Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) 1.2, VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) 1.2, VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) 1.2 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Engine Mount for Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) and other VW models
Tools
Replacement: engine mounts – VW POLO (6R, 6C). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Drive socket # 12
Drive socket # 16
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Phillips screwdriver
Fender cover
Replacement: engine mounts – VW POLO (6R, 6C). AUTODOC recommends:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: engine mounts – VW POLO (6R, 6C). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
    Replacement: engine mounts – VW POLO (6R, 6C). Tip:
    The vehicle must be on even keel, and if it is at an angle, the drain plug must be at the lowest point.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the lower sound insulation. Use a drive socket #12. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  2. Step 5
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    Remove the lower sound insulation.
  3. Step 6
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    Clean the engine mount fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  4. Step 7
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the engine mount to the gearbox housing. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 8
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    Unscrew the engine mount fastener that connects it to the subframe. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 9
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    Remove the engine mount.
    Replacement: engine mounts – VW POLO (6R, 6C). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Carefully check the other engine mounts and replace them if necessary.
  7. Step 10
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    Install the engine mount to its mounting seat.
  8. Step 11
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    Screw in the engine mount fastener that connects it to the subframe. Use a drive socket #16.
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