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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
expand_moreIntake manifold
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM8
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
M10 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
All other modifications 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor
All other modifications 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Air-conditioning compressor bracket 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line
M10 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Alternator 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGenerator bracket
All other modifications 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Use screw-locking compound.
Hydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Servo pump pulley 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Servo steering pump 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreVacuum pump
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCarburetion
Fuel-distributing pipe 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Injection hoses 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Injection pump 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCooling system
expand_moreCoolant pump
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Coolant pump pulley 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
Tighten from inside to outside.
expand_moreCylinder head screws
Third stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced. See figure 1.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCylinder head screws shank length (new)
All other modifications 6.22 in
Valve cover 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced. Lightly oil the screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced. Lightly oil the screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreDrive plate
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreFlywheel
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreFlywheel cover
All other modifications 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreVibration damper
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley
expand_moreAll other modifications
Top 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Bottom 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
Coupling drive tensioning roller 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
Toothed belt guard 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
Oil cooler 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Oil drain plug 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Oil filter Tighten by hand
expand_moreOil pump
All other modifications 8.85 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreOil sump
All other modifications 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreEngine management
Camshaft sensor 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCrankshaft sensor
All other modifications 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Glow plugs 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Knock sensor 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Lambda sensor 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
All other modifications 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOn engine bracket
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
Strut 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreSubframe
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreTorque arm
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAt the gearbox
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreExhaust system
Catalytic converter 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Exhaust manifold 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreExhaust pipe
All other modifications 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreFuel supply
Fuel filter bracket 2.21 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
All other modifications 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
expand_moreAll other modifications
With automatic gearbox 18.44 lbf⋅ft
With manual transmission 14.75 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2006 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 2006 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2006 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback generations

In 2006 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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