November 2013

Inside Line: Corteco

VW Polo to 09 Corteco has identified a suspension issue on certain models in this range. The replacement part concerns those fitted with manual transmissions. The component is the rear engine mounting. The part number […]

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Inside Line: TecRMI

Noises from the transmission oil on a VW Polo 1.2-litre (9N_) Reference number(s): 35A7 Fault symptoms: Increased wear on transmission. Noises in the 1st and 2nd gear from the transmission region. Causes: Wrong transmission oil […]

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Inside Line: ZF Services

ZF Services UK offers advice on correct installation of replacement bushes on the front and rear suspension of the Volkswagen Polo Front wishbone A modified bush design (LEMFÖRDER part no. 34559 01) is available for […]

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Inside Line: Gates

VW Polo up to 09 Gates advises that a new water pump should be installed as part of a timing belt drive system overhaul. It adds that in the event of any subsequent problems, if […]

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Inside Line: Forté

VW Polo petrol engines can suffer with sticking valves due to carbon build up on valves and valve seats resulting in an engine misfire, low compression and the engine management light coming on showing a […]

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Inside Line: First Line

Wheel Bearings The fifth generation VW polo, also known as the 6R, was introduced in 2009 and is based on the VAG PQ25 platform, which is shared with the Seat Ibiza, Skoda Fabia and Audi […]

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Inside Line: Comma

A few notes about the VW Polo IV (2002 – 2009) Engine Oil For this particular series of Polo, VW lists several specifications for engine oil which should be covered by Comma Prolife 5W30, Comma […]

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Inside Line: Remy

Rotating Electrics Remy warns of the potential problems for the technician because a wide variety of starters and alternators were fitted to these models. This is why it is absolutely essential that the technician compares […]

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Inside Line: FPS

1993 models had a problem with the security of the brake pipes not being correctly secured the steering rack which caused the pies to chafe through. (VOSA) 1997 -1999 models could experience cracking to the […]

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Inside Line: Cambiare

Engine Management Coolant Temperature sensors make up 34 percent of the top ten selling Cambiare parts for the polo. Technicians should be aware that a failure of this component will result in higher than normal […]

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