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How to Remove the Clutch on a Volkswagen Polo

Model: Volkswagen Polo MK III, Polo III, Polo 3, MK 3, 6N - Years 1994-2003
Part: Clutch

Learn how to remove the clutch on a Volkswagen Polo. Disconnect the battery terminals to protect the car's components. First, lift the vehicle on a column jack to the desired height, then remove the plastic panel covering the engine (if present underneath) with the respective bolts. Remove the front wheels for better access, use a socket to undo the hub bolts and remove them; take off all the bolts (as shown in the video) and detach the clutch. Remove all clutch components and prepare to fit the new clutch disc with the associated parts. Proceed with the reassembly in reverse order.

Updated on 8 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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