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How to remove the airbag in 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: Airbag

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In this tutorial, we can see how to disassemble the airbag in the Volkswagen Polo, a very simple and quick operation. First of all, let's make sure that the key is not inserted, then we open the hood and disconnect the negative terminal of the battery to avoid accidental airbag deployment.

Next, we go inside the cabin, unclip the upper cover of the steering column with a plastic spatula, rotate the steering wheel 90 degrees, and using a flathead screwdriver, unclip the indicated securing clip. At this point, all that remains is to repeat the operation on the opposite side, remove the airbag from the steering wheel, and disconnect the connector.


Posted on 19 January 2026 by ScegliAuto


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