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Reserve Tank in a Polo?

DarkJager · 2006-12-21 12:52:57

Hi Guys, Just a quick question for you. I have a 01 Polo hatchback 1.0 Litre. The question is basically this... does anybody know what is the regular distance you can drive on the reserve tank? Sorry if it sounds stupid but I know absolutley nothing about the inner workings of cars :) Thanks

21-12-2006 12:52pm

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DarkJager

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Hi Guys,

Just a quick question for you. I have a 01 Polo hatchback 1.0 Litre. The question is basically this... does anybody know what is the regular distance you can drive on the reserve tank? Sorry if it sounds stupid but I know absolutley nothing about the inner workings of cars

Thanks

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#2 21-12-2006 12:58pm

Henry Ford III

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Maybe 60 miles if you are lucky.

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#3 21-12-2006 1:07pm

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It all depends on the driving conditions. In a typical motorway situation the fuel will go further than if you were stuck in heavy city traffic. You should always have enough to get to the next filling station. It's a good idea to hide a €10 note somewhere in the car - just in case you find your fuel running out and your wallet at home...............

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#4 21-12-2006 6:27pm

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not a great idea to drive on the reserve, dirt in the bottom of the tank will mess up engine.

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