Screws must be replaced. Tighten new screws crosswise.
expand_moreSecond stage
M8
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M10
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreClutch
expand_moreClutch pressure plate
expand_moreAll other modifications
M6
9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
M7
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreClutch slave cylinder
All other modifications
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Clutch slave cylinder bleeder valve
3.32 lbf⋅ft3.32 lbf⋅ft4.5 N⋅m
expand_moreRelease bearing guide sleeve
First stage
3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreGear shifting
Back-up lamp switch
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Lubricate nose(s) using MoS2 grease.
Gearbox shift lever
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Gearbox shift lever bracket
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreSelector cable linkage
All other modifications
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox
expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine
M10
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M12
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox lubrication
expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug
0AM transmission
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
0A4 gearbox
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
expand_more0A8 gearbox
Hexagon socket screws
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
With Torx screws
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
02R gearbox
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
expand_more02U gearbox
Hexagon head screws
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With Torx screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_more02T gearbox
Hexagon head screws
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With Torx screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug
02R gearbox
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
expand_more02U gearbox
Hexagon head screws
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With Torx screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_more02T gearbox
Hexagon head screws
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With Torx screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_more0A8 gearbox
Hexagon socket screws
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
With Torx screws
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox mounting
expand_moreGearbox mounting
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreGearbox support
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Volkswagen warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Volkswagen Polo Hatchback service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2012 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2012 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback generations
In 2012 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Polo Hatchback. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.