in your garage to make future searches easy.

Condition Value
expand_moreRear axle brake
expand_moreBrake anchor plate
expand_moreWith drum brake
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
Rear axle bleeder valve 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle brake caliper 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle brake caliper mounting support 59 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle brake disc 2.95 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle brake hose
At the brake caliper 28.03 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle wheel brake cylinder 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
expand_moreTop
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreBottom
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
Rear axle shock absorber piston rod 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
Shock absorber on the axle 29.5 lbf⋅ft
+90° angular torsion
Shock absorber on the frame 22.13 lbf⋅ft
+90° angular torsion
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreSteering knuckle
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
Wheel hub wheel bearing 129.07 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment 88.51 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2005 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.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

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 2005 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2005 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback generations

In 2005 Volkswagen offered 3 generations of the Polo Hatchback. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Units:
facebook twitter reddit linkedin messenger whatsapp telegram skype email chat