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How to Replace the Water Pump on a Volkswagen Polo?

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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To replace the water pump on a Volkswagen Polo, access the left side of the engine block where the timing belt is located: the pulley for the water pump must be removed by loosening the central nut. This will allow access to the water pump, which should be freed from its housing by disconnecting the hoses and removing the fixing screws; at this point, you can insert the new pump, securing it to its housing and repositioning the appropriate pulley to ensure everything functions correctly.


Updated on 15 August 2026 by ScegliAuto


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