a safe distance from the flow of traffic.

  • Apply the handbrake firmly Braking, stopping and parking Brakes Parking .

  • Automatic gearbox: move the selector lever to position P Changing gear Changing gear Automatic gearbox see Automatic gearbox_0 Automatic gearbox see Changing gear_0 Automatic gearbox Manual gearbox see Changing gear_0 Manual gearbox .

  • Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition Starting and stopping the engine Engine and ignition Ignition see Engine and ignition_0 .

  • Manual gearbox: select a gear Changing gear Changing gear Automatic gearbox see Automatic gearbox_0 Automatic gearbox see Changing gear_0 Automatic gearbox Manual gearbox see Changing gear_0 Manual gearbox .

  • Ensure that all vehicle occupants exit the vehicle and go straight to a safe place, e.g. behind the safety barrier.

  • Switch on the hazard warning lights and position the warning triangle In an emergency Emergency . Observe any legal requirements.

  • Check whether the puncture can be repaired with the breakdown set Breakdown set When not to use_2 The tyre sealant must not be used:.

  • When towing a trailer, unhitch the trailer from the vehicle and park it properly.

  • Remove any items of luggage from the luggage compartment.

  • Take the breakdown set out of the luggage compartment.

  • Take the sticker ② from the breakdown set and stick it on the dash panel within the driver's field of vision.

  • Do not remove foreign objects (e.g. screws or nails) from the tyre.

Ignoring any of the items on this important safety checklist can lead to accidents and severe injuries.
  • Always follow the instructions in the checklist and observe the general safety procedures.

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