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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
Intake manifold 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCarburetion
Injection nozzle (injector) 51.63 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCooling system
Coolant pump 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
expand_moreNuts
First stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
Screws 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head screws
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws.
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws.
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced. See figure 1.
Second stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Valve cover 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_more0.9 with gasoline straight-4 895 cc 39 HP engine (1981.10–1981.12)
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 120°
expand_more1.0 with gasoline straight-4 1.0 L 39 HP engine (1981.10–1986.10)
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 120°
expand_more1.1 with gasoline straight-4 1.1 L 50 HP engine (1981.10–1989.9)
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 120°
expand_moreAll other modifications
M12 59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM14
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 120°
Crankshaft pulley 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFlywheel
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
Main bearing 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreVibration damper
expand_moreCentral screws
expand_moreM12 × 1,5 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM14 × 1,5 screws
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced. Lightly oil the screws.
Second stage 120°
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
All other modifications 59 lbf⋅ft
Toothed belt guard 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Toothed belt guard at the bottom 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
Oil drain plug 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Oil filter housing 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump
All other modifications 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine management
Glow plugs 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Lambda sensor 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust system
Exhaust manifold 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreIgnition system
Spark plugs 18.44 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1981 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 1981 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

1981 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback generations

In 1981 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Polo Hatchback. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

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