VW POLO service intervals and major service checklist

VW POLO maintenance schedule, checklist, guides and tips

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VW POLO service intervals and maintenance recommendations

Maintenance schedule and service intervals for VW POLO

Each recommendation includes repair and inspection intervals based on mileage or date

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Replacement intervals
Air Filter
Engine Oil
Oil Filter
Filter, cabin air
Fuel Filter
Brake Fluid
Spark Plug
Water Pump & Timing Belt Kit
Timing Belt Kit
Starter Battery
VW POLO maintenance: detailed step-by-step instructions and video tutorials
Follow your VW POLO maintenance schedule using our PDF instructions and video guides.

Tips and tricks for VW POLO maintenance

Learn how to maintain your VW POLO yourself with our helpful video guides
Brake Pads
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  • Video guides on Polo 6R maintenance – carry out your own inspections
    How to change front brake pads on VW LUPO 6x1 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
    4K views
    Published on: 19/01/2022
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Brake Discs
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  • Video guides on Polo 6R maintenance – carry out your own inspections
    How to change front brake discs on SEAT IBIZA 3 6L [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
    15K views
    Published on: 05/08/2020
  • Watch our video tutorials and perform routine VW Polo Hatchback (6N1) maintenance tasks yourself
    How to change front brake discs / front brake rotors on SKODA FABIA 1 (6Y5) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
    10K views
    Published on: 06/06/2019
  • Video instructions for basic VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) service - checklist and intervals
    How to change front brake discs on VW POLO 6n1 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
    5K views
    Published on: 20/09/2021
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Spark Plug
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  • Video guides on Polo 6R maintenance – carry out your own inspections
    How to change spark plug on VW POLO 5 Saloon [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
    19K views
    Published on: 27/05/2020
Learn how to maintain your VW POLO yourself with our helpful video guides
Air Filter
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  • Video guides on Polo 6R maintenance – carry out your own inspections
    How to change air filter on VW POLO 4 (9N) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
    46K views
    Published on: 05/11/2019
  • Watch our video tutorials and perform routine VW Polo Hatchback (6N1) maintenance tasks yourself
    How to change air filter on VW POLO 5 Saloon  [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
    11K views
    Published on: 28/05/2020
  • Video instructions for basic VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) service - checklist and intervals
    How to change air filter on SEAT IBIZA 3 6L [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
    10K views
    Published on: 13/05/2020
Learn how to maintain your VW POLO yourself with our helpful video guides
Fuel Filter
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  • Video guides on Polo 6R maintenance – carry out your own inspections
    How to change fuel filter VW POLO 4 (9N) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
    115K views
    Published on: 04/11/2019
  • Watch our video tutorials and perform routine VW Polo Hatchback (6N1) maintenance tasks yourself
    How to change fuel filter VW GOLF 5 (1K1) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
    71K views
    Published on: 18/09/2019
  • Video instructions for basic VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1) service - checklist and intervals
    How to change fuel filter VW LUPO 6x1 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
    6K views
    Published on: 11/01/2022
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    How to change fuel filter VW LUPO TUTORIAL | AUTODOC
    7K views
    Published on: 27/07/2018
Learn how to maintain your VW POLO yourself with our helpful video guides
Pollen Filter
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  • Video guides on Polo 6R maintenance – carry out your own inspections
    How to change pollen filter / cabin filter on SKODA FABIA 1 (6Y5) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
    23K views
    Published on: 05/06/2019
  • Watch our video tutorials and perform routine VW Polo Hatchback (6N1) maintenance tasks yourself
    How to replace pollen filter / cabin filter on VW POLO 5 Saloon [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
    17K views
    Published on: 29/05/2020
Learn how to maintain your VW POLO yourself with our helpful video guides
Poly V-Belt
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  • Video guides on Polo 6R maintenance – carry out your own inspections
    How to change serpentine belt / v-ribbed belt on VW POLO 5 Saloon [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
    40K views
    Published on: 26/05/2020
Follow your VW POLO maintenance schedule using our PDF instructions and video guides.

Top VW POLO repair guides

VW POLO maintenance guides and checklists to help you keep your vehicle in top working condition
Brake Pads
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VW POLO maintenance guides and checklists to help you keep your vehicle in top working condition
Brake Discs
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VW POLO maintenance guides and checklists to help you keep your vehicle in top working condition
Spark Plug
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VW POLO maintenance guides and checklists to help you keep your vehicle in top working condition
Air Filter
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VW POLO maintenance guides and checklists to help you keep your vehicle in top working condition
Fuel Filter
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VW POLO maintenance guides and checklists to help you keep your vehicle in top working condition
Pollen Filter
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VW POLO maintenance guides and checklists to help you keep your vehicle in top working condition
Poly V-Belt
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VW POLO maintenance guides and checklists to help you keep your vehicle in top working condition
Gearbox Oil and Transmission Oil
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Simple and essential VW POLO maintenance tips
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VW POLO manuals: repair and maintenance
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