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Replacement of the swing arm of the Volkswagen Polo 4

Model: Volkswagen Polo MK IV, Polo IV, Polo 4, MK 4, 9N - Years 2001-2009
Part: Control arm

To replace the front control arm of the Volkswagen Polo, loosen the nuts of the front wheel and lift the car with the help of a bridge. Remove the nuts and take off the wheel, clean the fastening nuts and unscrew them starting with the fixing element and ending with the spherical joint. Using a pry bar, remove the old control arm, then clean the housing with a brush and spray cleaner and insert the new control arm using the pry bar. Insert new nuts and bolts, support the suspension with a hydraulic jack and finish tightening the nuts with a torque wrench. Put the wheel back on and lower the car.

Posted on 7 October 2024 by ScegliAuto

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