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    4. : How do you replace the window regulator of the Volkswagen Polo?

Volkswagen Polo - Video tutorial

Model: Volkswagen Polo Polo III, Polo 3, MK III, 6N, MK 3 - Years 1994-2003
Part: Checks and maintenance
Operation: How do you replace the window regulator of the Volkswagen Polo?

In order to replace the window regulator of the Volkswagen Polo, you need to completely remove the door panel from its housing: you will need to pry off the trim around the handle, loosening the screws underneath it. Once these additional screws have been loosened, you can remove the door panel, locating the underlying window regulator mechanism. This should be released from its connectors, also loosening the securing screws; at this point, you will be able to remove the old mechanism, insert the new one, and also reinstall the panel.


Posted on 7 January 2024 by ScegliAuto

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How to open the fuel cap on Volkswagen Polo 5 (6R)

In this video tutorial we will see how to open the cap and the fuel flap on Volkswagen Polo 6R, fifth series, by following these simple steps. First of all we go to open the car with the remote control, in order to unlock all the car locks; after which we go to press on the left side of the flap, in order to unlock the actuator and open it, as shown in the video. At this point we are going to unscrew the fuel cap to refuel; once finished the same we can screw the cap and finally close the fuel flap!

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