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How to Remove the Power Steering Pump from a Volkswagen Polo 9N 1.3 Petrol

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

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Today, you will learn how to remove the power steering pump from a Volkswagen Polo 9N 1.2 petrol. First, lift the vehicle and start by removing the wheel along with the wheel arch liner: then detach the bumper grille by pressing the levers at the back; undo the screws of the fog lights to remove them, disconnecting the electrical connector.

At this point, remove the three electrical connectors by pressing the tabs with a sharp object, and undo the bolts of the power steering pump, removing it from the car. Finally, replace it with the new one!


Updated on 10 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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