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How to replace the heater radiator of the Volkswagen Polo

Model: Volkswagen Polo 6R, MK V, Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5 - Years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Part: Heater core

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Today we will see the instructions that will allow us to disassemble and replace the heater radiator of the Volkswagen Polo. First of all, we get on board the car and start disassembling and removing all the elements of the dashboard; the heater radiator is located at the bottom and it will be necessary to remove the dashboard to access it. Once the dashboard is removed, by unscrewing the screws and disconnecting the various wiring, it will be possible to disconnect the radiator's coolant pipes; we unscrew the bracket screws to remove and replace the radiator with the new one, following the video tutorial until the end!


Posted on 6 November 2025 by ScegliAuto


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