VW Polo II (1981-1994): Service and Repair Manuals

VW Polo - Petrol (Nov 1990 - Aug 1994) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on the Volkswagen Polo saloon, hatchback and Coupé, including the Polo G40.

Petrol engines:
- 1.05 L (1043, engine code AAU)
- 1.3 L (1272 cc, AAV and 3F)
- 1.3 L G40 (1272 cc, supercharger, PY).

Production years: 1990-8/1994.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the diesel models or the new VW Polo, introduced in September 1994.

This Haynes manual for the VW Polo petrol models guides you through the maintenance and repair of the petrol engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior and electrical system.

• Step-by-step instructions with detailed photos.
• Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
• Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

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VW Polo - Petrol (1982 - Oct 1990) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on the Volkswagen Polo hatchback, Coupé and saloon/Classic.

Petrol engines:
- 1.05 L (1043 cc, engine code GL)
- 1.1 L (1093 cc, HB)
- 1.3 L (1272 cc, HH).

Production years: 1982-10/1990.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the new Polo introduced in November 1990.

This Haynes manual for the VW Polo guides you through the maintenance and repair of the petrol engines (timing gear, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior and electrical system.

• Step-by-step instructions with detailed photos.
• Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
• Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

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Volkswagen Polo - essence (9/1981-1/1993) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 425.7

Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 425) covering the Volkswagen Polo petrol models.

Production years: 9/1981-1/1993.

This Revue Technique for the VW Polo describes extensively service and repair of the petrol engines (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication, coolant pump and fuel system).
Covers also work on the clutch, transmission, driveshafts, steering system, suspension, wheel hubs, brakes, electric equipment and body.

• Includes adjustment data and wiring diagrams.
• An integral owner's handbook provides information on operation and daily maintenance.
• Additional chapter with tips and a checklist to prepare for the MOT test.

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VW Polo (9/1981-8/1994), Derby (9/1981-8/1985) - Benziner und Diesel | So wird's gemacht

Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 34) on the Volkswagen models:
- Polo II and Polo II Coupé (09/1981-08/1994)
- Derby (09/1981-08/1985)

Petrol engines:
- 1.05 L (29 kW/40 hp, engine code GL, 11/81-10/86)
- 1.05 L (33 kW/45 hp, HZ, 08/85-02/92)
- 1.05 L (33 kW/45 hp, HZ/AAK/AAU, 08/85-08/94, with catalytic converter)
- 1.1 L (37 kW/50 hp, HB, 09/81-07/83)
- 1.3 L (40 kW/55 hp, HK/HW, 08/83-08/90)
- 1.3 L (40 kW/55 hp, MH/2G/NZ/AAV, 08/85-08/94, with catalytic converter)
- 1.3 L (44 kW/60 hp, HH, 10/81-07/83)
- 1.3 L (55 kW/75 hp, GK, 10/82-07/89)
- 1.3 L (55 kW/75 hp, 3F, 10/89-08/94, with catalytic converter)

Diesel engines:
- 1.3 L (33 kW/45 hp, engine code MN, 07/86-08/90)
- 1.4 L (35 kW/48 hp, 1W, 08/90-08/94).

The initial section of this manual on the VW Polo II and Derby covers inspection and daily maintenance of the petrol and diesel engines, transmission, brakes, steering and body (including the electrical system, windscreen wipers, lighting and heating or air conditioning).

Furthermore, this book provides detailed guidance on the following components:
- Suspension (replacement of driveshafts, springs and shock absorbers), steering (ball joints) and brakes (discs, brake linings and handbrake).
- Electrical system (battery, voltage regulator and starter motor).
- Dismantling and assembly of the engine cylinder head and cam drive, including replacement of the v-belt and the timing belt or chain.
- The lubricating system with the oil pump.
- The cooling system (replacement of radiator, thermostat and cooling fan).
- The fuel system (air filter, fuel pump and fuel filter) and exhaust (replacement of mufflers).
- Interior: removal and refitting of the dashboard, instrument panel, consoles, interior trim and seats.
- Body: dismantling and assembly of bumpers, fenders, bonnet, tailgate, doors, window mechanisms, locks and mirrors.

• Extensive technical specifications, adjustment data and torque wrench settings.
• 8 clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.

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VW Polo (10/1981-10/1994), Derby (2/1982-10/1985) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 119, reprint) for the Volkswagen Polo (10/1981-10/1994) and Derby (2/1982-10/1985).

Petrol engines:
- 1.05 litre (29 kW/40 hp and 33 kW/45 hp)
- 1.1 litre (37 kW/50 hp)
- 1.3 litre (40 kW/55 hp, 44 kW/60 hp, 55 kW/75 hp, 83 kW/113 hp and 85 kW/115 hp).

• This repair manual on the VW Polo and Derby describes maintenance and repair of the petrol engines: the lubricating system, cooling, fuel system, filters and exhaust.
• Covers also the clutch and transmission, the suspension, the steering system, the servo unit and the brakes, the electrical system (including windscreen wipers and lighting), the interior and the body.
• This manual contains also adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.

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VW Polo, Polo Classic, Derby (ab Herbst 1981) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Polo, Polo Classic and Derby.

Versions: C, CL, GL, Formel E, Coupè and Coupè GT

Petrol engines: 1.0 L (1043 cc), 1.1 L (1093 cc) and 1.3 L (1272 cc).

Production years: since autumn 1981.

This Bucheli manual on the VW Polo, Polo Classic and Derby provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.

• Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
• Clear wiring diagrams.
• Reprint of the 5th edition (1991).

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VW Polo - 1.05-Liter Einspritzmotor / 1.3-Liter Einspritzmotor (ab 1988) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Polo.

Petrol engines: 1.05 and 1.3 litre with injection.

Production years: since 1988.

This Bucheli manual on the VW Polo provides detailed instructions for work on the 1.05 and 1.3 L petrol engines with injection system (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.

• Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
• Clear wiring diagrams.
• Reprint of the 9th edition (1991).

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VW Polo (ab 1985) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Polo II.

Petrol engines: 1.05 and 1.3 L.

Production years: since 1985.

This Bucheli manual on the VW Polo provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.

• Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
• Clear wiring diagrams.
• Reprint of the 1st edition (1985).

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Volkswagen Polo (modele 1981-1994)

Bogato ilustrowany, fachowy poradnik dla posiadaczy i użytkowników samochodów osobowych Volkswagen Polo drugiej generacji:
- produkowanych od 09/1981, modele: Polo, Polo Coupé, Polo Classic, w odmianach C, CL, C Formel E, CL Formel E, GL, GT, SP, G40
- oraz zmodernizowanych we wrześniu 1990 roku i produkowanych do 08/1994, modele: Polo Coach (Steilheck) i Polo Coupé, w odmianach Base, CL, Cli, GT, G40
- a także innych odmianach o ograniczonej liczbie egzemplarzy (np. Houston, Peppermint, Bel Air).

Silniki benzynowe:
- gaźnikowe: 1.05 L, 1.1 L i 1.3 L
- z wtryskiem benzyny: 1.05 L i 1.3 L
- z wtryskiem benzyny i doładowaniem mechanicznym (sprężarką typu G) 1.3 L.

Z 4- i 5-biegowymi mechanicznymi skrzynkami przekładniowymi.

• Liczne wskazówki, dane uzupełniające i dane pomocnicze, dotyczące eksploatacji i napraw samochodu.
• Podano także plan obsługi technicznej zalecany przez producenta pojazdu oraz typowe niesprawności i sposoby ich usuwania.
• Bogaty materiał ilustracyjny ułatwia zrozumienie treści i wykonanie poszczególnych czynności.
• Polskie wydanie książki Revue Technique Automobile.