Volkswagen Golf Quiz
General body repairs, exterior

Assembly overview - towing bracket

In this manual: General body repairs, exterior
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Tightening torque found on this page

Note

  • Minor differences will be encountered on removal and installation, depending on version.
  • The specified torques refer only to factory-installed towing brackets.
  • Request torque specifications for other towing brackets from the manufacturers.
Assembly overview - towing bracket
1 - Towing bracket
  • Swivel-mounted towing bracket
2 - Bolt
  • Gas-tight threaded connections
  • Qty. 3
DANGER! The bolts function as plugs and seal the passenger compartment against exhaust fumes, and must be installed without fail.
  • 20 N·m + 90°
3 - Bowden cable
  • With profile
4 - Bolt
  • Qty. 2 on each side
  • Always renew bolts after loosening
  • 50 N·m + 90°
5 - Lock
6 - Bowden cable retainer
  • Part of towing bracket

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