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How to replace the trunk latch of the Volkswagen Polo

Model: Volkswagen Polo Polo IV, MK IV, Polo 4, MK 4, 9N - Years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Part: Trunk lock

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Today's main information will show us how to disassemble and replace the trunk latch of the Volkswagen Polo. First, we open the rear hatch of the trunk and start disassembling the inner lining of the hatch by unscrewing the screws located on the handles; then we unscrew the screws of the trunk latch, disconnecting the metal cable and the electrical connector to remove the lock, as shown in the video.

At this point, we replace the trunk latch with the new one, finally reassembling all the elements of the rear hatch!


Posted on 4 August 2025 by ScegliAuto


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