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Replacing the Water Pump on a Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TSI

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

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Follow these main instructions to remove and replace the water pump on a Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TSI. First, open the bonnet of your car and start draining the coolant by disconnecting the hose. Next, remove the intake hose and disconnect the pipe connected to the water pump, then disconnect the electrical connector of the thermostat, as shown in the video.

At this point, unscrew the bolts of the water pump, remove it, and replace it with the original spare part.


Updated on 10 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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