Bleeding steering system: VW Polo 6R (CLPA, CLSA)

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Polo 6R (2009–2014)

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

1. Raise vehicle until front wheels are free.
2. Remove front left wheel (if not already done).
3. Remove front left wheel housing liner (if not already done) General body repairs, exterior66Wheel housing liner; Removing and installing front wheel housing liner.
4. Check hydraulic fluid level and top up if necessary .
5. Start engine and run at idle for about 5 seconds.

6. Switch off engine and check hydraulic fluid level.
7. Repeat procedure.
8. Start engine again and with engine idling, turn steering wheel from lock to lock three times.
9. Switch off engine and check hydraulic fluid level. Top up if necessary.
10. Repeat procedure two times.
11. Lower vehicle.
12. With engine idling, turn steering wheel five times from lock to lock.
13. Once bleeding procedure is complete, screw cap hand tight onto reservoir of motor/pump unit.

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