Removing and installing rear wheel arch trim: VW Polo 6C

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Polo 6C (2014–2017)

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• A continuous PUR adhesive bead is to be applied directly next to the double-sided adhesive tape.

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Removing side member extension .
2. Tape over all adjacent painted surfaces.
3. Remove bolt (2).
4. Warm rear wheel arch trim (1), using the hot air blowerV.A.G 1416 to do so. [Note: A continuous PUR adhesive bead is to be applied directly next to the double-sided adhesive tape.]
5. Lift a corner of rear wheel arch trim (1), using the removal wedge3409 to do so.

6. Grasp the corner and pull rear wheel arch trim (1) off the wing.
7. Repair instructions
8. Apply 1-pack window adhesiveDH 009 100 A2 to bonding area (5), using cartridge gunV.A.G 1628.
9. Insert front wheel arch trim (1) into retaining strip and clip in place.
10. Align rear wheel arch trim (1) and pull protective backing (2) from rear wheel arch trim (1) and press on in one direction.
11. Tighten bolt 2 to specified torque of 2 Nm. — 2 Nm (1.5 lb-ft)
12. Pull out pullers (3) and press rear wheel arch trim (1) on.
13. Minimum curing period

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