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°
Lower front transverse control arm
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
First stage
147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
slacken
Third stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fourth stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1997 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 1997 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
Volkswagen Polo Hatchback Third generation model years