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Engine Oil and Filter Replacement

Model: Volkswagen Polo MK IV, Polo IV, Polo 4, MK 4, 9N - Years 2001-2009
Part: Engine oil

Before unscrewing the drain plug on the oil sump, open the filler cap and remove the dipstick to facilitate oil drainage; after positioning a container under the oil sump, unscrew the plug to allow the used oil to drain out; once drained, screw the plug back in; then access the engine bay to replace the filter: it is of the immersion type and is located at the front left of the engine; insert the new filter, replacing the O-ring seals that are always included in the kit; finally, fill the engine with new oil.

Updated on 12 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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