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by Der Finne.
Wed Oct 12, 2011 4:02 pm
Forum: DIY Guides
Topic: 6R - Multifunction Steering Wheel Retrofit
Replies: 67
Views: 169242

6R - Multifunction Steering Wheel Retrofit

So far it's all been easy peasy! Next it gets more than a bit fiddly as we connect the LIN bus wire. Some inhuman working positions are required, as well as the patience of a cow and the hands of a gynechologist. This is also where the bandages and tranquilisers can become handy... ;) The original w...
by Der Finne.
Wed Oct 12, 2011 4:02 pm
Forum: DIY Guides
Topic: 6R - Multifunction Steering Wheel Retrofit
Replies: 67
Views: 169242

6R - Multifunction Steering Wheel Retrofit

http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee394/juha_tm/VW%20Polo/mfsw_retrofit/_p_johdotus_2.jpg Prepare the extra wires. Pictured is the yellow VW repair wire (000 979 009 E) that has pins suitable for the slip ring / stalk switch connector on both ends. Also pictured is some red and blue wire needed t...
by Der Finne.
Wed Oct 12, 2011 4:02 pm
Forum: DIY Guides
Topic: 6R - Multifunction Steering Wheel Retrofit
Replies: 67
Views: 169242

6R - Multifunction Steering Wheel Retrofit

These instructions are for retrofitting a multifunction steering wheel (MFSW) to a standard non-GTI Polo 6R. For a GTI the retrofit is a lot less complicated, see here . NB: I live in Finland where cars are left-hand-drive, so all pics and instructions apply to an LHD car. An RHD car can very probab...
by Der Finne.
Tue Oct 11, 2011 6:59 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: New member - 2011 Polo 1.2 TSI
Replies: 76
Views: 43002

Re: New member - 2011 Polo 1.2 TSI

No idea of UK prices, but here in Finland the parts were a little over 40 euros IIRC.

BTW, you can LED versions of the lamp (ebay), but for the interior I prefer the warmer tone of the incandescent bulb.
by Der Finne.
Tue Oct 11, 2011 6:55 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: New member - 2011 Polo 1.2 TSI
Replies: 76
Views: 43002

Re: New member - 2011 Polo 1.2 TSI

A bit fiddly to run the wires inside the dashboard at least in an LHD car, especially if you want to integrate the wires to the existing loom. But doable. I removed the A-pillar trim, glovebox and radio for better access. Easiest to connect the wires to the roof light connector's pins 1 and 2, that ...
by Der Finne.
Tue Oct 11, 2011 2:54 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: New member - 2011 Polo 1.2 TSI
Replies: 76
Views: 43002

Re: New member - 2011 Polo 1.2 TSI

stuart.cameron wrote: Where did you get your footwell lights from?

Cheers
VW. :wink:

Part number 7L0 947 415 for the lamp, 1J0 971 972 for the connector body and 000 979 131 for the repair wire whose pins fit into the connector body.
by Der Finne.
Mon Oct 10, 2011 8:49 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: 1.2 Polo Match :D
Replies: 287
Views: 36332

Re: 1.2 Polo Match :D

mudflaps are constantly scraping driving in and out :/ I had the same problem, but luckily there are shorter mudflaps available from VW. :wink: 6R0 075 116 (front), 6R0 075 106 (rear) http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee394/juha_tm/VW%20Polo/6R0075116_aufm_auto.jpg http://i1225.photobucket.com/al...
by Der Finne.
Mon Oct 10, 2011 7:40 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: 1.2 Polo Match :D
Replies: 287
Views: 36332

Re: 1.2 Polo Match :D

Looks spot on, mate! 8)

How do you find the ride?
by Der Finne.
Sun Oct 09, 2011 3:59 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Polo GTi multifunction steering wheel buttons retrofit
Replies: 57
Views: 36830

Re: Polo GTi multifunction steering wheel buttons retrofit

Multifunction buttons up and working! :D http://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee394/juha_tm/VW%20Polo/mfsw_retrofit/ratti_valmis.jpg Took the best part of Saturday and some of the Sunday morning, but then I did take a lot of pics of the operation (might even do a "How-To" at some point). Th...
by Der Finne.
Fri Oct 07, 2011 5:25 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: VW Offering LED DRL Retrofit
Replies: 156
Views: 31509

Re: VW Offering LED DRL Retrofit

Gave my dealer a ring this morning, appararantly the parts are now available for the Golf but he said there was no mention of anything to do with LED Daytime Running Lights in the pipeline for the 6R Polo. :roll: http://www.volkswagen-zubehoer.de/fileadmin/pdf/pressetexte_2010/28072011_LED_Tagfahrl...
by Der Finne.
Fri Oct 07, 2011 5:01 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Fog Lights
Replies: 6
Views: 2136

Re: Fog Lights

Check first to see if it can be retro fitted because I read on a few sites that it cant be done. Almost anything can be done but at what cost, that's another story... :wink: :roll: I haven't looked into retrofitting since I ordered mine as a factory option, but is the "can't be done" beca...
by Der Finne.
Thu Oct 06, 2011 3:46 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Fog Lights
Replies: 6
Views: 2136

Re: Fog Lights

http://www.ebay.de/sch/i.html?_from=R40 ... Categories :wink: :wink:

I don't believe there's any difference between LHD and RHD foglights since the beam cut-off is flat.
by Der Finne.
Thu Oct 06, 2011 3:42 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Exhaust Trim
Replies: 3
Views: 1586

Re: Exhaust Trim

I cant see my exhaust when looking at the back so would this be for me?? Part No: 6R0071910A Depends on what engine you have: 1.2 petrol with "invisible" exhaust (38mm) = 6R0071910A 1.2 TDI and 1.6TDI with "invisible" exhaust (55mm) = 6R0071910B So one of the two above for your ...
by Der Finne.
Wed Oct 05, 2011 4:10 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Wing mirror for Indian polo
Replies: 6
Views: 1465

Re: Wing mirror for Indian polo

In that case it's probably easiest and most cost-efficient to buy a pair of second-hand, complete Euro mirrors e.g. through ebay.de...
by Der Finne.
Tue Oct 04, 2011 9:41 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Rear Number Plate LED Bulb Upgrade
Replies: 33
Views: 6856

Re: Rear Number Plate LED Bulb Upgrade

Not sure how much the LED numberplate lamp unit would be from the dealer, an alternative to sourcing one from your dealer is the link below. 24 Euros. http://www.vw-audi-shop.com/epages/61836527.sf/de_AT/?ObjectPath=/Shops/61836527/Products/1K8943021B I'm going to do this to my Polo after payday at...