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  • 320 Pages
  • Paperback
  • Black and White
  • Published in 2003
  • Part of the Haynes Owners Workshop Manual Series
  • This manual is intended for vehicles built to UK and European specifications with a gasoline/petrol engine unless diesel is specifically mentioned. Whilst many details are useful for the same make and model of car built for other markets, such vehicles may have different features, especially in areas concerned with safety and emission control.
Volkswagen Polo Hatchback Petrol and Diesel 1994 To 1999 M to S (UK and European Models)

Keep your Volkswagen Polo in perfect running order and maintain its value. Haynes shows you how and saves you money.

Step-by-step instructions clearly linked to hundreds of photos and illustrations show you how to do each job. Spanner ratings grade all tasks by difficulty and experience level. Haynes Hints give valuable tips and short-cuts that help make the job easier.

Tool Tips contain useful information such as ways of removing parts without using special tools. This Haynes Manual was written from hands-on experience, based on the stripdown and rebuild of Volkswagen Golf and Scirocco vehicles using commonly - available tools. From easy servicing jobs for the novice to difficult tasks for the expert.

    Inside this Manual:
  • Service Your Car: Step-by-step guide
  • Fault finding: Pinpoint specific problems easily
  • Fuel and ignition systems: Explained
  • Electrical system: Fault finding and repairs
  • Pass the MOT: Step-by-step test checks
  • Engine: Tune-up, minor and major repairs
  • Filters and fluids: Checking and renewal
  • Wiring diagrams: Easy-to-follow layout
  • Braking system:Safety checks and repairs
  • Fully indexed
    Covers VW Polo Hatchback models, including special/limited editions with:
  • Petrol Engines:
    • 1.0 litre (999cc)
    • 1.05 litre (1043cc)
    • 1.3 litre (1296cc)
    • 1.4 litre (1390cc)
    • 1.6 litre (1598cc)
    • 1.7 litre (1716cc)
    • 1.9 litre (1896cc) SOHC
  • Diesel Engines:
    • 1.7 litre (1716cc)
    • 1.9 litre (1896cc)

Written from hands-on experience gained from the complete strip-down and rebuild of several vehicles in their Project Workshop, this manual can help you understand, care and repair for your model. Haynes do it themselves to help you do-it-yourself, and whatever your mechanical ability the practical step-by-step explanations, linked to over 900 photos will help you get the job done right. Regular servicing and maintenance of your vehicle can help maintain its resale value, save you money and make it safer to drive.

    Inside this manual:
  • Maintenance - Simple Weekly Checks to keep you on the road
  • Servicing - Includes service interval indicator reset procedure
  • Fault Finding - Pinpoint specific problems easily
  • The MOT - Step-by-Step test checks
  • Fuel saving - Expert advice on maximising mpg
  • Electrics - Easy-to-read wiring diagrams
  • Haynes Tips - valuable short cuts make many tasks easier
Table of Contents
  • LIVING WITH YOUR VW POLO
    • Roadside repairs
      If your car won’t start | Jump starting | Wheel changing | Identifying leaks | Towing
    • Weekly checks
      Underbonnet check points | Engine oil level | Coolant level | Brake fluid level | Screen washer fluid level | Power steering fluid level | Wiper blades | Battery | Tyre condition and pressure | Battery | Bulbs and fuses
    • Lubricants, fluids and tyre pressures
  • MAINTENANCE - Routine maintenance and servicing
    • VW Polo Petrol Models
      Maintenance schedule | Maintenance procedures
    • VW Polo Diesel Models
      Maintenance schedule | Maintenance procedures
  • REPAIRS & OVERHAUL
    • Engine and associated systems
      Petrol engine in-car repair procedures | Diesel engine in-car repair procedures | Engine removal and overhaul procedures | Cooling, heating and ventilation systems | Fuel/exhaust systems - single-point petrol injection models | Fuel/exhaust systems - multi-point petrol injection models | Fuel System - diesel | Exhaust and emission control systems | Starting and charging systems | Ignition system - petrol models | Preheating system - diesel models
    • Transmission
      Clutch | Manual transmission | Automatic transmission | Driveshafts
    • Brakes and suspension
      Braking system | Suspension and steering
    • Body equipment
      Bodywork and fittings | Body electrical systems
    • Wiring diagrams
  • REFERENCE
    • Dimensions and weights
    • Conversion factors
    • Buying spare parts and vehicle identification
    • General repair procedures
    • Jacking and vehicle support
    • Radio/cassette anti-theft system - precaution
    • Tools and working faciliteis
    • MOT test checks
    • Fault finding
    • Glossary of technical terms