1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP at 5750 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 3250 RPM engine (2002.8–2005.5)
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
All other modifications
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Return line to steering gear
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
expand_moreSteering gear
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Steering gear heat protection plate
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Track rod end on track rod
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle suspension
expand_moreShock absorber
On axle
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
+90° angular torsion
On frame
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
+90° angular torsion
Shock-absorber piston rod
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreSuspension strut
expand_moreTop
First stage
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreBottom
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
M8
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
M10
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreFront axle suspension
expand_moreBall joint
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Coupling bars
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
expand_moreStabiliser
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreStub axle
First stage
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new screws
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
With 13" chassis
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreWith 14" chassis
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreWith 15" chassis
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
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.
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. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.