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by soother
Sun Jan 07, 2024 3:20 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: O2 Sensor wiring
Replies: 1
Views: 506

Re: O2 Sensor wiring

Hi Able. For that fault I would expect to see a VCDS code, maybe PO135 or P0141 sensor heater circuit bank 1 sensor 1, which is the one screwed into the exhaust manifold, or 2 (if fitted) after the cat. I think the heater supply is under ECU control and switched through a relay, maybe by connecting ...
by soother
Tue Dec 26, 2023 11:34 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: What is this hose called?
Replies: 4
Views: 621

Re: What is this hose called?

Is this what you are after? https://www.google.com/search?q=6n2+breather+pipe&sca_esv=593857187&ei=JV6LZb7fMrSE9u8Pxpy1QA&ved=0ahUKEwj-hdOqna6DAxU0gv0HHUZODQgQ4dUDCBA&uact=5&oq=6n2+breather+pipe&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiETZuMiBicmVhdGhlciBwaXBlMgUQIRigAUjDS1DwD1ijRXABeACQAQC...
by soother
Tue Dec 26, 2023 11:21 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: What is this hose called?
Replies: 4
Views: 621

Re: What is this hose called?

Hi. That's a crankcase breather hose. It shouldn't matter if it's soft, as long as it's not leaking or clogged up or collapsing in on itself..
by soother
Sun Dec 24, 2023 1:54 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Looking Manual window regulator driver side vw polo 6n2
Replies: 1
Views: 700

Re: Looking Manual window regulator driver side vw polo 6n2

I am sure you will have sorted it by now, but for others, Just Google it. There are quite a few from ebay and Autodoc. Beware of confusion with the 6N1 regulator which is identical apart from a different winder handle fitting.
by soother
Fri Dec 15, 2023 4:55 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Rear brake shoe hold down spring washers
Replies: 1
Views: 481

Re: Rear brake shoe hold down spring washers

Again I'll answer my own question to maybe help others. The answer is Lockheed type. Girling have a smaller slot and a less dished shape.
by soother
Thu Dec 07, 2023 12:02 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Auxilliary belt
Replies: 1
Views: 409

Re: Auxilliary belt

I'm answering my own in case it helps others. After further research, the correct belt is 6PK1070 or a QH belt QBR61075 (5mm longer) will also fit.
by soother
Wed Dec 06, 2023 9:14 am
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Rear brake shoe hold down spring washers
Replies: 1
Views: 481

Rear brake shoe hold down spring washers

Hi Folks. The washers/caps that the pins through the hold down springs latch into are almost rusted through (the ones you turn 90 degrees to remove). Ebay sellers give a choice. Do I need Girling type or Lockheed?
by soother
Wed Dec 06, 2023 8:54 am
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Auxilliary belt
Replies: 1
Views: 409

Auxilliary belt

Hi Folks. I need an auxiliary belt for a 1.0 with power steering and no aircon. I think it should be a 6PK1070 (that is, 6 rib 1070mm long) but some ebay sellers tell me it should be a 6PK750.
Which is correct?
Thanks.
by soother
Tue Sep 07, 2021 10:08 am
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Stiff gear selection
Replies: 3
Views: 5629

Re: Stiff gear selection

Changing gear was stiff on my 6N2 when I first bought it, with 1st gear particularly hard to select. The linkage all looked dry, so I blasted every joint from the stick to the gearbox with aerosol synthetic grease. That sorted it out, and gear change is still fine 7 years later. Worth a try before y...
by soother
Tue Aug 31, 2021 10:51 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: New E10 fuel compatibility 1.0 MPI engine
Replies: 1
Views: 2394

New E10 fuel compatibility 1.0 MPI engine

I see that E10 (10% ethanol) petrol will be the new standard, taking over from E5 (5%) from tomorrow here in England. I have a 6N2 with a 1.0 MPI engine. 6N2's seem to be too old to be on the compatibility lists I have seen. Is it compatible? Or does anyone have experience of using this fuel in thes...
by soother
Fri Jun 17, 2016 11:15 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Rear brake slave cylinder replacement
Replies: 4
Views: 1843

Re: Rear brake slave cylinder replacement

Thanks for the replies. I haven't done the job yet - waiting till I have the time and the weather. I have done this job on other cars where it was possible to just undo the connections and bolts, push in the pistons and take the cylinder out. I never like disturbing brake springs. They always seem t...
by soother
Sun Jun 05, 2016 3:04 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: 6n2 towbar wanted
Replies: 8
Views: 2531

Re: 6n2 towbar wanted

Hi.

How about this? Not much more than the 2nd hand prices I'm seeing... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Fixed-Swan-Ne ... SwPcVVxGuP
by soother
Sat Jun 04, 2016 2:31 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Rear brake slave cylinder replacement
Replies: 4
Views: 1843

Rear brake slave cylinder replacement

I noticed some fluid leakage while checking the brake shoe wear.
Can someone confirm that the cylinder can be replaced without removing the shoes and springs etc.
Any other tips welcome too!
Thanks.
by soother
Mon Apr 04, 2016 11:15 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Total loss of electrical power while driving
Replies: 6
Views: 6525

Re: Total loss of electrical power while driving

Hi grehansc

Thanks for reporting back.
For my records, exactly which connection was loose? I have the same 6N2 and may be unlucky enough to encounter the same problem some day!
by soother
Mon Mar 28, 2016 10:46 pm
Forum: MK5 (6N2) Polo - Years 1999-2001
Topic: Total loss of electrical power while driving
Replies: 6
Views: 6525

Re: Total loss of electrical power while driving

#grehansc Hmm... At the risk of Grandmother/eggs: From experience, my 6N2 1.0 (like many other cars) will drive either with a charged battery and a non-working alternator, or (after starting) with a working alternator and no battery connected, so to me, that sudden failure at 30MPH seems to confirm ...