2015 VOLKSWAGEN POLO light

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Flashing: fault in automatic gearbox. → Changing gear  
The start/stop system is not available. Automatic engine switch-off is active.
 → Pull-away assist systems  Start/stop system not available.
OR: the engine was started automatically.
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.
m/k/s296MKThe outside temperature is below +4°C (+39°F). → Instruments 
Note about information in the vehicle wallet.–
 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 system 
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   .
WARNING
Failure to observe illuminated indicator lamps and text messages can lead to your vehicle being damaged.
NOTICE
Instruments

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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   .
 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 four­door 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. 12 
Warning and information messages
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.
NOTICE

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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.
Key to  → Fig. 12 See
A Do not drive on!
The bonnet is open or not properly closed.
 → Preparation for working in
the engine compartment  
B Do not drive on!
Tailgate open or not properly closed. → Tailgate  
C, D Do not drive on!
The vehicle door is open or not properly closed. → Doors  
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 messageSymbol
colour
Explanation
Priority 1 warning
message.Red
The symbol flashes or lights up (sometimes together with a signal tone).
Do not drive on! Danger  → !
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
message.
YellowYour vehicle could be damaged or break down if there is a fault or if service fluids are running low
 → .
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  .
Press the  button to set the time  → Fig. 10 ⑤   or  → Fig. 11 ⑤  . Press and hold to scroll through quickly.
Press the  button again to finish setting the clock.
You can also set the time in the infotainment system using the button and the and Time and date function buttons
 → Menu and system settings (SETUP)   .
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
snowflake symbol will appear in addition to the outside temperature display m/k/s296MK. This symbol flashes and then remains constantly
lit until the outside temperature rises above +6°C (+43°F)  → .
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 button and the and Tyres
function buttons  → Menu and system settings (SETUP)   .
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.
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.
WARNING

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MenuFunction
Front AssistSwitches the area monitoring system on or off  → Area monitoring system (Front Assist)   .
ACCAdaptive cruise control display  → Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)   .
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
 → Vehicle settings menu  
 → Think Blue. Trainer.  
Additional information and warnings:
Instruments  → Instruments 
Volkswagen information system  → Volkswagen information system  
Central locking system  → Central locking system  
Electric windows  → Electric windows  
Lights  → Lights  
Windscreen wipers/washer  → Windscreen wipers and washer  
Mirrors  → Mirrors  
Brake support systems  → Braking, stopping and parking  
Driving with respect for the environment  → Driving with respect for the environment  
Driver assist systems  → Driver assist systems 
Wheels and tyres  → Wheels and tyres  
⇒ BookletRadio , or ⇒ BookletNavigation system,
General information on operating the unit
The following section contains information on the settings that can be adjusted in the Vehicle settings menu. Basic information on operating the
infotainment system and on warning and safety instructions are contained in a separate manual ⇒ BookletRadio, or ⇒ BookletNavigation
system, .
Systems settings and display of vehicle information
After pressing the infotainment button you can touch the corresponding function button to display information or adjust settings, e.g.
you can check the current status of the start/stop system  → Pull-away assist systems   in the Vehicle status menu.
Vehicle settings (setup)  → Vehicle settings menu   .
Radio station selection.
Active media.
Vehicle status.
Driving data.
Convenience consumers.
Infotainment system
Menu and system settings (SETUP)

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Driver assistance
Front Assist (area monitoring
system)
The following systems can be activated or deactivated:
– Area monitoring system,
– Advance warning,
– Distance warning display.
 → Area
monitoring system
(Front Assist)  
Driver Alert SystemActivation or deactivation of the Driver Alert System.
 → Driver Alert
System
(recommendation
for rest breaks)  
Parking/manoeuvring,ParkPilot
Activation or deactivation of automatic activation of the
ParkPilot.
 → ParkPilot  The following functions can be set:
– Front and rear volume,
– Front and rear tone,
– Audio volume reduction.
Lights
Light Assist
The following systems can be activated or deactivated:
– Automatic dipped headlights (when raining),
– Lane change flash.
 → Lights  
The following functions can be set:
– Switch-on time for automatic headlight control,
– Travel mode (right-hand or left-hand drive).
Interior lightingSetting the instrument and switch lighting
Coming Home/Leaving Home
function
The following functions can be set:
– Duration that the Coming Home function is switched on,
– Duration that the Leaving Home function is switched on,
Mirror and wipers
MirrorsActivating and deactivating the folding-in function when
parking. → Mirrors  
Wipers
The following systems can be activated or deactivated:
– Automatic wipe function when raining,
– Rear window wipers in reverse gear.
 → Windscreen
wipers and
washer  
Opening/closingCentral locking
Setting door unlocking. → Central locking
system  Activation or deactivation of automatic locking.
Instrument cluster–
The following systems can be activated or deactivated:
– Current fuel consumption,
– Average fuel consumption,
– Top-up volume,
– Convenience consumers,
– Eco tips,
– Travel time,
– Distance,
– Average speed,
– Digital speed display,
– Speed warning function,
– Oil temperature.
 → Volkswagen
information
system  
The following data can be reset:
– Driving data since start,
– Driving data long-term.
The following functions can be set:
– Clock time source (manual, GPS),
– Time,

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Time and date–– Time format (12h, 24h),
– Set summer time automatically,
– Time zone,
– Date,
– Date format.
–
Units–
The following functions can be set:
– Distance,
– Speed,
– Temperature,
– Volumes,
– Consumption,
– Pressure.
–
Service–
The following data are displayed:
– Vehicle identification number,
– Date of next inspection,
– Date of next oil change service.
 → Instruments 
Factory settings–
The following settings can be reset:
– All settings,
– Driver assistance,
– Parking/manoeuvring,
– Lights,
– Mirror and wipers,
– Opening/closing,
– Multifunction display.
–
Think Blue. Trainer.
Fig. 17 Infotainment system screen: overview of Think Blue. Trainer.
Fig. 18 Infotainment system screen: driving style display.
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings →Introduction