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Re: ciclo's Polo. R-line 1.2 TSI 90hp 119gr.🤝
Posted: Fri Jun 05, 2026 9:18 am
by ciclo
Re: ciclo's Polo. R-line 1.2 TSI 90hp 119gr.🤝
Posted: Sun Jun 07, 2026 9:59 am
by ciclo
Some notes before replacing the brakes, brake fluid and rear shock absorbers.
Previously:
viewtopic.php?p=610353#p610353
Use the right lubricants in the right places. The misuse of lubricating greases in modern brake systems is widespread.
There are even places where lubricating greases should not be used.
Don't overuse lubricating greases, more isn't better. the layer should be thin, 'TRANSPARENT', not like you're spreading butter on toast.
Read installation manuals to learn about the big mistakes you're making...
workshops, etc.
Example of brake fluid bleeding/replacement in our Golf with one-way valve.
The key is to prevent air from entering the system and not to use those rubber couplings (expensive or cheap) that attach to the bleeder valve, or by opening the bleeder valve too much.
Re: ciclo's Polo. R-line 1.2 TSI 90hp 119gr.🤝
Posted: Tue Jun 09, 2026 7:48 pm
by ciclo
Re: ciclo's Polo. R-line 1.2 TSI 90hp 119gr.🤝
Posted: Wed Jun 10, 2026 8:23 pm
by ciclo
POLO 6R. Front brake pads and discs installed.
A good video tutorial:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQKMp6AQJYg
Note:
Before pressing the piston back into the cylinder with a piston resetting tool (e.g, prying with screwdriver), draw off brake fluid from the brake fluid reservoir. Otherwise, especially if the reservoir has been topped up, fluid will overflow and cause damage.
I had to remove 60 ml of brake fluid because the brake fluid was changed and set to max level at a VW dealership years ago when the brake pads were only half worn.
I'll be replacing the brake fluid in a few days...
Installation. Highlights.
Caution! New ATE brake discs have a protective coating that must be worn down by the pads during the first few kilometers. Once this coating is worn down, braking performance will improve. The new
ATE ceramic brake pads then leave a
transfer layer on the disc for proper operation.
I took the used parts to the recycling point, but this time I did a longer test drive to properly bed in the front and rear brake pads and discs, transfer layers, etc. Naturally, the improvement is total in terms of braking, and especially in the new behavior of the rear shock absorbers. Now, cornering in roundabouts and tight turns feels like a brand new car. The handling is also excellent in normal or sporty driving on any type of road, without sacrificing comfort.
On one of the next summer days I will be replacing the brake and clutch fluid to complete the unscheduled tasks.
Happy weekend to everyone... without exception!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKo251x4pzE
Re: ciclo's Polo. R-line 1.2 TSI 90hp 119gr.🤝
Posted: Sat Jun 13, 2026 8:19 pm
by ciclo
Re: ciclo's Polo. R-line 1.2 TSI 90hp 119gr.🤝
Posted: Fri Jun 19, 2026 7:41 pm
by ciclo
POLO 6R. Brake fluid replacement/bleed.
No comment.
Question for VOLKSWAGEN:
How old do you think this brake fluid is?
Possible scenarios:
- The brake fluid was contaminated by the VAS pressure testing machine at the VW dealership where I ordered and paid for the replacement.
- The brake fluid used by the VW dealership is not the recommended type.
- They didn't change the brake fluid but charged me for it.
Any other scenario is
IMPOSSIBLE.
...you already know, the
future is for those who deserve it...
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FL
FR
RR
Test:
It's essential to activate the ABS regulation two or three times. Do this on a track/road with loose sand/gravel to avoid unnecessarily stressing the tires and brakes.
Bleeding the brake fluid for the clutch slave cylinder will have to wait for a cooler day (below 35ºC
), or maybe I'll do it in the garage.
Have a good weekend everyone... without exception!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSBPL2uwkbE
Re: ciclo's Polo. R-line 1.2 TSI 90hp 119gr.🤝
Posted: Sat Jun 20, 2026 12:58 pm
by ciclo
Re: ciclo's Polo. R-line 1.2 TSI 90hp 119gr.🤝
Posted: Sat Jun 20, 2026 6:14 pm
by ciclo
This morning, when the streets of the world still do not exist, while I was looking in the garage storage room for the tools to bleed the clutch, the 6R Automatic Lights (LH 30s) and the garage light (1,5min
) finished their illumination time, fortunately the F-TRON and the Audi ENTRY Lights (previous improvements), with a super ridiculous/low consumption, illuminated my way.
By the way, it's not the same having the tools in your workshop as it is preparing them to do any job in the middle of nowhere. You can't forget any of the ones you might need.
As you can see from this thread, the only thing you don't need is the workshop itself.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9s96fDzqfM
Re: ciclo's Polo. R-line 1.2 TSI 90hp 119gr.🤝
Posted: Tue Jun 23, 2026 2:38 am
by ciclo
To close the loop on the unscheduled tasks:
- Replacement of front shock absorbers, control arms/suspension links, anti-roll bar links/coupling links, and swivel joints.
Images of the front shock absorbers and springs ('Sport', not GTI) of my 6R 1.2 TSI R-line from the factory:
It seems that the shock absorber protection bellows came loose from the plastic fastening adapter.
With 100,000 km / 14 years, they still feel in very good condition. During the brake replacement, I verified that there are no signs of play in the suspension components or cracks in the rubbers.
I estimate that we will enjoy another 100,000km with our 6R, so it would not make sense to change these parts at 150,000km when the rubber parts and other elements have high wear.
These are the parts from the VW supplying manufacturers that I am going to change:
To ensure that the work is divine/spiritual and not earthly, bolts with angular torque/tightening should always be replaced.
I don't know the best time to install these parts. I have other jobs going on with vehicles that aren't mine. Family members and 'associates' are taking advantage of my vacation to use me as a simple mechanic.
I'll install them following erWin's instructions and take pictures of the key moments, that is, pictures of how not to use hammers or forks to remove ball joints during these tasks.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=416lCDxz5kE
Re: ciclo's Polo. R-line 1.2 TSI 90hp 119gr.🤝
Posted: Thu Jun 25, 2026 3:00 am
by ciclo
Re: ciclo's Polo. R-line 1.2 TSI 90hp 119gr.🤝
Posted: Tue Jun 30, 2026 6:51 pm
by ciclo
Re: ciclo's Polo. R-line 1.2 TSI 90hp 119gr.🤝
Posted: Wed Jul 22, 2026 4:42 pm
by ciclo
Annual vehicle inspection (MOT, ITV) 2026.
I decided to get the inspection done before installing the front shock absorbers and the rest of the front an rear suspension components that I have planned.
I booked an appointment online, and this wonderful morning I went to the inspection center at the appointed time. It took barely fifteen minutes, and the result is
PASS/FAVORABLE. The vehicle's condition is good in all the checks carried out by the engineers.
Just to highlight, our 6R now emits a slight but lower amount of emissions at idle than in the previous fourteen years (
Green Motion project, LIN Alternator)... and the same emissions in the acceleration process, I expected less than the previous year, but logically, maintaining 2000-2500 rpm during the test is not something precise.
However, happy as a clam!
Driving this 6R is pleasant, safe, fun and slightly economical...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfMII7WZRrI 
Re: ciclo's Polo. R-line 1.2 TSI 90hp 119gr.🤝
Posted: Thu Jul 23, 2026 7:33 pm
by ciclo
Re: ciclo's Polo. R-line 1.2 TSI 90hp 119gr.🤝
Posted: Fri Jul 31, 2026 7:48 am
by ciclo
Amazon, AliExpress, JOMAFA.
Applicability:
It's great!
Good, sturdy construction materials.
Ingenious and safe adjustment mechanism. Drainage holes.
For use as a great additional safety measure on a trolley jack (2-2.5 T),
in conjunction with pyramid-shaped jack/axle stands when working under a vehicle.
Also suitable for work without jack stands
if you're not working under the vehicle... not recommended IMHO (safety first).
For proper use, consider the type of wheels on your trolley jack (metal or rubber) and the type of surface you'll be using it on (smooth concrete or asphalt). This can be the difference between being a complete klutz (crushed troll) and a skilled mechanic.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iglv2pohfxs OH! OH! OH!
Re: ciclo's Polo. R-line 1.2 TSI 90hp 119gr.🤝
Posted: Sun Aug 30, 2026 4:18 am
by ciclo
Since I'll be working on the rear torsion-beam axle to remove the rear springs to apply additional anti-noise measures, I'll remove the connecting bolt between the torsion beam and the headlight range control sensor, thus avoiding damage to the sensor's lever assembly.
For this reason, I've decided to buy a new sensor, to have on hand in case the factory sensor doesn't work correctly after reinstallation.
Main reason: these parts develop a certain way of working over time, that is, the way they wear out... and, a small mismatch during reinstallation on a sensor with 14 years of use —eg, due to tolerances in the joints or bolts— can cause malfunctions. This happened to me in our Golf, the headlight range control sensor (DCC-rear axle) was electronically fine, but it was randomly malfunctioning due to 'mechanical' issues after reinstallation (VCDS, ODIS, etc).
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Other candies.
I have a set of BGS ball joint extractors, but this new extractor will allow me to choose how to proceed with removing them.
The temperatures are starting to be wonderfully favourable to begin the process of installing the front shock absorbers, etc... , but first I have to finish the project of installing the new sport springs on the Golf (in progress
, I will finish soon) to fine-tune the DCC suspension setting according to the dataset.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTWDHFJyT1I
There are even places where lubricating greases should not be used.
), or maybe I'll do it in the garage.
AWSM! Better than OE.
and... Lemforder 
to compare.
, I will finish soon) to fine-tune the DCC suspension setting according to the dataset.