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How to Remove a Wheel from a VW Polo

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

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This guide shows how to remove a damaged wheel from a VW Polo. Open the boot and take the wheel removal kit, which includes: jack, jack lever, screwdriver, wheel nut key, telescopic key, spare wheel. Position the jack under the designated point on the vehicle's chassis, lift the car slightly and loosen the wheel nuts.

Now lift the car with the jack lever, unscrew the nuts and pull the wheel off the hub. Fit the new rim onto the hub (the spare wheel is located under the vehicle body, bring it to the ground using the handy kit in the boot) with the respective nuts.

Always remember to store the removal kit with all its parts back in the boot.


Updated on 14 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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