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The new General Data Protection Regulations 2018

Last post by jsybrian « Sat Sep 22, 2018 11:56 am
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by alexperkins » Tue Apr 24, 2018 1:40 pm » in Announcements
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I am required to explain how we will comply with the new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2018 and all users are required to accept (or not)...
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Photo Hosting is now enabled

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by alexperkins » Wed Jan 24, 2018 3:00 pm » in MK10 (AW) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2018 onwards
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Hi All

We've taken the decision to allow users to upload images to the site to save you having to host them externally

In order to do this, when...
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UK-Polos.Net Stickers - Would you be interested?

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by alexperkins » Wed Jul 03, 2013 3:59 pm » in Announcements
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All,

We used to do stickers a while back for the forum for internal or external use that simply had the site logo on for you to stick in your...
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UK-Polos.net Group on Facebook

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Calling all Facebook users!!!

UK-Polos.net is now on Facebook... Get yourselves added to the group now!

For Sale/Wanted is here :D

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Free link to ETKA

Last post by Pipefoto « Fri May 22, 2020 9:25 pm
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by Mouse_GTI » Sun Feb 22, 2009 8:49 pm
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I know a lot of people already know about it but a useful link for those who don't 8)

ETKA with images.

Carprog---->loading---------close...
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Fri May 22, 2020 9:25 pm
How to fix the 6N2 ABS Signal Outside Specifications Fault

Last post by alexperkins « Sun May 17, 2020 10:57 am
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by alexperkins » Fri Feb 08, 2013 10:12 am
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Disclaimer - I do not take responsibility for any damage, injury, death or incidents that take place when you are following this guide. It is up to...
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Sun May 17, 2020 10:57 am
How to install RClick Remote Central Locking Kits

Last post by Max12345 « Sat Mar 14, 2020 3:22 pm
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by alexperkins » Sun Jan 10, 2010 1:57 pm
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Disclaimer - I do not take responsibility for any damage, injury, death or incidents that take place when you are following this guide to fit remote...
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Sat Mar 14, 2020 3:22 pm
BBS RX2 (GTI Split Rims) Refurb Guide

Last post by alexperkins « Mon Nov 19, 2018 9:24 am
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by bstardchild » Sun Jun 26, 2005 9:33 am
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Alex has hosted the PDF guide to this for us -

OK - I did mine a while ago and stuck a post up about it and Dubpolo asked if I'd do his - distance...
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Mon Nov 19, 2018 9:24 am
Upgrade from RCD210 to RCD310 for AUX input

Last post by zoemcgee « Tue Sep 11, 2018 3:50 pm
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by 6RPotentialBuyer » Fri Aug 19, 2016 9:39 pm

So a lot of people with the RCD210 probably really wish they had an Aux input so that they can play their own music and not have to upload 10 songs...

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Tue Sep 11, 2018 3:50 pm
How to upgrade your RCD-310 to a Sat-Nav RNS-310

Last post by Polo1971gti « Mon Jan 02, 2017 9:48 am
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by vwpolo16v » Fri May 10, 2013 9:30 pm
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So that we don't get lost round town, got us an RNS-310.

From this:

to this:

Here are a few quick steps:

Using a trim removal tool, carefully...
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Last post by Polo1971gti
Mon Jan 02, 2017 9:48 am
Paint Codes.

Last post by Smithyyy xD « Wed May 30, 2012 12:53 pm
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by Speedlaw » Thu Apr 15, 2004 3:26 pm
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Ahh, the paint codes thread. It's always missing and hiding somewhere behind all the others. So now it's a sticky.

Copied from our friends at...
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Wed May 30, 2012 12:53 pm
How to repair your flaky, perished Antenna Base Rubber Seal

Last post by bewsh « Wed May 23, 2012 10:57 am
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by Josh_PoloGTi » Sat Jun 04, 2005 12:42 pm
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Wed May 23, 2012 10:57 am
6N - fitting mk5 lights (update with pics)

Last post by Mintoss « Mon Jan 25, 2021 11:36 am
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by david burton » Sat Dec 04, 2004 12:58 pm
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This should have been here a long time ago, written by Speedlaw and slightly modded by me. Found some pics now... 8)

To get them completely flush...
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Last post by Mintoss
Mon Jan 25, 2021 11:36 am
[Guide] Hardwire Dashcam [With Photos] MK10 (AW)

Last post by iGadgetman « Wed Dec 09, 2020 1:59 pm
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by phileep » Sat Feb 02, 2019 10:57 am

Hi all

In this guide, I hardwired my dash cam in to the fuse box.

My purpose was to neatly enclose the cable so it didn't dangle down the centre of...

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Last post by iGadgetman
Wed Dec 09, 2020 1:59 pm
upgrading composition media system DIY

Last post by H2Deetoo « Tue Nov 10, 2020 3:05 pm
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by SJ8891 » Tue Jul 21, 2020 7:20 pm

Hi

I own a 64 plate mk 6 VW polo Blue GT ACT.

I currently have what i believe is the standard composition media system without the sat nav feature...

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Tue Nov 10, 2020 3:05 pm
6R - Multifunction Steering Wheel Retrofit

Last post by skoda_indian « Sat Oct 17, 2020 7:35 pm
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by Der Finne. » Wed Oct 12, 2011 4:02 pm
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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...
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Last post by skoda_indian
Sat Oct 17, 2020 7:35 pm
Automatic folding mirrors polo 6c

Last post by DanielJackson « Sun Sep 13, 2020 6:21 pm

by DanielJackson » Sun Sep 13, 2020 6:21 pm

I'm looking for help with my coding for my door module I have retro fitted the folding mirrors I have attached photos of the coding and the door...

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Last post by DanielJackson
Sun Sep 13, 2020 6:21 pm
Light bulbs?

Last post by zeyad_khan « Wed Aug 19, 2020 7:15 pm
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by silverhairs » Tue Jun 19, 2018 10:22 am

Seeing that I'm not having LED lights, when I get my Polo I wish to up grade my bulbs to 120%/130%. does anybody know what type of bulbs are fitted...

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Last post by zeyad_khan
Wed Aug 19, 2020 7:15 pm
Vw polo gti+ 2019 windscreen washer fuse

Last post by Hixxi3106 « Wed Jul 29, 2020 8:05 pm
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by Hixxi3106 » Wed Jul 29, 2020 8:02 pm

Hi all can anyone tell me where to locate fuse for winscreen washer? Also what amp? Some say its usualy a 7.5 amp? Any help greatly appreciated. Hope...

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Wed Jul 29, 2020 8:05 pm
Steering rack spline size

Last post by Basty123 « Mon Jul 06, 2020 3:26 pm

by Basty123 » Mon Jul 06, 2020 3:26 pm

Dear community
I am trying to build in a telescopic rally steering in my car. Can someone tell me the size of spline and if it is same for all...

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Last post by Basty123
Mon Jul 06, 2020 3:26 pm
Steering rack spline size

Last post by Basty123 « Mon Jul 06, 2020 3:26 pm

by Basty123 » Mon Jul 06, 2020 3:26 pm

Dear community
I am trying to build in a telescopic rally steering in my car. Can someone tell me the size of spline and if it is same for all...

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Last post by Basty123
Mon Jul 06, 2020 3:26 pm
Polo 6c MFSW swap

Last post by iichel « Mon May 25, 2020 6:32 pm
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by vs02 » Mon May 25, 2020 1:33 pm

I had the standard 6c NMF plastic wheel in my 2016 Polo S, I have swapped it to a MFSW from a 2016 Match. They are identical apart from the material,...

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Last post by iichel
Mon May 25, 2020 6:32 pm
6N - Rear wiper removal

Last post by interlopul « Sun May 24, 2020 2:02 pm
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by Speedlaw » Sat Aug 23, 2003 4:44 pm

Removing the rear wiper

Download the PDF file for offline reference and printing.

Also, get the reader if you don't have it already:

When you...

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Last post by interlopul
Sun May 24, 2020 2:02 pm
What to choose lighting for work in a garage where there is no overhead lighting?

Last post by Marko106 « Wed Apr 15, 2020 1:38 pm
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by Noisew » Thu Feb 06, 2020 10:00 am

What to choose lighting for work in a garage where there is no overhead lighting?

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Last post by Marko106
Wed Apr 15, 2020 1:38 pm
VW polo 2004 1.4TDI Oil choice.

Last post by Marko106 « Wed Apr 15, 2020 1:35 pm
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by CraigM87 » Wed Apr 01, 2020 2:02 pm

Hi guys,

New to the forum need a little help with oil choice can anyone help?

What grade of oil should i use for the car?

Have a 5w40 fully...

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Last post by Marko106
Wed Apr 15, 2020 1:35 pm
Hardwire dashcam install Polo 6R/6C DIY

Last post by EvanZA « Tue Mar 10, 2020 11:50 am
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by 6RPotentialBuyer » Sat Nov 26, 2016 9:29 pm

Just thought I'd post a guide on how to hardwire your dashcam into your Polo. I'm not a professional in anyway I just followed a few YouTube videos....

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Last post by EvanZA
Tue Mar 10, 2020 11:50 am
Need some sound!!

Last post by JoshL_95 « Fri Jan 31, 2020 10:29 am

by JoshL_95 » Fri Jan 31, 2020 10:29 am

Hi all, new to this forum!

Bought a 6c GTI around August last year, done about 8K miles of mixed driving but mainly fast road use. Everything’s good...

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Last post by JoshL_95
Fri Jan 31, 2020 10:29 am
Advice needed, remote locking VW match 60

Last post by RoyTheBoy « Sat Dec 21, 2019 9:59 pm
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by RoyTheBoy » Fri Dec 20, 2019 10:18 pm

Hi, I'm new on here and just purchased a VW polo match 1.2 60 bhp and I've searched everywhere for instructions on how to fit a remote locking kit...

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Last post by RoyTheBoy
Sat Dec 21, 2019 9:59 pm
How to change Selector shaft oil seal, on a 6n2

Last post by alexperkins « Thu Nov 07, 2019 12:47 pm
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by revolutionrock » Tue Jul 21, 2009 11:59 pm

How to change Selector shaft oil seal, on a 6n2:
Get the PDF here:

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Last post by alexperkins
Thu Nov 07, 2019 12:47 pm
Vw polo 2015 1.0 mpi gearboxe oil change

Last post by Killa_uk « Mon Aug 19, 2019 7:36 pm

by Killa_uk » Mon Aug 19, 2019 7:36 pm

As title says need help changing my gearbox oil in my 1.0 mpi cant seem to find the fill hole 🤦‍♂️
Attached a pic of my box

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Last post by Killa_uk
Mon Aug 19, 2019 7:36 pm
Stereo Replacement MK4 Polo

Last post by Head of Sector 7 « Sun Jun 30, 2019 3:55 pm
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by OtherBarry » Sun Sep 04, 2016 2:44 pm

Hi Everyone.

I'm in need of some advice when it comes to replacing the stereo on my 2002 MK4 Polo. I'm fed up with the poor audio quality you get...

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Last post by Head of Sector 7
Sun Jun 30, 2019 3:55 pm
2019 Polo SE Boot Latch failure

Last post by RUM4MO « Fri Jun 28, 2019 5:14 pm
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by JakeSweeney » Fri Jun 28, 2019 3:39 pm

Hi,

I have bought my brand new Polo today and am stuck with the boot and wanted to post in here before I return the the dealership in case I end up...

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Last post by RUM4MO
Fri Jun 28, 2019 5:14 pm
Install remote locking

Last post by alexperkins « Thu May 30, 2019 8:13 pm
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by willweatherley » Wed May 29, 2019 5:03 pm

I have a 2014 R line polo which only came with transponder keys, I was wondering if there is a way i could install something to be able to use a fob...

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Last post by alexperkins
Thu May 30, 2019 8:13 pm
Polo 2015 FIRMWARE UPDATE

Last post by cvt « Tue Mar 19, 2019 3:50 pm
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by kieran_baugh » Tue Nov 20, 2018 11:56 am

Hello,

I have an issue with my volkswagon POLO, When I turn on the car the infotainment system constant flashes a blue and red screen saying...

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Last post by cvt
Tue Mar 19, 2019 3:50 pm
VW polo 2003

Last post by Sonny « Mon Feb 18, 2019 2:45 pm

by Sonny » Mon Feb 18, 2019 2:45 pm

Hi I can't find anything online but does anyone know how to install the lower side grills on the VW polo SE? I have tried pushing in but they won't...

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Last post by Sonny
Mon Feb 18, 2019 2:45 pm
9N - Fitting front fogs

Last post by Shubz7860 « Mon Feb 11, 2019 8:23 pm
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by mole » Wed Mar 05, 2003 5:07 pm
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Here is a how-to I have done for fitting front fogs on a 9N.

Download the PDF file for offline reference and printing.

Also, get the reader if...
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Last post by Shubz7860
Mon Feb 11, 2019 8:23 pm
How to change engine oil (6n2)

Last post by alexperkins « Fri Feb 08, 2019 12:56 pm
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by revolutionrock » Tue Jul 21, 2009 11:16 pm

How to change engine oil
A small guide, for those who do not know...

Going to make guides about how to change oil sump seal and selector shaft...

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Last post by alexperkins
Fri Feb 08, 2019 12:56 pm
Save money, don't use a dealer

Last post by LeonSymnz « Wed Feb 06, 2019 12:14 pm

by LeonSymnz » Wed Feb 06, 2019 12:14 pm

It's not Polo related, but VW so thought I'd whinge a little here about it.

I know this is probably obvious to many and it has been for many years,...

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Last post by LeonSymnz
Wed Feb 06, 2019 12:14 pm
Headlining Re-Trim

Last post by Feeblington « Fri Jan 25, 2019 3:40 pm
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by spudisdabest » Wed Feb 17, 2010 11:16 pm

First off, mine it the sunroof model, so it varies a little bit but not much.

tools needed:

Flat head screw driver
Posi drive screw driver
Heat...

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Last post by Feeblington
Fri Jan 25, 2019 3:40 pm
Help with scratches on new car!

Last post by kasapovic75 « Sun Dec 09, 2018 9:55 pm
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by Joeistheking » Thu Nov 29, 2018 8:54 pm

Hi all,

I bought a new Polo last weekend and was really excited to fit a TSI grill badge to it. I couldn't figure out a way of attaching the badge...

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Last post by kasapovic75
Sun Dec 09, 2018 9:55 pm
VW Polo MKIV Raceland Coilover Fitting

Last post by StagedriveRy « Thu Nov 08, 2018 12:28 pm
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by bstardchild » Sat Sep 29, 2007 11:43 pm
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OK following on frrom the thread in the MKIV section

I bought these from Kam Racing following an offer in the MKIV section

Thanks Jon for all your...
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Last post by StagedriveRy
Thu Nov 08, 2018 12:28 pm
Polo 6c multifunction wheel in caddy

Last post by Tsilikos « Tue Nov 06, 2018 9:17 pm
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by Tsilikos » Mon Nov 05, 2018 5:23 pm

Hello guys I am new, I have a caddy 2016 model with standard steering wheel without buttons, and I want to change it with multifunction one,
I bought...

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Last post by Tsilikos
Tue Nov 06, 2018 9:17 pm
Polo 6c to Polo gti lower grill swap!

Last post by pocket_rocket « Sun Oct 07, 2018 10:01 am
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by pocket_rocket » Wed Oct 03, 2018 2:03 pm

Hello Everyone!

I have been lurking around this forum for sometime but hesitated :oops: to participate in the discussion because I am from India and...

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Last post by pocket_rocket
Sun Oct 07, 2018 10:01 am
Polo 6C 1.2 tsi esp deactivation

Last post by iichel « Mon May 21, 2018 9:34 pm
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by ursu09 » Tue May 15, 2018 4:16 pm

Hello, i haven't found anyhere some documentation about vcds coding for deactivating the esp without having the physical button(activating it in the...

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Last post by iichel
Mon May 21, 2018 9:34 pm
Anyone know where I could find a gear knob like this?

Last post by Gordon « Tue May 01, 2018 1:17 pm

by Gordon » Tue May 01, 2018 1:17 pm

I saw this gear knob on amazon however it’s out of stock, anyone know where I could get one similar?

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Last post by Gordon
Tue May 01, 2018 1:17 pm
VW Polo 9n3 - Antiroll bar Bush replacement

Last post by RUM4MO « Sat Mar 17, 2018 2:41 pm
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by JackFoster » Sun Mar 11, 2018 10:03 pm

Hi there! This is my video of me replacing my Antiroll Bar Bushes on my Polo 9N3.
Hope this helps anyone needing to replace there bushes!
Many Thanks

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Last post by RUM4MO
Sat Mar 17, 2018 2:41 pm
Polo S 55 plate stereo fascia help

Last post by alexperkins « Tue Jan 30, 2018 3:26 pm
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by Kirjenmar » Sat Jan 06, 2018 2:31 am

Hi everyone basically I'm trying to take out my radio and put a new aftermarket one in. I have a single Din radio (no cage) with the wires that I'd...

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Last post by alexperkins
Tue Jan 30, 2018 3:26 pm
Polo 6R Tail Lights

Last post by Sippy « Thu Jul 27, 2017 11:28 am
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by Sippy » Thu Mar 19, 2015 9:08 am

Hi All.
I have been searching for new things to do on my car and recently saw a photo online of a polo 6R tail lights that really stood out to me....

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Last post by Sippy
Thu Jul 27, 2017 11:28 am
polo 1.4 8v cam upgrade please help!

Last post by alexperkins « Tue Mar 07, 2017 10:59 pm
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by danjsimmo23 » Mon Mar 06, 2017 3:09 pm

hi there i have a polo 1.4 8v 1997, and ive just brought a golf Mk3 2.0 8v head ( still in delivery ). manily for the cams as it was going for £60...

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Last post by alexperkins
Tue Mar 07, 2017 10:59 pm
How to change a 6n2 Air Filter

Last post by Damo666 « Sun Feb 19, 2017 8:27 pm

by Damo666 » Sun Feb 19, 2017 8:27 pm

Hi guys

I'm new here so be gentle (although I have been a long time lurker). My nephew has a 6n2 1.4 and when I was googling how to change the air...

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Last post by Damo666
Sun Feb 19, 2017 8:27 pm
Removing slack in gearshift lever Polo 6N

Last post by RafaelZumalabe « Tue Dec 27, 2016 6:40 pm

by RafaelZumalabe » Tue Dec 27, 2016 6:40 pm

Hello, I post this video than I made for remove the slack in gearshift lever.

I hope you like it.

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Last post by RafaelZumalabe
Tue Dec 27, 2016 6:40 pm
Polo 9n Fuel Filter o-rings

Last post by alexperkins « Tue Dec 06, 2016 11:36 pm
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by pwdin-wy » Tue Nov 29, 2016 7:03 pm

My fuel filter didn't come with replacement o rings for the control valve. I believe one is black and one is blue.

Does anyone know if it matters...

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Last post by alexperkins
Tue Dec 06, 2016 11:36 pm
VCDS - (2013) Central Electronics Control Module Long Coding

Last post by POLO-SA « Tue Nov 08, 2016 4:33 pm
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by ThePunisher » Sun Oct 06, 2013 1:07 pm

*The attached sceenshots of VCDS coding to be used at own risk*

Click on Select

Click on 09-Cent. Elect

Click on Long Coding Helper...

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Last post by POLO-SA
Tue Nov 08, 2016 4:33 pm
Guide to changing Engine temperature sensor on Polo MKV 6n2

Last post by mattnsez « Sun Nov 06, 2016 5:02 pm
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by NickP » Sat Jan 26, 2008 6:09 pm
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Needed to change mine recently cos the car wasn't starting properly when cold. It turns out the sensor had gone so the auto-choke wasn't kicking in....
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Sun Nov 06, 2016 5:02 pm

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