Get Instruments Guide for Volkswagen Polo SUV Fourth Generation (2001-2009)

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Flashing: fault in automatic gearbox.

→ Changing gear ꢀ

The start/stop system is not available. Automatic engine switch-off is active.

Start/stop system not available.

OR: the engine was started automatically.

→ Pull-away assist systems ꢀ

The engine is starting.

A mobile telephone is connected via Bluetooth to the factory-fitted provision for mobile

telephone.

⇒ BookletProvision for mobile

telephone,

Mobile telephone battery charge level. Only for factory-fitted provision for mobile telephone.

The outside temperature is below +4°C (+39°F).

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→ Instrumentsꢀ

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Note about information in the vehicle wallet.

WARNING

Failure to observe illuminated warning lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle breaking down in traffic, and can cause accident

and serious injury.

Never ignore any illuminated warning lamps or text messages.

Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.

Stop the vehicle at a safe distance away from moving traffic and make sure that no part of the exhaust system can come into contact with

any inflammable material underneath the vehicle, e.g. dry grass or fuel.

Any broken-down vehicle poses an increased accident risk, both for you and for other road users. If the situation requires, switch on the

hazard warning lights and set up the warning triangle as a warning to other road users.

Before opening the bonnet, switch off the engine and allow it to cool down sufficiently.

The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a dangerous area. Serious injuries can be sustained here → Preparation for working in

the engine compartment ꢀ .

NOTICE

Failure to observe illuminated indicator lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle being damaged.

Instruments

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

→ Instrument overview ꢀ

→ Displays ꢀ

→ Service interval display ꢀ

Additional information and warnings:

Warning and indicator lamps → Warning and indicator lamps ꢀ

Volkswagen information system → Volkswagen information system ꢀ

Infotainment system → Infotainment systemꢀ

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Selected gear display (for vehicles with an automatic gearbox) → Changing gear ꢀ

Information on service intervals ⇒ BookletService schedule,

WARNING

Accidents and injuries can occur if the driver is distracted.

Never press the buttons on the instrument cluster while the vehicle is in motion.

Instrument overview

Fig. 10 Instrument cluster in the dash panel (variant 1)

Fig. 11 Instrument cluster in the dash panel (variant 2)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings →

ꢀ

Introduction

Descriptions of the instruments → Fig. 10ꢀ or → Fig. 11ꢀ:

Rev. counter (running engine speed in revolutions x 1,000 per minute). The start of the red zone on the dial indicates the maximum

engine speed that may be used in each gear when the engine is warm and after it has been run in properly. You should change up a gear

or move the selector lever to D (or lift your foot off the accelerator) before the needle reaches the red zone → ꢀ.

Displays → Displays ꢀ .

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Speedometer

Setting button for the clock → Time ꢀ ¹⁾

.

Reset button for the trip recorder display (trip).

- Press the

button to reset to 0.

Coolant temperature display

→ Coolant ꢀ .

Fuel gauge → Filling the tank ꢀ .

NOTICE

When the engine is cold, avoid high engine speeds, driving at full throttle and overloading the engine.

The needle on the rev counter should only briefly point into the red area, as engine damage may otherwise be incurred.

Changing up a gear early will help to save fuel and minimise engine noise.

The fuel gauge is located in the lower field of the display → Fig. 10 ② ꢀ or in the speedometer → Fig. 11 ⑦ ꢀ.

¹⁾In some versions of the vehicle, it may be possible to adjust the clock settings using the Settings menu on the instrument cluster display

→ Volkswagen information system ꢀ .

Displays

Fig. 12 A: bonnet open, B: tailgate open, C: front left door open, D: right rear door open (only in four-door vehicles)

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings →

ꢀ

Introduction

When the outside temperature is low, the display in the instrument cluster may take slightly longer to appear than it does when the outside

temperatures is higher.

Depending on the vehicle equipment level, a variety of information can be displayed in the instrument cluster → Fig. 10 ② ꢀ or → Fig. 11 ② ꢀ:

Open doors, bonnet and tailgate → Fig. 12ꢀ

Warning and information messages

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Mileage displays

Time

Radio and navigation information ⇒ BookletRadio, or ⇒ BookletNavigation system,

Telephone information ⇒ BookletNavigation system, or ⇒ BookletRadio/navigation system,

Outside temperature

Compass display

Selector lever positions → Changing gear ꢀ

Gear change indicator → Changing gear ꢀ

Driving data display (multifunction display (MFD)) and menus for various settings → Volkswagen information system ꢀ

Service interval display → Service interval display ꢀ

Speed warning for winter tyres

Start/stop system status display → Pull-away assist systems ꢀ

Status display for active cylinder management (ACT^®) → Driving with respect for the environment ꢀ

Engine code

Fuel gauge → Filling the tank ꢀ

Open doors, bonnet and tailgate

The instrument cluster display indicates if any doors, or the bonnet or tailgate, are open once the vehicle has been unlocked, and while the

vehicle is in motion. In some cases, a signal tone is also given. Different instrument cluster designs will have different displays.

See

Key to → Fig. 12ꢀ

Do not drive on!

→ Preparation for working in

the engine compartment ꢀ

A

The bonnet is open or not properly closed.

Do not drive on!

B

→ Tailgate ꢀ

→ Doors ꢀ

Tailgate open or not properly closed.

Do not drive on!

C, D

The vehicle door is open or not properly closed.

Warning and information messages

The system checks certain components and functions in the vehicle when the ignition is switched on or while the vehicle is in motion.

Functional faults are indicated by red and yellow warning symbols with information messages on the instrument cluster display → Warning and

indicator lamps ꢀ . An acoustic warning is also given in certain cases. Different instrument cluster designs will have different displays.

In addition, a list of current malfunctions can be opened manually. To do so, choose Vehicle status or Vehicle in the selection menu

→ Volkswagen information system ꢀ .

Type of message

Symbol Explanation

colour

The symbol flashes or lights up (sometimes together with a signal tone).

Priority 1 warning

message.

Do not drive on! Danger → ꢀ!

Red

Check the fault and correct the cause. Seek expert assistance if necessary.

The symbol flashes or lights up (sometimes together with a signal tone).

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Priority 2 warning

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Your vehicle could be damaged or break down if there is a fault or if service fluids are running low

Yellow

–

message.

→

ꢀ.

Check the fault as soon as possible. Seek expert assistance if necessary.

Information message.

Information about various procedures within the vehicle.

Mileage displays

The odometer registers the total distance travelled by the car.

The trip recorder (trip) shows the distance travelled since the trip recorder was last reset. The final digit shows distances of 100 m.

Press button

in the instrument cluster → Instrument overview ꢀ briefly to reset the trip recorder to 0.

Time

Press the

button to mark either the hours or minutes display → Fig. 10 ④ ꢀor → Fig. 11 ④ ꢀ.

button to set the time → Fig. 10 ⑤ ꢀ or → Fig. 11 ⑤ ꢀ. Press and hold to scroll through quickly.

button again to finish setting the clock.

You can also set the time in the infotainment system using the

→ Menu and system settings (SETUP) ꢀ .

button and the

and Time and date function buttons

Outside temperature display

If the outside temperature is lower than approx. +4 °C (+39 °F), an acoustic signal in the form of a gong will sound to inform the driver, and a

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snowflake symbol will appear in addition to the outside temperature display

lit until the outside temperature rises above +6°C (+43°F) → ꢀ.

. This symbol flashes and then remains constantly

When the vehicle is stationary or travelling at very low speeds, the temperature displayed may be slightly higher than the actual outside

temperature as a result of the heat radiated from the engine.

The measuring range lies between -45 ℃ (-49 °F) and +76 ℃ (+169 °F).

Compass display

When the ignition and navigation system are switched on, the instrument cluster display shows the current direction of travel.

Selector lever positions (automatic gearbox)

The gear selected is displayed on the side of the selector lever and can also be displayed in the instrument cluster. In D or S, or in Tiptronic

mode, the display may show which gear has been selected → Changing gear ꢀ .

Gear-change indicator

While the vehicle is in motion, the instrument cluster may show which gear should be selected to reduce fuel consumption → Changing gear ꢀ .

Second speed display (mph or km/h)

In addition to the tachometer display, the speed can also be displayed in another unit of measurement (mph or km/h) while you are driving.

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Settings for the second speed display can be made and adjusted in the infotainment system using the

and the function buttons

, Units and Speed → Menu and system settings (SETUP) ꢀ .

It is not possible to switch off the second speedometer display in those countries where the law stipulates that the display cannot be

deactivated.

Speed warning for winter tyres

A display in the instrument cluster indicates when the set maximum speed has been exceeded → Volkswagen information system ꢀ .

Speed warning settings can be made and adjusted in the infotainment system using the

function buttons → Menu and system settings (SETUP) ꢀ .

button and the

and Tyres

Start/stop system status display

The instrument cluster display shows information about the current status → Pull-away assist systems ꢀ .

Status display for active cylinder management (ACT^®)

Depending on equipment levels, some vehicles will indicate the current number of active cylinders in the instrument cluster display, e.g. 2

cylinder mode.

For this purpose, the menu option Current fuel consumption, Average consumption or Range must be selected in the menu MFI → Volkswagen

information system ꢀ .

Engine code

Press and hold button

in the instrument cluster → Instrument overview ꢀ for at least 15 seconds to view the vehicle's engine

code (EC) in the display. The ignition should be switched on but the engine should not be running.

WARNING

Failure to observe illuminated warning lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle breaking down in traffic, and can cause accident

and serious injury.

Never ignore any illuminated warning lamps or text messages.

Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.

Any broken-down vehicle poses an increased accident risk, both for you and for other road users. If the situation requires, switch on the

hazard warning lights and set up the warning triangle as a warning to other road users.

Stop the vehicle at a safe distance away from moving traffic and make sure that no part of the exhaust system can come into contact with

any inflammable material underneath the vehicle, e.g. dry grass or fuel.

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WARNING

Streets and bridges can also be iced over at outside temperatures above zero degrees.

The snowflake symbol indicates that there is a risk of black ice.

There may be black ice on the roads even when outside temperatures are above +4°C (+39°F), even when no snowflake symbol is

displayed.

You should never rely solely on the outside temperature display!

NOTICE

Failure to observe illuminated indicator lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle being damaged.

Different instrument clusters are available, which means that the versions and displays may vary. In displays without warning or

information texts, faults are indicated exclusively by the indicator lamps.

Depending on the vehicle equipment level, some settings and displays may also appear in the infotainment system.

If several warning reports are detected, the symbols will appear for several seconds, one after another. The symbols will continue to

appear until the faults are rectified.

If warning messages about malfunctions are displayed when the ignition is switched on, it may not be possible to adjust some settings

as described, or the information display may appear differently. If this is the case, take the vehicle to a qualified workshop to have the

malfunction rectified.

Service interval display

Fig. 13 Schematic diagram: examples of displays in instrument cluster when a service is due

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Fig. 14 An example of the service information shown in the infotainment system

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings →

ꢀ

Introduction

The service displays are shown on the instrument cluster → Fig. 13ꢀ and in the infotainment system → Fig. 14ꢀ.

Versions and displays can vary as different versions of the instrument cluster and of the infotainment system are available.

Service schedules at Volkswagen are divided into two categories, oil change service and inspections. The service interval display provides

information on the next service which includes an oil change and on the next scheduled inspection. Scheduled services can also be found in

the service schedule.

In vehicles with fixed oil change service, services take place at predefined intervals.

The service intervals are calculated on an individual basis in vehicles with flexible oil change service. Advances in technology have brought

about a considerable reduction in servicing requirements. An oil change service must only be carried out when required by the vehicle. The

individual conditions in which the vehicle is used, as the driver's personal driving style, are taken into account. The service reminder is

displayed 30 days before the service is due. The distance is rounded to the nearest 100 km; the remaining time is rounded to full days.

Service alert

If an oil change service or inspection is due soon, a service alert will appear the next time the ignition is switched on.

The number of kilometres or amount of time shown correspond to the maximum number of kilometres or maximum time that can still be driven

before the next service.

Service event

For a scheduled oil change or a scheduled inspection a signal tone will be given when the ignition is switched on and the spanner symbol

will be displayed for several seconds on the instrument cluster display. One of the following displays will also appear → Fig. 13ꢀ:

Inspection now!

Oil change now!

Oil change and inspection now!

Accessing a service message

You can access the current service schedule when the ignition is switched on, the engine is not running, and the vehicle is stationary:

Press button

in the instrument cluster → Instrument overview ꢀ until the word Service appears in the display.

Release the button and wait for approx. 2 seconds or press

.

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The number of kilometres or amount of time until the next oil change service is shown in the display, followed by the same information for

the next inspection.

Service information → Fig. 14ꢀ can also be displayed in the infotainment system by pressing the

button and the

and

Service function buttons → Menu and system settings (SETUP) ꢀ .

An overdue service is indicated by a minus sign in front of the mileage or trip reading.

Resetting oil change service

If the oil change service was not performed by a Volkswagen workshop, it can be reset as follows:

Switch off the ignition.

Press and hold down the

Restart the ignition.

button in the instrument cluster → Instrument overview ꢀ .

Release the

button.

Confirm the query in the instrument cluster with the

button.

Do not reset the display between service intervals. This can lead to incorrect information being displayed.

If you manually reset the service interval display while flexible oil change service is valid, fixed oil change service will be activated. The service

interval will no longer be calculated on an individual basis ⇒ BookletService schedule, .

Resetting inspection

If the inspection was not performed by a Volkswagen workshop, it can be reset as follows:

Switch off the ignition.

Press and hold down the

Restart the ignition.

button in the instrument cluster → Instrument overview ꢀ .

Release the

button and press it again.

Confirm the query in the instrument cluster with the

button.

The service message will go out after a few seconds once the engine is running or by pressing the

→ Instrument overview ꢀ button.

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If the vehicle battery is disconnected for long periods in a vehicle with flexible oil change service, the system will not be able to calculate

the time when the next service is due. The service displays could then display incorrect information. If this is the case then please observe the

maximum service intervals shown in ⇒ BookletService schedule, .

Volkswagen information system

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

→ Overview of the menu structure ꢀ

→ Using the selection menu in the instrument cluster ꢀ

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