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How to turn on the fog lights on a Polo?

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StLucy
07/30/25 2:35am

With the parking lights turned on, pull the light switch outward. Pulling it one notch turns on the front fog lights, and pulling it two notches turns on both the front and rear fog lights. Here are the steps to turn on the fog lights on a Polo: 1. Align the front fog light symbol with the activation point on the switch. At this point, the front fog light indicator will appear on the dashboard, indicating that the front fog lights are on. To activate the fog lights, you must first turn on the vehicle's lighting system, i.e., the parking lights. Locate the fog light symbol on the vehicle's light control lever and rotate the control ring. 2. Rotate the control ring to align the rear fog light symbol with the activation point. The rear fog light indicator will then appear on the dashboard, indicating that the rear fog lights are on. The front fog lights can be turned on independently, while the rear fog lights can only be activated together with the front fog lights and cannot be turned on alone. Additionally, depending on the model, some vehicles may have button-operated lights. Simply locate the fog light symbol and press the button to turn them on.

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McMorgan
08/16/25 8:46am

When I first bought my Volkswagen Polo, I also spent quite some time figuring out how to turn on the fog lights. Now I've got it down pat. It's actually just two steps: first, rotate the main light switch located below the left side of the steering wheel to the position for parking lights or low beams. Then, look at the ring-shaped knob in the middle of the switch—it has a fog light symbol, right? Turn it one notch forward for the front fog lights, and another notch for the rear fog lights. Remember, you must have the basic lights on before you can activate the fog lights; don't force it when the lights are completely off. If visibility is poor in rainy conditions, I'll turn on both front and rear fog lights, but avoid using them on clear days as they can dazzle other drivers. By the way, the rear fog light is particularly bright, and if left on for too long, a yellow warning light on the dashboard will remind you to turn it off.

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StMadeline
10/21/25 7:04am

Last time I drove my friend's Polo on a mountain road, I encountered heavy fog. Fortunately, I knew where the fog light switch was. It's operated on the lighting control stalk to the left of the steering wheel. You need to turn the main light switch to the on position—don't leave it in the off setting. Then, feel for the fog light knob in the middle of the control stalk. Turn it forward to activate the front fog lights, and continue turning to turn on the rear fog lights. To turn them off, just twist it back the opposite way. Important notes about using fog lights: They should only be turned on when visibility drops below 100 meters in rainy or foggy conditions, otherwise they can dazzle other drivers. The rear fog light is especially glaring—I usually turn it on for just two minutes when needed and then turn it off. Keep an eye on that red warning indicator at all times.

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AlessandraRose
12/04/25 7:29am

Turning on the Polo's fog lights is straightforward. The light control stalk is located on the left side of the steering wheel - rotate the top knob to activate the headlights. You'll then notice a secondary knob in the middle of the stalk featuring a fog light symbol. Turn it clockwise: the first click activates the front fog lights, the second click simultaneously engages the rear fog lights. Corresponding indicator lights will appear on the instrument cluster when activated. Using fog lights during rain significantly enhances safety perception, with the rear fog lights offering particularly strong light penetration. However, remember fog lights can be glaring at night - always switch them off when visibility improves.

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