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Replacing the Steering Wheel on the Volkswagen Polo

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

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Video tutorial

Briefly, we will go through the steps to remove and replace the steering wheel on the Volkswagen Polo, following the instructions below. First, get in the vehicle and start by removing the airbag from the steering wheel, detaching it from the back.

Then, disconnect the airbag's electrical connector, as shown in the video. At this point, unscrew the central bolt of the steering wheel using a socket spanner with an extension.

Replace it with the new one and reassemble the steering wheel airbag, following the video tutorial to the end!


Updated on 7 August 2026 by ScegliAuto


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